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.

Friday, May 14, 2010

Bryce Tiffner - Perfecto Glass Pendant



















Unique, colorful and easy to wear, the ocean blue colored glass medallion hangs from a 17” suede cord with a sterling silver clasp in the back. The Pyrex glass is painted in a special technique by the husband and wife team, Bryce and Paola Tiffner.
You will make an unforgettable impression with this stylish necklace. Discover glass jewelry that merges art jewelry and fashion jewelry into the idea accessory. Show off your sense of style with this very cool piece. The glass pendant measures about 1 ¾” x 1 ¾” and comes in various colors. This necklace also comes with the artist’s statement card. Handmade in the USA.
See more handcrafted glass pendants by Bryce Tiffner of Perfecto Glass. Shop Arthousegifts.com.

Friday, May 7, 2010

Gal - Pal Retro Ice Bag - Martini



Check out the coolest ice bag ever! Designed by duo Shannon Larkin and Courtney Rovira and their California based company “Gal-Pal”, this latex–free, rubberized fabric Retro Ice Bag comes in a variety of designs. The fashionable and functional Ice bag is as easy on the eye as it is soft on the skin, while the watertight cap prevents leakage. Natural relief for a headache, hangover or bruise has never been more stylish. It's a great natural, homeopathic remedy for a variety of ailments.

• When used COLD by filling it with a combination of ice and cold water, it soothes tension headaches, bruises, swelling, migraines, hangovers and muscle aches. • When used HOT, by filling it with hot tap water, it soothes sinus pain, ear infections, migraines, upset stomach and joint pain.

Technical SpecificationsMaterials: 6 "inch rubberized fabric ice bag which holds approx 16 oz ice/ cold or warm waterDimensions: approx. 6" x 6"

Thursday, April 29, 2010

Xenia Taler Nude Tiles

Under the capable hands of this Toronto native, ceramic tiles become bona fide art. Xenia Taler and her partner Steven Koblinsky craft square and circular tiles out of clay, mix vibrant glazes from scratch, and hand-paint each one with a simple yet gorgeous image — from birds and nudes to graphic dots and stripes.
This modern nude tile is reminiscent of earlier masterworks. A sketched line drawing with the crackle back drop, simple and beautiful. This tile can be displayed anywhere, pair it with another or let it stand alone. Either way it is sure to get noticed.
Every tile is entirely hand painted. Because each tile is individually handmade, appearance, variations in shade and color are inherent. Each comes equipped for wall hanging and has cork on the bottom so they can double as trivets. Comes with an artist’s biography, adding to its unique quality if giving this tile as a gift. see the rest of Xenia Taler's collection. This tile is a limited edition, once our stock is gone it will be no longer available. Handmade in Canada. Shop Xenia Taler Nudes on Arthousegifts.com .

Sunday, April 25, 2010

Jewelry by Michael Bromberg



Check out this amazing pendant by jewelry designer Michael Bromberg. This locket style pendant makes a perfect Mother's Day gift idea.
A most charming three piece heart hangs together from a single hand forged sterling loop. One of the three hearts is made up of a beautiful filigree bonsai tree, a symbol for meditation and being with nature. The opposite side is a heart with the word love nestled inside the heart. The lovely center heart is a two sided frame, designed to fit two photographs of loved ones.
This pendant has no designated front or back so it is perfect to keep two family groups together. It comes on a 16" sterling silver chain. This locket comes with an artist's story card. Handmade in the USA by Michael Bromberg. See more handcrafted jewelry by Michael Bromberg at Arthousegifts.com.