Showing posts with label functional art. Show all posts
Showing posts with label functional art. Show all posts

Monday, November 24, 2008

Functional Art - WWAO November Online Exhibit

Worldwide Women Artists is an international collective of women artists showing and selling our original art through the worldwide web. As women artists, we give birth to our ideas in a variety of styles and media. We embrace the diversity of each others' work, celebrating the joy of creating our art and sharing it with the world.

I am very excited and extremely proud to present this month's WWAO Online Exhibit (fresh for the holidays!!!), Functional Art! Peruse, purchase - these fabulous pieces are just the tip of the creative iceberg from these wonderful artists! I know you will have a very happy shopping experience with these fabulous artists!

Don't forget to stop by WWAO for more excellent artists and fabulous gifts for a loved one AND yourself!

So...sit back and watch the slide show and then scroll down for contact information! Enjoy!




Amy L. Burns
Infinite Kindness – Mug
Stoneware Clay, $16
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=15098954
http://amylburns.etsy.com


Sharon K. Shubert
Woodburned 3 Panel Pine Dressing Screen
Measures 4 x 6-feet, $5,000.00 plus shipping
http://redladyart.com


Janine Maves
Koi Hand Painted Dupioni Silk
shawl or table runner, edged with jacquard silk
lined Dupioni silk, 18" x 74", batik, dyes
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=14634699














Carolyn Osborne
Bunny Ornament & Santa on the Moon Ornament
copper, beads, mica
www.creativeforcesbycarolyn.com
www.carolynosborne.etsy.com

*35% of all Carolyn Osborne's sales will go to St. Anthony's Oncology Unit in Gig Harbor, Washington in honor of her brother.*


Lava Jewelry
My Favorite Sterling Silver Earrings
$36
http://lava-jewelry.com


Tara Robertson
The Love Mugs on a Tray in Raspberry Red
High fired stoneware clay (dishwasher and microwave safe)
http://trpottery.etsy.com


Robin Hernandez
Sunny Day (tile)
Fused Glass Size: 6 1/4" x 6 1/4" x 1/4"
http://www.robinhernandez.com
http://RobinHernandez.etsy.com


Carol Lago
Mariposa
It is a art glass inlaid serving tray. The tray itself is wood, decoupaged in imported handmade paper.
www.carolelago.etsy.com


Nora Blansett
Red Hot Pepper Pixie, Maria
OOAK Doll made from fabric, wired antenna, glass beads, paint, pens, yarn, love and magic.
http://www.norablansett.com


Linda Erzinger
Time to Upcycle
This is a clock made from upcycled Plexiglas, fabric and acrylic
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=9942916


Upstream Creations
Purple Spiral Earrings
These are made from upcycled Plexiglas painted with acrylic
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=16014550


Gayle Bell
Hummingbird Garden
A glass mosaic table, 18" round
www.gaylebell.com


Schar Freeman
Kauai Sands Art Vessel/Vase
Limited Handpainted Vase is made of tempered glass. The sand and shell go completely around the base of the vase. I use shell and sand that I have gathered around my island. Approximate size is 6" high and 12 inches around, rectangle.
http://ainakauaiart.bravehost.com


Nancy Davenport
Iris
Hand painted notecard Watercolor on Strathmore Ivory Cards with Deckle
www.leopard.etsy.com


Cathy O Lewis
Crazy Quilt Cane
Wooden cane, hand painted with acrylics in a crazy quilt design, 2 coats of poly
http://www.cathy-o-riginals.com


Cathy O. Lewis
Personalized Tote Bag
100% cotton, machine quilted, portrait is fused applique
http://www.cathy-o-riginals.com


Staci Rose
To Be a Kid at Chanukah!
Wooden Hebrew Letter Blocks, Mixed Media Chanukah Menorah (Chanukeah)
http://stacirose.etsy.com



Thank You!
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Sunday, June 15, 2008

Use It - It's Fabulous!

I have a strong appreciation for Functional Art. According to the Gallery of Functional Art, they define it as "Functional Art is the blending of form, function, sculpture and fine art." In other words, it looks good and you can use it for practical or impractical applications: jewelry, furniture, pottery, felting, etc.

I also have a love and appreciation for the hard-working, wonderful artists of Worldwide Women Artists Group. With almost 300 members, each woman creates her own unique fabulous artwork in myriad of forms.

So, when I chanced an Etsy Treasury, I decided to combine these two loves and came up with a very lovely treasury with very wonderful functional art by very excellent artists! You can view by clicking below until Wednesday, June 18th.


If you miss any of these artists you can visit their Etsy shops by clicking below:

Tara Robertson Pottery

Sujati Designs

Color Me Gifted


Carole Lago Custom Designs

tanis alexis : eco-conscious art

Art by Betty Refour


Sharon K. Shubert Art Designs (aka redladyart)



Worldwide Women Artists is an international collective of women artists showing and selling our original art through the worldwide web. As women artists, we give birth to our ideas in a variety of styles and media. We embrace the diversity of each other's work, celebrating the joy of creating our art and sharing it with the world.
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Monday, December 10, 2007

My Bestseller


Emma Alvarez, one of the most fabulous people I've met while blogging, runs the Emma Alvarez Site: Cultural curiosities, stories of History, music, cinema, art, nature... And much to tell. When asked, she graciously suggested that I write about my bestseller.

And, without being vain, I believe I have three! Honestly, it makes me feel ecstatic to think about this and realize that while people do enjoy my work, there are three very specific creations that keep many customers coming to visit with me.

Bead Box for Beginners of All Ages!








Originally created as an age appropriate, handmade gift for my overly inquisitive niece, I started offering these on my blog and in my Etsy shop. One of my customers purchased a box as a way to spend time with her 10-year old daughter and I had a BLAST putting together goodies for BOTH of them! Here's what she wrote to me when they had received their Bead Box:

"OMG, Staci I absolutely love this!! My daughter was so excited she literally ran home! We made two necklaces and hers is so pretty. She used the blue star along with coordinating colors! We bought some elastic to make bracelets and more necklaces! Thank you for this we are truly truly happy."

Vino Hot Stuff - Wine Cork Trivets


Not only are these recycled, functional art, but they seem to be the perfect gift for the gourmet that has everything! Each trivet is unique in the corks that are used are NEVER the same combination or arrangement, and they can work as a trivet or even a mini cork board! And, I have a heck of a lot of fun creating these!

Custom Orders

I LOVE CREATING CUSTOM ORDERS! It's not a matter of following directions but listening very carefully to someones wants and desires and making that real! Something to wear, something to remember their mother, something special just for them. And, when everything comes together, the gratitude and joy absolutely warms my heart!

"Both pairs of earrings are even more beautiful than expected, PERFECT! Fantastic communication! Wonderful seller, she really listens to what you want! Thank you so much!!!" "Thank you so much for my stunning and special custom bracelet, I love it. I enjoyed doing business with you. Great communication, very friendly and nice to work with."

"Where do I start? Staci custom made this set especially for me, and not only is it the most beautiful thing I've ever owned, it's the most beautiful jewelry I've ever SEEN, PERIOD. But if you're ehre checking out her feedback, then you probably have already figured out that she's an amazing designer, so let me tell you about the quality and craftsmanship. I am wowed by the clasp on the necklace. I've had several necklaces with clasps that weakened and fell open while I was wearing them - this clasp is guaranteed for that never to happen, since it's got this nifty little hook-and-click mechanism. Definitely worth noting. She pays attention to the little things. :) Also, I got to know Staci a bit through our convos {email messages } when working on a custom order, she takes a LOT of care in drawing information out to see what you'd love. And is vastly successful in that endeavor, I might add.} and she's become a really good friend. I don't know what else to say other than that she is absolutely terrific, a gem of a gal, and is absolutely terrific at what she does. Buy from her! She'll likely have a famous line some day and you can say you've got a Staci Rose original!!!"

I LOVE to create and when that feeling of joy is passed on to others, I believe that's even better!
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