Donna Cassidy "Infinity Cowl" at the Joyful Jewel 9-29-13

"Infinity Cowl"
Donna Cassidy
One Size Fits All Crochet Scarf
Bamboo, Rayon, Silk, Nylon, Acrylic Yarns
$40

Donna Cassidy must have thought about these cool Fall mornings and evenings when she created this snuggley Infinity Cowl.  It can be arranged on the body: to warm the shoulders, close around the neck, pulled up to cover the bottom of the ears, or draped saucily down the front.  The fibers include luxurious silk, versatile acrylic, sheen of rayon, durability of nylon, and the contemporary chic of bamboo.  The colors, various shades of blue with a slight tinge of green and also of purple, ensure that this piece complements a variety of clothing.  Adding both warmth and style to the softness of the myriad of yarns, this is sure to be a favorite. 

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Sheila Fleming "Hope" Altar at the Joyful Jewel 9-28-13

"Hope" Altar

Shelia Fleming

Mixed Media in an Altoid Box

$48

Here is one of the new altars that Sheila Fleming has made.  I especially like this one with the Mary Oliver quote.  Inside the little "purse" are more inspiring writings on the topic "Hope."  On the back is a magnet so you can have lots of reminders of the quest for Hope and Amazement.

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Marilyn Penrod "Flower Boy" at the Joyful Jewel 9-26-13

"Flower Boy"

Marilyn Penrod

Acrylic on Canvas, 16" x 20"

$295, Framed Original

Marilyn Penrod's "Flower Boy" is certainly precious.  I love how the colors of the flowers and of the cat and his reflection match, bringing out the vibrancy of each.  What do you imagine this boy is thinking about?  Perhaps he is waiting by the window to hear your car approaching, wistfully wishing it was now.

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Barbara Thompson "White Infant Dress" at the Joyful Jewel 9-25-13

White Infant Dress
Barbara Thompson
Acrylic, infant size
$55

Doesn't this ever-so-sweet infant dress that Barbara Thompson made make you want a daughter!  What fun it would be dress her up and then cuddle her in this soft, beautifully made dress.  Would be great for Christening or other blessing -- or just to practice looking cute!

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Beth Bale "Iris" at the Joyful Jewel 9-24-13

"Iris"

Beth Bale

8" x 8" watercolor on aqua board

$58

     Move over Georgia, Beth Bale is painting expressive closeups of flowers!  This Iris invites you to enter right into it's "mouth" and winks at you with long-lashed eyes.  Painted on a small board that can be held in your hand from a desktop display, Iris is available for an even closer tactile interaction.

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Barbara Damiano "Reflection" at the Joyful Jewel 9-22-13

"Reflection"

Barbara Damiano

12" x 9" Mixed Media Painting

$60

  I need one of those "gone fishing" or even better "gone gazing" signs for the door.  Barbara Damiano has reminded me how much I love being outside, near water, with a large reaching tree and some birds, taking in this kind of glorious scene.  Time to get the canoe out and greet the Fall in North Carolina.  Come and join me.  Barbara makes her art from pieces of torn paper, from painting and perhaps even from a photograph or other sweet memento collaged in ways that enhance each part as well as the whole.

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