50 Best Christmas Ornaments Inspired by Every State Across America
Show your hometown pride right on your tree.
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There are very few rules when you're decorating a Christmas tree, except maybe this one: You can never have too many ornaments! Every one of them tells a story—about childhood holidays, favorite trips, or funny obsessions. And the more ornaments you have, the more elaborate the tales of Christmases past. This year, consider adding an ornament that represents your state so you can show a little hometown pride on the tree. Or buy one for a friend: These make great gifts!
More ways to decorate your tree:
Alabama: Helmet
College football is the most popular sport in Alabama; the Crimson Tide has won 34 conference championships to date.
A king salmon, the official state fish, can weigh more than 100 pounds. This glass beauty is just a few ounces!
The saguaro cactus grows mainly in this state. Its white flowers turn into a red-pink fruit, a nice pop of color in an ornament too.
Fans rooting for the Razorbacks (the college team is named after local wild boars) chant "Woo pig sooie!" This ornament will make guests cheer.
California: Director's Board
More movies are filmed in Los Angeles than in any other city. Make up your own blockbuster and write it in with a paint pen.
Skiers like the Drummond flock here to hit the slopes in Vail and Aspen. This ornament is an old-time gondola ski lift.
Connecticut: Lighthouse
The state has 14 active lighthouses. Add this sparkly ornament to your tree and you can call yourself a lighthouse keeper.
There are plenty of gorgeous places to sail on Delaware's coast. This wooden boat ornament may bring back fond memories.
Manatees come here for warm water just like people do. A mini wool sea cow will enjoy being cozy on your tree.
The Peach State produces 2.6 million bushels of peaches every year. This glass ornament is pretty convincing!
Bring some island vibes to your tree. This traditional Hawaiian shirt ornament is hand-painted.
When you live in the state that grows billions of potatoes every year, you have to honor the spud!
Illinois is known as the Land of Lincoln: It's where the president lived as an adult. He got a hipster makeover here.
The Indy 500 has been held in the state capital since 1911, but this might be the first race car decked out for Kris Kringle.
Iowa produces more corn than any other state. This handmade raffia cob feels as nubby as the kind you nibble!
A pair of glittering ruby slippers representing Dorothy's home in The Wizard of Oz would look festive on any tree.
Celebrate the Kentucky Derby's 150th anniversary with a hand-painted racehorse. The jockey's top comes in several colors.
Float riders in Mardi Gras parades are required by law to wear face paint or masks. This ornament is a ceramic version.
The L.L. Bean company became popular after it released its duck boot in 1912, originally called the Maine Hunting Shoe.
The Chesapeake Bay is ideal for blue crabs, the state's official crustacean. This ornament is dotted with sparkles and bits of shell.
Kelsey Hurwitz is the associate features editor for The Pioneer Woman Magazine. When she's not writing about ranch life, home decor and food, she can be found knitting and catching up on her favorite reality TV shows.
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