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SALE A Doozie of a Daisy Thank You Card-set of 6 cards

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 17:22:58 -0500

$12.00
SALE! Now $12 for the set. That's $2 per card! This set was $14.40.

This set of six little gems are the perfect way to say "Thank You!"

There are three colors, 2 each of light teal, peach, and celery. For added dimension the main daisy is crafted with two layers of gloss cardstock and embossed with pigment inks and opalescent powder. A Swarovski crystal is added for that extra glitz. The inside of each card is left blank for your own sentiment.

The finished size for each one is 3½"x5" and comes with a crisp white envelope. Each card will be wrapped in its own cellophane bag and mailed in a cardboard mailer for safe shipping.

I have signed and dated the card on the back. All of my artwork is handmade, therefore no two are alike.

If you have any questions please contact me. Wholesale is available for this card (single only, no sets). Please visit my shop policies for more information.

Thanks for looking!

GOOD LUCK notecard with elm and aspen chop

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 17:22:58 -0500

$3.00
What better way to wish someone "good luck" than with a handstamped notecard. And the lucky person receiving this card will know that you really mean your message because you took the time to find that perfect one.

The background of the elm and aspen chop has a green watercolor wash. The leaves are enhanced with Twinkling H2Os. The inside of the card has been left blank for your personal sentiment.

I have signed and dated the card on the back. All of my art work is handmade, therefore no two are ever alike.

The finished size of this card is 3½"x5" and will come with a crisp white envelope. It will be placed in its own cellophane bag and mailed in a cardboard mailer.

If you have any questions please do not hesitate contacting me. Wholesale is available (see policies).

Thanks for looking!

Thank you very much-set of 6 Thank You cards

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 17:22:58 -0500

$14.00
SALE!!! Was $17.99 now $14!

Lots of dimension on these cards! Each daisy has two layers and are enhanced with pigment inks, embossing powders, and gel pens. The colors I have used are ivory, mustard and olive. The inside of the card has been left blank for your personal message.

There are six cards that make up this set. The finished size is 4¼"x5½" and each card is furnished with a crisp ivory envelope. Each one will be placed in its own cellophane bag for safe keeping.

I have signed and dated each on the back. All of my artwork is handmade, therefore no two are ever alike.

If you have any questions please contact me. Wholesale is available for this card (single card only, no sets). Please visit my shop policies for more information.

Thanks for looking!

Christmas Ornament with teal and silver diamond topper

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 17:22:58 -0500

$9.50
Another glitzy teal and silver ornament! This design is with a diamond shape and created with four layers of cardstock for that dimensional quality. This light teal ornament is approximately 2.5" and hangs with a white and silver ribbon. (The stand is NOT included. It is used for display purposes only.)

This makes a great holiday gift or just to add to your collection. You can never have enough ornaments!

I have signed and dated each ornament on the bottom. My artwork is all handmade, therefore no two are alike.

This ornament will be packaged with the utmost care for safe shipping. A plain white box will be provided also.

If you need further information, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Thanks for looking and Happy Holidays!

Christmas Ornament with red and gold diamond topper

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 17:22:58 -0500

$9.50
This ornament is the standard size (approx. 2.5" in width) in matte red. To make this ornament really stand out I have added four layers of 80# red cardstock for the topper. For added glitz I have used red and gold ultrafine glitter. A gold ribbon will be added for hanging. (The stand is NOT included. I used it for display purposes only.)

This makes a great holiday gift or add it to your collection. You can never have enough ornaments!

I have signed and dated each ornament on the bottom. My artwork is all handmade, therefore no two are alike.

This ornament will be packaged with the utmost care for safe shipping. A plain white box will be provided also.

If you need further information, please do not hesitate contacting me.

Thanks for looking!

Fuchsia Medallion greeting card

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 17:22:58 -0500

$3.50
This greeting card is simple, yet very elegant.

The medallion is handstamped with bright plum pigment ink and embossed with clear embossing powder. The background piece was created using wild berry alcohol ink, alcohol, and silver and pearl metallic mixatives. It was then enhanced with a purple polka dot ultra fine glitter.

The base card is 120# Stardream cardstock in the color snow. The inside of the card has been left blank for your personal sentiment.

The finished size is 4¼”x5½” and will come with a matching crisp metallic envelope. It will be placed in its own cellophane bag and mailed in a cardboard mailer.

I have signed and dated the card on the back. All of my art work is handmade, therefore no two are alike.

If you have any questions please do not hesitate contacting me. Wholesale is available on this item. Please read my “policies.”

Thanks for looking!

Love is humbling bookmark with Geisha and bracelet chop

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 17:22:58 -0500

$7.00
This bookmark is original rubber stamp art and makes a perfect gift. What about a gift to yourself?

The base bookmark is black cardstock. The middle layer is created using a paper batiking technique. The Geisha chop background is enhanced with two colors of color wash jewels and rock salt. The actual Geisha is enhanced with Twinks watercolor and bleach.

The finished size is 2¼"x7½" and is supplied with a bookmark sleeve and a complimentary tassel.

My artwork is signed and dated on the back. All of my artwork is handmade, therefore no two are alike.

Wholesale is available on this item. For more information on wholesale discounts please read my policies. If you have any questions please do not hesitate contacting me.

Thanks for looking!

True Love Endures bookmark with Swan chop

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 17:22:58 -0500

$7.00
The creation of this bookmark came from our love of the historic neighborhood we live in..."Swan Lake." It is original rubber stamp art and makes a perfect gift. What about a gift to yourself?

The base bookmark is a dark blue cardstock. The middle layer is created using a paper batiking technique with three colors of color wash jewels. The Swan chop background is enhanced with two colors of color wash jewels. The actual Swan is enhanced with Twinks watercolor and bleach.

The finished size is 2¼"x7½" and is supplied with a bookmark sleeve and a complimentary tassel.

My artwork is signed and dated on the back. All of my artwork is handmade, therefore no two are alike.

Wholesale is available on this item. For more information on wholesale discounts please read my policies. If you have any questions please do not hesitate contacting me.

Thanks for looking!

Love is Understanding bookmark with Geisha and earring chop

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 17:22:57 -0500

$7.00
This bookmark is original rubber stamp art and makes a perfect gift. What about a gift to yourself?

The base bookmark is burgundy cardstock. The middle layer is created using black cardstock and gold webbing spray. The Geisha chop background is enhanced with two colors of color wash jewels. The actual Geisha is enhanced with Twinks watercolor and bleach.

The finished size is 2¼"x7½" and is supplied with a bookmark sleeve and a complimentary tassel.

My artwork is signed and dated on the back. All of my artwork is handmade, therefore no two are ever the same.

Wholesale is available on this item. For more information on wholesale discounts please read my policies. If you have any questions please do not hesitate contacting me.

Thanks for looking!

A journey of a thousand miles-handbound journal with bamboo image

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 17:21:34 -0500

$35.00
“A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step,”—Lao Tsu

This waxed linen thread handbound journal is a finished size of 5¼"x7¼" with 15-5"x7" signatures. The inside of each signature has a handstamped Asian image. The pages are 80# cardstock waiting for your pen, pencil, markers, or watercolors. I have sold my journals to watercolor artists and have had positive feedback on the durability of the stock. Each signature has been antiqued with charcoal chalk ink.

The cover is composed of book board and is a collage of bamboo, gingko, a butterfly, skeleton leaves, and an Asian coin. The skeleton leaves are added for more dimension.

The spine dangles are composed of ribbon and beads. They can be used as decoration or as a bookmark.

All of my artwork is created by hand, therefore no two are alike. I have signed and dated each journal on the inside back cover.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate contacting me.

Thanks for looking!

A journey of a thousand miles-handbound journal with pagoda image

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 17:21:34 -0500

$35.00
“A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step,”—Lao Tsu

This waxed linen thread handbound journal is a finished size of 5¼"x7¼" with 15-5"x7" signatures. The inside of each signature has a handstamped Asian image. The pages are 80# cardstock waiting for your pen, pencil, markers, or watercolors. I have sold my journals to watercolor artists and have had positive feedback on the durability of the stock. Each signature has been antiqued with charcoal chalk ink.

The cover is composed of book board and is a collage of bamboo, a pagoda, gingko, a butterfly, skeleton leaves, and an Asian coin. Skeleton leaves are also added for more dimension.

The spine dangles are composed of ribbon and beads. They can be used as decoration or as a bookmark.

All of my artwork is created by hand, therefore no two are alike. I have signed and dated each journal on the inside back cover.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate contacting me.

Thanks for looking!

A journey of a thousand miles-frameable art card with bamboo image

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 17:21:34 -0500

$12.50
“A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step,”—Lao Tsu

“The greeting card that is the gift,”—My Husband.

The design as a whole is enhanced with gold. The central image is of bamboo with Asian calligraphy for the background. Also included in the design are bamboo, gingko, skeleton leaves, a butterfly, an Asian coin, and window screen.

The finished card size is 5”x7”. I have left the inside blank for your personal sentiment. It will be supplied with an envelope. Shipping will include its own cellophane bag and a cardboard mailer for safe handling.

I have signed and dated on the back. All of my artwork is handmade, therefore no two are ever alike.

If you have any questions please contact me.

Thanks for looking!

A journey of a thousand miles-frameable art card with pagoda image

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 17:21:33 -0500

$12.50
“A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step,”—Lao Tsu

“The greeting card that is the gift,”—My Husband.

The design as a whole is enhanced with gold. The central image is of pagoda. Also included in the design are bamboo, gingko, skeleton leaves, a butterfly, an Asian coin, and mesh ribbon.

The finished card size is 5”x7”. It has been left blank on the inside for your personal sentiment. It will be supplied with an envelope. Shipping will include its own cellophane bag and a cardboard mailer for safe handling.

I have signed and dated on the back. All of my artwork is handmade, therefore no two are ever alike.

If you have any questions please contact me.

Thanks for looking!

A journey of a thousand miles-5x7 pagoda mixed media collage

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 17:21:33 -0500

$30.00
“A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step,”—Lao Tsu

This collage is a scaled down version of the 8”x10” mixed media collage. The central image is of a pagoda.

Included in the design are bamboo, gingko, skeleton leaves, a butterfly, an Asian coin, and metal ribbon. The design as a whole is enhanced with gold.

The finished collage is framed in a black 5”x7” shadow box frame.

I have signed and dated on the back of the frame. It is ready for hanging or for table top displaying with an easel.

All of my artwork is handmade, therefore no two are ever alike.

If you have any questions please contact me.

Thanks for looking!

A journey of a thousand miles-5x7 bamboo mixed media collage

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 17:21:33 -0500

$30.00
“A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step,”—Lao Tsu

This collage is a scaled down version of the 8”x10” mixed media collage. The central image is of bamboo.

Included in the design are bamboo, gingko, skeleton leaves, a butterfly, an Asian coin, and even window screen. The design as a whole is enhanced with gold.

The finished collage is framed in a black 5”x7” shadow box frame.

I have signed and dated on the back of the frame. It is ready for hanging or for table top displaying with an easel.

All of my artwork is handmade, therefore no two are ever alike.

If you have any questions please contact me.

Thanks for looking!

A journey of a thousand miles-8x10 mixed media collage

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 17:21:33 -0500

$40.00
“A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step,”—Lao Tsu

New lower price! Was $45, now $40!

This Asian inspired collage was my very first experiment in mixed-media. After this creation everything took on a life of its own. I will never stop exploring this art form.

Included in the design are bamboo, a pagoda, gingko, skeleton leaves, a butterfly, an Asian coin, and even window screen. The design as a whole is enhanced with gold.

The finished collage is framed in a black 8”x10” shadow box frame.

I have signed and dated on the back of the frame. It is ready for hanging or for table top displaying with an easel.

All of my artwork is handmade, therefore no two are ever alike.

If you have any questions please contact me.

Thanks for looking!

Thank You Note Card with Beta Fish Chop

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 17:21:33 -0500

$3.00
The perfect note card to send for that very special “thank you.” The inside of this card has been left blank for your thank you sentiment.

The main image, a beta fish chop, has the background created with Color Wash Jewels spray watercolors. The beta fish and marine plants have been enhanced with Twinks watercolors and a white gel pen. A protective seal on the chop was completed with Glazia.

The finished size on the card is 3½"x5" and will come with a crisp white envelope. It will also be placed in its own cellophane bag and mailed in a cardboard mailer for safe shipping.

I have signed and dated the card on the back. All of my art work is handmade, therefore no two are ever alike.

Wholesale is available on this item. Please read my policies for more information. If you have any questions please do not hesitate contacting me.

Thanks for looking!

Serenity takes practice bookmark with aspen and elm leaf chop

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 17:21:33 -0500

$7.00
Are you at peace with your life, your self, or the world? Serenity does take practice. I guess that’s why I recite the “Serenity Prayer” several times a day. Maybe one of these days the practice will pay off.

This bookmark is an original rubber stamp art creation. There are three layers. The base is an olive 80# cardstock. And the middle and top layers are 90# cold press watercolor paper. The aspen and elm leaf chop has been handstamped with a background created with color wash jewels. The leaves are enhanced with several blended colors of Twinks watercolors. I have edged the middle layer with a gold leafing pen.

The finished size is 2¼"x7½" and is supplied with a bookmark sleeve and a complimentary tassel.

My bookmarks make great gifts. Or add it to your collections.

My artwork is signed and dated on the back. All of my artwork is handmade, therefore no two are alike.

Wholesale is available on this item. Please read my policies. If you have any questions please contact me.

Thanks for looking!

African collage frameable art card

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 17:21:33 -0500

$12.50
This mixed-media art card makes a very strong statement, even for the 5"x7" size. The colors are of an African sunset and earthy tones surrounding the central images. I have incorporated black and white accents with the background. The mask and the man and woman are handstamped on chipboard, giving it the dimensional quality. These images are enhanced with gel pens and Swarovski crystals. Under these images I have added black skeleton leaves with micro beads in black and copper.

This card is the gift, or add it to your collection.

The card will be supplied with an envelope. It will be mailed in a cellophane bag and cardboard mailer for safe shipping.

I have signed and dated on the back. All of my artwork is handmade, therefore no two are ever alike.

If you have any questions please contact me.

Thanks for looking!

Copper Medallion Greeting Card

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 14:23:19 -0500

$3.50
This greeting card is simple, yet so elegant!

The medallion is handstamped and embossed in copper. The background piece was created using alcohol inks, alcohol, and copper leafing pen. It was then enhanced with a bright fire opal ultra fine glitter.

The base card is 120# Stardream cardstock in the color snow. The inside of the card has been left blank for your personal sentiment.

The finished size is 4¼”x5½” and will come with a matching crisp metallic envelope. It will be placed in its own cellophane bag and mailed in a cardboard mailer.

I have signed and dated the card on the back. All of my art work is handmade, therefore no two are alike.

If you have any questions please do not hesitate contacting me. Wholesale is available on this item. Please read my “policies.”

Thanks for looking!

Pink Petals Medallion greeting card

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 14:23:19 -0500

$3.50
This greeting card is simple, yet very elegant.

The medallion is handstamped with pink pigment ink and embossed with clear embossing powder. The background piece was created using alcohol ink, alcohol, and silver and pearl metallic mixatives. It was then enhanced with a bright baby pink ultra fine glitter.

The base card is 120# Stardream cardstock in the color snow. The inside of the card has been left blank for your personal sentiment.

The finished size is 4¼”x5½” and will come with a matching crisp metallic envelope. It will be placed in its own cellophane bag and mailed in a cardboard mailer.

I have signed and dated the card on the back. All of my art work is handmade, therefore no two are alike.

If you have any questions please do not hesitate contacting me. Wholesale is available on this item. Please read my “policies.”

Thanks for looking!

THANKS SO MUCH note card with iris chop

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 14:23:19 -0500

$3.00
The perfect way to say “thank you” is by sending a handmade card. The recipient will know you mean it.

The background for this chop has a yellow watercolor wash. And the iris has been enhanced with Twinks. The inside of the card has been left blank for your personal sentiment.

The finished size of this card is 3½"x5" and will come with a crisp white envelope. It will be placed in its own cellophane bag and mailed in a cardboard mailer for safe shipping.

I have signed and dated the card on the back. All of my art work is handmade, therefore no two are alike.

If you have any questions please do not hesitate contacting me. Wholesale is available (see policies).

Thanks for looking!

Happiness is a choice bookmark with summer chop

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 14:23:19 -0500

$7.00
We do make our own happiness, so it’s our choice to enjoy what we have.

This bookmark is an original rubber stamp art creation. There are three layers. The base is a saffron 80# cardstock. And the middle and top layers are 90# cold press watercolor paper. On the middle and top layers I have used rubber stamps, pigment inks, embossing powders, watercolor washes, Twinks watercolors, Radiant Pearls paint, and gold leafing pen.

The finished size is 2¼"x7½" and is supplied with a bookmark sleeve and a complimentary tassel.

My bookmarks make great gifts. Or add it to your collection.

My artwork is signed and dated on the back. All of my artwork is handmade, therefore no two are alike.

Wholesale is available on this item. Please read my policies. If you have any questions please contact me.

Thanks for looking!

Friendship Note Card with Dandelion Chop

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 14:23:19 -0500

$3.00
The perfect note card to give to that special friend. Or just to let them know that you do consider them a friend. The inside of this card has been left blank for your very special message.

The main image, a dandelion chop, has a background created with Color Wash Jewels spray watercolor and rock salt. The dandelion has been enhanced with Twinks watercolors and a white gel pen. A protective seal was completed with Glazia.

I have signed and dated the card on the back. All of my art work is handmade, therefore no two are alike.

The finished size on the card is 3½"x5" and will come with a crisp white envelope. It will also be placed in its own cellophane bag and mailed in a cardboard mailer for safe shipping..

Wholesale is available on this item. Please read my policies for more information. If you have any questions please do not hesitate contacting me.

Thanks for looking!

The real fountain of youth is whimsy bookmark with spring chop

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 16:35:40 -0400

$7.00
Stay young at heart and we will feel like we can live forever!

This bookmark is original rubber stamp art and makes a perfect gift for the young at heart (or for someone who really likes feel good pink).

The background is a watercolor wash in fuchsia. The main image is a deeper watercolor wash for the background, but also enhanced with Twinks and Radiant Pearls.

The finished size is 2¼"x7½" and is supplied with a bookmark sleeve and a complimentary tassel.

My artwork is signed and dated on the back. All of my artwork is handmade, therefore no two are alike.

If you have any questions please contact me. Wholesale is available (see policies).

Thanks for looking!

A Riot of Sunshine and Petals greeting card

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 12:14:57 -0400

$3.50
This bright and cheerful card is the perfect compliment to start anyone’s day. Petals are plentiful with the sun shining through.

With this card I have enhanced the image with waterbased ink refills in olive and a dark yellow. The colors are bright and radiant. The middle of each flower is enhanced with a light gold ultrafine glitter.

The inside of the card has been left blank for your personal sentiment.

The finished size of this card is 4¼”x5½” and will come with a crisp metallic Stardream envelope in the color snow. It will be placed in its own cellophane bag and mailed in a cardboard mailer.

I have signed and dated the card on the back. All of my art work is handmade, therefore no two are alike.

If you have any questions please do not hesitate contacting me. Wholesale is available (see policies).

Thanks for looking!

Mandala Art Card in eggplant, teal, and gold

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 12:14:57 -0400

$10.50
This is one of my art cards “that is the gift,” (my husband’s quote).

The base card is eggplant cardstock. The mandala is eggplant accented with gold and teal cardstock and layered on teal cardstock. It has been handstamped in gold and embossed with gold powder. There are 6 layers meticulously trimmed and then layered with foam tape for the dimension. Eggplant and teal ultrafine glitter and 5 size 16 Swarovski crystal have been added for the glitz and glam.

The finished size is 5¼”x5¼” and is furnished with a 5½” crisp white envelope. The inside has been left blank for your personal sentiment.

This card will be placed in a cellophane bag and shipped in a cardboard mailer. For your personal mailing extra postage would be required.

I have signed and dated on the back of the card. All of my artwork is handmade, therefore no two are ever alike.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate contacting me.

Thanks for looking!

Mandala Greeting Card in black, gold, copper, silver

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 12:14:57 -0400

$10.50
This mandala greeting card is one of my favorites. All the cardstock is black, accented with gold, copper, and silver pigment inks. I have then embossed with opalescent embossing powder. There are seven layers that adds the dimension. I have added five size 12 Swarovski crystals for elegance. The inside of the card has been left blank for your personal sentiment.

The finished size is 5¼” x 5¼” and furnished with a crisp white envelope. It will be placed in a cellophane bag and shipped in a cardboard mailer. Extra postage will be required for your personal mailing.

I have signed and dated on the back. All of my artwork is handmade, therefore no two are alike.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate contacting me.

Thanks for stopping buy!

African Collage Mini Wall Art

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 12:14:56 -0400

$25.00
This piece makes a very strong statement, even for the 5"x7" size. Your eyes will never get tired of looking. The colors are of an African sunset with earth tones surrounding the sunset. I have incorporated black and white tones with the background. The mask and the man and woman are handstamped on chipboard, giving it that dimensional quality. These images are enhanced with gel pens and Swarovski crystals. Under the chipboard I have added black skeleton leaves with micro beads in black and copper.

This makes a very unique gift, or add it to your collection.

I have signed and dated it on the back. It is ready to hang with a saw tooth hanger.

All of my work is handmade, therefore no two will ever be the same.

If you need more information please do not hesitate contacting me.

Thanks for looking!

Mandala in black, red, and gold with Swarovski crystals

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 12:14:56 -0400

$12.50
What is a mandala? Mandala means "circle." The design is concentric and based on circular composition. The mandala symbolizes spiritual, cosmic, or psychic order. It can symbolize one's steps towards a physical and/or mental spiritual center. A mandala can represent any stage of life, past, present, and future. Each mandala will hold a visually unique significance for each person. Enjoy, reflect, and meditate.

This mandala is designed and handmade with black, red, and gold cardstock. It is double sided with seven layers to each side. The width is approximately 5¼” for both sides.

Each layer is handstamped with gold pigment ink and embossed with gold embossing powder. The layers are meticulously trimmed and assembled adding that dimensional effect. I have also added 34 #20 Swarovski crystals, 17 crystals on each side.

The tassel is light gold with a hanging height of approximately 11”.

If you collect ornaments or any kind of hanging home décor, this would look spectacular with your collection. What about that “hard-to-buy-for” person?

It will be carefully wrapped, placed between cardboard, and packed securely for safe shipping.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate contacting me. All of my artwork is handmade, therefore no two are alike.

Thanks for looking!

Rooster Pride Mini Wall Art

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 12:14:56 -0400

$25.00
This is one of my top sellers at local art shows.

The 6"x6" stretched canvas mixed media collage is very dimensional. The rooster's tail is comprised of three layers. The base is watercolor paper and the next two layers are rice paper. The entire very colorful rooster has been enhanced with twinks and gel pens. I have framed it with tatting around the edge of the canvas.

This would look great in anyone's kitchen! Or, just add it to your collection.

It is ready to hang with a saw tooth hanger on the back, or you can use a table top stand.

I have signed and dated this piece on the back. Everything I create is handmade therefore no two are alike.

If you have any questions please do not hesitate contacting me.

Thanks for looking!

In all things of nature - 8 x 10 mixed media collage

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 12:14:56 -0400

$40.00
This mixed media collage is a finished 8”x10” size with the oak shadow box frame. It begins with one of Aristotle’s famous quotes, “In all things of nature, there is something of the marvelous.” The central image is composed of a 6”x6” ceramic tile, dried ferns (which I did myself), dried flowers, rice and tissue paper, charms (the type of charms vary), micro beads and copper leafing. Skeleton leaves have been added for more dimension. Butterflies are abundant.

This piece is ready for hanging, or you could use a table top stand.

I have signed and dated on the back. All of my art work is handmade, therefore no two are ever alike.

If you have any questions please do not hesitate contacting me.

Thanks for looking!

Thinking of you note card with orchid chop

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 11:59:43 -0400

$3.00
The perfect notecard to give to that someone who needs a little boost or just to let them know how special they are. The inside of this card has been left blank for your very special message.

The main image, an orchid chop, has color added with a watercolor wash for the background. The orchid and leaves have been enhanced with Twinkling H2Os watercolors. A protective seal was completed with Glazia.

I have signed and dated the card on the back. All of my art work is handmade, therefore no two are alike.

The finished size on the card is 3½"x5" and will come with a crisp white envelope. It will also be placed in its own cellophane bag and mailed in a cardboard mailer for safe shipping.

Wholesale is welcomed on this item. Please read my policies on wholesale orders.

If you have any questions please do not hesitate contacting me.

Thanks for looking!

LOVE notecard with gingko chop

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 11:59:43 -0400

$3.00
The perfect notecard to give to that special someone. Do you need to say "sorry," or just to let them know how lucky the two of you are just to have each other? The inside of this card has been left blank for your very special message.

The main image, a gingko chop, has color added with a watercolor wash for the background and leaves. The one gingko leaf has been enhanced with Twinkling H2Os. A protective seal was completed with Glazia.

The finished size on the card is 3½"x5" and will come with a crisp white envelope. It will also be placed in its own cellophane bag and mailed in a cardboard mailer for safe shipping.

I have signed and dated the card on the back. All of my artwork is handmade, therefore no two are alike.

If you have any questions please do not hesitate contacting me. Wholesale is available (see policies).

Thanks for looking!

Winters Song Frameable Art Card

Sat, 03 Oct 2009 15:46:14 -0400

$8.00
This Southwest frameable art card has a finished size of 5"x7". The base card is a gorgeous Stardream metallic oyster color card stock. Other stock I have used are watercolor paper and metallic copper card stock. Enhancements include an unbleached coffee filter, instant coffee, copic markers, Twinks watercolors, and copper ultra fine glitter

A matching envelope is provided with this card. I have left the inside blank for your personal sentiment.

It will be placed in its own cellophane bag and shipped in a cardboard mailer.

I have signed and dated it on the back. All of my art work is handmade, therefore no two are ever alike.

If you have any questions please do not hesitate contacting me.

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Make every moment count bookmark with dragonflies chop

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 12:39:19 -0400

$7.00
This bookmark is original rubber stamp art and makes a perfect gift. Or add this one to your collection.

As you will note for the background I have used the paper batiking technique. The background is then saturated with a fuchsia and blue watercolor wash. The dragon flies are enhanced with blue and silver Twinks.

The finished size is 2¼"x7½" and is supplied with a bookmark sleeve and a complimentary tassel.

My artwork is signed and dated on the back. All of my artwork is handmade, therefore no two are alike.

If you have any questions please contact me. Wholesale is available (see policies).

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Christmas Ornament with teal and silver scalloped topper and ribbon

Sun, 27 Sep 2009 12:53:25 -0400

$10.50
This ornament is the standard size (approx. 2.5" in width) Christmas ornament in matte light teal. To make the ornament really stand out I have added four layers of light teal cardstock for the scalloped topper. And to make it pop and glimmer, I have added dark teal and silver ultra fine glitter. A white ribbon with silver accent is added for hanging. This makes a great holiday gift.

I have signed and dated each ornament on the bottom. All of my artwork is handmade, therefore no two are alike.

If you need further information, or have a questions, please do not hesitate to convo me.

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Mandala in hunter, burgundy, and gold with Swarovski crystals

Sun, 27 Sep 2009 12:53:24 -0400

$12.50
What is a mandala? Mandala means "circle." The design is concentric and based on circular composition. The mandala symbolizes spiritual, cosmic, or psychic order. It can symbolize one's steps towards a physical and/or mental spiritual center. A mandala can represent any stage of life, past, present, and future. Each mandala will hold a visually unique significance for each person. Enjoy, reflect, and meditate.

This particular mandala is designed and handmade with rubber stamps, hunter green, burgundy, and gold cardstock. It is double sided with seven layers to each side and approximately 5¼” in diameter. Each layer is embossed in gold and meticulously trimmed. The layers add the dimensional effect.

I have also added 34 #20 Swarovski crystals, 17 crystals to each side. The tassel is light gold and has a hanging height of approximately 11”.

It will be carefully wrapped, placed between cardboard, and packed securely for safe shipping.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate contacting me. All of my art work is handmade, therefore no two are alike.

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In all things of nature--mini wall art

Sun, 27 Sep 2009 12:53:24 -0400

$25.00
There is so much going on with this little piece of art! And it is all about nature and how it plays everyday in our art.

This creation is produced on a 6"x6" stretched canvas. The central image is composed of two pieces of mat board, dried ferns (which I did myself), rice and tissue paper, a charm (the type of charm varies), micro beads, and copper leafing. Skeleton leaves have been added between the boards. Butterflies are abundant.

This piece is ready for hanging with a saw tooth hanger on back, or you could use a table top stand.

I have signed and dated on the back. All of my art work is handmade, therefore no two are ever alike.

If you have any questions please do not hesitate contacting me.

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In all things of nature-frameable art card

Sun, 27 Sep 2009 12:53:24 -0400

$12.50
There is so much going on with this little work of art! And it is all about nature and how it plays everyday in our art.

This "frameable" art card (the card is the gift) has a finished size of 5"x7". The base card is a gorgeous 80# brushed copper card stock. The central image is composed of two pieces of mat board, dried ferns (which I did myself), rice and tissue paper, a charm (the type of charm varies per card), micro beads, and copper leafing. Skeleton leaves have been added between the boards. Butterflies are abundant.

An envelope is provided with this card. I have left the inside blank for your personal sentiment.

It will be placed in its own cellophane bag and shipped in a cardboard mailer.

I have signed and dated it on the back. All of my art work is handmade, therefore no two are ever alike.

If you have any questions please do not hesitate contacting me.

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In all things of nature - 5 x 7 mixed media collage

Sun, 27 Sep 2009 12:53:24 -0400

$30.00
This mixed media collage is a finished size of 5”x7” and framed with an oak shadow box. The central image is composed of two pieces of mat board, dried ferns (which I did myself), rice and tissue paper, charms (the type of charms vary), vintage copper glass glitter, and copper leafing. Skeleton leaves have been added for more dimension. Butterflies are abundant.

This piece is ready for hanging, or you could use a table top stand.

I have signed and dated on the back. All of my art work is handmade, therefore no two are ever alike.

If you have any questions please do not hesitate contacting me.

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Mandala in eggplant, teal, and gold with Swarovski crystal

Sun, 27 Sep 2009 12:53:23 -0400

$10.50
What is a mandala? Mandala means "circle." The design is concentric and based on circular composition. The mandala symbolizes spiritual, cosmic, or psychic order. It can symbolize one's steps towards a physical and/or mental spiritual center. A mandala can represent any stage of life, past, present, and future. Each mandala will hold a visually unique significance for each person. Enjoy, reflect, and meditate.

This mandala would make a perfect and unique gift. If you collect ornaments, or you know someone who does, this would be great for that collection.

The dominant color is eggplant and is accented with teal and gold cardstock. Eggplant and teal ultrafine glitter has been added for the glitz and glam. I have added a size 16 Swarovski crystal in the middle of the star. The mandala is approximately 4¾” across with an 11” hanging height. It is double sided with a gold tassel between the sides.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate contacting me.

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Different is beautiful bookmark with gingko chop

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 10:29:19 -0400

$7.00
Each of us is different. That’s what makes the world turn.

This bookmark is original rubber stamp art and makes a perfect gift. Or add this one to your collection.

The background of the second layer and the main image is a wash with color wash jewels. The main image is enhanced with Twinks.

The finished size is 2¼"x7½" and is supplied with a bookmark sleeve and a complimentary tassel.

My artwork is signed and dated on the back. All of my artwork is handmade, therefore no two are alike.

If you have any questions please contact me. Wholesale is available (see policies).

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Crossroads are always opportunities bookmark with bamboo chop

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 10:29:19 -0400

$7.00
When opportunity does knock, take it!

This bookmark is original rubber stamp art and makes a perfect gift. Or add this one to your collection.

As you will note in the photos…there are two backgrounds to pick from, a paper batiking and a watercolor wash. When you purchase this bookmark please let me know in the comments section at checkout the background you would like. I will then let you know if I have it in stock or if I need to make one.

The finished size is 2¼"x7½" and is supplied with a bookmark sleeve and a complimentary tassel.

My artwork is signed and dated on the back. All of my artwork is handmade, therefore no two are alike.

If you have any questions please contact me. Wholesale is available (see policies).

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Imagination is the seed of growth bookmark with dandelion chop

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 10:29:18 -0400

$7.00
And when the wind blows, or your imagination lets loose, something always grows.

This bookmark is original rubber stamp art and makes a perfect gift. Do you collect bookmarks? This one is perfect for your collection.

I have used a watercolor wash with rock salt for the background (no two are alike). The dandelion chop has the same wash but only more color saturation. I cannot guarantee the same background design other than it will be blue and fuchsia.

The finished size is 2¼"x7½" and is supplied with a bookmark sleeve and a complimentary tassel.

My artwork is signed and dated on the back. And all is handmade, therefore no two are alike.

If you have any questions please contact me. Wholesale is available (see policies).

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Reach for the sun bookmark with iris chop

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 10:29:18 -0400

$7.00
Reach for it all! This bookmark is original rubber stamp art and makes a perfect gift, or another one for your collection.

The background with paper batiking and the background of the chop has a lime/yellow watercolor wash. And the iris chop has been enhanced with Twinks.

The finished size is 2¼"x7½" and is supplied with a bookmark sleeve and a complimentary tassel.

My artwork is signed and dated on the back. All of my artwork is handmade, therefore no two are alike.

If you have any questions please contact me. Wholesale is available (see policies).

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Mandala in black, copper, and gold

Sat, 05 Sep 2009 14:00:11 -0400

$12.50
What is a mandala? Mandala means “circle.” The design is concentric and based on circular composition. The mandala symbolizes spiritual, cosmic, or psychic order. It can symbolize one's steps towards a physical and/or mental spiritual center. A mandala can represent any stage of life, past, present, and future. Each mandala will hold a visually unique significance for each person. Enjoy, reflect, and meditate.

This particular mandala is designed and handmade with rubber stamps, black, copper, and gold cardstock. It is double sided with seven layers to each side and approximately 5¼” in diameter. Each layer is embossed in gold and meticulously trimmed. The layers add the dimensional effect.

I have also added 34 #20 Swarovski crystals, 17 crystals to each side. The tassel is light gold and has a hanging height of approximately 11”.

It will be carefully wrapped, placed between cardboard, and packed securely for safe shipping.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate contacting me. All of my art work is handmade, therefore no two are alike.

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GET WELL SOON note card with summer chop

Sat, 05 Sep 2009 13:35:44 -0400

$3.00
The perfect note card to give to that “feeling under the weather” someone.

The summer chop has be enhanced with a rich watercolor wash and Radiant Pearls. Protective sealing was completed with Glazia.

The inside of this card has been left blank for your very special message.

The finished size on the card is 3½"x5" and will come with a crisp white envelope. It will also be placed in its own cellophane bag and mailed in a cardboard mailer for safe shipping.

I have signed and dated the card on the back. All of my art work is handmade, therefore no two are alike.

If you have any questions please do not hesitate contacting me. Wholesale is available (see policies).

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BEST WISHES note card with pine tree chop

Sat, 05 Sep 2009 13:35:44 -0400

$3.00
The perfect note card to give your best wishes in whatever they are trying to accomplish.

The pine tree chop has been enhanced with a rich blue and yellow watercolor wash. The pine trees are enhanced with Twinks. A protective sealing was completed with Glazia.

The inside of this card has been left blank for your very special message.

I have signed and dated the card on the back. All of my art work is handmade, therefore no two are ever alike.

The finished size of the card is 3½"x5" and will come with a crisp white envelope. It will also be placed in its own cellophane bag and mailed in a cardboard mailer for safe shipping.

If you have any questions please do not hesitate contacting me. Wholesale is available for this card (see my shop policies).

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Teal Mandala Art Card

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 20:15:57 -0400

$10.50
What is a mandala? Mandala means “circle.” The design is concentric and based on circular composition. The mandala symbolizes spiritual, cosmic, or psychic order. It can symbolize one's steps towards a physical and/or mental spiritual center. A mandala can represent any stage of life, past, present, and future. Each mandala will hold a visually unique significance for each person. Enjoy, reflect, and meditate.

The base card is teal cardstock. The mandala is teal accented with gold and eggplant cardstock and layered on eggplant cardstock. It has been handstamped in gold and embossed with gold embossing powder. There are 6 layers meticulously trimmed and then layered with foam tape for the dimension. Eggplant and teal ultrafine glitter and 5 size 16 Swarovski crystal have been added for the glitz and glam.

The finished size is 5¼”x5¼” and is furnished with a 5½” crisp white envelope. The inside has been left blank for your personal sentiment.

This card will be placed in a cellophane bag and shipped in a cardboard mailer. For your personal mailing extra postage would be required.

I have signed and dated on the back of the card. All of my artwork is handmade, therefore no two are ever alike.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate contacting me.

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Hunter Green Mandala art card

Sun, 23 Aug 2009 18:58:29 -0400

$10.50
What is a mandala? Mandala means "circle." The design is concentric and based on circular composition. The mandala symbolizes spiritual, cosmic, or psychic order. It can symbolize one's steps towards a physical and/or mental spiritual center. A mandala can represent any stage of life, past, present, and future. Each mandala will hold a visually unique significance for each person. Enjoy, reflect, and meditate.

The base card is 110# gold leaf cardstock. The mandala is hunter green accented with burgundy and gold cardstock and layered on burgundy cardstock. The approximate size of the mandala is 4¾”. It has been handstamped in gold and embossed with gold powder. There are 6 layers meticulously trimmed and then layered with foam tape for the dimension. Old gold ultrafine glitter and 13 Swarovski crystals in size 12 have been added for the glitz and glam.

The finished size is 5¼”x5¼” and is furnished with a 5½” gold leaf envelope. The inside has been left blank for your personal sentiment.

This card will be placed in a cellophane bag and shipped in a cardboard mailer. For your personal mailing extra postage would be required.

I have signed and dated on the back of the card. All of my artwork is handmade, therefore no two are ever alike.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate contacting me.

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Burgundy Mandala art card

Sun, 23 Aug 2009 18:42:12 -0400

$10.50
What is a mandala? Mandala means "circle." The design is concentric and based on circular composition. The mandala symbolizes spiritual, cosmic, or psychic order. It can symbolize one's steps towards a physical and/or mental spiritual center. A mandala can represent any stage of life, past, present, and future. Each mandala will hold a visually unique significance for each person. Enjoy, reflect, and meditate.

The base card is 110# gold leaf cardstock. The mandala is burgundy accented with gold and hunter green cardstock and layered on hunter green cardstock. The approximate size of the mandala is 4¾”. It has been handstamped in gold and embossed with gold powder. There are 6 layers meticulously trimmed and then layered with foam tape for the dimension. Old gold ultrafine glitter and 13 Swarovski crystals in size 12 have been added for the glitz and glam.

The finished size is 5¼”x5¼” and is furnished with a 5½” gold leaf envelope. The inside has been left blank for your personal sentiment.

This card will be placed in a cellophane bag and shipped in a cardboard mailer. For your personal mailing extra postage would be required.

I have signed and dated on the back of the card. All of my artwork is handmade, therefore no two are ever alike.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate contacting me.

Thanks for looking!