When you mention non-traditional ornaments, this is the best example, but ever since I was given a Slavic Treasure Twisted Toad ornmament years ago, I've loved them! Of course I had to find the more twisted toads ornaments in every color variation! Next I found the three Gecko pieces, early pieces from Ornaments to Remember and this year, I finally gave in and added a few Breen chameleon pieces.
The glass ornaments are displayed on a small Midwest tinsel tree purchased several years ago.
Also read:
More on Upside-Down Christmas Trees
Crafty Wreaths Using Collectibles
Patricia Breen Ornaments
The Christopher Radko Company
Larry Fraga, Growing Up With the Christmas Spirit
Ornaments to Remember
The Bubble Tree
Chameleon Ornaments