{"product_id":"2025-annual-plate-santas-workshop-pewter","title":"2025 Annual Decorative Plate | Santa's Workshop (Pewter)","description":"\u003c!-- BA:PRODUCT-DETAILS:START --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWendell August Forge began in 1923 in Brockway, Pennsylvania, when Wendell McMinn August and blacksmith Ottone Pisoni started making matching ironwork for August’s home. That practical commission grew into a decorative metalworking business. The company’s values center on skilled craft, preserving traditional techniques and creating gifts that mark family milestones. Its artisans continue the metalworking tradition in Pennsylvania, with production now in Slippery Rock.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e2025 Annual Decorative Plate | Santa's Workshop (Pewter)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 2025 Annual Plate in Pewter: Santa's Workshop\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e51st Limited Edition in The maker’s Annual Christmas Series\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery winter, the North Pole comes alive with the bustling energy of elves working on toys. The magic is captured in the maker’s 2025 Annual Plate, “Santa's Workshop,” a handcrafted treasure that celebrates the timeless charm of holiday cheer. The scene is one of delightful chaos as mischievous elves are hard at work—helping as Santa goes through his extensive naughty or nice list.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe plate is a whimsical masterpiece, inspired by the watercolor of artist Emily Hendrie, and put into metal by master die engraver Len Youngo. Each handcrafted piece is made in America with care and precision.For half a century we have handcrafted this collection to celebrate the maker’s favorite scenes of the season. The 2024 Annual Plate is inspired by the whimsical artwork of Emily Hendrie and put into metal by Master Die Engraver Len Youngo using hand, hammer and centuries-old techniques. Each is handcrafted by artisans in the maker’s Pennsylvania workshop and designed to be passed down for generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- BA:PRODUCT-DETAILS:END --\u003e\n\u003c!-- BA:FEATURES:START --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDesign and gift ideas\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: 2025 Annual Plate- Santa's Workshop (Pewter)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct type: Decorative Plates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose the exact listed design and finish; gallery scenes may show other collection pieces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePersonalization in a photograph is illustrative unless a confirmed matching option is available with this purchase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- BA:FEATURES:END --\u003e\n\u003c!-- BA:SPECIFICATIONS:START --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Wendell August Forge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU: 35381P63\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Pewter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 8\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of manufacture: United States\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- BA:SPECIFICATIONS:END --\u003e\n\u003c!-- BA:MATERIALS:START --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaterials and finish\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePewter. No unsupported alloy purity, recycled-content percentage, coating certification or food-contact certification is claimed. Photographed variations in lighting can change the apparent color of a metal finish; choose by the selected listing rather than assuming every item shown is supplied.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- BA:MATERIALS:END --\u003e\n\u003c!-- BA:CARE:START --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare and storage\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor the aluminum or pewter metal component, dust with a soft cloth. The maker permits a plain warm-water rinse followed immediately by gentle drying with a soft cloth. Do not use a dishwasher, cook in the piece or cut directly on the metal. Where food service is appropriate, limit use to cold food and use a suitable barrier for foods that may mark the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- BA:CARE:END --\u003e\n\u003c!-- BA:USAGE:START --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUsing and displaying this piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDisplay this commemorative plate as a decorative keepsake. A stand or wall-mounting accessory shown in a styled photograph is not automatically included. Follow the material-specific care guidance, and do not treat a decorative plate as cookware or a cutting surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen choosing a gift, match the design to the recipient and check the available space against the stated dimensions. Keep the original product information with the piece so its materials, care requirements and purchase details can be identified later. Avoid assuming that a display stand, food, glassware, flowers or other styling props are included unless the listing specifically names them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- BA:USAGE:END --\u003e\n\u003c!-- BA:ADDITIONAL-DETAILS:START --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrigin, shipping and returns\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe matched supplier product description explicitly identifies U.S. manufacture for this item. This is a manufacturer declaration, not an independent origin certification.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eShipping for 2025 Annual Plate- Santa's Workshop (Pewter): the maker’s current policy lists USPS, FedEx and UPS dispatch from Slippery Rock, Pennsylvania. In-stock, non-engraved orders normally ship the same business day before 11:30 a.m. Eastern or the next business day afterward; November–December processing may take 5–7 business days. Engraved and made-to-order items are listed at 5–7 business days before dispatch, with holiday variation. Standard transit is estimated at 3–4 days and express at 1–2 days after dispatch. These are supplier estimates, not guaranteed BuyAmerican delivery dates; available services, charges and applicability to this order require confirmation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReturns for 2025 Annual Plate- Santa's Workshop (Pewter): the maker’s FAQ gives conflicting stock-item return windows of 90 and 100 days, while its dedicated returns page supplies no complete terms. Both FAQ statements require new, unused condition and proof of purchase; custom or engraved items are excluded, and standard return shipping and original shipping charges are not reimbursed. The applicable supplier return window and handling for BuyAmerican orders remain unresolved. Contact hello@buyamerican.com before sending a return and review BuyAmerican’s refund policy for its own conditions and exceptions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompare other designs in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/home-decor\"\u003ehome decor collection\u003c\/a\u003e. For general background on looking after keepsakes, see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/americanart.si.edu\/research\/my-art\/care\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eSmithsonian’s collection-care resources\u003c\/a\u003e; use the maker’s material-specific instructions for this item.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRead \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003eBuyAmerican’s refund policy\u003c\/a\u003e for the full store conditions. Supplier estimates and direct-retail promotions do not automatically extend to this order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- BA:ADDITIONAL-DETAILS:END --\u003e","brand":"Wendell August Forge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67786382999844,"sku":"35381P63","price":160.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/2494\/1860\/files\/2025_Annual_Plate-_Pewter.jpg?v=1792290410","url":"https:\/\/buyamerican.com\/products\/2025-annual-plate-santas-workshop-pewter","provider":"BuyAmerican","version":"1.0","type":"link"}