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Antiqued Golden Brass always Charm
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Better than saying "I love you," saying "always" means so much more. The little heart is a bit off center and slightly upturned at the bottom, giving this charm a very happy feel. We also love the irregular edge of the entire piece. And just look at the debossing of the word,
always
in different fonts and depths. Life is not always perfect, but love just might be!
The charm measures 1 inch high by 3/4 inch wide. The little heart is nicely added to the top, allowing the charm to be 3-dimensional.
Made in Hong Kong
24January2012
Out of Stock
Price: $1.21 each
Set of 3 handmade White Paper Calla Lilies
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These delicate little flowers are made by hand from paper. Each little flower also has a tiny yellow stamen. The white calla lily is prevalent in Latin American art, favored by the masters as well as today's artists and artisans alike. The total length, including the stem is 4-1/8 inches approximately. The flower itself measures 7/8 inch by 3/4 by 1/2 inch.
Made in Mexico
Limited Availability
Price: $1.45 per Bunch
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Miniature African American Bride
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She is just the right size for making a shrine or memory box and is oh-so-elegant in her lovely white gown and shoes. She is holding a lovely little bouquet of pink flowers.
She measures 1-5/8 inch tall by 3/8 inch at the widest (the base).
15August2011
Price: 95¢ each
Miniature Caucasian Bride
Miniature Caucasian Groom
He is just the right size for making a shrine or memory box and is oh-so-debonair in his classic tuxedo and black tie.
He measures 1-5/8 inch tall by 3/8 inch at the widest (the base).
Miniature African American Groom
Sterling Silver Men's Wedding Milagro
It is so difficult to find appropriate gifts for same sex unions. We were excited to find this Sterling Silver Wedding Milagro for a male couple. Each milagro is hand-made and is approximately 1-1/2 inches wide by a bit over 2 inches tall.
These stunning milagros (miracles) make the perfect accent for any art project featuring love, marriage, engagements, weddings, anniversaries! In fact, similar milagros have been featured in the wedding specialty magazines. Consider them as lovely gifts for wedding attendants - that they can use for decorating their holiday trees!
Partners can start new traditions by giving these to their unmarried attendants in hope of finding true love.
Made in Peru
SilverCrow Classic
Price: $16.00 each
Mini Wicker Blower or Fan - Traditional Mexican Bridal Shower Party Favor
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We were not quite sure why these were traditional party favors, but we were sure that they are quite deftly made of wicker by people who are adept at making tiny things from straw.
So, we've decided that these are for waving or blowing away ill will, evil spirits and negative energy from the bride and groom.
Now we have heard from one of our dear customers that this straw is called popote. The full-sized blower is used to fan the embers of a fire. This symbolizes that the bride will now have her own hearth to maintain - her own household. My Mom used to call this "when she went to housekeeping." So, although the traditions may differ, the sentiments are the same in many parts of the world.
Of course, because these are made by hand, there will be slight variation. That is why we are showing you two in our illustration. Straw art such as this is called popotillo.
This is not a toy. For decorative or artistic use only.
3August2011, updated 18August2011
Price: 75¢ each
Highly Detailed Retablo de Boda Especial (Dia de los Muertos) - Day of the Dead Special Wedding Retablo
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Once used as portable shrines or altars, retablos are colorfully painted and hold painted, plaster figures representing something special in the holder's life.
This little matchbox shrine features a bride and groom. In most of them, the groom is serenading the bride. The little figures are highly detailed in form and in the painted features. Each of the muertos is about 1-1/2 inches high and their little arms and hands are so finely created.
Please allow for variation in painting and in the couple, as each of these little retablos is handmade.
We love the plain nature of the the outside of the retablo - this allows you to alter it to fit the celebration that you might want to remember. You might add the names of the bride and groom, or add photos and other adornments.
The box or niche measures 2 inches wide by 1-1/2 inch high by 1/2 inch deep. The roof facade makes the entire retablo measure 2-1/8 inches high. When the doors are open completely, the piece is 4 inches wide.
Two retablos are shown for illustration.
Handmade In Peru
22July2011
Price: $15.00 each
Heart-Shaped Metal Repoussée Nuestra Boda (Our Wedding) Motif
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So perfect for a memory book, a special nuptials candle, or even a card or tag. This little heart shaped motif is made of a very fine (thin) metal (not foil) and has been embossed with the sentiment:
Nuestra Boda (Our Wedding)
It measures 1-1/2 inch wide by 1-1/2 inch high.
30June2011
Discontinued by Manufacturer - Limited Availability
Was: 80¢ Now: 60¢ each
NOT FOR CHILDREN
Ivory Traditional Supple Sealing Wax that Mails Without Breaking!
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Unbelievably, this sealing wax does not crack, chip or break - even when mailed on a postcard! The illustration background includes a seal that was actually sent via the United States Postal Service on a postcard - fully exposed to everything the transport has to offer.
Supple wax can be cut, so it is often used on bottles. Letters and cards with supple wax seals can be sent through the mail if the letter is hand-canceled. (Although the seal might make it through the cancelling machine, it might damage the machine itself.)
Each stick measures 3-3/8 inches long by 3/8 inch thick and 3/8 inch wide. Depending on your use, each stick produces 15 to 20 seals!
You'll be surprised how closely this resembles traditional wax. Made by J.Herbin for over 300 years, sealing wax is still as exciting as it was when used officially. Supple wax is much the same, but designed for modern times.
To use supple wax, heat the end with a match or a propane torch lighter (as for your grill). The lighter is lots easier to use! Be sure to do this heating over the your project paper in the right spot, because you won't be able to move it later. Once you've melted a bit of the wax (in a puddle). Once you think you have enough wax dropped, use the stick itself to stir the puddle into the shape you desire (probably the shape of your seal).
Although not necessary with supple wax, we've found it best to moisten you sealing wax seal before actually making your mark. You can do this by blowing on the seal itself, by an ice cube, etc. Impress your seal into the wax after it has cooled a bit. Hold it still for about 5 seconds, and then peel your seal slowly away from the wax. You'll need a bit of practice to create a crisp seal that pleases you. Supple wax melts at a hotter temperature than traditional wax, so it cools more slowly as well.
Use with caution. Never leave burning or hot wax unattended. Not for children.
Made in France
26May2011
Price: $3.50 per Stick
Day of the Dead Diorama - Sweet Wedding
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This special diorama is created almost like a shrine or nicho, with our Muertos behind glass. Dioramas like these were collected by Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera for the art an beauty as well as the cultural heritage.
This diorama showcases a newlywed couple - apparently Catrin and Catrina. She is sweet and shy in her simple lace veil. He is quite debonair in in his top hat and tails! The deep blue glittery night is behind them and they are surrounded with silver leaves.
The diorama measures about 4-1/8 inches high by 3-1/8 inches wide and about 1-13/16 inch deep. There is a little loop on the back just in case you want to hang it. But, it is just tacked in, so you can probably remove the loop - or, indeed, bend it down.
All of our Day of the Dead figures and the boxes are made by traditional artisans and are hand sculpted and painted by traditional Mexican artisans. Each is a bit different as they are all handmade! Please let SilverCrow choose one for you!
Hecho en Mexico
20March2011
Price: $23.50 each
Shiny Copper Men's Wedding Milagro
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It is so difficult to find appropriate gifts for same sex unions. We were excited to find this Shiny Copper Wedding Milagro for a male couple. Each milagro is hand-made and is approximately 1-1/2 inches wide by a bit over 2 inches tall.
Price: $5.00 each
Curandero Powder - Miel de Amor (Honey of Love)
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Mexican Curanderos are the heirs of the Native American Indian Shamen - Folk Healers. The Curanderos of today combine the methods of traditional religions, earth religions as well as ancient spiritual traditions.
The magical powders they create are packaged in paper packages with vibrant artwork featuring a sensual woman, with the words:
POLVOS DE Miel de Amor MAGICO MAGICO con Ingredientes Especiales
Approximate translation:
Honey of Love Powder MAGIC MAGIC with Special Ingredients
On the back, it reads:
AUTENTICOS POLVOS AROMATIZANTE Dios Venus del amor y la belleza que al ponerme este POLVO sobre mi cuerpo reencarne yo amor, belleza y atracción hacia los hombres.
Venus diosa del amor y la belleza con tu mucho poder guia los corazónes de los hombres hacia mi para que no sea jamás despreciada ni humiliada por ellos.
TENER SUERTE EN EL AMOR PROTEGE SU MATRIMONIO
AUTHENTIC AROMATIC POWDERS Venus, goddess of love and beauty, this powder will recreate love, beauty and attraction towards men.
Venus, goddess of love and beauty, with your strong powers, guide the hearts of men towards me, so that I am not to be despised or never humiliated by them.
HEALTHY LOVE PROTECTS MARRIAGE.
Of course, we cannot promise that it does have powers, but oftentimes, belief is what is most powerful. Please be careful when using these powders, as the ingredients are not listed
12March2008, Updated 1February2011
Price: $1.75 each
Mini Square White Coin Envelopes - Package of 10
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These cute envelopes are hard workers as well. They were originally designed to preserve collectible coins. But, they make terrific holders to attach to your projects. Because they are white, they would work well with wedding invitations, favors, thank yous and more!
But, don't eliminate them for preserving your special treasures!
Two envelopes shown for illustration. Cracker Jack prize not included.
Made in USA
SilverCrow Classic, Updated 29January2011
Price: $1.85 per Package
Wedding Chuppah Charm
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This lovely charm features a wedding chuppah. The canopy features a Star of David on top and the wedding couple below. The bride and groom are surrounded by flowers for a truly festive look. this charm has some depth, making the area where the couple stands look like a true chuppah.
It measures 1 inch high including the hanging loop and 3/4 inch wide and just under 1/8 inch deep.
12January2011
price: $2.45 Each
Tiny Fine Day of the Dead Bride & Groom (novios)
At a little less than 2 inches high our teeny tiny Muertos Bride and Groom are the perfect addition to your Day of the Dead collection. Made of the traditional plaster clay and papier mâché, the bride even wears a little net veil and carries a pretty bouquet.
And, what a perfect presentation these Novios (Newlyweds) make for bridal shower. Or, use it as a wedding cake topper. Our gentleman groom wears a top hat and our bride's veil is made of delicate white lace.
Each couple is different because the figures are hand-sculpted and hand painted. Add one to your own special nicho or retablo. Create an entire wedding vignette by adding other Muertos.
24July2007
Price: $12.90 per couple
Day of the Dead Amor Eterno (Eternal Love) in a Coffin
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This tiny box (measuring just 3 inches by 1-3/4 inch by 1 inch) holds on display an Muertos couple dressed for their wedding. They are eternally together in the box coffin. The little bride and groom barely measure 2 inches high and are fully fashioned and permanently set in their coffin.
Just like all of our other Day of the Dead Figurines and vignettes, each of our Amor Eterno Boxes is hand made and hand painted, so please allow for some variation.
The front of the box features a hand-painted cross as well as a glittery wreath with flowers, and the words:
AMOR ETERNO (Eternal Love)
Inside the box, there is room for you to add names or other objects special to the couple under their feet.
16August2009
Price: $20.25 Each
Siempre Juntos (Always Together) Sterling Silver Milagro
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This stunning Sterling Silver Milagro features an elegant stamping of a tattoo-style design featuring two connected hearts with banners that read:
SIEMPRE JUNTOS (Always Together)
Each milagro is hand-made and is approximately 2-1/8 inches wide by 1-1/2 inches tall.
These elegant milagros (miracles) make the perfect accent for art projects as well as for an altar or ofrenda. Because of the sentiment, it makes a lovely Valentine!
13June2010
Price: $16.85 each
Day of the Dead Figures - Catrin & Catrina
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The elegant Catrin, the Baron of the Cemetery and the gorgeous Catrina, his love are dressed to the nines in black. Catrina's lovely hat features a black lace veil and a gorgeous feather (feather color varies).
Just like the rest of our Day of the Dead Figurines, each of these little couples has been hand sculpted and painted by traditional artisans in Mexico. The couple measures just about 4-1/2 inches high. They are about 1-1/2 inches wide and deep, although the tilt of their heads may add on a fraction of an inch on either side. Please let us choose one for you.
Hecho a Mano en Mexico
08June2010
Price: $19.50 per Couple
Day of the Dead Wedding Candle Set
This sweet little couple (about 3-1/4 inches high) are ready to adorn your wedding cake, or your curio cabinet. Made by hand and hand painted by traditional artisans, this candle set resembles our ceramic Cuzco pottery wedding couple.
Never leave candles burning unattended and use caution when burning any candle.
Hecho en Peru
Price: $9.25 per set
New Size
Papel Picado - Wedding
This extra large, magnificent hand-cut banner is remarkably intricate! The skillful cuttings reflect symbols and mementos of love and marriage! What a superb decoration for a wedding shower or to add a traditionally festive flair at an outdoor wedding!
Typical of the traditional tissue paper cuttings, ours is a banner of about 16 feet long. Each panel measures 16 inches across and 12 inches high!
Although specifically made for wedding celebrations, our Papel Picado can also be used for just about any celebration including the Day of the Dead, birthdays and other fiestas, you'll want to be sure to get more than one. The cuttings may vary.
Updated 2November2007
Price $18.75 Per Banner
Golden Crystal Heart Charm
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Delicate and lightweight, this charming little heart is filled with crystal rhinestones and will add romance to any project - we're certain of this. The loop at the top can be removed and your charm will turn into a component or slider easily.
It measures 5/8 inch high (including the loop) and 1/2 inch wide.
Imported
15May2010
Price: $1.78 Each
Silver Plated X O - (a Kiss & a Hug) Charm
Who doesn't want a kiss and a hug? My Dad used to sign every card for my Mom with XOXO - and the same for me! The letter X generally means Kiss and the O means Hug - although, as with everything, there is some controversy that the letters are reversed - who cares, we say! As long as the love is there, it doesn't really matter, now, does it?
This little charm reads simply,
XO
Of course this is perfect for your beloved, or your daughter, son, or anyone you love a lot!
It measures 11/16 inch in diameter (not including the hanging ring).
2May2010
Price: $1.69 Each
Package of 10 White Calla Lily Bows
Sweet white satin bows are tied perfectly and each is accented with a millinery quality calla lily in the center. These are ready made for your party favors, memory projects and even ofrendas. The bows are hand tied and measure approximately 2-1/2 inches wide by 1-1/2 inch high.
25April2010
Price: $2.99 per Package
Six-Strand Silvery Hearts Bracelet
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Our 6-strand silver beaded stretch bracelet is accented with charms and beads representing deities and spirits, hearts, coins and symbols. The strands are tied together with a removable white organza ribbon. This is a wonderfully elegant set of bracelets - wear them or take them apart for some truly charming components for your artwork.
This lovely set is perfect for the romantic at heart. They are also lovely gifts for those who work in cardiac care! My Mom was in the hospital not too long ago and wore a bracelet set like this and gave away one bracelet at a time to those who were kind to her! What a great idea, Mom!
One of our customers wore this lovely set on her wedding day. At the end oft he evening, she give each one of her special friends one of the strands as a keepsake!
3September2008
Was: $11.25 Now: $9.00 per Set
Sterling Silver Women's Wedding Milagro
It is so difficult to find appropriate gifts for same sex unions. We were excited to find this Sterling Silver Wedding Milagro for a female couple. Each milagro is hand-made and is approximately 1-1/2 inches wide by a bit over 2 inches tall.
Love Definition Charm
Just in case you're not sure what love is - now you will know! On a 3/4-inch diameter circle charm, you'll find the definition of love (including the pronunciation, too!). It reads:
love (luv), n.v. a passionate feeling of affection for another person.
Of course this is perfect for your beloved. But how nice it would be for wedding favors, memory bracelets and more!
11March2010
Price: $1.49 Each
Old Fashioned Wedding Chimes Booklet
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Fashioned after a vintage original from Victorian times, this lovely Wedding Chimes booklet makes a fine bridal gift. Filled with glorious illustrations of flowers, the seas, cottages and birds, there are poems and epigrams regarding marriage, wedding vows and lives together.
There is even a place for a listing of the bridal party and guests. The booklet measures 7-1/4 by 5 inches and features 16 pages.
12February2010
Price: $6.50 Each
Smashed Penny for your Wedding Day
Real Vintage Sixpence Coin
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Coins like these have many names, but our favorite is smashed pennies, aka elongated pennies and pressed pennies. The first elongated penny was created for the World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago, Illinois to commemorate the 400th anniversary of the discovery of America by Christopher Columbus during 1892-1893. There are some who believe that there were such coins produced earlier, but the experts have singled this celebration as the beginning.
A smashed penny is is made by forcing a penny (or other coin) through two steel rollers. There is an engraving on one of the rollers (sometimes both sides). A crank (mechanical or electronic) forces the coin through the rollers and squeezes it with extreme pressure. This smashes the coin from round to ...you guessed it...elongated. The pressure pushes the engraving into the penny at the same time it is smashing it.
We've been collecting these since we were children, and now our grandchildren collect them, too. Made from shiny pre-1983 pennies, there is a higher copper content than if created with today's pennies.
While there are not sixpence coins in the US, we do have pennies and this one reads:
ANCIENT BRITISH WEDDING RHYME Something Old Something New Something Borrowed Something Blue and a Silver Sixpence in Your Shoe
There are wedding rings, a heart and some lovely love birds impressed into the penny, too!
Because they are smashed in the process of impressing the message, these souvenir pennies are super thin, yet sturdy. The new oval shape measures about 1-5/16 long and about 13/16 wide. This makes a wonderful keepsake for your wallet or pocket. And, it's a lovely little token to give to your beloved.
Made in USA from a USA Penny
15January2010
Price: $1.75 Each
Art Postcard - Glückwunsch! - Felicitations - Congratulations!
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What an unlike pair of lovebirds, these! The gentleman crow and snow white dove just couldn't be any happier at this very special wedding. And their friends are certainly singing their praises. All decked out in their best finery with their patent leather shoes, we're sure this duo will live happily ever after!
This image was created by German artist Rudi Hurzlmeier, famed for his pictures of birds in boots and shoes.
Printed in Germany
14January2010
Price: $1.25 Each
I Will Not Kiss & Tell Spiral Bound Notebook
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Use this notebook to remind yourself of your daily mantra...
...I will not Kiss and Tell...
It is written in the style of a blackboard detention. And on the inside, it reads:
I'll write it down here instead.
Oh-oh, we're not sure which is worse! At least if you tell, someone might forget, but unless you burn this after you record your secrets, your secret life may be the talk of the town if someone finds your journal - especially with no lock.
We love this for a new bride or a newly engaged friend!
Each grey notebook has 64 sheets of white spiral bound paper and measures 4-1/4 by 5-1/2 INCHES.
Imported or Made in USA
6January2010
Was: $7.00 Now: $5.00 each
Red Crown Cranes Wedding Card - Sharing Breath
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Artist Jim Brandenburg is famous for his stunning photographs that capture the beauty and magic of the natural world. He is one of the premier wildlife photographers in the world, and a dedicated environmentalist. He has won numerous international awards for his work.
Jim derives intense satisfaction from his life-long commitment to explore and understand the wilderness. Sharing his love for the natural world and telling its stories are what motivates him during his long treks in the wilderness.
These two gorgeous cranes fly as though they are one, embarking on a life's journey together. The Pueblo Wedding Prayer below reads:
I add my breath to your breath that our days be long upon the Earth, that the days of our people be long, that we shall be as one person, that we may finish our road together. -Pueblo Wedding Prayer
I add my breath to your breath that our days be long upon the Earth, that the days of our people be long, that we shall be as one person, that we may finish our road together.
-Pueblo Wedding Prayer
Inside, the card reads:
WISHING YOU HAPPINESS AS YOU BEGIN YOUR LIFE TOGETHER
CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR WEDDING DAY
Each 5 by 7 inch card is letter-press printed in a soft and pale brown foil on a textured 100% recycled paper with soy based inks, and is accompanied by an envelope for mailing.
25December2009
Price: $2.95 each
One Dozen Ivory Calla Lilies
White Calla Lilies
Red Calla Lilies
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These delicate little flowers (less than 1/2 inch each) are hand made in the traditional fashion of hardened dough (migajon). The ivory calla lily is prevalent in Latin American art, favored by the masters as well as today's artists and artisans alike.
2June2009
Price: $1.85 Bunch of 12
WHAT DREAMS MAY COME (Hand-Pressed Token)
THE WONDER OF IT ALL Pocket Token
At a carnival in the 1950s, I made one of these wonderful tokens on a very special mechanical device. After thinking for what seemed to be ages of just the right sentiment, I impressed my name.
I fell in love with mechanical - non computerized - machines and treasure every old fashioned one I find. Although we don't have our own impression machine, our buddy, Tom, does and he made this wonderful token for us:
WHAT DREAMS MAY COME
These machines are no longer manufactured, but you can find them few and far between at old-time amusement parks and other special places.
Each token is made one-at-a-time - and - get this - Tom has to impress one-character-at-a-time! Amazing!
We think these as wonderful wedding souvenir. Add a simple ball chain key chain or necklace to compliment that old-fashioned feeling.
Each silvery token measures about 1-1/4 inch in diameter and features a four-leaf clover or horseshoe in the center, surrounded by the words:
GOOD LUCK
15November2009
Price: $3.25 Each
Miniature Wedding Cake
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What a sweet little wedding cake - perfect for a miniature scene; wonderful for a shrine or ofrenda. The little rosebuds are pink with sweet green leaves. The details are amazing - and it looks so real! It measures about 1 inch high by 1-3/8 wide.
13October2009
Price: $4.39 each
Happy Anniversary Card: Thing One & Thing Two
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Not quite The Cat in the Hat, but sweet and ornery all the same, this little kitty wants to help you celebrate your anniversary as only cats know how. The front of the card features a very real black and white feline with a red and white striped stove-pipe hat. It reads:
If it rains on our big day I know what we'll do!
And, the inside greeting is so poetically fun and to the point:
I'll show you thing one If you show me thing two.
Happy Anniversary!
Won't you have fun?
Printed in USA
6December2009
Price: $2.50 each
Greeting Box - Best Wishes - Open Me!
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Happy Birthday Box
This charming paper box is with a vintage image of shooting stars circling the box - so many for making wishes! We tried to research the term Best Wishes, with no success.
In contemplating the phrase, at first it seems so clichéd. But, what better to offer someone than the best - and the best of their desires. It is no wonder that Best Wishes is what one offers to a bride, when her groom commands Congratulations.
For a special friend, you might even consider, writing a wish you intend to fulfill on the back of each of the disks!
When the lucky recipient examines the Alice in Wonderland Open Me tag, and pulls - the box top opens and one letter at a time (printed on scalloped paper discs) appears - spelling out Best Wishes! The letters are joined together with bright red ribbon. The box itself measures 3-1/2 inches in diameter and 1-1/2 inch tall. And - it can be passed along as a special surprise for someone else as well - over and so on and so on.
Based on Victorian paper treasures of long ago, we're sure you'll love giving or sending this to anyone for just about any occasion.
13September2009
Price: $8.50 Each
Tall Ceramic Day of the Dead Wedding Couple
Standing almost 4-3/4 inches high, this dapper gentleman Muerto is about to take a bride. The lovely lady measures about 4-1/2 inches high and carries a sweet bouquet.
Our happy Novios are hand-painted and hand-fired ceramic made in Cusco, Peru, famous for such lovely glazed pottery. The forms are simple but elegantly representative of the classic Day of the Dead Muertos.
Each couple is different because the figures are hand painted. Add a set to your own special nicho or retablo. So, please let us choose one for you.
Please let us choose a set for you.
Handmade in Peru
29August2009
Price: $22.00 per couple
SilverCrow Exclusive
Tanner's Heart Necklace on a Sterling Silver Chain
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Designed and created right here in SilverCrow's atelier, our lovely deep red glass heart pendant features silvery wings atop it. Whether it means that love is fleeting or that love is flying your way, you can rest assured that you love this sweet pendant.
The blood red glass heart measures 1-1/8 inch (excluding the loop), it measures 1 inch from side to side. The pendant arrives on a 20-inch Sterling Silver Ball chain with a spring ring clasp.
Each necklace arrives in an anti-tarnish pouch for safe-keeping. This is truly a treasure.
Please be careful with your pendant, it has been handmade, and, although sturdy, it will be best cleaned with a soft cloth and treated as such.
24February2009
Price: $29.50 each
Original Drawing in Hand-Made Frame - Day of the Dead Proposal
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Day of the Dead Figures
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Our friend from Ojinaga created this wonderful framed picture. The drawing is an original based on the famous Posada drawings that illustrated the Days of the Dead so marvelously. The drawing is in black, whites and greys, but lends itself to be highlighted with color if you chose.
The deep red frame is accented in metallic gold and measures 8-1/2 inches high (including the concha trim) by 6-5/8 inches wide and is 1 inch deep. The concha (curved part on top) measures about 1-1/4 inch high by 4-3/8 inches wide. All of these measurements are approximate as each is hand made from recycled Mexican fruit crates (rejas) and occasionally, of new wood.
The center of the concha features a small calaca, or Day of the Dead Skull fashioned from dental plaster, as the artist's wife is a dentist!
Of course, you can replace the picture with our own, or add some mementos to it and further embellish the frame. You might even choose to paint the image. Please be careful adding color - we're not sure if the black lines will bleed. Please make a test on the back before you try.
9August2009
Price: $24.00 Each
Wedding Slinger Catapult
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Lookout! Here comes the bride… and groom! With the Wedding Slinger, you can send tiny plastic newlyweds sailing through the air above the real happy couple on their way out of the church. Just load the 1-5/8 inch tall, plastic brides and grooms into the 5-3/4 inch long plastic catapult and pull the trigger. This is a great item for bachelorette parties or the big day. Four different mix and match figures are included to create your own couple.
Made in Taiwan or China
26July2009
Was: $5.50 Now: $4.50 Per Set
Sterling Silver Here's My Heart Necklace
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What a big statement this tiny heart makes! Encased in a sterling silver frame, a full-bodied gold plated heart tells the world that you love, are loved, in love and care. The little pendant measures 7/16 inch square and slides gently on an 18-inch sterling silver link chain.
Each necklace arrives gift boxed in a velvety pouch for safekeeping.
25July2009
Price: $42.00 each
Grow a New Husband
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Been married too long? Don't remember why you married him in the first place? Or, do you just want to tease your beloved? This might be a funny way!
In this little honey of a product, you'll find a new husband who doesn't have disgusting personal habits, doesn't dress like a slob, loves chick flicks, keeps his opinions (if he has any) to himself, and won't ask you how much your new pair of shoes cost. The front reads:
REMEMBER...MARRIAGE IS GRAND, BUT DIVORCE IS A HUNDRED GRAND!$$
Simply immerse your new groom in some room-temperature water and he will start growing right away - and, within 72 hours, he'll be 600% larger! Once he's removed from the water, he'll slowly shrink back to original size - marry him over and over again when you get tired of being alone.
Safe and non-toxic, but not meant for children under three.
Made in China
22July2009
Price: $2.75 each
Grow a New Wife
Been married too long? Don't remember why you married her in the first place? Or, do you just want to tease your beloved? This might be a funny way!
In this little honey of a product, you'll find a new wife who won't bother you during a game, won't run up your credit cards, won't talk too much, won't have a headache, no baggage and keeps her opinions (if she has any) to herself. The front reads:
Simply immerse your new bride in some room-temperature water and she will start growing right away - and, within 72 hours, she'll be 600% larger! Once she's removed from the water, she'll slowly shrink back to original size - marry her over and over again when you get tired of being alone.
Greeting Card - Two by Two
More Ducks
From that wonderful artist, Will Bullas, who has a unique eye for the best of animals, comes this delightful card for a wedding or a non-traditional union. We just love finding those special items that work for everyone!
Two happy ducks are leaving City Hall wing-in-wing ready to start a life together. The inside reads:
Congratulations on your union.
The card measures 5 by 6-3/4 and is accompanied by an appropriate white envelope.
12July2009
Vintage lacy Plastic Sweetheart Heart Cabochon
More Jewelry Components & Focal Points
Plastic and composition pieces were major components in jewelry in the mid-20th century. Probably beginning around the 1930s and 1940s. They were popularized by Hollywood heroines and continue to be popular for their stylized design and kitschy colors.
This sweet plastic (or celluloid) lacy heart pendant is exceptionally beautiful in its ivory color. Across the middle, in script, is written,
Sweetheart
This is probably from the late 1950s or early 1960s. There is a top hole if you care to attach a jump ring for hanging, or just use the opening in the heart itself. The front of the cabochon is loaded with detail - it almost looks like real lace! The heart measures approximately 1-3/4 by 1-13/16 inch.
11February2009
Vintage Item - Limited Availability
Price: $3.35 each
Art Postcard - Jumping for Joy
More Animals
Have you ever been as happy as these two kangaroos appear? We certainly hope so. We're not sure that anyone could see this card and not smile! And, we're not quite sure what they are doing, but it sure looks like fun!
Whether they be dancing, jumping or playing, we think this a great card to send off a simple congratulations on an engagement - or you might even choose it as a Save the Date card.
Printed in the Netherlands
16June2009
Silvery Nickel Wedding Milagro
We were excited to find this Silvery Nickel Wedding Milagro. Each milagro is hand-made and is approximately 1-1/2 inches wide by a bit over 2 inches tall.
Price: $5.25 each
Go Confidently in the direction of your dreams!
More Note Cards
More Graduation
As a youngster, I was fascinated with Henry David Thoreau. The thought of civil disobedience is exciting to anyone who might have a dream of his or her own, but his willingness to lead the life of his dreams at Walden Pond was more than an inspiration. Thoreau did graduate from Harvard and work at his father's pencil shop for a time as well.
Why not offer that same fascination to someone you love or who listens to you intently:
Go confidently in the direction of your dreams! Life the life you've imagined.
-Thoreau
The inside is blank for your additional message or simply your initials. Please remember that square greeting cards require extra postage.
12May2009
Art Postcard - Save the Date
From one of our favorite stationers, Stella Marrs, and designed by Sean Tejaratchi, this mid-20th century photo is reminiscent of a whole other way of living. But, weddings usually do bring a smile.
Save the date... ...and we'll live happily ever after!
This can be a kitschy and frugal way of asking your wedding guests to save the date. We think this would be just wonderful for an anniversary party, as well - especially for one of the milestones - 25th, 50th or 75th!
22December2007
Good Luck Box
Present the bride with a lucky sixpence or anyone with a lucky penny in this delightful little plastic screw-top box. The 30mm diameter makes it perfect as a small pill box as well! Or, if you're really lucky you can add the 4-leaf clover you've found! Of course, our 4-Leaf Clover Pocket Token inside will certainly make a great St. Patrick's Day present for someone who is a bit down!
Price: $6.95 each
Art Postcard - You Make My Heart Soar
Mini Flying Heart Ornament
Flying Heart Charm
Oh, the exhilaration of a new love! And, this card captures that feeling easily. A vintage style folk art heart with wings sits amidst a garden. On the back of the postcard, it reads:
You make my heart soar!
29November2008
Price: $1.50 Each
Lucky in Love Spinner Necklace
My Lucky Penny Necklace
Lucky In Love Charm Necklace
On one side of the pendant is a tattoo-style pair of hearts held together with Cupid's arrow and a banner emblazoned with the sentiment, True Love. On the other is a 4-Leaf Clover (tattoo-style) and Good Luck banner. But the fun part comes when you play with it. The outer circle of silver-plated metal remains static - and the little inner charm spins around. Maybe you're lucky or maybe you're in love, or just maybe - let's hope - you're lucky in love!
The entire pendant measures about 30mm in diameter and the spinner measures 18mm in diameter. Each necklace arrives on an 18-inch ball chain necklace.
Each side of the pendant is set in a bezel of white metal plated with antiqued sterling silver plate. An actual photograph is encapsulated in a washable, dry-cleanable, non-yellowing and non-scratch resin - creating a glowing almost 3-D effect.
Two necklaces shown for illustration.
28November2008
Shiny Copper Wedding Milagro
More Milagros, Talismans, Medals, Etc.
We were excited to find this Shiny Copper Wedding Milagro. Each milagro is hand-made and is approximately 1-1/2 inches wide by a bit over 2 inches tall.
These delightful milagros (miracles) make the perfect accent for any art project featuring love, marriage, engagements, weddings, anniversaries! In fact, similar milagros have been featured in the wedding specialty magazines. Consider them as lovely gifts for wedding attendants - that they can use for decorating their holiday trees!
Price: $6.50 each
Men's Wedding Retablo
Retablos are altars or shrines for contemplation, commemoration and sometimes for worship. This handsome retablo, is hand made and painted and the two figures inside are handmade as well. Surrounded by an arch of flowers or leaves, these gentlemen are celebrating their union, be it marriage or partnership.
The hinged doors close and open easily for either way of display. The entire outside is painted and decorated in a traditional Latin manner. You'll find this a very special gift for that very special couple for wedding, anniversary or other significant celebration.
Each retablo and the figures within differs from the next as these are artisan created works. The shrine itself measures about 4 by 7 inches. Please let us choose one for you.
Made in Peru or Mexico
Price: $32.50
Shall We Dance? Notecard
Book by Susan Mrosek
Susan Mrosek is the astonishing artist of these absolutely wonderful cards! Ah! Romance! The sentiment reads,
"Shall we dance?" he inquired, removing his hat. He was tall, thin and hollowly attractive. I said yes, and from that moment on, centered my attention on Samuel's feet. The dance never ended...we made it all the way to Beijing.
The wonderful print of the watercolor painting illustrates this so very expressively on the notecard, which of course is accompanied by an envelope.
23April2008
Sterling Silver Wedding Milagro
We were excited to find this Sterling Silver Wedding Milagro. Each milagro is hand-made and is approximately 1-1/2 inches wide by a bit over 2 inches tall.
Stretchy Eternal Bracelet
Our 3-strand beaded stretch bracelet is quite special. A combination of faceted acrylic crystals, seed beads and wooden beads is pretty enough. Hanging from the lovely trio of bracelets is a hammered-look disk that reads,
ETERNAL
The bracelet is one-size-fits-most and the silvery disk measures about 1-1/8 inch in diameter.
17SEptember2008
Price: $5.95 per bracelet Set
Elegant Greeting Card - When Love Speaks...
More Shakespeare
Deborah DeWit Marchant's artistic search began with photography and journal writing. Her photographs capture everyday scenes transformed by the light that fascinates her. This is so evident in this wonderful greeting card, appropriate for any time that love should be expressed.
The card not only features her photography, but it is elegantly accented by glittered and embossed floral edges. It reads:
When LOVE speaks, the voice of all the GODS makes heaven drowsy with HARMONY.
- Shakespeare
And on the inside:
With love. . .
The card measures 4-3/4 by 6-3/4 and is accompanied by a brightly colored envelope.
10September2008
Price: $4.00 Each
Papel Picado - Corazon - Amor (Love)
More Papel Picado & Other Garlands
Each of the 10 papel cut-outs is in the shape of a heart! How very special this is! It's perfect for any time you want to celebrate your love. This very sweet and festive banner is hand cut from red paper and white tissue in the traditional manner!
Typical of the traditional tissue paper cuttings, this intricately cut banner averages about 13 feet long. Each panel is about 10 by 11 inches.
Perfect for anyone you love - for Valentine's Day, Anniversaries or just because!
6September2008
Price: $8.20 per Banner
One Dozen White Calla Lilies
These delicate little flowers (less than 1/2 inch each) are hand made in the traditional fashion of hardened dough (migajon). The white calla lily is prevalent in Latin American art, favored by the masters as well as today's artists and artisans alike.
El Valiente y La Catrina (The Brave & the Beautiful)
More Nichos
This wonderful nicho houses the brave and the beautiful (a strong man, represented with a knife and his love, a beautiful woman). The figures inside the nicho are hand-sculpted and painted. The nicho itself is hand made tin, and then it is hand painted with brightly-colored details.
The words at the top vary (either El Valiente y La Dama or El Valiente y La Catrina). There are some other variations as well, each is more interesting than the next! It measures about 8 inches wide by 8 inches tall.
Hecho a Mano en México
2NOvember2006
Price: $46.50 Each
Six-Strand Golden Hearts Bracelet
Our 6-strand silver beaded stretch bracelet is accented with charms and beads representing deities and spirits, hearts, coins and symbols. The strands are tied together with a removable red satin ribbon. This is a wonderfully elegant set of bracelets - wear them or take them apart for some truly charming components for your artwork.
This lovely set is perfect for the romantic at heart. They are also lovely gifts for those who work in cardiac care! My Mom was in the hospital not too long ago and wore a similar bracelet set and gave away one bracelet at a time to those who were kind to her! What a great idea, Mom!
Price: $10.95 per bracelet Set
Silvery Nickel Men's Wedding Milagro
More Ornaments
It is so difficult to find appropriate gifts for same sex unions. We were excited to find this Silvery Nickel Wedding Milagro for a male couple. Each milagro is hand-made and is approximately 1-1/2 inches wide by a bit over 2 inches tall.
Price: $5.45 each
Gay and Lesbian Weddings: Planning the Perfect Same-Sex Ceremony
Comprehensive, fresh, and entertaining, Gay and Lesbian Weddings covers everything you need to know to plan the wedding of your dreams. This 240-page paperback book has been hailed by wedding planners and participants alike
Unlike other wedding planners, this one tackles the issues that heterosexual couples never had to consider. For instance, do you come out to Aunt Gloria before she receives the invitation and the shock of her life? Which father of the bride pays for a lesbian wedding? Who walks down the aisle first? Is it possible for members of the wedding party to be happy with what you force them to wear? (Okay, this is a universal problem.)
Step-by-step and down-to-earth, Gay and Lesbian Weddings includes invaluable advice on
the changing laws regarding gay marriage in the United States and abroad; the differences among domestic partnerships, civil unions, and marriage
budget concerns: choosing your ideal wedding size and style
finding gay-friendly printers, photographers, gift registries, caterers, florists (actually, if you find a gay-hostile florist, we’d love to hear about it)
ethnic, theme, and destination weddings
keeping the honey in the honeymoon
sex—including how to keep the heat after the wedding night, as well as the facts on fidelity (can the two be linked?)
Plus: a handy Wedding Countdown Calendar, website resources, and true stories from same-sex couples who’ve gotten hitched without a hitch Gay and Lesbian Weddings gives you straight talk (so to speak) with equal parts information, flair, and fabulousness!
Regular Price: $16.95 Our Price: $11.25
Tiny Sand Castle Party Favor or Token
More Sand and Sea
Cast in pewter, this terrific little pocket sand castle is perfect of a memory box or assemblage about a favorite beach vacation. We like it too, to represent castles in the sky. Best of all, these make great little party favors or wedding favors for a Renaissance wedding!
31August2008, Updated 21September2011
Price: $1.95 each
Smashed Penny Good for a Hug and a Kiss!
More Smashed Pennies - Lord's Prayer and Serenity Prayer
This special little penny will make your sweetheart (present or potential) smile, for sure. It reads.:
Good for a Hug and a Kiss Anytime ... Anywhere xxx ooo
There are several little hearts impressed into the penny, too!
28August2008
Day of the Dead Novios in Canoe with Grim Reaper
More Items of the Sea & Water
These novios embark upon a life anew. Some have brought their pet dogs, others a valise (is it empty?). Still others are alone with the Grim Reaper as their gondolier.
Just like the rest of our Day of the Dead Figurines, each of these Muertos is hand sculpted and painted by traditional artisans in Mexico. The vignette measures just a bit over 3 inches high. Please let us choose one for you.
Price: $22.50 each
Day of the Dead Wedding Matchbox Shrine
This little matchbox shrine features a Bride and Groom holding hands. These are quite special as they are a mini Day of the Dead Couple. This little work of art has been painstakingly crafted from a matchbox as well as a bit of plaster (usually made of potato starch and gypsum). It has been and traditionally painted in finely detailed vibrant colors.
Please allow for variation in painting and in the couple, as each of these little retablos is handmade, and measures approximately 3 inches high by by 1-3/4 inch wide when the doors are closed. When the doors are open, the width is about 3-1/4 inches.
4June2008
Price: $8.45 each
5 Simple Rules for Happiness - Pocket Charms
Follow these rules, and you'll surely be on your way to happiness - if you're not already. Or, share one with a friend. You can even string them on a silken cord to create a necklace or add one to a charm bracelet or put one your pocket on the days you need a reminder. We think these little silvery rectangular charms are lovely in a notions dish upon your dresser.
1. Free your heart from hatred. 2. Free your mind from worries. 3. Live simply. 4. Give more. 5. Expect less.
Just the thought is a treasure in itself! They arrive in a silver organdy bag with a romance card so you can easily share them as a gift of inspiration to the souls nearest you.
Price: $11.95 per set
Hand Watercolored Greeting Card - may our hands...
More Peaceful Gifts
SilverCrow Creations is proud to offer this wonderful work of art that disguises itself as a note card! Created by J.Stone Cards, one by one, each card measures 3-3/4 by 7-1/4 inches, and is individually hand painted in watercolor, then hand-glittered on elegant 100% cotton cream colored card stock with a matching envelope.
The elegant metamorphosis in this painting is unusual and alluring. The peace dove's wing is made of feathers and the other is a human hand. Or, is the hand turning toward peace? Today's world, like any other time, needs such messages as this:
may our hands work toward peace, never harm. may each one of our hands create love - forevermore...
You'll rest assured that your missive will be treasured for years to come when sent inside one of these beautiful works of art
Each J. Stone card/verse/design etc is registered by COPYRIGHT and by TRADEMARK. Federal Law and Good Karma prohibit you from duplicating any of this without explicit permission from J Stone Cards, Inc.
Hand Painted, Glittered & Lettered in USA
29May2008
Price: $4.00 each
Hand-Glittered Embossed Die Cut Reproduction - Birds & Baskets of Flowers
More Scraps
We were lucky enough to find these hand-glittered scraps for your pleasure. These have been retired or discontinued by the manufacturer in England. They are reproductions of vintage die cut chromolithograph scraps from the early twentieth century lovely doves and flowers. We're especially fond of the lilies of the valley. These images make the scraps particularly effective for wedding projects.
The scrap relief sheet is approximately 9 inches by 7 inches, ready for you to clip and use in your artwork. And each sheet is artfully embossed and hand-glittered to accent the expert die cutting - so well done, that very little trimming is necessary.
Made in England
Price: $4.25 each
Vintage-Style International Heart Pendant
More Necklaces & Pendants
More Valentines & Love
What fun these hearts are. Sending a one-world message, our International Hearts pendants are mad of a brass base, then plated in a brass oxidized finish. Each of the messages etched in many character styles and languages says,
I Love You
Too big for a charm, the pendant measures about 1-13/16 inch wide by 1-7/8 high (including the loop).
The vintage look is created by a combination of the oxidation and the etching.
20April2008
Old Fashioned Heart Pocket Token
More Pocket Tokens & Coins
Cast in pewter, each of these precious old-fashioned hearts send the reminder to keep our love near. Wonderful for wedding favors, Valentine gifts, or just because...
P1ice: $1.75 each
Shoot for the Stars Arrow Pin with Crystals & Pearls from Maximal Art by John Wind
More Pins and Brooches
What better message for anyone on a new adventure - whether it be retirement, graduation, a new job, marriage, or, even divorce!
This gorgeous piece reads
Shoot for the stars!
It measures about 2-7/8 inches long by about 1/2 inch wide. The golden base features crystals and pearls adding to the elegance that is standard with John Wind's jewelry pieces.
Like all Maximal Art jewelry, this sprightly brooch is designed by artist John Wind. This wonderful design features vintage style art, 14 karat gold plating and, of course, the Austrian crystals and glass pearls.
Each brooch arrives in a lovely Maximal Art gift bag and is certain to charm even the most discerning eye! Many Maximal Art pieces become collectible as they retire.
6March2008
Price: $45.00 each
Day of the Dead Wedding Couple with Cake
Our delightful Day of the Dead Muertos Couple is about to cut their multi-tier wedding cake. This charming couple's wedding vignette is entirely sculpted by hand and and painted, too! The bride's gown and veil are hand made as well. The entire piece measures about 6 inches high and a bit over 3 inches wide and about 2-1/2 inches from front to back.
Just like the rest of our Day of the Dead images, each of these little Muertos is hand sculpted and painted by traditional artisans. Each set is a bit different, so please let us choose a set for you.
1February2008
Price: $21.25 per Couple
Large Red Dresden Heart
More Dresdens
This is a heavy weight cardstock embossed shiny red Dresden Heart just waiting for you to trim it - to use in your holiday crafts and other artwork. Long used for embellishing ornaments and glued to other paper scraps and decoupage projects, this lovely heart can be used as the base for an ornament or Valentine décor, as well!
The embossing is smooth and rounded - perfect for a heart. Each heart is already individually cut and ready to use - no additional trimming is necessary! These are new but are made in the same fashion as they have been for many, many decades! Each heart measures 2-5/8 inches high by 2-3/4 inches wide.
Made in Germany
4February2008
Price: $2.00 each
I Dominate my Man Spiritual Soap
More Bath and Bathing
There are many soaps that accept and transfer the spiritual significance of the herbs and flowers with which they are scented. After cleansing the spirit and body with a traditional mineral bath, these special soaps are used for washing the hands and perhaps the body.
We, of course, cannot guarantee that this will work, but the JABON Yo Domino a mi Hombre is created in Mexico for such a spell of submission. Use it traditionally, or as a gift or party favor for a bachelorette party, or for the newly divorced.
The ingredients are: base soap, glycerin, fragrance, bioxido of titanio, bhtedta, fd&c, Yellow No. 5.
13May2006
Price: $4.75 per bar
Teeny Tiny Plastic Wedding Couple
These tiny folks have just married and are ready to top a teeny tiny cake. The groom measures just 1 inch high. This little couple is just right for a mini shrine or memory box. You'll see this same couple used in the making of amulets and talismans, as well.
The price is right for making wedding or engagement party favors, too!
28October2007
Price: 38¢ each
Close-Up of Front & Back
The Queen of Hearts Commemorative Paper Crown
More Crowns
Reign over Wonderland or celebrate a special occasion with our spectacular Queen of Hearts Commemorative Paper Crown. Glittered, beribboned and printed with our unique presentation certificate on the back that is ready to be personalized. If wearing this crown does not inspire all to hail the Queen, then, it's off with their heads!
Your crown arrives flat with silken ribbons for tying. It measures 18 by 6-1/2 inches.
30June2007
Price: $17.50 each
Seal of Venus Amulet Pendant
More Amulets & Milagros
This gold-plated seal represents a couple united. Also, represented is a cow and other symbols. Venus, well known as the goddess of the love and the beauty. She represents art, poetry, music, beauty as well as love and marriage. According to legend, this talisman or amulet will help you to put you in accordance with universal love to be able so that you might be able to benefit from its power. It measures about 1 by 1-1/4 inch.
This amulet is intended for your entertainment and pleasure. We cannot guarantee any supernatural or magical powers to come from this lovely pendant. The information we are providing is from research into the folklore, magical writings and religious writings from many sources.
Made in USA or Imported
03June2007, Updated 20November2010
Price: $3.25 each
Old Fashioned Festooning - Ivory
More Garlands, Banners and Festooning
You'll think of oh, so many things to do with this sweet fringed tissue trim with touches of acetate to add some flair. You'll get 25 feet of crepe tissue fringe is just waiting for your imagination to make its possibilities into a fun reality!
Use it in lieu of, or in addition to ribbon on gifts and the receiver will be absolutely delighted. Or, hang it up as you would any streamer or crepe paper for festive décor!
Wrap it around a paper nut cup or party hat and you'll have a lovely party favor.
Any of the colors is wonderful on its own - but when you combine them, a spontaneous party should appear!
Price: $3.59 Per Roll
Smooth Liso Heart Nicho
More Nichos & Shadowboxes
The smooth surface on this special nicho makes it easy to adorn - you can paint it with metal paints or apply decorative metal techniques - punch with an awl, use metal stamps and more. Add mementos, photos, icons or whatever you can imagine. Because each nicho is hand made, please allow for slight differences as each is its own work of art, made by traditional artisans.
This nicho features a heart window and a door that opens from the back. It measures about 5-1/2 inches high.
16May2008
Price: $14.85 Each
Papel Picado - Amor (Love)
Each of the 10 papel cut-outs features love-themed designs such as hearts, flowers, Viva el Amor, and more. This wonderfully festive banner is hand cut from deep red paper - the color of love!
Typical of the traditional tissue paper cuttings, ours is a deep red banner and averages about 13 feet long. Each panel is about 9 by 14 inches.
28April2007
Price: $9.50 per Banner
Romantic Cowboy Treasure Box
More Boxes & Containers
More American West
This lovely burnished square cameo features a romantic cowboy and cowgirl - she climbing up to meet him. This is a truly striking gift, made in the style of old, with antiqued brass framing the lovely image. It is about the size of a pill box, so you might hold your treasures in it, or, alas, use it for the occasional aspirin as you await your dreams.
Inside is an old-fashioned romance card, reading:
May all your dreams come true.
This makes it seem particularly the perfect gift for a girlfriend who has finally met the man of her dreams - or, of course, vise-versa.
4May2007, Updated 11February2009
Close-Up with Measurement
Large Day of the Dead Novios
For a more striking statement, SilverCrow's large Wedding Couple is just the right thing! Hand-made by talented artists in Mexico, the figurine is created from the traditional plaster clay or papier mâché. The bride's gown is tulle-covered cotton and accented with glittery designs. Her veil is of the same lovely tulle. Both bride and groom have attractive cotton hair as well.
And, what a perfect presentation these Novios (Newlyweds) make for bridal shower. Or, use it as a wedding cake topper.
hecho en Mexico
Price: $24.75 per couple
Ducks in Bed Enclosure Card
This is a honeymoon couple of a different sort - our two ducks are enjoying breakfast in bed and they look as happy as can be! This sweet enclosure card (not for mailing) is the perfect size for a note to be delivered with your gift - for the couple hosting a party, for a wedding, shower, or even a get-well when both are overcoming the flu!
24February2007
Price: $1.50 each
Four-Leaf Clover Token
More Good Luck
More St. Patrick's Day
Now you can help anyone find a 4-Leaf Clover! If you or a friend needs a bit more Lock o' the Irish, this little token (about 1 inch by 3/4 inch) just might be the good fortune that works.
We certainly can't promise that you'll win the Irish Sweepstakes or the Lottery, but, we can promise that it will bring a smile to your face each time you find it in your wallet, pocket or desk.
These make delightful wedding favors, St Patrick's Day tokens of affection for your friends and loved ones, for just about any occasion!
Delightful Handmade Little Paper Roses - All in White
Also Available as a Mixed Color Bouquet
Each gorgeous little bouquet contains 12 hand-made miniature all-white paper roses. No two bouquets are the same because no two roses are the same. These are made with love and care by artisans in Mexico for celebrations such as the Day of the Dead.
How wonderful these are for wedding favors, for a First Communion, or, of course, for an all-white Day of the Dead display.
The tiny stems are wrapped and some even have extra leaves. We have shown several dozen in the picture for illustration only. These are individual roses that may be easily removed from the bouquet by untwisting the stems. Most buds are about 1/2 to 3/4 inch wide.
Made by Hand in Mexico
3February2007
Price: $3.45 per dozen
Heart-Shaped Hot Water Bottle with Linen Sleeve
More Get Well Items
Warm your heart or someone else's with this delightful turn on the ever-so-useful hot water bottle. This is a fully functional soft rubber hot water bottle - ready to use - just add the water. Then tuck it inside it's lovely linen cover and cinch up the tie to protect that sensitive skin. The bottle measures about 8-1/2 inches long by 8 inches wide.
10August2008
Price: $16.50 Each
A Hundred Wishes - White with Red Bow
Available in Pink and in Blue
More Decorative Tags
What would you do with a hundred wishes? Each roll has one hundred WISH tickets tied with a tag announcing what you would do with them:
If I had a hundred wishes I would give them all to you
This tiny roll of real tickets makes an excellent party favor or unusual gift for someone special. These are white, but they are also available in Pink and in Blue. A perfect gift for your Valentine, on that special day - or, to make any day special. We think they'd make a great wedding or graduation gift as well!
Of course, what better addition than these to a birthday scrapbook?
31January2007
Price: $8.50 per Roll
Los Mestizos Shrine-in-a-Box kit
The above illustration contains parts of all the styles listed below, to illustrate variety. Each Kit contains one style only (so parts will vary according to style.
More Kits
Are we ever excited to offer you these exceptional Shrine Kits! They were created for us by Los Mestizos - the world-famous Chicano folk art team of Kathy Cano-Murillo (The Crafty Chica) and her husband Patrick Murillo.
Each kit is hand-assembled by Los Mestizos and includes just about everything you need to create a personal shrine:
Unfinished wooden box with closure (assorted styles, shapes and sizes) or Wooden altar nicho (assorted styles)
Instructions for creating your personal shrine
Full-color image in your choice of theme
Generous festive bag of specially selected embellishments:
* decorative scrapbook & crepe papers
* loteria images and cards
* bottle cap, skulls & a Mexican milagro
* mini silk flowers & other greenery
* glitter, sequins & colorful trimmings
* and a few surprises!
SilverCrow's original Shrine Kit makes a great accompaniment to your Shrine-in-a-Box Kit...with additional supplies and embellishments.
If you want to be sure to make spectacular shrines for you and those you love, be sure to get a copy of Kathy's Book Making Shadow Boxes and Shrines from Amazon.
We have added the wooden box to the original set created by Los Mestizos. Now you can make 2 (or more) shrines or remembrance boxes.
Assembled in USA of USA & Imported Parts
20July2007 Updated
Price: $26.50 per Kit
Kit Theme: Day of the Dead Muertos Frida Kahlo Gato (Cat) Muerto Loteria Mano Poderosa Novela (Romantic Mexican Graphic Novel) Perro (Dog) Muerto Romantic Novios (Newlyweds) Señorita (Mexican Cowgirl) Virgen de Guadalupe
This is My Wish for You
Frequently one wishes to say to another, "I wish you the best of everything." This book delivers this message with power and sincerity. Welleran Poltarnees has taken Charles Snell's text and selected a painting or illustration for each wish, giving additional life to an already marvelous text.
We assert, without exaggeration, that this is the nearly perfect gift book. It is the smaller hardcover version of a book with the same title, measuring 4-1/2 by 6-1/2 inches.
This is a book created to be given. At its center is a poem by Charles Snell which was written for, and published in, 1914 as a small gift book. In it the giver, in a series of concrete images, extends the recipient many good wishes.
In the 48-page volume, Snell's words are presented within borders made by Daniel Maclise for a book entitled Moore's Irish Melodies, published in 1846. Selected images accompany each wish. These are made by a great variety of painters and illustrators, and range over more than 150 years.
This Is My Wish for You is in the tradition of ancient blessings, in which one tries, through the power of language, to throw a mantle of protection and beneficence over the receiver.
Printed in USA or Imported
30January2007
Price: $8.95 Each
Art Postcard - Kisses
We just love old-style reproductions - and this wonderful postcard is just that! The color combination is rich and in the vintage style as are the illustrations of kissing pairs - from couples and lovers to parent and child.
17anuary2007
365 Days of Happiness
Inspired by rare ephemera, these wondrous certificates are printed on parchment paper using an old-fashioned plate stamping process over metallic Antique-Gold ink. These charming reproduction certificates are reproduced from the originals circulated in 1882! Each is made with the original in mind, replicating the rich vintage texture you'd expect of something so special created so long ago!
Just fill in the date, sign it, then bestow happiness and good fortune on friends, family, coworkers or even perfect strangers. Not only will the recipient be pleased, but, you'll surely celebrate your own happiness as you present each certificate.
The certificates measure 8-1/4 by 3-1/2 inches.
30December2006
one half-dozen certificates
Price: $9.50 per package
Art Postcard - Your Future Wife
In the style of Arcade Cards of old, this great postcard makes a wonderful prediction. Arcade Cards like these were all the rage in the early to mid-20th century - everyone would just love a glimpse of the future. The comments are always double-entendres, hinting at your love life. So, husbands-to-be, here is YOUR FUTURE WIFE and future child:
YOUR FUTURE WIFE will be an artist. She will like your "profile" and say "yes." You will then become her "model." She is a lover of "still life" but should you forget your "manly graces" and become an "animated cartoon" there is liable to be a "bust." That one little statute of yours may look rather smudgy, but you will love it all the more.
15January2007
Art Postcard - Your Future Husband
In the style of Arcade Cards of old, this great postcard makes a wonderful prediction. Arcade Cards like these were all the rage in the early to mid-20th century - everyone would just love a glimpse of the future. The comments are always double-entendres, hinting at your love life. So, wives-to-be, here is YOUR FUTURE HUSBAND and your future children:
YOUR FUTURE HUSBAND will be an aviator, a high flier and a champion parachute jumper. No use taking your roller skates or mad money when you go joy-riding with him because you can't get out and walk. If he should go into a "tail spin" you can pull a "side slip." You should wear a parachute because he will keep you up in the clouds most of the time, but you will be happy with your two eaglets.
Art Postcard - Le Langage du Coeur (Language of the Heart))
The story of life as told by the heart - that's the beauty of this reproduction of an old-time French Postcard! It seems that everything finally works out between the lovers - the center of the card shows the two hearts combined with the banner:
Then the story goes:
The style of the art is old-fashioned, but the story rings true in any generation!
4November2006
Traditional Wedding Tree of Life Candle Holder - Adam and Eve
Mini Tree of Life Candle Holder
More Candles & Candle Holders
Traditional artisans in Izucar originally crafted these very special ceramic candle holders as votive offerings for prayer - usually in church.
Hand-made and painted Tree of Life candelabras depicting the Garden of Eden are still a customary wedding gift.
Because these are each handmade, they will vary, making yours absolutely unique. It measures about 9 inches high, and at the widest point, about 9 inches wide.
The candelabra is crafted for standard tapers, but traditional beeswax candles will be lovely in it as well. (You might have to shave or re-shape the candles a bit, depending on the type you use). We think it is quite attractive with no candles at all!
The artisan painting is finely detailed and absolutely wonderful!
Hand Made in Mexico
17NOvember2006
Price: $42.50 Each
Art Postcard - 1949 - Paris - Papa et Maman
Oh, that love endures everywhere as it does in Paris! This touching photograph of long-time companions conjures a myriad of histories that might be theirs. From 1949 Paris, this tender scene was captured for many lifetimes for us all to dream by photographer Jacques-Henri Lartigue.
30June2006
Hand Made Flying Heart Tin Ornament
Our striking tin ornament is cut by hand in Mexico and then hand embossed and painted. Technically, it is a Christmas ornament, but we think it is perfect for anytime. Each is different (but the painting and design are similar) as the ornaments are wrought by artisans who treasure the artistry of generations of Mexican craftsmen. The ornaments are about 6-1/2 inches wide, but, because they are handmade, they will vary somewhat in size.
Handmade in Mexico
2July2006
Price: $8.00 each
Ceramic Day of the Dead Wedding Couple
Standing only about 2-3/4 inches high, this delightfully happy wedding pair is hand-painted and hand-fired ceramic made in Cusco, Peru, famous for such lovely glazed pottery. The forms are simple but elegantly representative of the classic Day of the Dead Muertos.
10May2006, updated 21July2009
Price: $10.15 per couple
Package of 5 Mixed Hearts
Just what you need when you decided to give your heart away! This set of heart tokens is elegantly made and looks sweet in a small crystal dish. Or, carry them in your pocket or purse to give to someone who might need a touch of love.
The five hearts vary in size, dimension, shape and surface, making quite a statement.
20October2006
Price: $9.95 Mixed Set of 5 Hearts
Handmade Amulet for Luck and Love
More Amulets & Shrine Items
This large Mexican packet amulet is decorated with so very many meaningful items that it is hard to describe! The centerpiece is a herradura (magnetic horseshoe) wrapped with colorful rayon thread. Round, flower and leaf sequins are spread throughout. The horseshoe faces downward in the middle of the red paper covered heart. It frames a holy picture of San Martin Caballero the patron of luck and money. Wooden crosses are at each of the top corners.
This special amulet also contains wheat stalks, golden threads and seeds. The small packet covered in velvet usually contains wheat seeds or grain, representing gold dust - or, seeds of the Job's tears plant for protection.
Each of these 6-inch high amulets is basically the same, but, of course, because they are each hand-made, you can rest assured that each is also unique, and the maker affixes a special stamped paper on the back with spiritual images specific to that maker. The entire piece is covered with vinyl film and arrives with a hanging string.
This makes a lovely engagement or wedding gift, offering protection for the new couple. Of course, we cannot promise that it does have powers, but oftentimes, belief is what is most powerful.
3May2006
Price: $10.25 each
Sixpence Coin - for Luck and Good Wishes
Long associated with a bride's good fortune, the sixpence is a coin of the British Empire. It was introduced in 1551 to represent 6 pennies. The last of the sixpence coins was produced in 1967.
Superstition was widespread in Medieval times. Almost every part of life was controlled by evil spirits, that needed to be assuaged. Talismans and tokens, including lucky coins, were the most popular of the amulets in use. Because they especially felt the presence of the spirits during ceremonies, many of these traditions have continued today.
Traditionally a gift of silver was made from the groom to the bride, and a sixpence (then totally made of silver), came to represent this token - and was usually included as a part of the bride's dowry - now making the gift from bride to groom!
The sixpence is now a symbol of good luck for any occasion, but especially for a wedding:
Something old Something new Something borrowed Something blue And a sixpence in her shoe
Start a new tradition in your family and use the same coin for your daughter's (or daughter-in-law's) slipper as you wore in your wedding!
Our sixpence are authentic and arrive in a decorative bag for a special presentation. Most are from the reign of Elizabeth II (1953-1967, when the last was made). Of course, each coin is different, so please let us choose one for you.
Made in Great Britain
Price: $6.00 each
Book of the Kiss
The Book of the Kiss is a collection of quotes from various writers from D.H. Lawrence to H.G. Wells relating to the ever-popular kiss. This short book is illustrated with several fine eighteenth century engravings. Printed throughout on recycled paper in three colors, it is finished off with a red satin ribbon tied in a bow on the cover to give that final touch of quality. This delightful 14-page paper book arrives in its specially printed envelope.
There is nothing wrong in kissing once: it's the second time that counts from The Spanish Jade by Maurice Hewlett
A man may sometimes be forgiven the kiss to which he is not entitled, but never the kiss he has not the initiative to claim.
from The Heart of Marylebone by Handasyde
Printed in England
Price: $8.75 Each
Love, Courtship and Marriage, Or, How to Win a Lover
This delightful oversized booklet was originally printed around 1880. It has been reproduced in such a charming format: together with an envelope and pink ribbon hand-tied about the spine. Though social etiquette has changed over the years the principles of successful relationships remain the same today. The language of flowers is also covered, a much neglected subject. Each paper booklet measures 19 by 13 centimeters; the envelope, 16.2 by 21.5 centimeters.
Price: 8.75
Artists' Artistamps - Doisneau - Baisser (The Kiss)
Robert Doisneau is celebrated as one of France's most outstanding photographers. His black and white photos are at once modest and meaningful. He was especially fascinated with the joys and sorrows and excitement of daily life, needing rarely to stage his photographs. Such a scene, an impromptu kiss between lovers is the subject of this sheet of artistamps. Unlike many of our other sheets, all six stamps are of the same image.
Presented in 5 by 6 inches sheets of 6 stamps each, with water-activated adhesive in the fashion of traditional postage. Each Artistamp is approximately 1-9/16 by 2 inches.
Please remember that these are faux postes and not to be used to replace the true postage necessary for mailing!
Imprimée en France
Price: $3.25 per sheet of 6
Golden Dresden Happy Anniversary - Package of 5
More Anniversary
Such a lovely script and perfect way to add that special touch to an anniversary card, or for individual place settings. Although the golden color suggests a Golden Wedding Anniversary, the sentiment is generic enough for use on any anniversary - wedding, recovery, work seniority, etc.
Our embossed die cuts are superbly cut from golden foiled paper and will make delightful embellishments for any project - special place settings, invitations, cards, thank yous, etc.
They are skillfully crafted in the Victorian tradition, but are brand new.
Made in Japan
Limited Availability - No Longer Produced
Price: $2.75 Per Package
Golden Dresden Best Wishes - Package of 5
For the bride, for a birthday, or just because, our Best Wishes golden Dresden die cut is just the perfect touch to your place settings, cards, or gifts.
How lovely an idea, to wish some one the best and to hope their best wishes com true!
Price: $2.50 per Package
VooDooBaby™ Stuck On You!
Can you not bear any moment of separation? Cast this spell on you and your loved one, you will be inseparable.. The couple measures about 2-1/2 inches tall and 1-1/2 inch wide and is 100% hand-made!
Each VooDoo Baby Stuck on You is hand-writhed from a single string of cotton thread. Amazingly, there is no wire inside the doll to support the structure. The creation of each VooDooBaby takes not only excellent artisanship, but also a great deal of attention, patience and care. The are an expression of imagination, creativity and appreciation and are not for real and possess no curse effect whatsoever - but wouldn't it be nice if they could?
28May2006
Price: $9.95 Set of 2 (Connected)
Shiny Copper Women's Wedding Milagro
It is so difficult to find appropriate gifts for same sex unions. We were excited to find this Shiny Copper Wedding Milagro for a female couple. Each milagro is hand-made and is approximately 1-1/2 inches wide by a bit over 2 inches tall.
Large Day of the Dead Boda Diablos (Wedding Devils)
More Devils, Diablos & Krampuses
For the engaged couple who has everything: our Boda Diablo Pair. Much like the Day of the Dead Muertos, our devil couple is traditionally made by Mexican artisans of papier mâché, clay, paper and fabric (don't forget the glittery gown). Of course, every couple is different because of the hand crafting. Our Boda Diablos are about 6-1/2 inches high and are standing steady on their hand-made base.
And, what a perfect presentation this Diablo Bride and Groom would make for bridal shower. Or, certainly it can be used as a wedding cake topper.
SilverCrow Classic, Updated 4February2011
Price: $22.50 Per Vignette
Golden Brass Wedding Milagro
We were excited to find this Golden Brass Wedding Milagro. Each milagro is hand-made and is approximately 1-1/2 inches wide by a bit over 2 inches tall.
SilverCrow Classic, Updated 25September2010
Art Postcard - Mommy and Daddy are Getting Married
So many times each of us does something out of order - according to the "norm" - if there is a norm! This art post card by Stella Marrs, may be tongue in cheek, but how perfect for an informal invitation or announcement for one such occasion!
Price: $1.25 each
Shiny Silvery Nickel Women's Wedding Milagro
More Weddings, Engagements & Anniversaries
It is so difficult to find appropriate gifts for same sex unions. We were excited to find this Shiny Nickel Wedding Milagro for a female couple. Each milagro is hand-made and is approximately 1-1/2 inches wide by a bit over 2 inches tall. This lovely milagro will stay silvery as nickel is resistant to tarnish. The nickel allows much the same look as sterling silver without the higher price tag.
Chinese Chop - Harmony
All of SilverCrow's Chops & Hankos
What better message for today - HARMONY! SilverCrow's hand-carved Chinese chop set arrives in a beautiful green brocade case with your soapstone Chinese seal carved with the characters meaning HARMONY.
What a lovely engagement or wedding gift for an artist friend!
Accompanying each set is a traditional porcelain covered dish of red tael ink.
Of course, each seal is a bit different as the artisan carved each by hand. We are certain that you'll be as charmed by your seal as we are.
The image is about 7/8 inch square with a hand-carved square as its perimeter.
You'll find this wonderful one as a gift for yourself or someone who is quite dear to you.
Made In China
Price: $27.50 set
Art Postcard - No More Nights in the Alley
Is this a happy situation for the kitty or not? We just love her gown and veil, à la Frida, bedecked in daisies and lace. What fun to tease a new bride-to-be!
This tongue-in-cheek image is by Stella Marrs, known for her cheeky portrayal of contemporary subjects with vintage and new images!
We're sure this bride will make you smile!
Art Postcard - Les Oiseaux (Georges Braque)
More Blackbirds, Crows & Ravens
We suspect these aren't crow or ravens, but, we'd like to pretend anyway. Simply called The Birds, this classic image by Georges Braque was originally created in 1953. Still modern even 50 years later, you'll surely find this a striking image.
The Wedding Game - Circa 1880 Reproduction
More Playing Cards
More Victorian
This enchanting playing card game is a fine quality reproduction of a splendid set from around 1880, hardly seen for decades! Such a beautifully illustrated parlor game of simpler times is a welcome relief from the overly violent electronic games of today. The gentle games of the past were designed to stimulate the mind and improve memory and math skills.
The Wedding Game was originally published in 1880. This charming card game chronicles a Bride and Groom's trip to the altar. As in any wedding, players pay and receive according to directions, along the way finding bridesmaids, groomsmen, the Parson and a clerk - all the while avoiding the Lawyer, the Bride's Aunt and a rejected suitor.
If the Lawyer is encountered during the game, the wedding is postponed! It seems that very little has changed in the last century or so!
The game comes in a beautiful slipcase box that is embellished with hand-applied iridescent glitter and tied with a satin ribbon bow. The 3-1/2 by 4-3/4 inch cards are produced in a style evocative of pastel lithographs of their original day. There are 24 character cards, charmingly illustrated and 25 pay cards.
Consider this lovely deck as an excellent bridal shower game or wedding table favor! What fun for an anniversary - a pleasant way to reminisce.
Price: $20.95 Per Pack
Mini Day of the Dead Figure - Bride
More Day of the Dead Characters
More Brides & Other Wedding Stuff
Our lovely bride is so demure in her lace veil and long white dress.
We think she would make a wonderful bridal shower, wedding or anniversary gift.
Just like the rest of our Day of the Dead Figurines, she is hand sculpted and painted by traditional artisans in Mexico. She measures between 2-1/2 - 3 inches high.
Price: $6.25 each
Beaded Organdy Heart Bag with Tassel
Our fancy heart shaped bag is made of a heavy slightly metallic pink organdy material. Each bag features a tassel at the bottom and a satin flower with glass bead bangles attached just below the satin ribbon pull which ends with two round glass beads. The inside bag is about 5-1/2 inches by 5 inches. The whole bag measures 10 inches from the top to the bottom of the tassel.
Although designed as a gift bag, we think it would be perfect for bridesmaids!
Price: $5.75
Mini Straw Broom - Traditional Mexican Bridal Shower Party Favor
This little broom is just perfect for a kitchen shrine or other special memory box. Made from a toothpick and stray it is tied with wire just like the real full-sized thing!
Brush away the dust of life and start anew.
Of course, because these are made by hand, there will be slight variation.
9August2011
Hand-Made Fickle Heart Maraca Noisemaker
More Music
Shake things up with these fabulous maracas! Hand-painted in China, our Fickle Heart is irresistible! Each is skillfully made of papier mâché by talented artisans.
You'll get two for one in this delightful maraca. Our two-faced fickle heart smiles broadly - professing love - flip it over and the indecisive (or is it surprise?) face takes over. This delightful maraca is adorned with pink feathers and is just perfect!
Their intended use is obvious, but we know you'll have a clever way of using them - use one as a center of an assemblage or now you'll have a special head for a fantastic art doll.
Two maracas are shown to illustrate the two sides!
Hand Made in China
Limited Availability, Discontinued by Manufacturer
Price: $18.50 each
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