Abstract: The invention is a beaded, trimmed satin Christmas ornament, that includes variously-shaped and colored sequins and beads pinned on a Christmas ball, to form a pleasing design.

Abstract: A device for mitigating the splashing of droplets of molten metal during the pouring of same into a mould comprises a strip or strips of material which form a system of polygonal cells. The device is for vertical location with the strips edgewise in the base of a mould and fulfills the function of either a splash-guard when casting direct or a float when bottom-casting.

Abstract: A kit for making an ornament which can be supported on a stand or hung from a Christmas tree or the like includes a pair of transparent preferably hemispherical hollow housing-forming members lockable into confronting relation to form a transparent housing with a vertical line of juncture therebetween to provide an unobstructed view into the housing from opposite sides thereof. The housing-forming members have complimentary confronting narrow neck-forming portions between which a tiny hand rod can be mounted. A hook-receiving cap member is provided which frictionally fits over the neck-forming portions of the housing-forming members to lock the same together. The kit also includes an ornamental article or articles to be mounted in a predetermined position initially in one of the members before the other member is fitted thereover. The ornamental article may be a greeting card supportable in a vertical position by hanging the same on the hang rod.