Christopher Radko GLASS SCHOOL BUS Christmas Ornament

Millions of Americans have discovered something extraordinary in Christopher Radko^® ornaments. Their radiance and originality makes them more a work of art than an ordinary holiday decoration. It is no wonder that Christopher Radko^® ornaments are among the fastest growing collectables in the United States.

Each design is crafted by hand using centuries-old processes that require seven days to complete.  Cottage workshops in five countries – Poland, Italy, Germany and the Czech Republic – produce the ornaments, finials and garlands that are a part of the complete Christopher Radko^®’ collection.  More than 3,000 craftspeople skilled in glassblowing, carving, mold making and hand painting contribute their talents to Christopher Radko^® designs.

Once a design is conceived, it is submitted to a carver who works from clay or plaster.  The carver then gives the approved piece to a mold-maker. Using a Renaissance-era technique, a sand cast mold is created from molten metal. This becomes the mother mold, and the ornament making process can begin.