Celebrate Christmas year after year with handcrafted annual Christmas ornaments from Wendell August Forge. For over 40 years, our annual ornament tradition has helped families commemorate each holiday season with a unique, dated keepsake. Explore current and past annual ornaments, continue a cherished collection, or begin a meaningful Christmas tradition to pass down through generations.
A Christmas Tradition Worth Collecting
For over 40 years, Wendell August Forge has created a unique Annual Christmas Ornament to celebrate the season. Each year's design captures the spirit of Christmas through timeless imagery, detailed craftsmanship, and the artistry of American metalworking.
From nostalgic winter scenes and traditional Christmas symbols to meaningful religious designs, our annual ornaments reflect the memories and traditions that make the holidays special.
Handcrafted in the USA, these collectible Christmas ornaments are more than decorations. They are keepsakes that help families remember the years, celebrate meaningful moments, and share their Christmas stories across generations.
Start an Annual Christmas Ornament Collection
Some of the most meaningful Christmas traditions begin with something simple.
For many families, collecting a new annual ornament each Christmas becomes a special part of the holiday season. As the collection grows, each ornament represents another year of memories, celebrations, and milestones.
One particularly meaningful tradition is giving a child an annual Christmas ornament every year. When that child eventually moves into a home of their own, they'll have a collection of ornaments filled with childhood memories to decorate their very first Christmas tree.
Annual ornament collections also make thoughtful gifts for grandchildren, newlyweds, new homeowners, and anyone who loves celebrating Christmas traditions.
Whether you're starting with this year's design or adding to a collection you've enjoyed for decades, each ornament becomes another chapter in your family's Christmas story.
Handcrafted Annual Ornaments Made in America
Since 1923, Wendell August Forge has been creating handcrafted metal keepsakes that celebrate life's meaningful moments.
Our Annual Christmas Ornament collection carries on that heritage through designs featuring intricate metalwork and our signature hand-hammered craftsmanship.
Each ornament is thoughtfully created to become part of your holiday traditions, bringing beauty and meaning to your Christmas tree year after year.
With a new design introduced annually, collectors can look forward to adding a distinctive piece to their collection each Christmas season.
Explore Current and Past Annual Christmas Ornaments
Whether you're searching for the newest annual Christmas ornament or looking for a design from a previous year, our collection makes it easy to celebrate the Christmas seasons that matter most.
Explore our selection of current and past annual ornaments to find the years that hold special meaning for your family. You may be commemorating a wedding, the birth of a child, a new home, or simply another wonderful Christmas spent together.
You can also explore our 2026 Annual Ornament Collection, featuring the Cozy Christmas Hearth design, inspired by the warmth and nostalgia of Christmas at home.
For collectors looking to preserve their keepsakes, our Annual Ornament Collector's Box offers a dedicated place to store and protect ornaments between holiday seasons.
FAQs
What is an annual Christmas ornament?
An annual Christmas ornament is a collectible ornament featuring a unique design created to commemorate a specific year. Wendell August Forge introduces a new Annual Christmas Ornament each year, allowing families to build a meaningful collection over time.
Why do people collect annual Christmas ornaments?
Collecting annual ornaments is a way to remember each Christmas season and the milestones that made the year special. Over time, an annual ornament collection becomes a visual timeline of family memories that can be enjoyed and passed down through generations.
How do you start an annual ornament collection?
Start by choosing an ornament from the current year or selecting a past design that holds special meaning. Add a new ornament each Christmas to create a growing collection. Many families also give children or grandchildren an annual ornament each year, creating a treasured tradition that continues into adulthood.
Are annual Christmas ornaments good gifts?
Yes! Annual Christmas ornaments make thoughtful gifts for children, grandchildren, newlyweds, new homeowners, grandparents, and collectors. Because each ornament commemorates a particular year, it becomes a meaningful reminder of that Christmas season.
Can Wendell August annual ornaments be personalized?
Yes! All Wendell August Annual Christmas Ornaments can be personalized with names, dates, or meaningful messages. Whether you're commemorating a family milestone, celebrating a special Christmas, or creating a treasured gift, personalized engraving makes each annual ornament uniquely yours. Engraving space and character limits vary by design.
Can I purchase annual ornaments from previous years?
Yes. Wendell August offers select past annual ornament designs while supplies last. Availability varies by year and material, making it possible to add to an existing collection or commemorate a Christmas from the past.
