tinatarnoff

Papercut Art, Jewelry & Paintings by Tina Tarnoff

San Francisco, California

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Announcement ♥ SHOP SALE! 10-30% OFF SELECT ITEMS! PLUS FREE SHIPPING ON DOMESTIC ORDERS! ♥

♥ My papercuts come beautifully displayed on a sturdy mounting board, ready to be placed into a frame, if so desired.
If you'd like to have your chosen papercut framed and ready to hang upon the arrival to your home, I offer a framing service, so please check under my framing offer.
The framed artwork will be carefully packaged and shipped to you with utmost care.

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My jewelry is created using prints of my papercut or paintings images, which are set under a clear cabochon dome. They include necklaces, chokers and brooches in various styles. The jewelry comes beautifully packaged and makes the perfect present.

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♥♥ I recently opened a vintage shop where you will find unique pieces mostly from the 1920s to 1950s, and some from Victorian era. My vintage shop - http://www.catsmiaowvintage.etsy.com ♥♥

♥ To learn more about me visit:

Instagram: @tinatarnoff

Blog: www.tinatarnoff.typepad.com

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♥ Some of the blogs/websites that featured or mentioned my papercuts (thank you all!):

Apartment Therapy
Apartment Therapy Ohdeedoh
SF Weekly Blogs
Buzzfeed
Architecture and Design
She Does The City
Shelterrific
7x7 Insider's Guide to the Best of San Francisco
Mighty Goods
Barb from Knack Studios on Design*Sponge » Sneak Peek
Living Creatively
The English Muse
Handmade Finds
A CUP OF JO
A home in the making
Mixed Plate
Addicted 2 Decorating
Absolutely Beautiful Things
Hey Susy

♥♥♥ And many thanks to all my customers! ♥♥♥

Have fun!
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Announcement

Last updated on Sep 14, 2023

♥ SHOP SALE! 10-30% OFF SELECT ITEMS! PLUS FREE SHIPPING ON DOMESTIC ORDERS! ♥

♥ My papercuts come beautifully displayed on a sturdy mounting board, ready to be placed into a frame, if so desired.
If you'd like to have your chosen papercut framed and ready to hang upon the arrival to your home, I offer a framing service, so please check under my framing offer.
The framed artwork will be carefully packaged and shipped to you with utmost care.

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My jewelry is created using prints of my papercut or paintings images, which are set under a clear cabochon dome. They include necklaces, chokers and brooches in various styles. The jewelry comes beautifully packaged and makes the perfect present.

<><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><>

♥♥ I recently opened a vintage shop where you will find unique pieces mostly from the 1920s to 1950s, and some from Victorian era. My vintage shop - http://www.catsmiaowvintage.etsy.com ♥♥

♥ To learn more about me visit:

Instagram: @tinatarnoff

Blog: www.tinatarnoff.typepad.com

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♥ Some of the blogs/websites that featured or mentioned my papercuts (thank you all!):

Apartment Therapy
Apartment Therapy Ohdeedoh
SF Weekly Blogs
Buzzfeed
Architecture and Design
She Does The City
Shelterrific
7x7 Insider's Guide to the Best of San Francisco
Mighty Goods
Barb from Knack Studios on Design*Sponge » Sneak Peek
Living Creatively
The English Muse
Handmade Finds
A CUP OF JO
A home in the making
Mixed Plate
Addicted 2 Decorating
Absolutely Beautiful Things
Hey Susy

♥♥♥ And many thanks to all my customers! ♥♥♥

Have fun!
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LaNae on Sep 24, 2023

5 out of 5 stars

Oh my goodness Tina is the most talented Silhouette artist!!! I love this one, it is so vintage looking. It will be perfect for my Silhouette collection. Just a side note, it is so fun opening her packages as they are so beautifully presented!

ALICE IN WONDERLAND Papercut - Down the Rabbit Hole - Hand-Cut Silhouette

ALICE IN WONDERLAND Papercut - Down the Rabbit Hole - Hand-Cut Silhouette
Robin on Sep 23, 2023

5 out of 5 stars

I love this necklace I bought for my granddaughter who will be playing Alice (Alice in Wonderland) in her High School play! I'm sure she will love it!

ALICE IN WONDERLAND Necklace, pendant on chain

ALICE IN WONDERLAND Necklace, pendant on chain
J. on Sep 22, 2023

5 out of 5 stars

Excellent. The bubble envelope even brightened my day. I hope people continue to support the arist and her shop.

ALICE IN WONDERLAND Necklace, pendant on chain

ALICE IN WONDERLAND Necklace, pendant on chain
LaNae on Sep 24, 2023

5 out of 5 stars

Thanks so much for your talent and offering it to us! This is so beautiful! I have several of Tinas paper cuts and this is just as beautiful as the last. I can't wait to return for more :)

ALICE IN WONDERLAND Papercut - Hand-Cut Silhouette

ALICE IN WONDERLAND Papercut - Hand-Cut Silhouette
Lindsay on Sep 19, 2023

5 out of 5 stars

Product that arrived was as described.

The GREAT GATSBY Wallet

The GREAT GATSBY Wallet
Robin on Sep 14, 2023

4 out of 5 stars

This is a very nice necklace, but much bigger than I thought it would be. Not sure my granddaughter will wear it as a necklace, but she can hang it in her room. It's my fault I really didn't look at the measurements of the locket. If it were about half the size, it would be perfect! The packaging was really nice and shipping was quick!

ALICE IN WONDERLAND Necklace - Down the Rabbit Hole, pendant on chain, Silhouette Jewelry

ALICE IN WONDERLAND Necklace - Down the Rabbit Hole, pendant on chain, Silhouette Jewelry
bryan on Sep 13, 2023

5 out of 5 stars

Wife loves it so very much, I would buy it again for friends.

GONE WITH the WIND Necklace - pendant on chain - Silhouette Jewelry

GONE WITH the WIND Necklace - pendant on chain - Silhouette Jewelry
cheryl on Sep 8, 2023

5 out of 5 stars

It’s absolutely beautiful!!

PETER PAN Papercut in Shadow Box - Hand-Cut Silhouette, Framed

PETER PAN Papercut in Shadow Box - Hand-Cut Silhouette, Framed
Richard on Sep 6, 2023

5 out of 5 stars

Beautiful. This will be a great Christmas gift for my daughter.

PETER PAN Bracelet - Silhouette Jewelry

PETER PAN Bracelet - Silhouette Jewelry
Richard on Aug 23, 2023

5 out of 5 stars

The necklace is beautiful. I bought this for my daughter for Christmas. I think she will love it. I liked it so much that I ordered the matching bracelet to give her also.

PETER PAN Necklace - pendant on chain - Silhouette Jewelry

PETER PAN Necklace - pendant on chain - Silhouette Jewelry

About tinatarnoff

Sales 11,234

On Etsy since 2008

Papercut Art - A Love Story

My passion for papercut art started the first time I saw Victorian silhouettes, papercuts made by Hans Christian Andersen, shadow puppet theatre of Bali, and intricate Chinese papercuts. They all completely mesmerized me. The shape and sense of movement one can achieve from a single sheet of paper intrigued me and made me want to be a part of that magic circle. So, I gave it a go and never looked back. Making a papercut requires a lot of precision and attention to detail. I think what attracts me to papercut art is the sense of building something, the sense of sculpting, and the clean cut aspect of it. Making papercut art feels natural to me. I have good control of my hand and the paper, and have a clear vision of what the image or shape should be. It's truly magic. I think the most important thing I'm trying to achieve in my creations is the sense of freedom, of movement, of passion for life, nature and for one’s art.

Among my favorite papercuts are those of the ballet dancers, which were the first pieces I created. I’ve always been a lover of dance and wanted to capture its grace and movement. I slowly progressed to telling stories with my papercut art. Among the first of those is my Autumn Kiss papercut, which became my all-time best selling item. I love creating different stories with my art, incorporating whimsical aspects, and giving my papercuts a wisp of magic. I also love recreating my favorite fairy tales, books, and movies.

It was a natural progression to transfer my papercuts into jewelry and create wearable art. My collection of necklaces, bracelets and earrings have become by far my most popular items. I’m very gratified with the reactions of my customers and their incredibly positive feedback and reviews. I joined Etsy in 2008, very quickly gained a good deal of attention, and continue to see my business grow. I’m truly thankful it enables me to make a living out of something I love to do.

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Baldwin Park, CA

The company manufactures quality handbags featuring the images of my silhouette papercuts.

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Last updated on Nov 21, 2022

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The LITTLE MERMAID - Hand-Cut Silhouette Papercut

ALICE in WONDERLAND Book Clutch Crossbody Handbag - Black

The GREAT GATSBY Papercut - Hand-Cut Silhouette

LITTLE WOMEN Necklace, pendant on chain - Silhouette Jewelry

AFTERNOON READING in the PARK Locket - Hand-Cut Miniature Papercut Locket Necklace

The LITTLE MERMAID - Hand-Cut Silhouette Papercut

ALICE in WONDERLAND Book Clutch Crossbody Handbag - Black

The GREAT GATSBY Papercut - Hand-Cut Silhouette

LITTLE WOMEN Necklace, pendant on chain - Silhouette Jewelry

AFTERNOON READING in the PARK Locket - Hand-Cut Miniature Papercut Locket Necklace

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The GREAT GATSBY Wallet

The GREAT GATSBY Book Clutch Crossbody Handbag

TULIP FEVER Necklace - pendant on chain - Silhouette Jewelry

VIEW FROM the SHORE Necklace - pendant on chain - Silhouette Jewelry

CAT'S MEOW Necklace - pendant on chain - Silhouette Jewelry

VIEW FROM the SHORE Necklace - pendant on chain - Silhouette Jewelry

TULIP FEVER Necklace - pendant on chain - Silhouette Jewelry

CAT'S MEOW Necklace - pendant on chain - Silhouette Jewelry

A MOMENT along the THAMES - Signed Art Print 8.5x11

A NIGHT in MONTPARNASSE - Signed Art Print 8.5x11

VIEW FROM the SHORE Papercut in Shadow Box - Hand-Cut Silhouette, Framed

A Love Letter to Frida - Signed Art Print 8.5x11

TULIP FEVER Papercut - Hand-Cut Silhouette

VIEW FROM the SHORE Papercut - Hand-Cut Silhouette

CAT'S MEOW - Hand-Cut Silhouette Papercut

MOBY DICK - Hand-Cut Silhouette Papercut

The LITTLE MERMAID Bracelet - Silhouette Jewelry

The GREAT GATSBY Bracelet - Silhouette Jewelry

CINDERELLA Bracelet - Silhouette Jewelry

CINDERELLA Necklace - pendant on chain - Silhouette Jewelry

The GREAT GATSBY Necklace - pendant on chain - Silhouette Jewelry

The GREAT GATSBY Necklace - pendant on chain - Silhouette Jewelry

The LITTLE MERMAID Necklace - pendant on chain - Silhouette Jewelry

The LITTLE MERMAID Necklace - pendant on chain - Silhouette Jewelry

The GREAT GATSBY Necklace - pendant on chain - Silhouette Jewelry

CAT'S MEOW Papercut in Shadow Box - Hand-Cut Silhouette, Framed

CINDERELLA - Hand-Cut Silhouette Papercut

The GREAT GATSBY Papercut - Hand-Cut Silhouette

The LITTLE MERMAID - Hand-Cut Silhouette Papercut

The GHOST and MRS MUIR Silhouette Necklace, Pendant on Chain - Art Jewelry

The GHOST and Mrs MUIR Necklace, pendant on chain - Silhouette Jewelry

PHANTOM of the OPERA Necklace, pendant on chain - Silhouette Jewelry

PHANTOM of the OPERA Silhouette Necklace, Pendant on Chain - Art Jewelry

Silhouette Necklace, Pendant on Chain - FORTUNE TELLER - Art Jewelry

FORTUNE TELLER Necklace, pendant on chain - Silhouette Jewelry

The GHOST and Mrs MUIR Papercut - Hand-Cut Silhouette

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