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The Perfect Present for Every Kaleidoscope Collector

When the holidays arrive, it’s time to think about kaleidoscope Christmas gifts for your favorite collector. Besides the traditional display, there are many other options that will bring joy to gift giving.

A creative twist on a traditional kaleidoscope is a teleidoscope. This instrument has a lens and an open view, so it forms a pattern from objects outside instead of items inside. Choose a hand-crafted, solid wood design as an elegant gift idea. The beauty and intrigue of a teleidoscope will bring about many compliments and provide hours of entertainment!

Teleidoscope

Any woman who collects kaleidoscopes will love a necklace with a teleidoscope kaleidoscope pendant! Besides adding a touch of elegance to the wardrobe, this jewelry will blend with more expensive pieces and become a family heirloom.

kaleidoscope necklace

An inexpensive and impressive gift is a pocket kaleidoscope. A person can take this piece anywhere. Instead of a bulky item that must remain at home, this product can be brought to parties or social events and used as an ice-breaker.

Unique kaleidoscope Christmas gifts make the holiday extra special, especially to an avid collector. The above items are just a sample of the available possibilities. You can see all of our kaleidoscope Christmas gifts at KaleidoscopesToYou.com!

Kaleidoscope Artists Highlight: Carol and Mark Reynolds

It takes special artistry to design a kaleidoscope. The word itself is a combination of the Greek words kalos, eidos and scopos, literally translated to mean beautiful form watcher.

The Science behind the Kaleidoscope

A basic kaleidoscope is made of two or three mirrors or reflective surfaces, forming a V. The assembly is encased in a tube, and various small objects are positioned at one end while a peek hole is centered at the opposite end. Precisely positioned mirrors will create more precise symmetrical reflections with the images changing each time one looks through the eye-hole.

wooden kaleidoscope

The Artistry Behind Kaleidoscopes

The images created in a kaleidoscope are only one part of the artistry. The cases can be carved from special wood and customized with embellishments.

Kaleidoscope artists Mark and Carol Reynolds have kept the tradition alive by creating the finest quality kaleidoscopes that are true collector’s items if not works of art.

For instance, the Wooden Kaleidoscope, Handheld in Walnut Wood #1 is carved from maple burl with a colorful inlaid design. The interior chamber is black to create a brilliant kaleidoscope.

The Zebra Wood Handheld #1 is 12 inches long. Using carefully chosen bobbles and glass pieces contained in an oil-filled cell, the resulting imagery is brilliant, and it changes with every movement of the kaleidoscope.

Artists Mark and Carol Reynolds have taken kaleidoscope design to a new level with premium quality cases housing some of the most dazzling images.

Kaleidoscope Christmas Gifts For Everyone on Your List

With the holidays approaching, it’s time to consider gift giving. It’s always difficult to choose Christmas gifts for the people who have everything. Some of the most creative ideas include kaleidoscopes. At KaleidoscopesToYou.com we have gifts for people of all ages!

Kaleidoscope Christmas Gifts

  • Kaleidoscope Kits – Every child on your holiday shopping list will enjoy a kaleidoscope kit! It’s a wonderful project for the family to assemble a one-of-a-kind piece of art filled with fun gems, marbles, rocks, and dried flowers. Everything is included in one package, and once put assembled it will introduce a child to the way a kaleidoscope works. It provides hours of entertainment and awe as well!
  • Kaleidoscope Necklaces – Women love jewelry; especially when it’s unique and contains precious gemstones! On the outside, the piece appears like an ornate bauble. However, upon closer examination, a rainbow of rich colors emerges like magic. It’s a hidden secret to keep or share with friends. The handmade craftsmanship is top notch, so the necklace will become an heirloom that gets passed down through generations.
  • Stained Glass Marbles – Anyone with a desk or coffee table will appreciate a stained glass marble! Choosing a creation from Sheryl Koch will provide a beautiful conversation piece. Her “Jubilee” is crafted from walnut wood and includes three interchangeable wheels. Any kaleidoscope enthusiast will be overjoyed to add this to his or her collection.

For more unique holiday gifts, visit KaleidoscopesToYou.com today!

Kaleidoscope Artist Highlight: Marc Tickle

Kaleidoscope artist Marc Tickle takes an innovative approach to his work. He creates some of the most sought after collectibles. All of his pieces are handcrafted with a unique technique that involves reverse painting, so rich colors can be viewed inside. His mirror systems are extremely creative and are welcomed by any collector.

Kaleidoscopes by Marc Tickle

Peek-A-Boo Box Blue 2

Providing magic for the eyes, the Peek-A-Boo kaleidoscope includes a 5-Point star mandala. The square design is a welcome departure of the traditional round style. Inside, a glass dragonfly sculpture adds beauty and interest. For maximum viewing pleasure, the eyepiece is slightly larger than a normal kaleidoscope.

Conservatory Kaleidoscope

This extraordinary work of art contains a glass barrel with a full pane of surface mirror. Half of a glass dragonfly is mounted on the front of the mirror, which creates an illusion that it is flying. The pedestal is created with reverse painted glass in a beautiful emerald green color. Each piece contains Marc’s etched signature. Since only a limited number of the Conservatory kaleidoscopes are produced, they’re sure to turn into items of great value.

Blue Glass Teleidoscope

A teleidoscope is a different twist on a classic kaleidoscope. Instead of viewing patterns of objects inside the instrument, a person views patterns from items outside the instrument. This blue glass teleidoscope is extremely elegant. The blue shiny body is accented by the silver eyepiece, and a small walnut base is included for display.

You can see all of the stunning kaleidoscopes by Marc Tickle we have to offer at KaleidoscopesToYou.com.