Precious Moments founding artist Samuel J. Butcher’s artwork has always been inspired by faith, family, and friends. His soulful illustrations of children with teardrop-shaped eyes were first featured on popular greeting cards. When Mr. Butcher saw the first sample of a Precious Moments figurine more than 40 years ago he was awestruck. The sculptor had captured the very essence of Mr. Butcher’s iconic Precious Moments artwork Love One Another and had brought it to life. In that moment, one of this humble artist’s dreams had come true. In recent years, through our internal efforts and those of our licensing partners, the Precious Moments product line has expanded to include baby clothes, children’s books, nursery décor, toddler mealtime sets, home décor, home entertaining and serve-ware, garden décor, and more. The common threads woven throughout all Precious Moments gifts and décor are the inspirational messages that lie at the heart of each product we create. While Precious Moments has evolved with the times, we remain true to Mr. Butcher’s aspiration to make the word a kinder place by helping people share love.