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Contemporary Color Palettes: Blushing

6/8/2019

Looking for a fresh take on neutrals? This soothing collection of blush, muted lilac, and smoke blue creates a warm, inviting atmosphere without going too bold.

'Interpretation' Spiritile

$125.00

'Interpretation' Spiritile, "It's not what you look at that matters, it's what you see." - Henry David Thoreau This spiritile has been retired - this is theonly one left.

Houston Llew is an enameling artist of his own distinctive genre specializing in glass on copper artworks known as Spiritiles. In his kiln-hot Atlanta studio, each tile is made by hand using ground glass that is painted, then kiln-fired to copper and enveloped around a solid frame. Every Spiritile has its own story wrapped around the sides to match the iconic and inspiring moments drawn from life.

molten glass on copper art
handcrafted with love in Atlanta, Georgia
the best gift for your self! (and those you love)
full of cheerful, with a dash or two of inspiration
happy on the wall or free standing, but happiest in groups
Hang on wall or stand on a shelf
Dimensions: 8 1/2" x 5 1/4" x 1 3/4"

PLEASE ALLOW 2 WEEKS FOR DELIVERY OF THIS ITEM

Bronze Rhino Sculpture

$35.00

Bronze Rhino Sculpture - The solid bronze rhinoceros is looking for a place to drink. The Rhino is made of solid bronze sand-castings made by Scott Nelles in his foundry in Northern Michigan.

Dimensions: 3 inches long, 1.75 inches high
Weight: 8 ounces

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'Aloft' Spiritile

$125.00

'Aloft' Spiritile - "To our children we give two things - one is roots, the other wings." - Hodding Carter

Houston Llew is an enameling artist of his own distinctive genre specializing in glass on copper artworks known as Spiritiles. In his kiln-hot Atlanta studio, each tile is made by hand using ground glass that is painted, then kiln-fired to copper and enveloped around a solid frame. Every Spiritile has its own story wrapped around the sides to match the iconic and inspiring moments drawn from life.

molten glass on copper art
handcrafted with love in Atlanta, Georgia
the best gift for your self! (and those you love)
full of cheerful, with a dash or two of inspiration
happy on the wall or free standing, but happiest in groups
Hang on wall or stand on a shelf
Dimensions: 8 1/2" x 5 1/4" x 1 3/4"

SHIPS IN 2-3 DAYS

Warm metallic pieces lend definition to this soft color theme and contrast beautifully. Artwork with complementary tones - either large statement pieces or a collection of smaller pieces and framed images - work especially well.

Cannon from the Water Morning Mist

$5,200.00

On this painting, Margaret Ross Tolbert beautifully captures Cannon Springs from the water during the morning mist.

Dimensions: 31'X39"
Oil on canvas
One-of-a-kind original artwork

SHIPPING VARIES BY PIECE, CALL 352-378-4947 FOR SHIPPING PRICE

Marsh View from the Bridge

$1,600.00

Beautiful Marsh View from the Bridge acrylic painting by Hope Barton, makes you feel like you're standing in the middle of the marsh. Hope's paintings capture the essence of Florida's landscapes.

Dimensions: 28" x 52"
Arylic on canvas

For the option to pick up in the store, call the store to purchase at 352-378-4947.

Spring Daisies

$3,200.00

22"x30" acrylic on panel work by Robert Stebleton. Painting of wildflowers in a vase sitting outside on a chair.

Artists like Hope Barton, Margaret Tolbert, and Robert Stebleton have distinct styles, yet all perfectly capture shades of blush, purple and blue in nature. Their work is ideal for a room with a "blushing" palette.

Contemporary Color Palettes: Moody Blues

6/1/2019

A spectrum of deep, rich shades of blue can add elegance and depth to a room. Deep blues go beautifully with cool metallics like silver and crisp neutrals like bright white.

Silver Leaf Round Bowl

$30.00

Whether it's filled with candy, nuts, fruit, veggies or a main course, this Silver Leaf Round Bowl handmade from European glass is certainly here to wow your guests. The elegant silver leaf plating has a textured look and will certainly impress your guests with it's glow.

Size: 6" diameter.
European Handcrafted
Hand Wash Only
Elegant Silver Accent
Food Safe
Environmentally Sustainable All Natural Components

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Monet Oval Art Glass Bowl

$80.00

Captivating Murano Style Monet Oval Art Glass Bowl in the beautiful blue color scheme. Its unique shape and color blend make it a fabulous addition to any decor.

Size: 8.5" wide x 5.5" tall.
Murano Style Artistic Glass Design
Environmentally Sustainable All Natural Components

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Penelope Cobalt Crystal Bowl

$69.00

The Penelope Cobalt Crystal Bowl from Badash Crystal is a stunning, rich Cobalt Blue, 6-inches in diameter constructed of thick glass. Display this vibrant piece on its own, as an accent piece or fill it with potpourri, candy, nuts, mints...

Size: 6" diameter
Mouth Blown Lead Free Crystal
European Handcrafted
Jack Badash Signature on Bottom
Best Seller
Environmentally Sustainable All Natural Components

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Pieces like glass bowls are perfect in these shades because they add a glossy depth reminiscent of deep water that is both soothing and graceful.

Untitled by Laura Adams Wilson

"Itchetucknee in Winter" by Lee Ann Dodson

Artists like Laura Adams Wilson and Lee Ann Dodson use spectacular blue hues with contrasting shades that will make your walls come to life.

Only a handful of framed limited edition Itzchak Tarkay serigraphs left!

5/29/2019

"Yvette" limited edition serigraph by Itzchak Tarkay (13/35)

$1,500.00

"Red Hat" limited edition serigraph by Itzchak Tarkay (53/350)

$1,450.00

"St. Germain" limited edition serigraph by Itzchak Tarkay (81/350)

$2,550.00

"Conversation" limited edition serigraph by Itzchak Tarkay (74/350)

$1,850.00

"On The Terrace" limited edition serigraph by Itzchak Tarkay (150/350)

$1,900.00

Best Spiritiles for Mother's Day

4/20/2019

Spiritiles are sweet, sentimental, and beautiful tokens of your love and care for mom. Each Spiritile has a meaningful quotation around its edge and an image on its front. These works of art are created by fusing glass onto copper which gives Spiritiles their deep, glossy finish. Mom will cherish these thoughtful gifts for years to come! Here are our favorite Spiritiles for Mother's Day 2019...

'Sweet Spot' Spiritile

$125.00

'Sweet Spot' Spiritile - "Home... the spot on earth supremely blessed, a sweeter spot than all the rest." - Robert Montgomery

Houston Llew is an enameling artist of his own distinctive genre specializing in glass on copper artworks known as Spiritiles. In his kiln-hot Atlanta studio, each tile is made by hand using ground glass that is painted, then kiln-fired to copper and enveloped around a solid frame. Every Spiritile has its own story wrapped around the sides to match the iconic and inspiring moments drawn from life.

molten glass on copper art
handcrafted with love in Atlanta, Georgia
the best gift for your self! (and those you love)
full of cheerful, with a dash or two of inspiration
happy on the wall or free standing, but happiest in groups
Hang on wall or stand on a shelf
Dimensions: 8 1/2" x 5 1/4" x 1 3/4"

SHIPS IN 2-3 DAYS

'Wing It' Spiritile

$125.00

'Wing It' Spiritile - "Don't get your feathers ruffled over little things. Just wing it." -Anonymous

Houston Llew is an enameling artist of his own distinctive genre specializing in glass on copper artworks known as Spiritiles. In his kiln-hot Atlanta studio, each tile is made by hand using ground glass that is painted, then kiln-fired to copper and enveloped around a solid frame. Every Spiritile has its own story wrapped around the sides to match the iconic and inspiring moments drawn from life.

molten glass on copper art
handcrafted with love in Atlanta, Georgia
the best gift for your self! (and those you love)
full of cheerful, with a dash or two of inspiration
happy on the wall or free standing, but happiest in groups
Hang on wall or stand on a shelf
Dimensions: 8 1/2" x 5 1/4" x 1 3/4"

SHIPS IN 2-3 DAYS

'Nectar' Spiritile

$125.00

'Nectar' Spiritile - "Life is the flower for which love is the honey." - Victor Hugo

Houston Llew is an enameling artist of his own distinctive genre specializing in glass on copper artworks known as Spiritiles. In his kiln-hot Atlanta studio, each tile is made by hand using ground glass that is painted, then kiln-fired to copper and enveloped around a solid frame. Every Spiritile has its own story wrapped around the sides to match the iconic and inspiring moments drawn from life.

molten glass on copper art
handcrafted with love in Atlanta, Georgia
the best gift for your self! (and those you love)
full of cheerful, with a dash or two of inspiration
happy on the wall or free standing, but happiest in groups
Hang on wall or stand on a shelf
Dimensions: 8 1/2" x 5 1/4" x 1 3/4"

SHIPS IN 2-3 DAYS

'Aloft' Spiritile

$125.00

'Aloft' Spiritile - "To our children we give two things - one is roots, the other wings." - Hodding Carter

Houston Llew is an enameling artist of his own distinctive genre specializing in glass on copper artworks known as Spiritiles. In his kiln-hot Atlanta studio, each tile is made by hand using ground glass that is painted, then kiln-fired to copper and enveloped around a solid frame. Every Spiritile has its own story wrapped around the sides to match the iconic and inspiring moments drawn from life.

molten glass on copper art
handcrafted with love in Atlanta, Georgia
the best gift for your self! (and those you love)
full of cheerful, with a dash or two of inspiration
happy on the wall or free standing, but happiest in groups
Hang on wall or stand on a shelf
Dimensions: 8 1/2" x 5 1/4" x 1 3/4"

SHIPS IN 2-3 DAYS

'Turner Heart II' Spiritile

$125.00

'Turner Heart II' Spiritile - "i carry your heart with me (i carry it in my heart)" - e.e. cummings

Houston Llew is an enameling artist of his own distinctive genre specializing in glass on copper artworks known as Spiritiles. In his kiln-hot Atlanta studio, each tile is made by hand using ground glass that is painted, then kiln-fired to copper and enveloped around a solid frame. Every Spiritile has its own story wrapped around the sides to match the iconic and inspiring moments drawn from life.

molten glass on copper art
handcrafted with love in Atlanta, Georgia
the best gift for your self! (and those you love)
full of cheerful, with a dash or two of inspiration
happy on the wall or free standing, but happiest in groups
Hang on wall or stand on a shelf
Dimensions: 8 1/2" x 5 1/4" x 1 3/4"

PLEASE ALLOW 2 WEEKS FOR DELIVERY OF THIS ITEM

'Alight' Spiritile

$125.00

'Alight' Spiritile - "Hope is a thing with feathers that perches in the soul." - Emily Dickinson

Houston Llew is an enameling artist of his own distinctive genre specializing in glass on copper artworks known as Spiritiles. In his Atlanta studio, each tile is made by hand using ground glass that is painted, then kiln-fired to copper and enveloped around a solid frame. Every Spiritile has its own story wrapped around the sides to match the iconic and inspiring moments drawn from life.

molten glass on copper art
handcrafted with love in Atlanta, Georgia
the best gift for your self! (and those you love)
full of cheerful, with a dash or two of inspiration
happy on the wall or free standing, but happiest in groups
Hang on wall or stand on a shelf
Dimensions: 8 1/2" x 5 1/4" x 1 3/4"

PLEASE ALLOW 2 WEEKS FOR DELIVERY OF THIS ITEM

'Timeless' Spiritile

$125.00

'Timeless' Spiritile is great for any woman, regardless of age, "You can be gorgeous at thirty, charming at forty, and irresistible for the rest of your life." - Coco Chanel

Houston is an enameling artist of his own distinctive genre specializing in glass on copper artworks known as Spiritiles. In his kiln-hot Atlanta studio, each tile is made by hand using ground glass that is painted, then kiln-fired to copper and enveloped around a solid frame. Every Spiritile has its own story wrapped around the sides to match the iconic and inspiring moments drawn from life.

molten glass on copper art
handcrafted with love in Atlanta, Georgia
the best gift for your self! (and those you love)
full of cheerful, with a dash or two of inspiration
happy on the wall or free standing, but happiest in groups
Hang on wall or stand on a shelf
Dimensions: 8 1/2" x 5 1/4" x 1 3/4"

PLEASE ALLOW 2 WEEKS FOR DELIVERY OF THIS ITEM

'Day to Come' Spiritile

$125.00

'Day to Come' Spiritile carries the wisdom of an Indian Proverb, "All of the flowers of all the tomorrows are held in the seeds of today."

Houston Llew is an enameling artist of his own distinctive genre specializing in glass on copper artworks known as Spiritiles. In his kiln-hot Atlanta studio, each tile is made by hand using ground glass that is painted, then kiln-fired to copper and enveloped around a solid frame. Every Spiritile has its own story wrapped around the sides to match the iconic and inspiring moments drawn from life.

molten glass on copper art
handcrafted with love in Atlanta, Georgia
the best gift for your self! (and those you love)
full of cheerful, with a dash or two of inspiration
happy on the wall or free standing, but happiest in groups
Hang on wall or stand on a shelf
Dimensions: 8 1/2" x 5 1/4" x 1 3/4"

PLEASE ALLOW 2 WEEKS FOR DELIVERY OF THIS ITEM

Great Gifts for Father's Day

6/1/2018

Let Dad know how much he's appreciated with a special gift that lasts forever. Choose from our beautiful selection of hand crafted works of art.

Vega Dreamin Airplane

$300.00

AKU Tall Keepsake Box

$188.00

'Voyager' Spiritile

$125.00

'Beacon' Spiritile

$125.00

Fin Desktop Box

$163.00

Black Cherry Mantel Clock

$176.00

Liberty Copper Face Mantel Clock

$115.00

East of Appalachia Desk Clock

$88.00

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