The History of the Nutcracker
by Molly Jo Realy @MollyJoRealy
It’s no secret I love nutcrackers. The music. The dolls. The ballet. The magic.
My collection ranges from a Steinbach wine maker nutcracker to a two-foot tall soldier guarding my fireplace to a two-inch tall onlooker at my work desk. With over fifty to date, I’ve yet to meet a nutcracker I haven’t liked. The diversity of their characteristics and embellishments are delightful.
My fascination grew from my love of the ballet. The classical music, the dance, Mikhail Baryshnikov.
Many years ago during one of my stints of unemployment, I happened upon a wonderful collection … read the rest. . .
