Shiny evenweave, puffy ribbon, the ornament turned into a pillow! I just couldn't resisit enlarging the ornament! The ribbon looked like snow balls to me, and I thought it would go nicely with the cold Christmases they see in Europe. As for Austin, we did get our 1st snow in about 5 years, 3 days ago. It was only 40* so it melted but the children enjoyed it none the less. Here's wishing you a Merry and hopefully White Christmas!