Etsy Shop for FrenchTwist

Eiffel Tower Notecards, set of 10

Wed, 26 Aug 2009 11:44:18 -0400

$12.00
These stylish notecards are made in the flat style of French poster art. Very versatile, the message "For You" can apply to anything from a gift card to a note of concern to a thank-you note. Printed on creamy first-quality card stock with my own artistic rendering of the most Parisian landmark of all, La Tour Eiffel!

Measuring 5.5" x 4.2" when folded, each card comes with a charming punched and embossed border. Sold in sets of 10 cards with envelopes. Order two sets and receive 4 additional notecards and envelopes at no additional cost.

Peace pendant with beaded dangle

Wed, 26 Aug 2009 11:44:18 -0400

$15.00
Any way you look at it, this is a gift with a great message. One side proclaims, "Be at Peace," and the other features a pair of resting birds divided by a golden scrap of ribbon. This is a very special, small and very thoughtful gift item for anyone struggling through life's inevitable challenges. This very artisanal creation measures 3"x1" with an attached handmade beaded dangle on sterling silver wire. Comes with a ribbon hanger, can be dangled from a curtain, a rear view mirror, put on a chain for a delicate necklace, hung on a bulletin board or anywhere a reminder of faith and encouragement would come in handy. Offer your tender feelings in a way that fits with any decor; an amulet indeed with an elegant French Twist.

Happy Birthday/Friend Pendant

Wed, 26 Aug 2009 11:44:18 -0400

$15.00
Here's a dangle that will be a great birthday gift, and once the Big Day is over, flip it over for a reminder of enduring friendship with a verse from Proverbs: "A friend loveth at all times." Created from glass, solder, beads, sterling silver wire and fabric collage, this artistic treasure will be a great personal gift.

Customized Pet Portraits

Wed, 26 Aug 2009 11:44:18 -0400

$95.00
A beloved pet is celebrated or memorialized in a personalized, photo-collaged portrait created by an art historian with the world of art at her fingertips. Send me a high resolution photo of your pet and I'll take it to the next level and create a delightful transformation. Your pooch or kitty may be transformed into a renaissance princess, a Russian Hussar, an English nobleman; the sky's the limit. Special requests are welcome! Choose from a variety of suggested themes, and let French Twist create a portrait transferred to fabric and texturized with brush strokes to create a work that will hang like a fine art painting in your home. Here's a perfect example: our own Ashley the Wonder Dog, may she rest in peace, hangs here in our home with her tags dangling from the frame for a constant reminder of a wonderful companion. Get your pet portrait done here. Framing options: order without frame for $95.00 unframed 8x10". $150.00 framed. No additional charge for personalization of orders.

Artsy Chocolate lovers pillow, frilly in pink

Wed, 26 Aug 2009 11:44:18 -0400

$35.00
Are you among the graceful lovers of chocolate who do not fear to express yourselves with a French Twist? Then come out of the closet! Proclaim yourself! "J'aime le chocolat!" is the way to declare your love - in French, of course. This pillow features a portrait by the renowned French painter, François Boucher. Let it serve as the excuse to parade both your refined taste and your appreciation for the Divine Substance. The image is printed directly onto canvas cloth and stitched into a whimsical frame of fabric and trim. 10" square, buttoned in back with a golden heart, this frillyl work of pillow art will grace any spot in your home that needs instant beautification.

Artsy chocolate lovers pillow

Wed, 26 Aug 2009 11:44:18 -0400

$48.00
Are you among the graceful lovers of chocolate who do not fear to express yourselves with a French Twist? Then come out of the closet! Proclaim yourself! "J'aime le chocolat!" is the way to declare your love - in French, of course. This pillow features a portrait by the renowned French painter, François Boucher. Let it serve as the excuse to parade both your refined taste and your appreciation for the Divine Substance. The image is printed directly onto canvas cloth and stitched into an elegant frame of fabric and trim. 16" square, stitched with exquisite quality materials, this beautiful work of pillow art will grace any spot in your home that needs instant beautification.

Elegant 12 inch throw pillow with portrait by 18th Century French Artist Vigee LeBrun

Wed, 26 Aug 2009 11:44:18 -0400

$48.00
Vigee LeBrun was the painter to the court of Marie Antoinette. She wrote a wonderful memoir which we should all read to get a better view of the French Revolution and its effect on the aristocracy and the commoners alike. But enough of that; here is a vestige of the work of that great female artist, preserved here in a gorgeous 12" square pillow. The image is printed directly onto soft canvas cloth, then stitched onto excellent quality fabric and secured in back with a pretty silver button. Watch for more of these art pillows to grace a lucky spot in your home!

French I Love You soldered glass pendant with beaded dangle