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Greyhound Carousel Die Cut Note Card

Merry-go-round animals were often very beautiful, so stunningly painted. The finest were made in America in the first two decades of the 20th century. They were carved in wood and elaborately painted. Carousel animals have great appeal for many of us, not only for their lifelikeness and artistry, but also because they remind us of the freshness of childhood.

It is, and was, a wonderful thing to be able to safely ride on the back of a wondrous greyhound such as this lovely fellow.

Ungreeted inside, this clever notecard features a three-panel card. The die cut greyhound folds forward, the next background panel lifts up and the back panel features a blank area for your own note. The 7 by 5 inch card is accompanied by a silver metallic envelope.

Printed in China

28March2008

Price: $2.95 each

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Elegant Nursery Rhymes Fabric

Screen printed on 100% cotton, this elegant fabric is 44 inches wide. The Cat and the Fiddle nursery rhyme comes to life on this sweet, sweet fabric. At once comical and soothing, we know your little one will be charmed and kids of all ages will love it, too. The best way to describe the images is by the rhyme itself:

Hey, diddle, diddle!
The cat and the fiddle,
The cow jumped over the moon;
The little dog laughed
To see such sport,
And the dish ran away with the spoon.

Imported

7May2008

Price: $5.25 per 1/2 yard

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Embossed Die Cut Reproduction Scrap - Girls at Play

More Scraps & Die Cuts

More Victorian Inspired Items

These modern pictures of little Victorian girls will steal your heart away. Whether blowing bubbles, playing with a dolly, picking flowers, or sleeping, the pictures will remind you of story books of old.

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 lightly embossed to accent the images. This piece is well trimmed with expert die cutting - so well done, that very little trimming is necessary.

Made in England

24April2008

Price: $3.50 each

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Old-Fashioned Photo Flip Book - Le Petit Cinéma: Dogs

More FlipBooks

More Things French

More Dogs

From the collection of Gaumont Cinémathèque and The Museum of Modern Art, we, at SilverCrow Creations, are happy to present to you Le Petit Cinéma! Ooh là la! Take a trip back in time to the early days of French cinema with the scenes reproduced in this funny and charming flip book featuring some very acrobatic and silly dogs

A collaboration between The Museum of Modern Art and the film company Gaumont Cinémathèque, here is a reel classic for every foreign film lover and Francophile alike.

The book measures 4 by 2-1/4 inches and contains 120 pages with black and white photographs throughout.

Manufactured in China

25March2008

Price: $4.95 each

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Plastic Nursery Rhyme Plaque - Hey-Diddle-Diddle

More Vintage Items

See Saw Margery Daw Plaque

Cat & Fiddle Button

This vintage 1969 nursery rhyme wall plaque measures about 7 inches wide by 5-1/2 inches high. The whole story is here:

Hey-diddle-diddle
The cat and the fiddle.
The cow jumped over the moon;
The little dog laughed
To see such sport,
And the dish ran away
with the spoon.

This is old-store stock, unused and in great condition. The poem and the characters are raised from the plaque and are highlighted with golden accents. These were manufactured by Invicta Plastics and have lots of detailed information on the back regarding Invicta's company and locations. Some of these have the mounting tabs on the back that may or may not still be sticky. They were originally used to mount on the wall in a child's room - and would look great in a shadow box frame for a nostalgic touch.

The cow jumping over the moon is the delight of so very many children of all ages! The actual meaning is a bit fuzzy. Some say that it represents the rise of Richard III to power. Others suggest that it represents the constellations in the spring sky. Still others attribute the little poem to a description of Queen Elizabeth I and her good friend Robert Dudley, the Earl of Leicester. She often referred to him as her lap dog.

Made in England

22March2008

Vintage Item - Limited Availability

Price: $3.00 Each

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Reproduction Chromolithograph Die Cut Scrap Reliefs - Circus Scenes - Sheet 1

More Circuses & Carnivals

You can almost smell the peanuts roasting and feel the sawdust beneath your feet. Add to any circus project - especially a memory of that special family day under the big top - with these delightful images. Included are a strong man, a clown with his donkey, lions and tigers (oh, my!), the ringmaster, band members, a circus dog and a bicycle acrobat!

Each scrap relief sheet is approximately 9 inches by 6-1/2 inches. And each sheet is lightly embossed to accent the expert die cutting - so well done, that very little trimming is necessary.

Made in England

1February2008

Price: $3.50 per sheet

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Vintage Embossed Die Cut Chromolithograph Scraps - Animal Wannabes

More Scraps, Dresdens & Die Cuts

From the mid-20th century, super cute scraps feature animals in professions and activities normally reserved for their human friends. There are bears, birds, monkeys and more bowling, juggling, delivering the mail and playing the banjo. Artists, musicians and waiters and more, offer their more humorous side for inclusion in your artworks. We're not sure whether we wannabe the animals or if they wannabe human.

As with many of the scraps and die cuts made in the 20th century, these are children in adult situations. The advent of space exploration in the 1950s and 1960s, led to many products such as these. Rather than intricately die cut motifs, these are nicely expressed vignettes that are die cut into shapes - probably meant for découpage. We're particularly attracted to the colors in this production - there is a special tone that makes the scraps seem older than they even really are!

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 lightly embossed to accent. The shapes make these perfect for accenting boxes, pencil cups or other such items.

Made in Germany

19January2008

Vintage Item - Limited Availability

Price: $6.00 each

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Hand Glittered Note Card - A Hard-Luck Crowd

We are absolutely delighted to present this terrific Barbara Schriber Designs notecard. It seems only natural that we'd offer such delightful images that are hand glittered with German glass glitter!

These sweet little pets - two cats and a dog - have seen better days - they are all tied up with hand-glittered bandages! This makes the perfect card for someone recovering from an accident or suffering from hard luck of any sort.

Because this card is accented with glass glitter, please use care when handling the cards, and of course, such products adorned with glass glitter are not suitable for children.

Handmade in USA

22December2007

Price: $5.50 each

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Hand Glittered Note Card - Santy's Assistant

More Note Cards

More Christmas

More Dogs & Puppies

We are absolutely delighted to present this terrific Barbara Schriber Designs notecard. It seems only natural that we'd offer such delightful images that are hand glittered with German glass glitter!

This little puppy will get you in the spirit of the winter - such a sweet little helper - pulling along a tree in a sleigh! The glitter accents are in just the perfect spots to highlight the image! Best of all, once the glitter is exposed to air, it may tarnish, which adds to the vintage feel! Of course, each of these blank card is accompanied by a matching envelope.

Because this card is accented with glass glitter, please use care when handling the cards, and of course, such products adorned with glass glitter are not suitable for children.

Handmade in USA

27November2007

Price: $5.50 each

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Dogs Playing Poker - 24 Postcards

More Postcards

More Dogs

More Gambling

Among the most popular prints ever produced, CM Coolidge's poker-playing dogs have found a niche in American pop culture. Even those who don't recognize this artist's name know his fun-loving canines, whose all-too-human antics never fail to bring a smile.

In this whimsical card collection, a Saturday-night mood of pool halls, poker tables and cigar-smoking camaraderie combine for a winning hand of twelve humorous vignettes on standard-sized post cards - each one printed twice.

Printed in USA

11November2007

Booklet of 24 Cards

Price: $6.95 Each

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Le Chien Cahier (Notebook)

The French excel in the arts of daily living. There the coffee cups balance perfectly in one’s hand, the loaves of bread jut fetchingly out of stylish grocery bags, and even the trashcans have a certain je-ne-sais-quoi. In Paris one can find an infinitude of delightful stationery products. This is a reproduction version of a vintage French cahier with a sweet little artistic puppy on the front.

The lower corner of the notebook reads:

PAPIER SUPÉRIEUR

This large (6-1/2 by 8-1/2 inches) notebook journal is stapled and contains 20 blank pages that would be appropriate for journaling, sketching, brainstorming and a myriad of other writing needs.

A transparent band is slipped around the notebook indicating that you have purchased PAPIER SUPERIEUR.

Printed in China

20August2007

Price: $3.95 each

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New Variations Added

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.

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 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)
5 by 5 inch chunky square white cardboard box with door

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 caps, clay 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: $22.85 per Kit

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Aztec Guide Dog

Barking excitedly, a potbellied dog with wrinkled skin wags a happy tail. Angel Cerón depicts the itzcuintli, a cheerful, barkless species prized by ancient man. Sculpted in clay as funerary offerings, they accompanied their masters in death to aid the soul in crossing rivers of blood along the road of the dead.

Angel Cerón comes from a family with generations of artisan experience. He received a degree in electrical engineering from the prestigious Instituto Politécnico Nacional in Mexico City. However he also learned the family ceramic techniques from his father, Antonio Cerón Orta, a renowned artisan. Angel began a long study of Mexico's pre-Hispanic cultures and learned the Nahuatl language spoken in ancient Mesoamerica.

First the proper materials must be acquired. Cerón uses clay from northern Oaxaca state, the only clay of this kind in Mexico and perhaps in the world. The unique characteristics of this yellow clay make it ideal for molding. It dries evenly and is especially hard, thus it is resistant to impact and can withstand very high temperatures.

The clay is ground in a mill, deposited in tubs of water and stirred constantly until it acquires a homogenous consistency. This step can take hours. Left to stand for three days, it remains a thick liquid. Cerón strains it and lets it repose one more day, although during the winter this is hard work, performed in the open air. The blocks are divided into smaller portions and dried in the sun for several hours. Only a qualified artisan can determine when the clay has reached the proper consistency. Then it is kneaded by hand, much as one kneads bread dough, and again it is the skilled artisan who can tell when it is ready to be worked.

Cerón then begins to shape his sculptures, some more complex than others. The details are created totally by hand and some figures are so complicated that they are absolutely unique or part of limited editions. Each piece is modeled by hand and the artisan's talent is a crucial factor.

Once shaped, the sculptures dry as long as needed, some for as long as a week. They must dry in the shade because the clay might split and crack in the sun. Once dry, they are adorned with mineral pigments and high-fired at temperatures of up to 2,327º F for eight to twelve hours, depending on the season (the kilns are located outdoors). After firing, the pieces need to stand for six hours, cooling gradually.

Finally, they receive a "bath" of earth to give them their unique antique effect, which features slight cracks.

"Now that I'm retired, I can dedicate my time to my great passion – representing my pre-Hispanic cultural heritage," Cerón says.

Made in Mexico

25May2007

MSRP: $88.95 SilverCrow Price: $60.00 each

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Four Little Puppies Story Book

by the Same Author, Toodles and Her Friends

The stars of this cute little reproduction of an antique original are Wags, Tags, Rags and Obadiah. They live with their Uncle Oscar and Aunt Abbie.

This sweet little tail tale follow them through a typical day of chores and antics and naps.

The dedication:

Dedicated to all the little puppies who posed for the pictures in this book.

The unusual nostalgic black and white photos of real puppies were made possible only by patient unfailing kindness on the part of the photographer, Harry Whittier Frees, at all times.

If you plan on getting this for a youngster in your life, you might want to buy an additional one for yourself.

printed in China

29January2007

Price: $7.50 Each

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Brass Dog Bone Tag

These are the real thing: Dog Bone Tags that are used for rabies shot tags or doggie ID tags. We thought they'd be great to enhance your artwork or as a clever gift tag for a animal lover. But, our best idea yet (at least we think so) - is to add one to paper sack for those who like to take part of their dinner home - doggie bags!

These are very hard metal and don't lend them selves to letter punches, but you'll easily etch them with a hand engraver - or use a clear matte sticker. And, of course, metal inks and paints will work as well.

Made in USA

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Cesar's Way - The Dog Whisperer wrote a book!

“I rehabilitate dogs. I train people.” —Cesar Millan

There are at least 68 million dogs in America, and their owners lavish billions of dollars on them every year. So why do so many pampered pets have problems? In this definitive and accessible guide, Cesar Millan—star of National Geographic Channel’s hit show Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan—reveals what dogs truly need to live a happy and fulfilled life.

From his appearances on The Oprah Winfrey Show to his roster of celebrity clients to his reality television series, Cesar Millan is America’s most sought-after dog-behavior expert. But Cesar is not a trainer in the traditional sense—his expertise lies in his unique ability to comprehend dog psychology. Tracing his own amazing journey from a clay-walled farm in Mexico to the celebrity palaces of Los Angeles, Cesar recounts how he learned what makes dogs tick. In Cesar’s Way, he shares this wisdom, laying the groundwork for you to have stronger, more satisfying relationships with your canine companions.

Cesar’s formula for a contented and balanced dog seems impossibly simple: exercise, discipline, and affection, in that order. Taking readers through the basics of dog psychology and behavior, Cesar shares the inside details of some of his most fascinating cases, using them to illustrate how common behavior issues develop and, more important, how they can be corrected.

Whether you’re having issues with your dog or just want to make a good bond even stronger, this book will give you a deeper appreciation of how your dog sees the world, and it will help make your relationship with your beloved pet a richer and more rewarding one.

Learn what goes on inside your dog’s mind and develop a positive, fulfilling relationship with your best friend. In Cesar’s Way, Cesar Millan—nationally recognized dog expert and star of National Geographic Channel’s hit show Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan—helps you see the world through the eyes of your dog so you can finally eliminate problem behaviors. You’ll learn:

• What your dog really needs may not be what you’re giving him
• Why a dog’s natural pack instincts are the key to your happy relationship • How to relate to your dog on a canine level
• There are no “problem breeds,” just problem owners
• Why every dog needs a job
• How to choose a dog who’s right for you and your family
• The difference between discipline and punishment
• And much more!

Filled with fascinating anecdotes about Cesar’s longtime clients, and including forewords by the president of the International Association of Canine Professionals and Jada Pinkett Smith, this is the only book you’ll need to forge a new, more rewarding connection with your four-legged companion.

Printed in USA

17October2006

Price: $24.95 Our Price $22.99

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Day of the Dead Fancy Perro (Dog)

More Day of the Dead

Another Muertos Perro

More Dogs

Mischievously holding a treat, toy or contraband (each is different) and wearing a bright and lively sombrero, our little fancy perro (dog) reminds us that families are not always only people, but many of us treasure our pets as family members as well. We were delighted to offer you this very special figure of a Muertos dog. This very special piece is created by the Castillo family of Puebla. The finely detailed painting is absolutely amazing! The color of the dog varies from light grey to white and the hats vary in hue as well.

Just like the rest of our Day of the Dead Figurines, each of or Perros is hand sculpted and painted. Our puppy measures just about 3 inches high. Please let us choose one for you.

Hecho en Mexico

30December2006

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Original Print in Hand-Painted Frame - Amor Prohibido

This charming print by Patrick Murillo tells the age-old Romeo and Juliet story - this time with a muertos dog and cat! This unlikely pair has not only learned to tolerate each other under the same roof - but they have unexpectedly fallen in love and are sharing the same bowl! The main characters are muertos (Day of the Dead skeletons), but are surely appropriate for the Day of the Dead and every other day of the year.

Each 8 by 10 inch print sits in a hand-painted frame and arrives ready to hang. Entitled, Amor Prohibido (Prohibited Love), we know that you'll enjoy this as much as we have. Each frame is hand painted and no two are alike, so please let us choose one for you!

Made in USA

5October2006

Price $29.95 each

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My Puppy's Record Book & Special Enameled Puppy Medal

Alexandra Day, the creator of the popular Good Dog, Carl series, has turned her creative talents towards a favorite subject – dogs – and the result is a delightful book which will be appreciated by anyone who has recently acquired a dog.

What a wonderful gift for a new puppy owner!

My Puppy’s Record Book is fashioned after a baby record book, in which you can record all the milestones of the new family member. Categories include: favorite games and toys, friends and family, the process of choosing a name, how the puppy arrived, and education.

There is ample space for photographs, too. Some more dog-specific entries are least favorite people (such as the mail-carrier) and tricks learned. Alexandra Day’s charming illustrations, in which dogs of all ages and breeds - and even a few cats and other animals – are depicted in her unique style, and occur on nearly every page.

Each book includes a die cut cardboard puppy (it looks like Carl) and a medal on a ribbon. The medal is enameled in 3 colors with the words “Good Dog.”

Printed in USA

19July2006

Price: $17.95

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Pet Notes Tablet for Pet-Sitters

More Notepads, Journals, etc.

This clever tablet highlights all the information a pet-sitter needs to care for your beloved non-human family members. An Elegant furry cat and little puppy accent the fill-in areas for vital statistics, which include emergency numbers, Mom & Dad's cell phone numbers, feeding times, allergies, poison control, neighbors, toys, medications, and more - eve a place for special extra notes about the "baby"!

A quotation from Anatole France, also on the pad, sums it all up:

Until one has loved an animal,

a part of one's soul

remains unawakened.

Each Pet Notes tablet measures 6 by 8-1/2 inches and contains 50 sheets. A magnet is provided on the back for convenient display.

Made in USA

24September2006

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Leonardo da Vinci Treasury CD-ROM & Book

206 magnificent illustrations bring da Vinci's world to designers and crafters of the 21st century! An architect, sculptor, painter, inventor and engineer centuries ahead of his time, Leonardo da Vinci was the archetypical Renaissance Man.

As famous for his paintings of the Mona Lisa and The Last Supper as he was for devising plans for the helicopter, tank and solar power, he also advanced the study of anatomy, astronomy and civil engineering. This multifaceted overview of the celebrated genius' work, presented in both color and black-and-white, includes a splendid selection of his portraits and figures, along with detailed anatomical and scientific drawings from his many notebooks.

The images included are so varied, including paintings as well as famous drawings, such as his Vitruvian Man [see our Vitruvian charm] and many of his machines and animal drawings, including cats, dogs, bears, horses and even crabs!

The CD contains all of the images that are shown in the book along with silhouettes and details from them that are not shown in the book. Both high-resolution images and internet-ready resolution images are included on the CD.

System requirements: Windows 95,98, ME, NT, 2000, XP or Macintosh (all versions) and a CD-ROM drive.

Made in USA

11July2006

Price: $19.95

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Carte de Bijoux - Crystal Dog Bone Pin

This delightful tack-back crystal dog bone pin is hard to resist! It arrives pinned to a wonderful fairy dog on a lovely large handmade collage-style card that reads

I love stylish people

This sweet little pooch has charmed the wings from a fairy or butterfly and wears a dainty crown as he sits upon his pillowy throne. The back of the card has room for you to personalize for a gift. But, we're warning you, you'll want one for yourself, too!

Made in USA

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3May2006

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Embossed Die Cut Reproduction - Animal Professions

The hard-working animals on this reproduction scrap sheet are quite fun. We have a fox, a monkey, a cat, a rabbit, and, of course, several dogs. We're quite sure the feline is feminine, but the others seem to be dressed for mostly male professions.

Add a bit of traditional glass glitter or mica glitter to highlight them and you'll certainly imagine them to be the originals rather than reproductions!

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 to accent the expert die cutting - so well done, that very little trimming is necessary.

Made in England

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