Szalonki

Szalonki (plural, singular: szalonka) are a traditional Polish Christmas tree decoration. They are typically hand-blown glass ornaments, often featuring intricate and delicate designs. Szalonki are a significant part of Polish Christmas traditions and are frequently passed down through families as heirlooms. They come in a wide variety of shapes, sizes, and colors, depicting everything from classic spherical shapes to animals, stars, and scenes related to the Christmas story or winter themes. The artistry involved in creating szalonki is a source of national pride.