Hand Mixer Ornament

A hand mixer glass ornament is a quiet salute to whoever does the baking, and the baking gets serious in December. Batter, frosting, and whipped cream pulled together fifteen minutes before guests arrive: this is the tool that does it. It hangs on the tree, on a kitchen garland, or on a tin of cookies going out the door.

Perfect for: bakers, cookie exchanges, bridal shower gifts, grandmother gifts, hostess gifts, and first-apartment trees.

Old World Christmas glass ornaments are mouth-blown into a carved mold, hand-painted, and glittered, in a tradition that began in the 1800s. This one comes with a keepsake box, hangs from a standard hook, and is small enough to sit on a wreath or a shelf instead of the tree. It is usually given to the person who hosts, bakes, and sends everyone home with a plate.

Pair it with the other kitchen pieces for a baking tree, or browse holiday entertaining for something to go with it.