Description
Jill Chambers came to ornament making with a background in graphic design and book illustration, but the inspiration behind her collection reaches much further back. When Jill was just four years old, a woman she remembered for her bright blue hair unexpectedly gave her a box of ornaments. That simple childhood gift left a lasting impression and eventually helped inspire Jill to begin creating an ornament line of her own in 2012. The result is a collection filled with the kind of imagination, character and storytelling that makes a small ornament feel like much more than something simply hung on a tree.
Each Jill Chambers ornament begins as an original design before being transferred to 1/8-inch Baltic birch and laser cut into shape. Jill then brings the characters to life with hand-painted details, glitter and other embellishments before signing the finished ornament on the back. Many designs have also been created as limited editions of just 60 pieces, giving collectors another reason to appreciate individual characters when they appear. Witches, ghosts, mummies, vultures and other eccentric personalities make Halloween a natural fit for Jill's illustrative style, while snowmen, turkeys, Easter characters and even a lucky leprechaun carry her playful approach into celebrations throughout the year.
Because Jill's ornaments are flat and lightweight, they are especially versatile for collectors. Halloween designs look wonderful gathered on a feather tree or Halloween tree among vintage-inspired ornaments, black cats, pumpkins and other folk art Halloween decorations. A favorite character can also hang from a cabinet knob, ornament stand or seasonal branch display where the hand-painted details can be seen up close. Collectors who follow Jill across the seasons can gradually build a wonderfully eclectic ornament collection filled with characters that share her recognizable artistic voice.
Why Buy Jill Chambers Ornaments from Traditions?
Serving collectors since 1994, Traditions is a family-owned holiday store with a special appreciation for independent artists and handmade holiday pieces that retain the personality of their creator. Jill Chambers ornaments are a natural fit for our collection because their appeal comes from the artwork itself, from the first illustrated idea to the hand-painted details and artist's signature on the finished piece.
Our team personally inspects items as they arrive and photographs our products in-house so collectors can get a close look at Jill's painted details, glitter and embellishments. With many of her ornaments created in small limited editions, we also understand that collectors may be searching for a particular character or seasonal design. Our knowledgeable customer service team is always happy to help when adding another Jill Chambers ornament to a growing collection.
Frequently Asked Questions
How are Jill Chambers ornaments made?
Jill's designs begin with her original artwork, which is transferred onto 1/8-inch Baltic birch and laser cut into the shape of each character. The wooden ornament is then hand painted and, depending on the design, finished with glitter and other embellishments. Jill signs the completed ornaments on the back, adding an artist-made detail that collectors can appreciate alongside the artwork itself.
Are Jill Chambers ornaments limited editions?
Many Jill Chambers ornaments have been produced in limited editions of only 60 pieces. Availability can therefore vary considerably from one character to another, and older designs may become difficult to find once their original edition has been sold. For collectors, the small production runs are part of what makes discovering a favorite Jill Chambers design especially rewarding.
How should I display Jill Chambers Halloween ornaments?
Their lightweight wooden construction makes Jill Chambers ornaments ideal for Halloween feather trees, tabletop trees and decorative branch displays. Try mixing witches, ghosts, mummies and other characters with vintage-inspired Halloween ornaments, miniature pumpkins and black cat decorations for a playful folk art Halloween display. Because the ornaments are individually illustrated and hand painted, leaving a little space around each piece helps their personalities and details stand out.
