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