The origins of the traditional Christmas wreath date back hundreds of years, when greenery was used to decorate
the outside of homes at the winter solstice to bring luck and safety during the impending winter months. In the 19th Century, German glass blowers introduced the tradition of decorating Christmas trees with delicate ornaments, and artists through the years have brought their own unique interpretation to the designs.

The ornaments pictured on this card come from a variety of skilled artists, including Steve Greytak, Jim Gress,
Tom Zieg and Barry Gross.

Tom Zieg is the author of 300 Christian and Inspirational Patterns for Scroll Saw Woodworking. His work has appeared in Better Home and Gardens' WOOD magazine. He lives in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Barry Gross is an expert woodworker and artisan specializing in transforming wood and other media - such as Corian - into art and useful every-day items. He has been named in Who's Who in 2005. Barry is a member of the American Association of Woodturners, the Bucks County Woodturning Association and the Scroll Saw Association of the World. Barry was recently invited to join the prestigious Pen Makers' Guild. His work has been commissioned by DuPont Corporation and can also be seen at Langman Galleries in Philadelphia. Barry Gross is the author of Pen Turner's Workbook and a frequent contributor to Scroll Saw Workshop magazine and Woodturning Design Magazine. He lives in Bensalem, PA.

Steve Greytak, of Greenville, N.C., has been scrolling for more than 10 years.