LISA CONGDON
'It's rare that you come across a bib you'd like to hang on the wall, but we've found some!' and i couldn't have said it better myself. this is the perfect gift for baby's first holiday ... as one-of-a-kind as the little ones themselves.
the details:
materials: new and vintage fabrics
availability: all are one of a kind
sizing: 10 1/2' x 9 1/2'
Price: $38 + shipping
mahar drygoods shop
Galleries: art for the little ones, under $50
20 November, 2006
**MIKE MILLS
buy your friends books that come straight from artists brains ...
Mills’ intent is not to make a statement but to ask questions, to make people more curious: “I hope the things I make can grow on people over time. At first it is just a drawing of cracks, then later, after living with the design you have more personal associations with it, it means more things, it becomes more emotional.”
sidenote: i'm simply bonkers over the books published by Nieves ... check them all out here.
the details:
Humans, 32 page book with new graphic works, photographs and an essay by Mike Mills.
Color Offset – 16.5×23 cm. First Edition.
Price: $20 + shipping
nieves shop
Galleries: art for the mind, under $50, **my favorites
20 November, 2006
MAT DALY
don't be afraid to give one-of-a-kind art!
mat daly's work is original and wonderful.
these mono prints are each truly individual; be sure to check them all out.
the details:
these are test prints that have evolved into a wholly unique image; they have gone through dozens of runs through the press; sizes vary.
Price: $80 + shipping
mat daly's shop
Galleries: art for the wall, over $50
20 November, 2006
SHARILYN WRIGHT
don't know what to get someone on your list? a journal is a must!
i have been a fan of sharilyn's work for ages and have given it to many friends ... they are never disappointed and usually become customers of lovely design themselves!
the details:
handbound journal made with found paper & envelopes. size: 7.5 x 5.5'.
available in clover, egg, coffee and clementine. 65 pages.
Price: $32 + shipping
lovely design shop
Galleries: art for the table, under $50
20 November, 2006
**NANCY BAUCH
another favorite! this work is stunning and ever-so-special.
your mom, your sister, your best friend ... this organic & simple pottery fits the bill for anyone ... and especially those who love tea or hot cocoa.
the details:
Creamy white porcelain mug with a white satin finish. Hand thrown on an authentic treadle wheel.
Diameter 3.5” x 3” high.
Price: $25 + shipping
white forest pottery shop
Galleries: art for the table, under $50, **my favorites
20 November, 2006
**SHERWOOD PRESS
The Sherwood Press has been doing fine letterpress printing and design since 1940. One of Olympia's oldest and finest letterpress printers, Sherwood sits atop a hill, nestled in the woods overlooking Capitol Lake.
....... friends, this is a fabulous one-of-kind gift!!!
the details:
Letterpress Dayplanner
A fine French Paper outer-cover is a rich, dark brown and is made in part of post-consumer recycled paper. Each page is a bright color, featuring 14 months, December 2006 through January 2008. Each calendar took 30 different strikes on the letterpress. That's a crazy amount of letterpressing going on in such a small, lovely, modern-yet-classic container. Size: 5.5 x 7.25' (closed)
Price: $12.00 + shipping
buy olympia shop
Galleries: art for the table, under $50, **my favorites
20 November, 2006
ROSIE BROWN {paper stour}
last year this was one of the loveliest gifts i received ... a twine string of beech nuts & shells ... i have had it strung up in my studio all year and it has been a great way to bring nature into my day. it's truly an original gift.
the details:
Made from beech nuts, and limpet shells and attached to hemp.
These may vary slightly, depending on seasons.
Order by December 11th to ensure delivery.
Price: $28 + shipping
papa stour shop
Galleries: art for the wall, under $50
20 November, 2006
BOOKHOU DESIGN
using great designs and fabric {linen} John Booth and Arounna Khounnoraj have created these little wonders. for your friends to keep their change or the shells that they pick up at the beach...
the details:
hand printed pouches with zippers & snaps
Price Range: $18-30 + shipping
bookhou design shop
Galleries: art for the body/bag, under $50
20 November, 2006
ANGELA JOHE
now this is seriously limited edition!
i adore the white and think this is one of my favorite gifts of the season.
thank goodness for rena's {of rare device} good taste!
the details:
There are just two each of these beautiful limoges porcelain bowls made in Germany. They have a sloping, irregular shape with a slight pinched lip, a fabulous texture on the outside and smooth white glaze on the inside. The handwritten word, like a pencil mark, just under the glaze. Hand-wash, safe for food. Dimensions: 5' diam, approx. 3 1/2' high. Words are Joy, Passion & Satisfaction.
Price: $60 + shipping
rare device shop
Galleries: art for the table, over $50
20 November, 2006
DIANE TOEPFER
all your friends are having babies?? stock up on originally designed onesies then ... diane of ferdinand offers lots of designs for babies as well as adults.
the details:
hand silkscreened shirts & onesies; various designs & sizes.
Price Range: $15-$34 + shipping
ferdinand shop
Galleries: art for the little ones, art for the body/bag, under $50
20 November, 2006
**KAREN GELARDI
it's love!
karen's work makes my heart beat {you might remember her pinecone prints which are also for sale at ferdinand and make a lovely gift} ... i think her handmade treasures will make a fantastic gift for the artlover on your list. she has a variety of offerings and featured here is one of her tiny trees.
the details:
Plastic tubing, drawing printed onto fabric, thread, wood; sizes vary {this one: 7.5' x 8.5' x 5'}
Order by December 4th to ensure holiday shipping
Price: $75 + shipping
karen's shop
Galleries: art for the table, over $50, **my favorites
20 November, 2006
McSWEENEY'S
fantastically original books showing up at your friend's doorstep every month ... seriously ... that rocks!
the details:
McSweeney's Book Release Club. It's similar to a book-of-the-month club--we'll send BRC subscribers the next ten books we put out, roughly one a month.
Price: $100
mcsweeney's shop
Galleries: art for the mind, over $50
20 November, 2006
STEVIE KEORNER
you know when you go to the mall and see those necklaces already packaged in boxes and you think, 'well i just want to get my cousin one more little thing'? well forget it! just turn around and head home and click onto the web to find that last little thing. truche is a great place to start! all items are handmade and very sweet.
the details:
hand made items, jewelry, and art; all items are lovingly made by hand; all pieces are one of a kind.
Price Range: $18 and up + shipping
truche necklace shop
Galleries: art for the body/bag, under $50
20 November, 2006
SOFTIES {various artists}
well this is just my advice but if you want to buy a little friend a soft creature why not buy HANDMADE??? these recommended sites carry softies that are made with love & heart and they are original! spread the love ...
the details:
soft creatures, made by hand, various ...
Price Range: varies
nest studio shop
little red pear shop
rose and radish shop
hertzensart shop
Galleries: art for the little ones, under $50, over $50
20 November, 2006
**STEPHANIE WADDELL
for the more refined people on your lists ... these scarves are elegant and simply stunning. each of the designs are drawn up by stephanie and then translated onto silk in repeating patterns. waddell is offering a 15% off discount this season if you email or call your orders to her using the code TWINKLE.
the details:
Each of the scarves in this collection measures 4 3/4' by 72' and features an agnes & hoss signature silk fabric. Can be worn around one's head, neck or waist. Orders should be emailed directly to agnes and hoss.
Price: $80 + shipping {and a 15% off discount}
agnes and hoss scarves
Galleries: art for the body/bag, over $50, **my favorites
20 November, 2006
**CAITLIN KUHWALD
these prints might not be a gift for everyone on your list but i kind of think there might be just that perfect someone. i can say that i adore them and how strongly they seem to have a voice. one of these will knock their socks off!
the details:
prints of kuhwald's paintings; full archival; paintings were originally done in acrylic; sizes vary and each are signed by the artist
Price: $20-$30 + shipping
market east shop
Galleries: art for the wall, under $50, **my favorites
20 November, 2006
LIISA K. GRAHAM
ooooooh ... letterpress printing ... words ... tiny books ... art for the stocking for sure!
liisa k. graham's work in this category is among the most special i have found.
the details:
little books vary in size; xerographed & letterpress printed; sewn bound; made in small editions
Price Range: $2-$6 + shipping
liisa's chapbooks offerings
Galleries: art for the mind, under $50
20 November, 2006
JEN CAUSEY
jen causey's work is a great way to give art to those you love. her shop has something lovely for everyone. causey says, about her work, These works represent my continuous journey to try to live simply. To slow down and discover and celebrate the beauty in everyday life. I am inspired by nature, design, form and color.
the details:
postcards, cards and prints are all featured in jen's shop. all images and cards are original photographs; most are printed on Hahnemuhle Fine Art Archival Photo Rag Paper with Epson inks.
Price Range: $2-$40 + shipping
simply photo shop
Galleries: art for the wall, under $50
20 November, 2006
REBEKAH POTTER
there is nothing better than giving a bit of handpainted goodness. these little treatures, made by rebekah potter, can be tucked into a corner of your loved ones homes reminding them to smile ... give a bit of inspiration!
the details:
The Bloks measure anout 3 1/2 x 5in and have about a 3/4in in height; they are painted in acrylic and sealed in resin. They come ready to hang and each are stamped with Rebekah's name and date.
Price: $38 + shipping
little paper planes shop
Galleries: art for the wall, under $50
20 November, 2006
**CHRISTOPHER RYAN
just a few days ago CDR added new prints to his shop and they are stunning. this butterfly comes in 2 versions with the wings on the right or on the left. he also has beautiful deers as well as new more illustrated pieces. and don't miss the launch of his tiny book: sleepyheads {another perfect gift for stockings}.
the details:
Digital Prints on high quality Kodak matte photo paper.
All prints ship within one week.
Price Range: $15-$50 + shipping
my little underground shop
Galleries: art for the wall, under $50, **my favorites
20 November, 2006
LISA SOLOMON
i think that a tote bag must be one of my favorite gifts of the holidays. your friends can tuck this into their more swanky handbag and use it at the grocery store! ... or use it to take books back & forth to the library, for post office runs ... whatever. lisa's totes are as sweet as can be and there are styles for everyone.
the details:
Silkscreened by hand.
The Large Bags are 14' H x 12' W. Small Bags are 10' x 13' with long handles [approx 24'].
If lined a Gingham Check, Polka Dot, or Plaid fabric is used.
Price Range: $15-$36 + shipping
lisa's shop
Galleries: art for the body/bag, under $50
20 November, 2006
SWIGG
cute, cute, cute! coming from swigg, out of brooklyn, i have these creatures in my 'little ones' category but i kind of want one for myself!!
the details:
made of hand silkscreened, washable, vinyl. stuffed with 100% polyester fill and poly pellets.
approximate dimensions: from 7' to 12'
Price: $24 + shipping
nonchalant mom shop
Galleries: art for the little ones, under $50
20 November, 2006
TESS DARROW
who can't use another little pouch? i have this sweet pouch, two designs available from the fabulous egg press, in my 'little ones' category but obviously it is perfect for big ones as well.
the details:
High quality cotton, super soft zipper pouch, screen-printed and made by hand.
Made in limited quantities. Size: approximately 7.5'x5.25'
Price: $22 + shipping
egg press shop
Galleries: art for the little ones, under $50
20 November, 2006
ABIGAIL PERCY
abigail percy's work is just wonderful! and in fact she just added some one-off pieces into her shop which means you may be finding something that no one else will have ... how much more unique can you get?
the details:
out of glasgow, scotland, the work is constructed by hand from carved and stained faux ivory, 18ct gold plated silver, semi-precious antique cut stones and beads and pearls; earrings, necklaces, a brooch and bracelets
Prices: $45-$295 + shipping
abigail's shop
Galleries: art for the body/bag, under $50, over $50
20 November, 2006
BROOK MEDLEN
this jewelry is simple and, i think, a great gift for lovers of metals and basic forms. medlen says about her work, i like soothing, organic shapes rendered new by unexpected texture and saturated color.
the details:
necklaces, earrings, rings and cuffs ... all handmade and unique.
Price range: $18-$148 + shipping
gemmafactrix shop
Galleries: art for the body/bag, under $50, over $50
20 November, 2006
MIRANDA JULY
cloverfield press books are so enchanting! the one i featured here is by miranda july and is described: A strange and lovely story about an agoraphobe's encounter with a young boy. it's such a sweet and poignant story. i love this gift for stockings and lovers of letterpress art and good little shorts.
the details:
little books are 5.75' x 4.25' in size. they all have letterpress printed covers. there are several stories available and they are all numbered from whatever edition they come out of.
Price: $14.95 per book + shipping
cloverfield press shop
Galleries: art for the mind, under $50
20 November, 2006
MICHIKO YAO
paint by numbers, a body of work by yao {an exciting artist originally from osaka, japan}, made into tiny t-shirts ...
super fun!
the details:
frogs or butterflies
only comes in size 2
Price: $40 + shipping
tortoise shop
Galleries: art for the little ones, under $50
20 November, 2006
SHAYNA BETHANY
i have had shayna's 2006 calendar on my desk all year. it's the perfect size and has brought such beauty to my days. i am planning on giving a few of these 2007 calendars and spreading the goodness.
the details:
Hang or stand with brushed silver binder clips provided. Calendar includes thirteen 4x4' archival color inkjet prints. Signed and numbered edition of 50.
Price = $18 + shipping
shayna's shop
Galleries: art for the table, under $50
20 November, 2006
**SHANNA MURRAY
two threes, shanna murray's shop = simple. pure. thoughtful.
these smocks are amazing ... handmade ... for artistic little ones.
the details:
sizes 2-7 available.
made of all natural fibers: linen, linen thread. fully lined in organic cotton flannel. pocket is hand embroidered. wear it over a t and jeans; comfy and pre-washed. order by december 15th to ensure delivery by the 23rd.
Price = $50-80 + shipping
two trees shop
Galleries: art for the little ones, over $50, **my favorites
20 November, 2006
NATALIE TWEEDIE
a new gocco print from natalie tweedie!
this is a rare gift to completely swoon over.
***as of november 21, this print is sold out.***
the details:
Limited Edition Gocco print on A4 (approx 21cm x 30cm) 220gm off-white colour paper with a mixture of matt and irridescent inks. All prints signed and numbered. Print run of 35. (all screens destroyed after print)
Price: $19 + shipping
nebo peklo's shop
Galleries: art for the wall, under $50
20 November, 2006
CAMILLA ENGMAN
making prints from her lovely paintings, camilla has just put out 2 enchanting pieces of art. these runs are limited which makes them even more special. give some pure beauty from sweden...
the details:
Print size: 7.5 x 8.14 inches, plus the white border
Professionally printed on 310 gsm acid-free Hahnemühle German Etching Paper. The print's UltraChrome ink has been specially treated and sprayed, wich gives it an archival lifespan of over 100 years. Signed and numbered (Limited edition of 50)
Price: $50 + shipping
camilla's shop
Galleries: art for the wall, over $50
20 November, 2006
**KARIN ERIKSSON
just for the holidays karin creates a one-of-a-kind piece ... this year's is gorgeous.
karin's work is handmade so each piece varies. i just adore that.
the details:
A porcelain beaker or small vase, thrown by hand and decorated with screen printed ceramic decals.
Price: $40 + shipping
karin's shop
Galleries: art for the table, under $50, **my favorites
20 November, 2006
**MADITI
maditi's prints are one of my top gift recommendations for the holidays.
i truly think that they are perfect for anyone on your list.
she organizes them by color ... think charming, unique & quite special.
the details:
Polaroid Prints
Size: 7.8 by 8.2 inches
Paper: Tetenal Archival Matte Paper; heavy matte paper with outstanding archival properties (241g/m2)
Prints are signed and dated by the artist
Price: singles = $13 + shipping / doubles = $26 + shipping
maditi's shop
Galleries: art for the wall, under $50, **my favorites