Friday, February 4, 2011

Handcrafted Placecard/Photo Holders by Diane Markin


Whimsical and unique, California artist Diane Markin has designed these awesome "heart" placecard holders. Twisting and turning heavy gauge wire with multi colored glass gems imbedded at the bottom and in the center of the heart at the top. Slip you photo or place card between the heart formed wire at the top. You can do so much with these lovely heart stands, use them as place card holders at your next dinner party, display family photos on your desk or mantle, or even use them as recipe holders in the kitchen.......the possibilities are endless. Each stand color is different in this set of six, including, green, amber, purple, turquiose and pink. You will love these precious displays. Each set comes with the artist's story card. Shop for these placecard holders by Diane Markin at www.arthousegifts.com .

Tuesday, January 4, 2011

Stacy Simbrom Wooden Box

Artist Stacy Simbrom's 3-dimensional creations are whimsical with a lighthearted flair! This contemporary folk art box is made from wood. The box is stained in a midnight blue tone then embellished with mixed-media elements, including distressed metal wings and hat and spring coil legs with bumper feet, the angels slim upper body is carved from wood and painted in natural tones. The face is represented by a plastic disc with facial features drawn on the surface and text running across the image in an abstract way. The body has ripped paper attached to the front with the words “I obeyed her. I was half happy.” The 3” x 3” box is lined with black felt on the interior. A perfect storage place for little treasures. Each box is individually created; no two are ever exactly alike. Each box comes with the artist’s story card, making this a perfect gift idea for someone special in your life. Handmade in America. $56.00

Sunday, September 19, 2010

Holly Laginess - Ceramic Flower Night Light


This ceramic flower nightlight is handmade by Michigan artist Holly Laginess. A durable, but whimsical nightlight glazed in beautiful green and periwinkle tones, each one individually hand built, glazed and fired.
No two of these lovely creations are exactly alike. A beautiful crystal dangles below the flower. Each nightlight is a wonderful treat to embellish any area of your home. This nightlight will be noticed wherever it is displayed.
The nightlight that you receive may not be the exact nightlight that you see in the image, although it will be constructed with the same design, colors etc…..every nightlight is one of a kind. Each nightlight is accompanied by the artist’s story card.
A perfect piece of functional art to give as a gift to your friend that appreciates the beautiful things in life! Handmade in the USA. $24.00 ea. Buy this Flower Nightlight. Shop more work by Holly Laginess.

Tuesday, September 7, 2010

Jane Diaz - Sterling Silver Peace Sign Pendant


Promote peace with this classic peace sign pendant. But there is nothing ordinary about this pendant measuring only ¼” x ¼” in size and hanging from a 16” oxidized sterling silver tiny ball chain. Handcrafted from sterling silver this necklace is so tiny and subtle it will say a lot about your character. Pair it up with other necklaces or wear it alone, either way it is a sure sign of your unique style. You will fall in love! Shop for this unique sterling silver "Peace Sign" necklace by Jane Diaz. $38.00 ea.

Saturday, June 12, 2010

Cathy Broski Ceramics


Cathy Broski is inspired by nature and simple gesture drawings. Her work includes archetypical and personal Symbolism. Cathy chooses these forms to work with because they have several levels of meaning that she finds intriguing to explore. Made from stoneware, each tile begins with a slab of clay. Cathy’s tiles are not made from molds each tile is individually hand built and no two are ever exactly alike. This matte finish blue ceramic frame has a hand mounted within the frame and is a symbolic representation of peace and serenity. Each tile comes with the artist’s story card. Buy this Cathy Broski 3 dimentional "hand' tile for $34.00 at www.arthousegifts.com.

Thursday, June 3, 2010

Recycled Desk Clock by Graham Bergh of Resource Revival

This unique desk clock, designed and hand made by Artist Graham Bergh and his Oregon-based company, features a recycled bicycle chain ring face that seems to float above its base, but in reality it is elegantly suspended by a section of recycled bicycle wheel rim curled in a forge. Fun, swinging pendulum made from a recycled bicycle cog and chain section. The black face is made from recycled tire rubber. Graham and his crew are devoted to making beautiful, functional things from recycled bike parts, bringing us this ingeniously styled clock.
Functional art couldn't be more creative. This clock makes the perfect gift for so many......don't let someone out do you when it comes to gift giving. Powered by one included AA battery. This clock comes with a biography on the artist and his company. Handmade in the USA. Buy this recycled desk clock by Graham Bergh of Resource Revival now. Shop for other recycled unique gift ideas by Graham Bergh. Shop Arthousegifts.com for all of your unique gift needs.

Friday, May 21, 2010

Father's Day, Personalized Golf Tile by Mark Schmidt of Studio Vertu




























Personalized Golfer 8 x 8 Marble Tile

A handsome keepsake for your favorite golf enthusiast, as unique and distinctive as he is! A lovely vintage style image representing the game in pure style. This tile is sure to be the perfect gift with your golf lovers name proudly displayed right on the tile.
Made from tumbled Botticino Marble, each tile is unique and one-of-a-kind. The image is hand printed and will not flake or peel. The tiles are 8" x 8" and have a solid masonite back and hook for wall display. You might also choose to display it on a mini easel or plate stand. This personalized golf tile comes with the artist's biography, contributing to making it a perfect gift idea. Please enter the personalized information in the specified area. We will contact you if we require additional information to process your order. Handcrafted in the USA.
Instructions for Special order:

Please provide us with the personalized text that you wish to adorn this perfect father's day gift idea. For other text or special request please contact our customer service department.
This item is a customized order and does not qualify for free shipping.
Turn-a-round time on the production of this item is two weeks plus appropriate shipping time depending on your location. Check out this tile and more by Mark Schmidt of Studio Vertu at Arthousegifts.com.