Magical Bells began in 2006 with a Christmas wish—mine. I asked my mom, Christina Frueh, for “a silver sleigh bell from Santa’s sleigh, JUST LIKE IN THE POLAR EXPRESS!” She searched everywhere, but couldn’t find a bell that felt worthy of Santa’s sleigh. So she decided to create one herself.

That wish became Magical Bells. My mom poured her creativity, care and love into making handcrafted, heirloom-quality sleigh bells that bring the wonder of Christmas to life. She believed a bell could be more than a gift: it could be a keepsake, a family tradition and a reminder to Believe.

I was 14 when my mom passed away. During that difficult time, I found comfort in my friendships with Owen and Gavin, who had recently lost their dad, Chad, to leukemia. Our families had always been close, and as we spent more time together, my dad and their mom, Jenna, fell in love and eventually married. We became one family, keeping both my mom and Chad close in our hearts.

Now, at 22, I’m taking over the business my mom started. What began with my childhood wish has become a part of her legacy that I’m proud to carry forward.

Every bell we make carries the care she put into the very first one. Thank you for making Magical Bells part of your family’s Christmas traditions—and for helping me keep my mom’s dream ringing.

- Evan Frueh