SilverCrow Creations Fun Stuff for Bird Lovers
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Miniature Cuckoo Clock Motif or Button
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More Unique Adornments
Highly detailed and looking like wood, we're not sure if this little miniature is made from wood or plastic! We just can't tell. The back of the motif includes a shank, so you can use it as a button if you like.
It's always 4:00 on these little clocks, but they are certainly delightful! Each measures 1-1/2 inch long by just over 3/4 inch wide.
Unknown Origin
19January2012
Out of Stock
Price: $1.85 each
Limited Edition Lampwork Glass Pink Flamingo Bead
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More Flamingos
Our silly pink flamingo beads will make nice pendants, too, if you add a headpin or eyepin. The stringing hole runs from the top of the bird's head through the bottom of the feet. Each bead is made by hand, so please allow for the treasured variability you'll only find in hand made items. The bead measures about 1-1/4 inch high by 3/4 inch from side to side and 3/4 inch front to back.
Please let us choose one for you.
Made in USA
28December2011
Limited Availability
Price: $3.75 each
Qty:
Small Bird Nicho with Arched Top
More Nichos
More Birds
Of course we love birds and this lovely protector is no exception. Flying beneath a sweet arched nicho that has been hand cut and accented with hammering and embossing, the bird seems to be carrying the soul of what is displayed inside.
In many cultures, the crow is a protector of souls and spirits, so we choose to believe that this, too, is a crow, doing just such wonders with the little nicho.
The nicho measures 5-5/8 inches from the top of the arch to the bottom of the flying bird and 3-1/4 inches wide a the bottom of the framed portion of the nicho. The glass door opens from the front and latches with the traditional rolled metal closure. The niche itself measures 1-1/2 inch wide by 2 inches high and just over 3/8 inch deep.
There is a self hook on the back for hanging. Or you might choose to use the arch to add this as an ornament on your holiday tree. It can also be used to hand from the hand of a larger Santo or statue.
Hecho a Mano en México
07December2010, Re-added 11December2011
Price: $16.00 Each
Old Stock Wooden Duck Family of Four
More Ducks
More Birds of All Kinds
More Vintage Items
More Wooden Things
We love old stuff like this little family of ducks. Even if these little guys were made today, they just wouldn't have that old-fashioned look to them.
Each set contains a larger Mama duck with her three little ducklings following behind. The Mom measures about 1-1/2 inch long (including her beak) and the babies are a bit smaller. How cute these would be with your little dolls or bears or even in a putz under a feather tree!
These are old store stock and have never been used. They were made to be novelty pieces, so there is some slight aging, which we adore!
20December2011
Vintage Item, Limited Availability
Price: $3.85 per Set
Glass Vial featuring a raven or Crow as a Pendant or Charm
More Bottles & Other Vessels
More Charms
More Crows & Ravens
This special vial will make a perfect necklace adornment or charm. Made of glass with a snug fitting cork, it measures about 1-1/3 inch high and will hold 2 milliliters (about 1/4 ounce). There is a tiny eye hook on top of the cork so that you can use it as a charm or pendant.
Although the cork fits quite snuggly, you might want to seal the cork to the bottle with sealing wax, glue or in some other manner if you choose to wear the little bottle.
The image has been applied by high quality laser printed sticker and should last a long, long time. However, it is water-resistant, not water-proof.
Imported
10December2011
Price: $2.75 each
Little Bird nicho with a shelf!
We're in love again - with this little bird nicho. And, of course, at SilverCrow, we will envision the bird to be a crow, even if s/he isn't one!
This is a small nicho, measuring only 4 inches high by 3-1/8 inch wide. Each one features a hand-cut bird on the top of the glass pane, their to protect your memories and treasures inside the niche.
The niche measures 1-1/2 inch wide by 2-1/8 inches high and about 3/8 inch deep. The little glass door latches with the traditional rolled metal closure.
The best feature of this all-around wonderful nicho is the little shelf in the front. It is a half-circle and features detailed scallops and rays. You might add a small statue or a tiny bouquet or even a tiny framed picture of a loved one. A bottle of sand or earth from a remembered place or a braided lock of hair in a locket would also be lovely. There are just so many possibilities!
There is a hanging loop on the back for your convenience. Of course, as with all of our nichos, this one is hand-made by traditional artisans, so yours may vary ever so slightly from the pictured nicho.
02December2010
Price: $18.50 Each
Sterling Silver Plated Bird Clasp
More Jewelry Components
How sweet these little birds are. Just flip down his tail feathers and the clasp opens! The loop under his feet is to connect to you necklace or bracelet.
This is especially nice when your design includes a clasp that hooks in the front of a necklace. Or, make it a surprise at the back of one. And certainly any bracelet would be delighted to be closed with such a clever clasp.
You'll have to provide a loop for the other side - you might even choose to make one of beads or another clever component.
It measures 3/4 inch from clasp to lower loop and 5/8 inch from beak to tail feathers.
29October2011
Price: $3.99 each
Large Black Crow Silhouette Decal
More Crows, Ravens, Blackbirds, etc.
More Stickers, Decals & Such
Created from outdoor grade vinyl, this large black crow (or raven) decal might be just what you'd love on your window, wall, car or whatever! It can be be applied to any smooth clean surface - such as glass, walls, metal, plastic and more.
Measuring just over 5-1/4 inches wide by over 5-3/4 inches high. S/he certainly make an imposing image wherever s/he is placed.
30October2011
Price: $6.50 each
Angry Bird Charm
More Games & Such
If you've ever played the game Angry Birds, you'll know why this little red bird looks so mad! We'd be angry, too, if we were continually catapulted at bricks, sticks and other birds!
This cute little silvery metal charm has been enameled to match one of the stars of the game. It measures not quite 1 inch high (including the hanging loop) and 7/8 wide. The back is plain.
We tried to order many more, but this particular style has been discontinued.
Made in Hong Kong
20October2011
Price: $1.75 Each
Hanging Close-Up
Both Sides Close-Up
Antiqued Bronze Perched Birds Component
More Crows, Ravens & Such
We just had to take more photographs of this charming component so that you might see the dimension and detail on both sides.
We especially love this component for earrings as the piece itself is lightweight yet sturdy and there is a hanging hole at the top and another loop at the bottom. It is also great for making an offset necklace.
The circle is about 1-1/8 inch in diameter. With the two loops, the length is 1-3/8 inch. The depth is about 1/4 inch.
26October2011
Price: $1.60 Each
Vintage Golden Dresden Eagle with Shield, arrows and Olive Branch
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More Vintage Scraps & Dresdens
More USA
More Crows and Birds
We used to be able to find these everywhere back in the 1980s, but now they are no longer produced. They are wonderful for USA-Patriotic projects, but they are also quite regal and are pretty cool if you're willing to trim them into pieces!
We believe these to have been made in the USA, but we cannot be sure. Each measures 4-1/16 inches wide by 3-1/4 inch wide.
17October2011
Vintage Item - Limited Availability
Price: $3.75 Each
We found more!
Primitive Style Punch Needle Crow Pin/Pendant
More Pins
More Pendants & Necklaces
Measuring 2-1/4 by 1-5/8 inches, our little crow pin has been hand made with a punch needle with tiny stitches. The image is a primitive bird, ever so sweet! S/he is framed in tin and can be worn as a pin or pendant. We think this makes a great little piece of wall art for a doll house decorated in the primitive style.
Even better! This little picture comes with a tin stand that you can use in a doll house, or on your vanity when you're not wearing it!
9June2008, Re-Added 4September2011
Price: $7.25 each
Crow or Raven Clip Ornament
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More Crows & Ravens & Blackbirds
More Hallowe'en
Perfect for your Hallowe'en feather tree and even a Christmas tree, our clip-on crow will appear to be perched wherever you clip him.
He's 4-1/2 inches from tail feathers to beak. And, we've found that he can be repositioned slightly with care. From clip to head, he is about 3 inches.
From the Seasons Collection of Midwest of Cannon Falls, this little crow has since been retired. We've had him since he was new, but he was hiding away from all of us until just this week!
19August2011
Price: $7.99 Each
Crow Portrait charm
More Crows, Ravens & Other Blackbirds
Naturally, we fell in love with this handsome blackbird, be s/he a crow or raven! We were delighted to find this resin portrait set in an antiqued bronze-plated setting in such a nice size for a bracelet or earrings.
It measures 5/8 inch in diameter. The hanging loop at top adds about 1/8 inch more.
24August2011
Price: $2.85 Each
Aged Bronze Tree Focal Component with Tiny Birds
This aged bronze component at first resembles a tree. At closer inspection you'll find the teeny tiny birds that are hiding amongst the leaves! There are two loops on the top branches so that this neat piece can be the focal point of a necklace and hang flat. We love that so many new pieces are created this way.
The tree is 1-1/4 inch wide by 7/8 inch long. How lovely this would be on a fine aged brass or bronze chain!
18August2011
Price: $1.45 each
Goofy Little Wooden Crow
More Embellishments
More Collage & Assemblage
Each of these goofy crows are laser cut from 1/8 inch thick Baltic birch and then laser cut. The sides are natural wood color and the back has been painted black.
S/he is about 1-1/4 inch high by 1-3/4 inch from beak to tail feathers!
Price $1.60 Each
Very Special Large Oxidized Silver Component Branch with Birds and Nest
More Necklaces & Pendants
More Components & Connectors
This beautifully designed jewelry component is a true work of art that you can change quickly into a fabulous piece of jewelry. To make your creation easy, there are loops on either side of the branch for you to add a chain or a ribbon to turn this into a necklace or even a bracelet!
We think it might look especially nice if you added some tiny glass pearls to the nest as though they might be the bird couple's eggs!
The entire piece measures approximately 3-1/4 inches by 3/4 inch and has about a 1/4 inch profile.
17August2011
Price: $4.50 each
Antiqued Bronze Swallow Charm
We love all birds, and pretend that the ones that aren't crows are crows. This little bird might be a swallow or even a baby crow (surely, it is). S/he is flying west and features and is so lovely you'll want to use this charm in many projects. From Vintaj, these charms are handmade in the USA.
The piece measures 11/16 from beak to tail feathers (almost 3/4 inch) and just over 5/8 inch from wingtip to wingtip.
Price: $2.19 each
Teensy Sapphire Blue Metallic Origami Crane
More Origami
The paper crane has been known for ages as a symbol for peace and longevity and good will. Many believe that your wish will come true with 1000 cranes folded!
We had these sweet an tiny cranes folded just for us in metallic jewel-toned paper. Each one was carefully made by hand.
These measure about 1 inch from wing-tip to wing-tip and about 1/2 inch from beak to tail. They are a perfect size to make earrings!
Each will be shipped to you closed. To open, just gently pull down on the wings close to the body and it will puff up nicely.
It is very difficult to fold such tiny cranes, particularly when using metallic paper. We were delighted to find a student who made these for us several years ago. She no longer makes these, so we only have a limited number of them.
Made in Malaysia
16August2011
Price: $1.85 Each
Antique Replica nicho with Birds & Casquillas
Based on an early 1800s nicho, this highly accented piece features four little birds. The elaborate decoration lends its beauty to almost any décor. The cutting and punching are remarkable - so elaborate, yet simple in its repeated design.
The glass-front niche opens from the back and closes with a traditional slide catch. The piece measures just over 9 inches high by just under 6 inches wide. The glass niche window is framed by a scalloped edge that adds warmth and direction to the treasures held within it. The niche measures 3 by 4 inches and 3/4 inch deep.
09December2010
Price: $47.00 each
Teensy Gold Metallic Origami Crane
7August2011
Teensy Silver Metallic Origami Crane
3August2011
Teensy Emerald Green Metallic Origami Crane
2August2011
Charming Antiqued Bronze Wing Secret Keeper Locket
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More Charms & Lockets
Do you have a secret, a special dream, a wish or even a prayer? Write it down and keep it close at hand in this sweet Secret Keeper.
Or share your secret with a friend. Enclose a special message or memory that you share.
This elegant locket will remind you that anything is possible if you believe in yourself, remember what's important and have faith in the future.
The size is perfect for a necklace or a charm bracelet - or for inclusion in your altered art!
The entire charm measures 7/16 inch wide by 3/8 inch deep and 7/8 inch high (with the hanging loop, it is 15/16 inch high. A strong magnet holds your secret tight inside. Please be careful as the box is meant to be closed most of the time. If you open it too much, your secret may disappear!
NOT FOR CHILDREN. Please be careful with the tiny magnets. Seek immediate medical attention if swallowed.
Price: $4.99 each
Miniature Origami Crane in Assorted Colors and Patterns
SilverCrow's miniature Origami Cranes are handmade by a student from the San Francisco area. She hand-folds each of these tiny 1-1/2 inch cranes (wingtip to wingtip) with the expertise of an origami master. They measure about 7/8 inch from beak to tail feathers.
They are a delightful addition to a gift or a card and are fun just to have around. Each crane is different as they are all hand made.
No two are alike because they are all hand made of different papers. They are made with skill and care and we are delighted to present these special hand made items as such a reasonable price!
Made in USA of Paper from Japan
SilverCrow Classic, Updated 2August2011
Price: 85¢ Each
Miniature Origami Crane in Assorted Colors and Patterns Package of 5
More Assortments & Grabbags
Price: $4.00 per package
Vintage Corby's Parrot Swizzle Stick - for a Magic Drink (Assorted Colors Only)
Our old-stock swizzle sticks have never been used and are in fine condition. They were originally put in cocktails made with Corby's liquors. Each stirrer reads:
FOR GOOD TASTE - SAY CORBY'S
on the stick in golden letters. Atop each stick is a parrot. Corby's Canadian Whiskey (and other spirits) was advertised with a parrot extolling the virtues of special cocktails back in the 1950s through the 1960s.
We don't have very many of any of the colors, so please let us choose one for you.
Made in USA or Imported
22July2011
Price: $3.00 Each
Eat Crow Charm
More Ravens, Crows, & Blackbirds
Whenever I was upset with the way the world was running itself or with the administration of a large corporation or the government or even just my group of friends, my Dad used to say, "Well, Annie, sometimes you just have to eat crow."
That used to drive me crazy because I thought it was inappropriate. Now that he's not here, when I'm upset with the same things, I can hear him giving me the same advice that I don't want to hear. But, I surely wish I could hear it now!
But, you see, I was never wrong, so I just couldn't "eat crow." When we found this charm, I had no choice but to buy it and offer it to you.
I guess sometimes, I should "eat my words" which would be just as distasteful - supposedly - as "eating crow". But, we love crows so much, I'd never even dream of eating one - even figuratively.
It measures 1-1/4 inch from beak to tail and 3/4 inch from foot to head and just over 1/16 inch thick
25July2011
Price: $1.70 each
Reversible Handmade Silver Steampunk Moving Pendant with Feather Accent - Even as the Crow flies, So Does His Time
An Oregon artist made these super pendants for SilverCrow several years ago and we finally re-found them! Alas, it was only a matter of time!
On one side, the image is a small print of her original artwork of a crow flying with his watch, mounted on a natural green mat. But the other side is so much fun. There are tiny watch parts flowing freely in the pendant as though they just fell from our crow's watch!
It seems that even with the crow's ability to shorten the distance, never needing roads or paths as we mere humans do, so he must watch his time as well.
You might interpret this differently and we'd love to hear how you do!
These are handmade from glass and are water resistant, but not waterproof. So, please keep your pendant from getting too wet.
Each pendant is slightly different as each is hand fashioned and the watch parts may vary slightly. So, please let us select one for you.
The pendant measures 1-1/2 inch square. The bail atop adds a bit more length and will accommodate a necklace, ribbon, leather or cord easily. It's profile is about 1/4 inch which allows the watch parts to flow freely. Including the bail and the feather accent, the pendant measures 3-1/4 inches long and would look lovely on a long sweater or solid color dress!
We're showing 2 pendants so that you might see both sides!
17July2011
Price: $35.00 each
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Reversible Handmade Silver Steampunk Moving Pendant - Crow Watches His Time
On one side, the image is a small print of her original artwork of a crow with his pocket watch (does he have a pocket of which we're unaware?) But, alas, the clock has no hands!
On the other side, here are tiny watch parts flowing freely in the pendant and you'll find that the crow's watch now has found the time to be noon - or is it midnight - or, some other time of 12.
The pendant measures 1-1/2 inch square. The bail atop adds a bit more length and will accommodate a necklace, ribbon, leather or cord easily. It's profile is about 1/4 inch which allows the watch parts to flow freely.
11July2011
Price: $30.00 each
Reversible Handmade Silver Steampunk Moving Pendant - Even as the Crow flies, So Does His Time
10July2011
Hand-Painted Papyrus Portrait #1 - Phoenix and People - Suitable for Framing
More Egypt & Africa
More Artwork
Each of these lovely portraits has been hand painted on real papyrus. The inks and paints are both natural and modern. The artist has added real gold to the metallic gold paint. We love the earthiness of the images and the quality of the artwork for such a reasonable price.
The colorful design is deeply ingrained in the mythology and traditions of this ancient culture. This image features a man and a woman, probably royalty, protected by the life-regenerating phoenix. They are surrounded by hieroglyphs and other symbols as well.
Each painting measures just over 7-1/4 by just over 5-1/8 inches. It might be easily trimmed to fit a standard frame as there is an unpainted border surrounding the image. Artwork like this also looks nice when placed atop a matt and allowed to float freely over the backing.
Papyrus is made from the reeds of the plant growing along side the Nile River. It is prepared by slicing, soaking, pressing and drying - the outcome is a completely organic paper that does not destroy the environment during production! It is thought to be the world's first paper.
This would be marvelous for the background of an art project, but it would look terrific with a simple or ornate frame.
All of the portraits are similar to this one, with a few colors and symbols exchanged. It has been signed by the artist. Each one of these has been produced by the same artist. Please allow for the variation expected in hand made art.
Made in Egypt
Very Limited Availability
Price: $5.00 Each
Trapezoid Silverplate & Red Epoxy Holy Ghost (Dove) Charm or Medal
More Milagros & Religious Medals
More Peacefulness
You might choose to wear this lovely pendant to represent the peace that the dove symbolizes. This sweet charm might be used as a medal or pendant if you choose.
The charm features a dove soaring upward with subtle rays of hope above the head. This nicely made charm measures 7/8 inch high (including the hanging loop) and 5/8 inch wide at the widest.
Made in Italy
6JUly2011
Price: $1.35 Each
Vintage Vari-Vue Lenticular (Winky Blinky Flicker) Plastic 3D Mama Bird with Nest Babies Yellow Heart Charm
More Lenticulars & Other 3D
More Vintage
From back in the 1960s, this really neato charm can double as a pendant or even slip onto your shoe or belt! The charm arrives with an old-time plastic thread through the hanging hole, but there is a nice little slide on the back for other uses.
This is a new old stock charm - never used - ready for you to make into something very special. Perfect for the new mom atop a baby shower gift.
It measures 1-1/2 inch high by just a bit over 1-1/2 inch wide. Background bezel is an nice bright yellow, perfect for making kitschy cool jewelry.
6July2011
Price: $8.50 each
Antiqued Brass Connector - Bird Flying East
We love all birds, and pretend that the ones that aren't crows are crows. This little bird might be a swallow or even a baby crow (surely, it is). S/he is flying west and features rings on either side (beak and tail feathers) - to be used as a connector. This little charm is great for earrings (s/he can fly up or down) and for bracelets and necklaces.
The piece measures 3/4 inch from ring to ring and from wingtip to wingtip, s/he measures 5/8 inch.
5July2011
Antiqued Brass Connector - Bird Flying West
Crow's Nest Pendant or Charm
More Babies
More Mother's Day
Our Mama crow is feeding the little ones. Along she has flown back to the nest high up in the treetops with a worm for her brood. This sweet black and white pendant is resin set in a darkly antiqued bronze setting that highlights the image so nicely.
The charm or pendant measures 1-1/8 inch high (including the hanging loop and 3/4 inch wide.
Hand-Painted Papyrus Portrait #2 - Trio with Golden Phoenix - Suitable for Framing
The colorful design is deeply ingrained in the mythology and traditions of this ancient culture. This image features a man and a woman, probably royalty, and another being with an offering. The are protected by the life-regenerating golden phoenix. Above them are hieroglyphs and other symbols as well.
4July2011
Reclaimed Milagro Style Crow (or Dove)
More Crows & Blackbirds
More Milagros
More Recycled & Green Products
Fashioned from reclaimed metal, mostly old oil drums, these magnificent milagro-style crows seemed to be made just for us. Whether it be a dove or a crow, it matters not much, so we choose always to believe that black birds are crows, to protect our souls. Because of that, we choose to believe that they are miracles of nature and, for that reason, to us it is a milagro.
Each one has been hand cut, cleaned and hammered, then coated with sealant for protection. The crow measures just over 3-1/4 inches from beak to tail and just under 3-1/4 inches from bottommost tail feathers to highest wingtip. There is a hole for hanging like a milagro. And, if you cinch the nail tightly, you can change the position of the crow easily as though s/he is flying
Please allow for some variation in size, decoration and the placement of the hole for hanging. Created from recycled metals, the artisans have worked around the metal they've found to create their final products, so much depends on their working resources.
Made in Haiti
30June2011
Price: $5.75 each
Vintage Vari-Vue Lenticular (Winky Blinky Flicker) Plastic 3D Mama Bird with Nest Babies Blue Heart Charm
It measures 1-1/2 inch high by just a bit over 1-1/2 inch wide. Background bezel is an nice blue color, both modern and retro at the same time.
29June2011
Price: $6.00 each
Nevermore Raven Charm
More Edgar Allan Poe
Quoth the raven, "Nevermore."
Conjure a new bracelet, necklace or anything else with this talkative corvid. He might indeed be Poe's raven, perched above.
Vintage Dennison Gummed Seals - Sheet of 6 Game Birds
More Vintage Stickers & Seals
From the famed stationery company, Dennison, these classic gummed seals hail from the mid-20th century. We were fortunate enough to find some old seals, but no complete packages, so we decided to separate them. The gummed adhesive is still quite good - it is water active, but, please use a sponge or other applicator to be safe. You might even choose to use another adhesive just in case.
This set features 6 beautiful game birds including a quail (aka bobwhite), Canada goose, ring-necked pheasant, sage grouse, mallard duck and a wild turkey.
Printed in USA
20June2011
Price: $1.85 Per Sheet
Antiqued Bronze Crows Cabochon Setting (18mm x 25mm)
Who wouldn't want a crow overlooking a pretty cameo or cabochon or a domed picture of your own choice? We surely would! The pretty braided frame is toped by 2 crows (or maybe you might pretend that they are another type of bird, but we like to call them crows!)
The pendant measures 1-1/2 inch long by 1 inch wide and will hold a 25x18mm cabochon or dome. The bail is on the back so that it doesn't detract from the lovely pendant.
We're showing 2 settings so that you might see the front and back.
Price: $1.30 Each
Real Miniature Birch Pine Cones
These mini Birch Pinecones, each approximately 3/4 inch long, may or may not be attached to stems. Either way, you'll love them.
Not just for Christmas anymore, these make fantastic decorative accents on rustic Adirondack-style frames and furniture. And, they are absolutely delightful on Christmas Projects! Make a whole string of them for your tree. Decorate a frame, or a wooden plaque for an old-timey look!
SilverCrow Classic
Package of 20 Miniature Cones
Price: $2.50 per Package
Oxidized Tibetan Silver Bird in a Hanging Cage Charm
We love this little birdy charm or pendant not only because we love birds, but because we love the many ways you might use this.
There is a hanging hole down a bit from the actual loop that holds the cage, our you might use the swirl at the side.
This lovely charm has dimension (it's profile is 3/16 inch), but it is flat backed, making it hang nicely as an earring or even as a pendant! It is 1-3/8 inch long by 3/4 inch wide.
12June2011
Price $1.25 each
Oxidized Bronze Bird in a Hanging Cage Charm
"I'm only a bird in a gilded cage..." so went the ancient song! We love this little birdy charm or pendant not only because we love birds, but because we love the many ways you might use this.
Hand-Made and Hand-Painted Ornament: Blue Birds with Heart
More Love & Valentines
First, these tin ornaments are cut and then hammered. Well, sometimes they are hammered and then cut. The hammering creates the embossed design within the ornament - the heart, the outline and the flame.
This sweet ornament might represent the true bluebirds of happiness. Just like a pair of lovebirds, they hold the heart between them.
Most of these are painted exactly alike. A few vary ever so slightly. The ornament measures 8-1/4 inches from one bird's tail feathers to the other and 3-1/4 inches from top to bottom.
Each of these is hand made by traditional artisans in Mexico, so please allow for variation. Please let us choose one for you.
Handmade in Mexico
26May2011
Price: $8.75 each
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Flora the Flamingo Paper Doll
Whether you are an Alice in Wonderland fan, or you just love flamingos, you'll just adore our Flamingo paper doll! Measuring in at about 5-1/2 inches, she is ready to dress for almost any occasion - and she and her clothes are already cut out for you!
Discontinued by Manufacturer - Limited Availability
Price: $8.50 Per Set
Round Silverplate & Red Epoxy Holy Ghost (Dove) Charm or Medal
The charm features a dove soaring upward with subtle rays of hope above the head. This nicely made charm measures 3/4 inch in diameter. The hanging loop makes it 7/8 inch high.
18May2011
Close-Up with Measurement
Die Cut Embossed Dove with Rose
More Scraps, Die Cuts & Dresdens
More Weddings
Our newest dove in flight carries a rose to a beloved one! This lovely messenger is just perfect as a tag on a wedding or engagement gift. Just right for weddings, valentines, Christmas, etc, our tag is newly die cut and embossed to echo the Victorian original.
The dove measures 4-1/2 inches long by 3-1/8 inch high. S/he is printed on both sides, so you'll have a lovely ornament as it twists in the breeze.
SilverCrow Classic, re-added 1May2011
Charming Antiqued Silver Wing Secret Keeper Locket
14May2011
Reversible Die Cut Embossed Dove
More Die Cuts, Dresdens & Scraps
Our peaceful dove in flight is the perfect addition for projects for an assortment of holidays and occasions. It is printed on both sides to allow it to hang gracefully in any setting.
Perfect for weddings, valentines, Christmas, etc, our tag is newly die cut and embossed to echo the Victorian original.
From beak to tail feathers, s/he measures 3-7/8 inches. From feet to highest feather, s/he measures 4-1/2 inches.
SilverCrow Classic, Re-added 1May2011
Five Pairs of Masonite Wing cut-outs
More Crows
More Faeries
Cut from sturdy Masonite, this grouping of 5 sets of wings will help you fly away with your imagination! There are angel wings, bird wings, bat wings and even butterfly wings!
You can use them as embellishments for shrines, collages, assemblages, cards, etc. They're great for jewelry, too.
In the largest set (on the left, each wing measures 3 inches long by 7/8 inch wide. And the smallest set (in the middle), the measurements are 1-1/2 inch long by 5/8 inch wide.
1May2011
Price: $5.00 per Package
Set of 10 Little Masonite Bird cut-outs
Cut from sturdy Masonite, this set of 10 birds (we think they must all be black birds, but you decide!) is great fun. You can use them as embellishments for shrines, collages, assemblages, cards, etc. They're great for jewelry, too.
The smallest bird measures about 7/8 inch by 1/2 inch and the largest is 3 inches by 15/16 inch. They are all cut from 1/8 inch Masonite (wood) and we know you'll have so much fun that you'll need lots more!
23April2011
Little Heart-Shaped Fly lightly pendant on Chain
Click for Larger Necklace on Blue Beaded Chain
If you are inspired to Fly Lightly, you might already have our Fly Lightly Necklace on a blue beaded chain. For more casual wear, you might love this smaller version of the same necklace on a simple chain!
What an inspirational message - and one that might do us all well - Fly Lightly. From Classic Hardware (as seen on Sex and the City, MTV, CMT and more), we're delighted to offer this wonderful pendant and chain, featuring a tattoo-style rose and a lovely swallow bordering the banner with the sentiment:
Fly Lightly
The pendant measures a bit over 1-1/4 inch long and sits on the 16-inch simple link chain. It is designed to insure that your pendant lies flat, and is closed with a lobster claw clasp. Kitschy and pretty at the same time, we're sure this fantastic necklace will delight the wearer.
American Idol finalist, Megan Joy, has been seen wearing this happy necklace!
2July2006, Updated 5May2010
Price: $43.50 Each
Old Store Stock Feather Hen Ornament with Hand Painted Features
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Check out this grown up chick! Our little old store stock hen's body is covered in real white feathers and features hand-painted features including a red face and comb, bright yellow beak and bead-like back eyes. She measures about 1 inch.
Uncertain Origin
17April2011
Price: $3.50 each
Little Antiqued Brass Flying Bird Bead
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These tiny flying bird beads make great additions to jewelry - especially earrings and bracelets - because of their diminutive size.
The bird's wingspan is 5/8 inch and from top to bottom (as the stringing hole goes), s/he measures a slight 1/8 inch (if that). From beak to tail feathers, s/he is 3/8 inch.
2April2011
Price: 40¢ each
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24 Birds on a Wire Stencil Fun Kit - Set of 3 stencils
More Stencils & Stencil Art
Are these 24 birds having fun or are we? It looks like it might be both! These great little bird silhouettes feature birds sleeping, singing, sitting, philosophizing, dreaming, and....
The birds range in size from about 1/2 inch to 1 inch tall and are all different widths as you can see. The best part of these stencils is that you can reverse them - look a the real stencils on the left and the silhouette images on the right - so you actually get an additional 24 silhouettes, just by flipping the stencils!
The actual wires or lines are not part of the images. Those you can draw for yourself or use a real wire or thread!
All stencils are created on traditional stencil board - thin, but durable. They are sturdy and reusable many times over. Your images will be crisp and detailed. You can use spray paint, traditional stencil brushes, pencils, paint and your imagination.
The great part about using a stencil is that you can use all or any part of it.
Price: $5.00 Per Set
Large Silvery Bird in Birdcage Pendant
A sweet little birdy is hiding in this lovely birdcage pendant - just waiting to sing for you or keep you company.
It is a highly detailed piece that hangs as nicely as it sits, so you might use it for jewelry or for your miniatures collection or for a shrine or ofrenda.
Measuring 1-3/4 inch (including the hanging loop), it is about 1 inch in diameter at the bottom. The pendant is made of zinc alloy and has the look of aged silver
Price: $6.25 each
Reclaimed Milagro Style Heart with Crow (or Dove)
Fashioned from reclaimed metal, mostly old oil drums, these magnificent milagro-style hearts feature a bird on the top. Whether it be a dove or a crow, it matters not much, so we choose always to believe that black birds are crows, to protect our souls.
Each one has been hand cut, cleaned and hammered and measures approximately 6-1/4 inches high by 4-3/4 inches wide.
31March2011
Price: $11.75 each
Birds on a Line Stencil
Immediately this distinctive stencil reminded us of Leonard Cohen's Bird on a Wire. Haven't we all tried to be free like these guys - on their observation wire - taking it all in.
The entire stencil measures 8-7/8 inches wide by 4-1/16 inches wide. The image itself measures about 7-15/16 inches wide by 3-1/4 inches high. Add a dotted line for a wire, or indeed a real wire!
19March2011
Price: $4.00 Each
Sterling Silver Flying Bird Necklace in An Anti-tarnish Pouch
At first we thought it this might be an eagle - and well it might be. But we weren't sure because of the beak. So, when we're not sure, we usually decide that such birds must be crows or ravens, or at least blackbirds.
In any case, this lovely avian creature is flying on a unique sterling silver chain that features a lobster claw clasp and connectors at three intervals. At its longest, the necklace will be 18 inches. The other two connecters create a 17-inch necklace or a 16-inch necklace.
The pendant itself is quite substantial and has been oxidized to resemble a crow or other black bird. The wingspan is just over 2 inches and the pendant hangs just under 1-1/2 inches from the base of the chain. What a stunning statement for a bird lover!
Each necklace arrives in an anti-tarnish pouch for safekeeping.
Made in Thailand
10March2011
Was: 47.90 Now: $38.00 each
Wonderful Stencil - Large Murder of Crows (or Flock of Other Birds)
What is more gorgeous than a large flock of birds (especially crows) flying together in harmony?
This wonderful stencil captures that exhilaration and now you can add the image to your artwork buy using this to add a few birds or all of them at once to your backgrounds, shrines, cards, scrapbooks - what fun!
The entire stencil measures 7-1/8 inches square. Individual birds measure about 1/4 inch by 1/2 to 3/4 inch depending on the wingspan. Some of the birds are so close together that they appear to be one.
Price: $6.00 Each
Wonderful Stencil - Small Murder of Crows (or Flock of Other Birds)
The entire stencil measures 5-1/4 inch high by 4-1/4 inch high. Individual birds measure about 1/8 inch by 1/4 to 3/8 inch depending on the wingspan. Some of the birds are so close together that they appear to be one.
Price: $2.00 Each
AMAZING Vintage Duck Doll Face
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This guy won a Donald Duck look-a-like contest in the early 1950s - or so he tell us. We can't be sure. But we are sure that he's been around that long. Doesn't he look like a 1950s kid's costume mask?
Hollow on the back and highly stylized, we've realized that his expression is just too happy for him to be The Donald.
He measures about 3-1/8 inches long by 2-1/8 inches wide and 1-1/2 inch from his beak to the back of his head.
He's made of an odd kind of plastic, that just might have some paper mixed in. His eyes, and mouth - er...beak - have been hand painted.
13February2011
Price: $4.75 each
Vintage Style Puffy Plastic Crow Charm
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These are tremendous blackbirds - and you can pretend they are magpies, crows, ravens, swallows or even sparrows, if you will. But, we, of course, we shall call them crows.
They are made to look old - scuffed up a bit - with that vintage shabby chic appeal! They are reversible - so they'll make great (albeit large) earrings!
Measuring 2 inches from beak to tail feathers, each is 1 inch high Including the loop. But, best of all, each puffy bird is is 3/8 deep at the thickest point!
Two crows are shown for illustration only.
From the USA
Price: $2.85 each
Vintage Postcard - Mary's Song of Praise
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This sweet and beautiful card dates from 1981 and was developed for the Church pastor to send to the congregants to celebrate their faith. The scripture selection is from the Good News Bible. Decorated with holly and ribbons, the postcard reads:
Mary said,"My heart praises the Lord; my soul is glad because of God my Savior, for he has remembered me, his lowly servant! From now on all people will call me happy, because of the great things the Mighty God has done for me.His name is holy; from one generation to another he shows mercy to those who honor him.He has stretched out his mighty arm and scattered the proud with all their plans.He has brought down mighty kings from their thrones, and lifted up the lowly.He has filled the hungry with good things, and sent the rich away with empty hands.He has kept the promise he made to our ancestors, and has come to the help of his servant Israel.He has remembered to show mercy to Abraham and to all his descendants forever!"
Luke 1.46-55 (TEV)
The paper is lighter weight than the standard postcard, but it has a lovely sheen to it. On the back, it appears as a regular postcard, with the copyright information.
10February2011
Note card by Jean-Michel Basquiat - Bird (Angel)
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Andy Warhol Items
Born in Brooklyn of a mother who was Puerto Rican and a father of Haitian descent, young graffiti artist Jean-Michel Basquiat's legend has lived longer than he did. His works, often labeled neo-Expressionist, emerged from his graffiti and the beginnings of what is now known as hip-hop. A child of the sixties (born, in fact, in 1960), he was internationally recognized in his early 20s, and was gone by 27. He was a protégé of Andy Warhol.
His work is mostly untitled, as is this image, but it is generally known as Bird. We love the way the main focus of the image is flying, but the outer image may indicate that this is an angel
printed IN Korea
Price: $2.25 each
Teensy Bird Shrine Kit - Package of 2 Trinkets or Charms
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What fun you'll have with these teeny DIY masonite shrine kits. Your two shrines arrive flat. All you need is a tiny bit of glue to make 2 little bird shrines. Just flip the pieces over to make the shrine face in the other direction.
And, you'll have little blocks left (from the windows) for other projects!
The shapes have been laser cut and are easy to remove from the base - and easy to assemble. Just add a bail or other finding to change these into jewelry.
Each finished piece (after it is glued), measures 13/16 inch high (just over 3/4 inch) by 1-1/16 inch wide from beak to tail and about 1/4 inch deep. The little niche is about 5/16 inch high by 1/4 inch wide and about 3/32 inch deep - teensy for sure!
These little bird trinkets are great fun and make fantastic charms and add a special touch to a larger nicho, ofrenda or memory box.
9February2011
Price: $1.50 per Package
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Napkins - The Bar Bill...
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This 5 by 5 inch package of 20 napkins features a duck, seemingly down on his luck. Well, this duck walked into a bar and the rest is history!
This fun image was created by artist Will Bullas, known for his delightful depictions of wildlife - both humorous and more realistic.
This 5 by 5 inch package of napkins, reads, tongue in cheek (or bill):
THE BAR BILL...
2February2011
Price $5.95 Per Package
Small Bronze Sarcophagus Box with 4 Birds
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Created from the design of an ancient sarcophagus, this little bronze box features four hand forged birds atop the lid. Of course there is no mummy inside, but we think this a wonderful addition a shrine. And, it's also quite attractive on its own. It's style is that of antiquity, appearing that this might be thousands of years old. Alas, it is relatively new, having been made in the 1990s.
Although made in Egypt, the box also appears to be Mesoamerican in style as well. The images are universally ancient.
Each box is slightly different as every one has been painstakingly made by hand in the tradition of generations of metal workers. The approximate base measurement is 2-1/8 inch by 1 inch. The box depth is about 9/16 inch. The lid sits roughly on top of the be base and makes the entire box about 1 inch to 1-1/8 inch high.
The inset shows the top of the box.
6January2010
Was: $27.90 Now: $20.00 each
Mini Ceramic Crow or Raven Bead
What more could we request here at SilverCrow!?! We are delighted to offer you this fun ceramic crow bead. Well, maybe these are really ravens, but we thought we'd take poetic license and call them crows, too!
The dotted lines in the inset image indicate the direction of the hole for stringing the beads. S/he measures about 1/2 inch from head to toe, 5/8 inch from beak to tail and about 1/4 inch thick.
The detail on these is amazing, but hard to see in the photograph. These corvis can be used in dimensional collages and shrines — just add some adhesive to their little feet, and they'll be perfect in a niche or nicho!
Hecho en Peru
SilverCrow Classic, Updated 10January2010
Price: $1.67 each
Henna Birds Temporary Tattoos
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Originating in the eastern Mediterranean, henna was initially used to adorn women's bodies as a part of ancient rituals, celebrations and social events. Representing joy, luck and beauty, this art form is now recognized and worn by many cultures all over the world. This little tattoo book features 10 images of delicate birds, drawn in traditional style, and printed in distinctive reddish-brown in for the authentic henna look.
The tattoos contained in this book are safe and nontoxic and can be easily applied or removed by following the included instructions.
Consider using our temporary tattoos in your crafts as well. Lots of our customers have experimented with these successfully!
9September2007
Price: $1.50
Reflections of Poe Bracelet
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The master of macabre, Edgar Allan Poe, and his greatest creation, etched into black glass. Featuring the classic black and white photographic portrait of the poet, his raven and verse, this stunning bracelet will charm any fan.
His life was littered with tragedy even from his earliest years. First, the death of his parents, then a downward spiral of debt, alcohol and excess. Then his inconsolable grief over the demise of Virginia Clemm – his wife and first cousin. And eventually and finally, he suffered a miserable end in the gutters of Baltimore.
Poe's legacy was destined to be one shrouded in horror and uncertainty. By capturing the dread of his own, personal demons of death, mourning, and even the afterlife in written word, he continues to effortlessly arrest the imaginations of readers over a hundred years after his most famous works first appeared in published form.
It is not for his madness and debauchery that the designer wishes to remember Poe, but rather to celebrate the man who not only helped to reshape literature, but through his iconic themes and imagery, allowed us to take a closer look at the most forbidden corners of our own psyches.
Made in England
price: $70.00 Each
Absolutely Stunning Raven or Crow Feather Necklace
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This spectacular graphic representation of that mythical bird, the Raven - subject of Poe's most celebrated and tragic narrative poem brings to life protection and memory all at once. Ravens and crows are known for their capacity to guard the souls of those who respect them.
Although Poe was supernaturally lamenting the death of a young lover, just imagine how long her memory has been honored through verse!
This wondrous fine English pewter piece features real 3-inch iridescent black feathers rising from an elegant pewter raven's skull. A 1-inch deep amethyst faceted crystal balances the raven as if it were her moon! A tiny skull dangles delicately at the bottom. A curb chain draws it all together, and then caps off to doubled rich black satin ribbons, allowing you to wear this as a choker or to adjust to as long as 28 inches!
Please take care with the feathers, as excessive ruffling will make them uneven.
Created by Alchemy of London and especially offered to you by SilverCrow Creations in a lovely net bag for safekeeping.
Imported from England
16November2010
Price: $70.00 each
Sky High Matches in a Triangular Box
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This larger box of matches looks lovely on a shelf or coffee table with the wonderful blue bird flying high in the clouds. Created to resemble an old-timey package of wooden stick matches, that's what this wonderful box does - holds 100 wooden stick matches. There is a striking zone on either side, too.
The box measures 4-1/2 inches wide by 1-3/4 inch deep and about 3-3/4 inches high. You can reuse the box by filling it with regular wooden matches, too!
11November2010
Price: $5.50 per box
Large Vintage Die Cut Snowman & Crow Decoration
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What snowman wouldn't be this happy when he has a crow to keep him company!?!
Our pressed cardboard die-cut snowman if more than 50 years old and is just delightful as an addition to old-fashioned Christmas décor. These are old store stock, never used and have varying amounts of real silver diamond dust glitter accenting the sentiment:
A MERRY CHRISTMAS
These two charming fellows - snowman and crow - have been hand colored in the traditional manner and are wonderfully appointed for your home. The entire piece measures 9 inches high by 6 inches wide. Most are marked, Made in Western Germany on the back.
Made in Western Germany
Price: $36.00 Each
Crow and Star flower Nicho
Of course, we love the crows that fly on either side of this very different nicho. The base is a triangle, reminiscent of the Mexican pyramids at Teotihuacan. On either side of the base is a 5-pointed star and atop the triangle is a lovely 6-pointed starflower.
The birds are in flight as if protecting the treasures inside the niche.
As with all of SilverCrow's nichos, this complex nicho is made in Mexico by traditional tin artisans. The detail is amazing and the workmanship is exceptional.
The entire piece measures measures about 9 inches wide by about 7 inches high. Because these are handmade, please allow for variation.
Was: $36.50 Now: $29.99 Each
High Fire Crow or Raven urn
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Fashioned after an old-style bottle urn, our high-fire pendant has a natural off-white finish and brown shading for an unglazed look. On either side of the top, you'll find large holes that complement the urn's ancient style. You might use these to add a leather cord and make it into a necklace.
The interior has been glazed, but it should not be considered food-safe or waterproof.
The urn measures 1-3/4 inch tall by 1-3/8 inch wide and 9/16 inch deep. The cork adds another 1/8 to 1/4 inch to the height.
Although meant to be worn as a pendant, we think this little vessel would be perfect for any assemblage, shrine or collage project you might be considering.
Each of these is handmade individually, so please allow for slight variation.
Made in Peru
5November2010
Price $8.50 each
Reversible Hand-Made "Then Sings My Soul" Pendant
then sings my soul
These words from the great Gospel song, How Great Though Art, these words have comforted many for years as they sang or listened.
With or without religion behind the lyrics, what better day might you have than one when your soul is singing?
On the reverse sits a darling bird on the edge of her nest, singing lullabies to her eggs.
We're showing two charms so that you might see the front and back. The pendant/charm measures 1-1/4 inch square. The hanging loop adds an additional 1/4 inch. We're including a jump ring as well so it will work with any necklace or charm bracelet.
The charm itself is made of glass and metal, so please be careful with it. Clean it with a soft cloth and please don't immerse it.
Two charms have been photographed to show both sides.
Hand-Glittered Embossed Die Cut Reproduction - Birds & Baskets of Flowers
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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.
23April2008
Price: $4.25 each
Reversible Hand-Made Flea Market Princess Charm or Pendant
Everyone knows that the SilverCrow gang loves flea markets. Not all of us are princesses yet, but some of us are trying! Now we have the perfect emblem to prove that we are!
1November2010
John James Audubon Fine Art Stickers
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Equally famed for their accuracy and beauty, the colorful etchings of John James Audubon set a bold new standard for wildlife art. This collection of 16 reproductions in miniature recaptures highlights from the great artist-naturalist's works, including images from the 1839 masterpiece, Birds of America: Great Blue Heron, Common Troupial, Wild Turkey, Magpies, Horned Puffin, Scarlet Ibis, Carolina Parakeet, and Snowy Owl. Each booklet contains 16 full-color stickers on 4 plates.
Price: $1.50 Each
Vintage Dancing Duck Pin
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These funny little ducky pins are brand new, unused old stock. They were made in Germany over twenty years ago and feature a debonair dancing duck - dressed to the nines, just like Fred Astaire - with top hat and cane. This lead-free pin is vintage and is made with the precision workmanship for which the Germans are so well known!
The beautiful detailing is old-world style. The the color of the duck's outfit varies (see our close-up for other colors). But we have only a few of each color. So, please let us choose one for you.
He measures 1 inch tall and 1-1/2 inch at his widest point.
21September2009
Was: $2.50 Now: $2.10 each
Finally - More!
Art Postcard - Peace Please
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What message is more necessary than this?
Peace Please
This wonderful design from artist Ken Broun features a bit of charming humor while packing a powerful message. With images from a peaceful dove, an ark filled with favorite characters including musical monkeys, clever crows and entertaining elephants, and a pair of ducks in the stormy sea, we're sure there is much more to see than we've described.
This great postcard is ready for mailing or framing.
31August2007, Re-Added 11October2010
Price: $1.25 Each
Sterling Silver Raven Charm
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We're calling this a raven because we were told that it is one - however, to us, it seems to be an eagle. Either way, it is lovely, and well wrought in sterling silver. The detail is stunning - and, it is reversible, too!/p>
Including the hanging loop, the charm measures 1 inch high by almost 7/8 inch wide.
Made In USA
11October2010
Price: $$13.50 Each
Textured Skinny Black Enameled Crow Charm
Our skinny crow charm is highly textured. This might be hard to see in the illustration because s/he is so very shiny dark black.
The charm or pendant measures just over 1/2 inch by 1-1/4 inch (including the loop).
Price: $1.95 Each
Lonely Crow Charm or Pendant
Naturally, this could be a lonely raven or another lonely blackbird, we fancy it a crow on a lone branch cawing his song, be it of sorrow or joy. The black metal and enamel base creates a striking frame around this crow's portrait in white and black. The image is enhanced by an acrylic dome.
The charm or pendant measures 1-1/16 in diameter. The loop at the top adds an additional 3/16 inch.
Reversible Hand-Made Pendant - The Voice of the Sea Speaks to Me
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The grace and soft color of the seagull flying is something to behold! The ultimate representation of the free and mysterious - the sea - is his calling. This lovely pendant captures that grace.
One side features a watercolor like image of a seagull in flight. The other side reads:
THE VOICE OF THE SEA SPEAKS TO ME
We're showing two pendants so that you might see the front and back. The pendant measures just about 1-3/4 inch long by 1 inch wide. The hanging loop adds an additional 1/4 inch. We're including a jump ring as well so it will work with any necklace.
The pendant itself is made of glass and metal, so please be careful with it. Clean it with a soft cloth and please don't immerse it.
1October2010
Price: $7.50 each
Letterpress Note card - Duck Parade
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Sometimes you just feel like prancing - in a parade with the little ones behind you. And sometimes, we stop in our cars to watch a duck parade pass. This little letterpress card celebrates that joy.
We just love letterpress cards and letters. The elegance of vintage stationery is all but forgotten. We're simply delighted that some smaller companies are offering the same high-quality papers and designs with a modern touch - so we can offer them to you! The simple design represents the simple sentiment so well. And, of course, because it is letterpress, you can feel the letters with your fingers.
The 3-1/4 by 5-1/4 inch size is just what you need for those short messages and quick thank you notes. Each image is printed individually by letterpress on fine quality recycled paper and is accompanied by an appropriate envelope.
10January2011
Price: $2.65 each
Vintage Wooden Bird Component
When we first found these, we thought they had once been buttons. Now, maybe you could make buttons from them. However, these lovely pieces have an origin sticker on the back and no semblance of any button finding.
Each of these round pieces is flat backed and hand painted with stripes resembling bamboo plants and a lovely exotic redbird. They are 1-1/4 inch in diameter and each is similar to the next, but there is some variation due to the hand painting. The domed top is lacquered for wear, but the back has been left in its natural state.
Made in India
2September2010
Price: $4.00 each
Made Just for SilverCrow
Old Ravens Meet Fine Art Print Artist Trading Cards - Signed by the Artist
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Frame this wonderful print and hang it on your wall. Or, collect it. Or, use it as a bookmark; give it as a gift. Whatever you choose to do with it, we're sure it will be treasured for years to come.
This is a fine art print of an original painting from our new friend, Alison Fennell. She is a truly gentle and talented soul who agreed to print these just for SilverCrow.
Alison's own description of this fine image of glorious blackbirds:
Plush in their iridescent blue and black finery these two old boys greet each other with a bow and a caw!
These are standard ATCs (2-1/2 by 3-5/8 inches), printed with archival ink on archival fine art paper. At first glance, the image appears to be an original watercolor!
The artist has signed each one of these individually and, of course, we must keep one for ourselves.
Made in Wales
1September2010
Price: $5.25 Each
Teensy Purple Metallic Origami Crane
13August2011
Soaring Bird Story Box Necklace
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We, of course, like to think of the bird in this story as a crow, but, alas, it can be almost any bird. But one thing we do know - it flies upward in exhilaration amongst a flower stem and blossom charm. From Classic Hardware (as seen on Sex and the City, MTV, CMT and more), we're delighted to offer this wonderful pendant and chain. Our bird's story is encased in resin within the silvery box.
The pendant measures 7/8 inch by 1-1/8 inch and sits on the 16-inch chain. It is designed to insure that your pendant lies flat, and is closed with a lobster claw clasp. Elegant or casual at the same time, we're sure this fantastic necklace will delight the wearer.
We were just delighted the other night when we noticed this great necklace on Emily Blunt in Sunshine Cleaning Company!
SilverCrow Classic, Updated 5May2010
Was: $52.00 Now: $40.00 Each
Crow or Raven Skull Charm
This fascinating charm represents a crow or raven skull. It is quite stunning in its simplicity and representative of the spirit of these wonderful protectors lasting well past death.
The antiqued silvery charm measures 7/8 inch long, including the hanging loop. It measures 5/16 inch wide at its widest (top of the skull).
Two charms are show to illustrate the entire piece.
21August2010
Price: $1.10 each
The Raven by Poe, Illustrated by Doré
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All 27 of Doré’s detailed, masterly engravings from a rare 19th-century edition of The Raven, among the most popular American poems ever written. Dreamlike, otherworldly illustrations perfectly capture the bleak despair and mournful musings of Poe’s poem. Apposite quotations from the poem are printed on facing pages. The complete text is also included in this 9 by 12 inch high quality paperback.
Price: $7.95 each
Sweet Bird Oval Nicho
How could we not fall in love with this beautiful nicho? Two crossed feathers at the bottom of the oval seem to protect the contents inside. Atop the oval is a flying bird, which is made of several pieces, giving it a unique sense of depth.
As with all of SilverCrow's nichos, our Sweet Bird Nicho is made in Mexico by traditional tin artisans. The detail is amazing and the workmanship is exceptional.
The entire piece measures 7-3/8 inches high by about 5-3/4 inches wide. The niche itself is really a rectangle with an oval glass front. The niche opens from the back with a spiral clasp - a bit different from some of our other clasps. The niche measures 3-1/4 inches high by 2-1/2 inches wide and not quite 7/8 inch deep. The oval is 2-7/8 inches high by almost 2 inches wide.
Because these are handmade, please allow for variation.
19August2010
Price: $17.35 Each
Reversible Hand-Made Crow & Jack-O'Lantern Ornament (Or, Pendant if You're Brave)
We expect that this ornery crow has settled himself upon another Jack-o'Lantern's handle. But we can't be sure, of course! This clever ornament was made by hand and features both a crow on one side and a happy jack on the the other!
The entire piece measures 2 inches square. The hanging loop adds another 1/8 inch on top. This makes a great ornament for your Hallowe'en feather tree, or a great door hanger on a doll house for the spooky holiday!
Those brave enough for such a large piece might also consider wearing it as a reversible pendant - so we're including an extra jump ring - just in case!
We're showing two ornaments so that you might see the front and back.
The ornament itself is made of glass and metal, so please be careful with it. Clean it with a soft cloth and please don't immerse it.
1August2010
Price: $9.75 each
Package of 20 Napkins - Bacchus Bullas
This 5 by 5 inch package of 20 napkins is printed with the Bacchus Bullas pattern featuring a cosmopolitan duck reclining in a bunch of grapes and leaves with his glass of wine. This familiar image was created by artist Will Bullas, known for his delightful depictions of wildlife - both humorous and more realistic.
11March2009, Re-Added 29January2011
Price $5.95 per Package
Double-Sided Golden Dresden Swan Wings - Package of 6 Large and 2 Small
These are highly embossed double-sided golden Dresden wings fashioned after the elegant wings of a swan. These lovely golden wings are perfect, of course, for swans, but we're sure that almost any angel would be proud to have such gorgeous wings!
The embossing on these reliefs is superb, as is the cutting. These are heavier paper than some Dresdens and are made by the same company that has been making them for decades! These are new but are made in the same fashion as they have been for many, many decades!
Each set of wings is connected. The large wings measure 2-5/8 inches long by 2-1/2 inches from side to side. The smaller wings measure 1-1/4 inch high by 1-3/8 inch wide. Of course you can use them individually by cutting the pair in half, as well.
Made in Germany
30June2010
Price: $4.10 per sheet
Double-Sided Golden Crow (or Swallow) Dresdens - Sheet of 15
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These highly embossed shiny gold metallic Dresden crows are sure to be a favorite of crow and corvid fans. Now, we think these might really be swallows, but we had these especially made for us because of the crow resemblance.
Long used for embellishing ornaments and glued to other paper scraps and decoupage projects, these wonderful motifs are even more special because they are golden - one of the original types of Dresdens from the early days.
The embossing on these reliefs is superb, as is the cutting. These are new but are made in the same fashion as they have been for many, many decades! Each bird measures about 3 by 2-1/8 inches.
28June2010
Price: $9.45 per sheet
Vintage Glass Cabochon with Golden Accents: Goddess or Maiden with Birds
When at first we saw this lovely cabochon we were taken by its rich elegance. Created from ivory or eggshell colored glass, the image is highlighted with golden accents. We though she might be Greek, so we considered her a Goddess. But, alas, she may be a maiden on a stroll through the meadow (with flowers at her feet).
Measuring 40mm by 30mm (1-9/16 by 1-3/16 inch), this cabochon will fit nicely in any of our 40mm by 30mm bezels (found on our Jewelry Components Page).
01June2010
SilverCrow Exclusive
Pinback Button Set - Fiesta Crows
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How festive and happy these two crows are! One is flying and playing maracas - quite a feat! The other is just chillin' in his fancy sombrero.
Our badges, or button pins, measure 1-1/4 inch in diameter. These designs is ©SilverCrow Creations, 2010. All rights Reserved.
15May2010
Price: $2.75 Per Set
Postcard Booklet: 12 Ready-to-Mail Postcards of M. & E. Detmold's Birds
Charles Maurice and Edward Julius Detmold were twin brothers born in 1883. They both loved art and continued their education with their uncle and then at the Royal Academy in their native London. At 15, two years after entering the academy, the brothers produced their first portfolio of etchings.
They worked jointly on their etchings and illustrations and also were starting lucrative individual careers when Maurice committed suicide at the age of 24.
These classic illustrations of birds all arise from the 1899 volume, An Edwardian Bestiary: Pictures from Birdland.
Included birds are:
Guan - Osprey - Ivory-Billed Woodpecker Penguin - Humming Bird - Toucan Bateleur Eagle - Crested Crane - Pheasant Oriole - Cormorant - Owl
1February20111
price: $6.95 per Booklet
Icon Style Holy Cards - St Francis of Assisi
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We were quite taken with the icon-style print of Saint Francis that was used for this very special holy card. Saint Francis lived from 1182 through 1226 and is the founder of the Franciscan Order. He is one of the most famous and beloved saints of the Catholic Church. He renounced worldly wealth, preaching the importance of simplicity and poverty based on the ideals of the Gospel. He was known for his love of nature and animals, especially birds.
These lovely holy cards are a bit lighter weight than some others we offer, but the printing is absolutely outstanding. They are a convenient size for use as gifts or bookmarks - measuring 3-1/8 by 4-5/8 inches on heavy cream-colored paper. The back is blank except for a faint colophon at the bottom, leaving plenty of room for custom imprinting with your own message, or a place to write a note to a friend.
28January2009
Package of 5 Holy Cards
Price: $1.95
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Embossed Die Cut Reproduction Scraps - Birds of Prey
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Of course we love birds of prey, particularly corvids (crows, ravens and the like). This great sheet of scraps features such birds, but mostly owls and hawks. Each bird is more elegant than the next! There are 19 different birds in all manners of life: flying, nesting, sitting on branches, sleeping, etc.
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.
6April2010
Sterling Silver Crow Charm - Facing Right (East)
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Our lovely little sterling silver crow charm matches our sterling silver Crow Necklace and our sterling silver Crow Brooch and our Crow Bracelet, too!
S/he measures about 3/4 inch from beak to tail feathers and about 1/2 inch high. This crow faces right (east) as shown in the picture.
SilverCrow Classic, Updated 29April2010
Price: $13.57 each
Sterling Silver Crow Charm - Facing Left (West)
S/he measures about 3/4 inch from beak to tail feathers and about 1/2 inch high. This crow faces left (west) as shown in the picture.
Blank Note Card: the shell must break before the bird can fly...
Now, we're not sure you'll have the nerve to send this to someone who really needs the message. But, it is quite important to remember:
the shell must break before the bird can fly...
-tennyson
Alfred Tennyson (1809-1892) was one of England's greatest Victorian poets. He was poet laureate and late in life was made a baron by the Queen.
The inside is blank for your additional message or simply your initials. Made of 100% post consumer recycled paper and certified by the FSC (Forest Stewardship Council), this card is carbon neutral, acid-free and chlorine-free. Also, the card has been printed with certified wind power using vegetable based inks. Please remember that square greeting cards require extra postage.
13September2009
Price: $2.95 each
Elegant Woman with Blackbird note card
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Illustrator Harry Watrous created this elegant note card, with the inside message:
This is my wish for you - may happiness surround you.
We wish that all wishes come true - especially wishes such as this. The serene communication and peace is so alluring, you'll want to frame this 5 by 7 inch card to inspire you daily.
Whether this be a crow, magpie, blackbird or raven, the elegant blackness of the feathers adds to the serenity expressed.
We suggest this card for anyone celebrating anything, or recovering from anything, or for no reason at all!
17November2006
Price: $2.50 each
Embossed Die Cut Reproduction Scraps - Pretty Birds
This is one of our most gorgeous scrap sheets. Each bird is prettier than the next! There are 15 different birds in all manners of life: flying, nesting, sitting on branches, singing and more!
2April2010
Iron-On Transfers - Birds of Prey
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Of course we know that corvids - ravens, blackbirds, crows and magpies - are birds of prey. So, of course, we were delighted to find these fun embroidery pattern of a crow. Also featured are a falcon (on a gauntlet), a vulture, an owl, an eagle and more!
All of this on one 8-1/2 by 11 inch sheet of iron-on embroidery patterns that will transfer multiple times. Just iron on to any fabric and stitch along the lines - or paint along the lines - or use whatever other medium you choose.
Each is packaged in a folded envelope and comes with complete instructions for getting started in embroidery!
11March2010
Price: $5.00 each
Large St Francis of Assisi Wooden Santo with His cat & Birds
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Our primitive wooden hand-carved santo offers tribute to the Patron Saint of Animals, Saint Francis of Assisi (aka, San Francisco). This item is hand carved in Central America by traditional artisans who use the time-honored traditions and skills that have been handed down to them for generations.
Our Santo features the much-loved Saint Francis with a little bird on each of his shoulders and a sweet cat by his side. The birds move easily so you can easily position or remove them, if you choose.
Such rustic pieces as these are created specifically for a small home altar or nicho. Each Santo is made individually, so please allow for the variation that only true artistic craftsmanship has to offer. You'll know that you have a unique piece of folk art! St Francis measures about 9-7/8 inches high and 3-1/2 inches wide.
Colors of St Francis' vestments vary as do the birds and the cat. Please let us choose one of these wonderful statues for you.
Made in Guatemala
21February2010
Price: $38.00 Each
Embossed Die Cut Reproduction Scraps - Birds & Mushrooms
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Filled with amanita mushrooms and other forest fare, this lovely scrap sheet features birds, butterflies and the like flying around gorgeous images.
16February2010
Blank Note Card - Snowman & Crow (Merry Christmas)
Fröhliche Weihnachten is German for Merry Christmas. And indeed it is a sweet and peaceful winter night on this lovely card based on an vintage image from the collection of Ken Brown. This serene scene is just what the winter holidays represent - how lovely!
Although this festive 5 by 7 inch card is blank inside, you can easily change it to a Greeted Card by adding a holiday greeting inside. Of course, an envelope is included.
31October2008
Note Card: Memento
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Artist Nene Thomas has created this marvelous image of a raven's faerie, complete with shiny black wings. The raven (or crow) converses with his lovely counterpart as their worlds meet under the moon.
The image on the front of the card is echoed mistily inside the card as well, muted enough for you to inscribe your message.
The card is accompanied by an illustrated envelope. But, for those of you who prefer your message to be sent incognito, we are adding, at no extra charge, a kraft "paper bag" style envelope just in that case.
This card was made using earth-friendly materials, with a minimum of 50 % post consumer recycled paper. The accompanying printed envelop is mixed-eco paper which may include sugarcane, kenaf, bamboo and recycled wood pulp. All printing is with soy based inks. The extra kraft envelope is made of recycled paper as well.
The card measures 4-7/8 by 7 inches.
11February2010
Crow On A Spindle
What a solemn fellow this crow seems to be. But we know he'll surely keep you company as he sits and watches over you from a shelf, your coffee table or some other place of honor in your home. He is lightweight, probably made of resin and measures about 7-1/2 inches high.
He is a delightfully old-fashioned fellow that will add to any décor, be it country, modern, Mexican or contemporary - especially for blackbird, raven and crow lovers!
27January2010
Price: $16.95 each
Art Postcard - Duck
We can all only hope we can make it through the day like this little duck. How often we've been warned to keep our heads above water. Little do we know how important such advice is until we end up in a predicament like this little fellow!
This is just the card for a quick note of encouragement to someone pulling through hard times, or, as advice for a graduate or someone starting a new job, new life, new....
Printed in The Netherlands
17October206
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
Hand Made and Hand-Painted Double Lovers Hearts with Dove
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What a wonderfully special work in tin. Each piece features two hearts connected as one with a flying dove uniting them. A tin banner flows from one heart to the next. The banner displays various lover's promises, such as:
Tu Corazón Unido Al Mío (Your Heart Unites with Mine)
or
Dos Corazónes Unidos Par Siempre (Two Hearts Always United)
among other lovely pledges of love. Of course, you might choose to paint over the wording and add your own pledge of love.
The entire piece measures about 13 inches across and 8-1/4 inches high, and 2 to 2-1/2 inches deep. There is a hanging loop on the back that you can use as is or bend up for a different position.
These are made by the same traditional artisans that make many of our very special nichos. As each is slightly, please let us choose one for you.
Hand Made in Mexico
23January2010
Price: $39.50 Each
Vintage Glass Bird Cabochon
This elegant component is made of indigo glass - so blue it's black or the reverse! The carved bird is highlighted in turquoise or dark green mint enamel. There are holes on either side for stringing or adding embellishments. We don't suggest that you drill this piece unless you do so with a glass drill under water.
Each cabochon measures about 1-1/4 inch by 1-5/8 inch and will make a stunning statement in jewelry or artwork. When we purchased these pieces, we originally intended to make pendants. We understood from the vendor that they were from the late 19th or early 20th century.
11March2009
Price: $18.75 each
Old Fashioned Gilded Dove and Rose Embossed Die Cut and Dresden Ornament
Our sweet and peaceful dove ornament is a combination of heavy golden Dresden work and an embossed die cut. It would make a delightful addition to any Valentine gift. Or, use it in your artwork, decorate a package,..., or what have you.
It measures just over 3-5/8 inches high by 3-3/8 inches wide.
SilverCrow Classic, Re-Added 4May2011
Price: $3.50 Each
Art Postcard - Kuckuck (Cuckoo)
Famed artist Michael Sowa is always exploring the possibilities of anthropomorphizing animals. His delightful illustrations are always a delight and sometimes thought provoking. We can't really figure out what is going on here, but it appears to be a mother pushing a baby carriage while the gentleman (going the opposite direction) looks on.
3January2010
Silvery Dove Dresdens
These are highly embossed heavy-weight silvery Dresden motifs of doves. They are perfect for making ornaments because the are bright and shiny silver - just like the Victorian Dresdens! There two pairs of large doves in mirror image (measuring about 4 cm by 4 cm) as well as the larger center dove and 3 smaller doves and a few little leafy branches.
Long used for embellishing ornaments and glued to other paper scraps and decoupage projects, these wonderful motifs are appropriate for just about any holiday.
The embossing on these reliefs is superb, as is the cutting. These are new but are made in the same fashion as they have been for many, many decades!
26December2009
Price: $3.65 per sheet
Red Crown Cranes Wedding Card - Sharing Breath
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
Art Postcard - Rauchschwalben
Immediately this cool postcard reminded us of Leonard Cohen's Bird on a Wire. Haven't we all tried to be free like these guys! The literal translation for Rauchschwalben is barn swallows or smoking swallows. We prefer the second translation. But, it doesn't matter at all. The fellow in the middle surely doesn't care what the others are thinking - so, we're guessing him to be free!
19December2009
Embossed Die Cut Reproduction Scraps - Hands
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These fantastic scraps are a reproduction, but they could certainly fool you! The design is based on a vintage scrap sheet, but is produced today in Germany in much the same way that scrap pictures were produced so many years ago.
Lovely ladies' hands are positioned with roses and doves and other gentle accoutrements so popular in Victorian times. Each vignette features a banner that you might embellish with terms of endearment or perhaps the name of someone beloved. What a great way to make your own gift tags!
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.
Price: $3.50 per sheet
Embossed Die Cut Reproduction Scraps - Crows & Monkeys
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We laughed out loud when we first saw this darling scrap sheet - it is loaded with silly monkeys and crows and other little surprises. The pair of buddies are either adventuresome (we hope!) or they are just full of shenanigans (we suspect)! They play the piano, eat pretzels, run around and more!
Embossed Die Cut Reproduction - Mother Goose (Nursery Rhymes)
Mother Goose, a storyteller in her own right, knew of tall tales and short from around the world, for upon her gander she flew through the sky. Here she is with seven other wonderful rhymes brought to illustrated life on this fine, lightly embossed reproduction scrap sheet.
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 mildly embossed and neatly trimmed into vignette. You need only cut them apart and trim slightly.
Smashed Penny - SilverCrow
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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.
This special little penny will hopefully bring you luck (of course, we cannot promise that it will, but we'll hope for you, too!) The penny features a dotted border, and a gorgeous landing crow. At the bottom in tiny letters, it reads SilverCrowCreations.com. We had this made just for us. The letters are large enough to read, but small enough to appear as decoration should you choose to create a charm or pendant from our penny.
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.
Made in USA from a USA Penny
3December2009
We Are All One Being Note Card
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More Thanks
The Gestalt philosophy of life proposes that the whole is different from, and sometimes more or less than the parts that make up that whole. When we come together as the world, or as everyday people, we come to realize that the community is so very much more than the individual. Without losing our individual identities, and by exercising the best parts of ourselves - all together, we can change the world.
So many people have changed our world - during times of happiness they shared with us. In trying times of sorrow, we've had friends, young and old, who have helped divide our pain and sorrow - sometimes by just being there.
This handsome card by artist Kiki, provides that sentiment for you to share:
Blessed is the influence of one true, loving human being upon another.
Mary Ann Evans Cross (George Eliot)
The inside is blank for your own message.
Each 5 by 7 inch card is printed on a cream 50% recycled paper with 30% post-consumer waste. It is uncoated, textured recycled paper with soy based inks, and is accompanied by a matching deckle-edged envelope for mailing.
14November2009
Cedar Waxwing Note Card
Rick Allen and his creative partner and wife Marian Lansky produce a miscellany of curious engravings and various and sundry other printed ephemerae. Rick's work has reached and perplexed a diverse audience. His illustrations have appeared in national magazines, annuals of illustration and even on a book cover for John LeCarre!
Rick attended a lot of reputable institutions of higher learning over many years but they couldn't really do much with him, so he's largely self-taught as an artist and printmaker and nobody else can really be held responsible. And responsible he is for this gorgeous notecard:
Be as a Bird perched on a frail branch that she feels bending beneath her, Still she sings away all the same, knowing she has wings.
Victor Hugo
Each 5 by 7 inch card is printed on a white uncoated, recycled paper with soy based inks, and is accompanied by an appropriate envelope for mailing.
09November2009
Swallows Note Card
Nick Wroblewski is a Midwest-based printmaker specializing in hand-cut wood block prints. His images are depictions of the natural world, carved from large blocks of wood and printed one color at a time. He uses a traditional method of carving away more material as the print progresses, resulting in the eventual elimination of the textured image on the block. He is very interested in art that is hand hewn, art that shows the gesture of a landscape, and art that speaks to the dynamic energy shared between all life.
We were so taken by the image and the card's sentiment. It is appropriate for so many situations: inspiration, encouragement, weddings, graduation and just for everyday:
High shall you soar, and long may you fly, with the lave that you share and the tears that you'll cry. All that you do and that which you heed, those who you touch and all that you see, these are the strands of what fate comes to be.
C. Butler
Each 5 by 7 inch card is letter-press printed on a textured 100% recycled paper with soy based inks, and is accompanied by an envelope for mailing.
28October2009
Small St Francis of Assisi Wooden Santo
Our Santo features the much-loved Saint Francis with a little bird on each of his shoulders and a sweet cat by his side. The birds move slightly so you should be able to position them, if you choose.
Such rustic pieces as these are created specifically for a small home altar or nicho. Each Santo is made individually, so please allow for the variation that only true artistic craftsmanship has to offer. You'll know that you have a unique piece of folk art! St Francis measures about 5 inches high and 2-1/4 inches wide.
Colors of St Francis' vestments vary as do the birds. Please let us choose one of these wonderful statues for you.
25October2009
Price: $22.75 Each
Raven or Crow Hand Puppet
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The Raven by Edgar Allan Poe Parchment Reproduction
With its movable beak, and your scariest voice, this cool Raven puppet will crow, "Nevermore!" from right above your chamber door. As handsome as this guy looks in the illustration, he's even better in Person!
Both crows and ravens are highly intelligent and are prevalent figures in traditional mythology and fairy tales worldwide. Often depicted as a trickster or a creator, this Raven will make a perfect storytelling companion, especially for an evening's reading of Edgar Allan Poe's The Raven.
This marvelously fat and feathery fellow is made of furry plush that resembles feathers. His moveable mouth allows him to almost speak! There are wing pockets for extra movement. So, if you're ambidextrous, you'll really make him animated! He measures 20 inches long and is 16 inches tall and is about 8 inches wide, when his wings are tucked against him.
His hang tag includes lots of raven facts and a Native American Indian Raven legend.
22October2009
Price: $23.99 each
Mini Raven or Crow Puppet
An important figure in folklore, mythology and literature from various cultures all over the world, both ravens and crows are revered by many peoples. This finger sized puppet was created as a raven, we think there just might be a crow or two who looks like this! This is a finger puppet, so there is a little opening in the back for your finger. But, it's pretty neat for just display as well.
What a perfect companion for an evening's reading of The Raven.
Our little raven/crow measures 7 inches long by 5-1/2 inches tall and about 3 inches wide.
Sterling Silver, Velour & Crystal Raven's Loot Choker
From the exclusive Karyn Cantor collection (famous for her Classic Hardware line), this very dear Sterling Deco Octagonal pendant features a cagey raven delicately holding a pearl.
This lovely piece is adorned with a beveled glass crystal, which encases the image within the unique sterling pendant and hangs from an velour choker with a sterling silver clasp.
Each necklace is presented in an anti-tarnish pouch and a nice gift box.
20October2009
Price: $80.00 each
Teensy Magenta Pink Metallic Origami Crane
Hand Carved Bone Flying Bird Component
This elegantly carved bird component has been hand-carved of bone. The component is flat-backed for easy gluing to a project or card. His wings are so intricately carved, that he looks as if he were ready to take flight right from his roost. His wing-span is around 1-3/4 to 2 inches. Because each is hand made, there will be variability, so please let us choose one for you.
SilverCrow Classic, Re-Added 27September2009
Price: $3.25 each
Peaceful Dove or Holy Spirit Medal
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This lovely silver-plated medal is just about 1 inch long and 5/8 inch wide. The captivating color image of a peaceful dove flying in front of a stained glass window is at once elegant and calming. The image is sealed in protective epoxy, making it ever the more striking on a silvery chain or silken cord. It is also lovely as an addition to your shrine or artwork, especially with a peaceful theme!
Oftentimes the dove represents the Holy Ghost or Holy Spirit in religious literature and art. This might also be considered for a Confirmation gift.
25September2009
Price: $1.75 each
Audubon Bird Call
This original classic red finish Audubon Bird Call consists of a birchwood roller and a zinc plug. With reasonable care, and periodic re-application of rosin from the included capsule, the call will last a lifetime. By twisting this simple device, you can easily imitate the songs of many wild songbirds.
Roger Eddy and his family and friends assembled the Audubon Bird Call by hand in his living room. He created the call after seeing similar devices used in northern Italy. For over 50 years, the Audubon Bird Call has been crafted by hand in New England and is now considered the standard bird call throughout the world. Roger died in 2003, and his grandchildren proudly continue this family business.
Please consider the birds when using this call: don't use it excessively near nests and when birds are resting.
Made in in USA
04January2007
Price: $6.00 Per Package
Messenger Bag with Embroidered Birds
More Handbags, Bolsas, Wallets...
Wear it on your shoulder. Tote it in the crook of your arm. Whatever way you carry this neat bag, you'll find it makes your heart sing just like its embroidered birds.
A classic Chinese Painting is embroidered on an army drab greenish brown canvas army bag style purse. The bag measures approximately 9-1/2 by 9 by 4 inches and comes with an adjustable strap.
22September2009
Price: $30.00 Each
Hand-Loomed Seed Bead Rosette Medallion - Thunderbird
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For that finishing touch on any Native American Indian project, this economically priced beadwork rosette features the classic Thunderbird design. Each one of these is handmade, so please allow for slight variation. They are well made and measure about 1-1/2 inch in diameter. We like the fancy edging, too!
These are not Native American Indian produced, a Native American Indian product or the product of a particular Native American Indian, Native American Indian Tribe or Native American Indian Arts and Crafts Organization.
16August2009
Price: $2.80 Each
Large Crow or Raven Skull Cameo
Highly detailed in off-white resin is our Crow or Raven Skull Cameo Cabochon. What fun for a Hallowe'en necklace or bracelet!
Measuring 37mm high by 27mm wide by 9mm in profile, this fantastic 3-dimensional bird skull image would look great in a setting or by simply adding a bail or pin to the flat back. What a great choker it would make as well!
Made in China
9October2011
Price: $3.85 each
Yatagarasu - Mimikaki - Lucky 3-Legged Crow Ear Cleaner
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In the USA, we're taught as babies to never stick anything inside our ears. Elsewhere in this wide world, the advice is quite the opposite. Ear cleaners such as these cute little crow cleaners are sold worldwide for cleanliness - we've even seen them in a shop at Paris' Charles de Gaulle International Airport.
Mimikaki are the traditional ear cleaners of Japan, a personal healthcare tool with a scoop-like end used for getting the wax out of the ears. Some of these are quite elegant, some are very Bauhaus and others are cute - like ours - which features a yatagarasu - a lucky crow with three legs.
In Japanese mythology, the appearance of a raven or crow with three legs is evidence of divine intervention into human affairs. There is some controversy over the crow's gender, appearance and size. But there is very little dissention regarding the fact that s/he is lucky for the beholder.
The stick measures 4-3/4 inches long.
Made in Japan
25July2009
Price: $7.50 Each
Note Card - Crow Bar
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Will Bullas has been an artist since he was a child and still has that childlike wonder appearing in much of his work. Well known for his duck paintings, we are in absolute rapture over this delightful note card featuring a half-dozen crows enjoying what looks to be a happy hour. All seem to be cawing about something or other, but we don't care, we just love the picture and the possibilities. Of course, we'd love to see this framed as well.
The crows are enjoying their cocktails under a neon sign, reading:
crowbar
The card is blank inside and measures 5 by 6-3/4 and is accompanied by an appropriate white envelope.
13July2009
Price: $3.25 Each
Fine Silver Frida Kahlo Pendant - Looking Down
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Each of these stunning pendants is one-of-a-kind, being hand-made. Be sure to click for a Close-Up to see the fine sterling silver (.925) detailing. The lovely black-and-white photograph features Frida looking down.
At the top of the pendant are little birds facing each other, sitting on a flower. In the silver frame is a striking photo of Frida Kahlo in black and white. The entire pendant measures about 2 inches long (not including the bail).
A friend wears hers on a black silk cord and it is absolutely spectacular! You'll find the pendant equally lovely on your own silver chain.
Your pendant will arrive in a felt anti-tarnish pouch for safekeeping.
Hecho en Mexico
Te Amo Bolsa with Bird Tattoo Design
More Tattoo
More Handbags
What a cool bag to carry! This great Black Vinyl Shopping Bag (Bolsa) is perfect for anyone you love. The sentiment is emblazoned on the banner that the tattoo-style swallow is carrying:
TE AMO (I Love You)
The bag measures about 8-3/4 inches high (not including the handles) by a touch over 7 inches wide and about 3-1/2 inches deep - so it will hold plenty without being too bulky. What a wonderful gift for someone you love, who loves birds, tattoos or kitschy bags!
hecho en México
30April2009
Price: $9.00 each
Old-Style Plastic Flat-backed Birdie
More Components
We placed these tiny birdies atop a vintage ruler so that you could see their sizes for your self! With wide open mouths they appear to be in deep conversation, or, perhaps, they are just a bit hungry! The birds come in an assortment of colors, so we can't exactly promise one or another. You can see from the photograph that their beaks, feet and wing and tail feathers can all different in so many different ways. So, please let us choose one (or a bunch) for you!
Four birdies shown for illustration.
28April2009
Price: 87¢ Each
Art Postcard - Eulabes Religiosus Mittelbeo (South Indian Talking Mynah)
More Crows & Other Birds
In researching this delightful photograph, we discovered that the mynah bird is not really one bird after all! S/he is of the starling family and is extremely gregarious and known for being imitative. They are especially well known for being talkers!
We here at SilverCrow, of course, love any blackbird, but we discovered that this black mynah is really not exactly typical of mynahs. Most are dark-feathered, but few are really black. In fact even a few are white!
This art postcard featuring a speaking black mynah is just the ticket for an announcement of any sort. Or, send it just because it will bring a smile to all those who see it on the way to its intended!
Printed in Switzerland
21April2009
Victorian-Style Sweet Songbird Brooch
More Brooches & Pins
From the Carolyn Whitaker Collection of Two Women San Francisco, this darling porcelain cameo brooch will put a song in your heart. The burnished brass songbird cameo is a richly colored gift you or a friend will certainly treasure. A tiny heart with an aurora borealis Austrian crystal accent adds to the Victorian flavor. The image is resin-coated for lasting beauty.
The vintage image in this pin was reproduced from a private collection of antique prints and postcards which were found in shops and markets and some people's attics so long ago. The reproduction cameo casting is antiqued brass. The brooch measures 1-1/2 inch wide by just over an inch from top to bottom. The dangling heart adds another 3/8 inch.
Price: $22.50 each
Golden Swallow Charm
Silvery Swallow Charm
Of course we love flying birds at SilverCrow. This little golden swallow measures about 1-7/8 inch high and 1-7/8 wide. Swallows do not have the stamina to fly very far, so they are often associated with staying close to home. Because of this, many sailors have chosen them as symbols in their tattoos.
8April2009
Price: 98¢ each
Udde Valle Necklace with Swallow
We love blackbirds, and although this sweet one is really a swallow, we love him, too. He carries a tattoo-style banner that reads:
UDDE-VALLE
which is an old town in Sweden (chartered in 1498, but a merchant base long before that) known for its herring fishing. Literally, Uddevalle means cape-valle.
This 1-inch wide by about 7/8-inch long pendant arrives on a 16-inch leather cord with a lobster-claw clasp.
18February2009
Price: $24.00 Each
Vintage Celluloid Double Blackbird Cabochon
Single Blackbird Cabochon
Our lovely blackbirds are made of celluloid (aka cellulose) and feature a flat back for gluing onto your projects. Add a jump ring between their beaks and add a chain. They are a wonderful jet black opaque and are nicely detailed to accentuate their wings, tail feathers and faces. Because they are made of plastic, you can easily drill through them to attach other adornments.
These crows or ravens measure about 3 inches by 1-1/2 inch, so they'll make a substantial statement! They hail from the mid-20th century (around the 1950s or 1960s).
10March2009
Price: $2.10 each
The Grace of Wild Things Note Card
More Perseverance
When there seems to be no hope, this message is a gentle one to be offered, along with the gorgeous print of a new dawn:
Faith is the bird that feels the light and sings while the dawn is still dark.
-Rabindranath Tagore
11February2009
Silvery Birds and Butterflies Dresdens - Sheet of 10 Dresdens
More Butterflies & Insects
These are highly embossed heavy-weight silvery Dresden bird and butterfly motifs. They are perfect for making ornaments because the are bright and shiny silver - just like the Victorian Dresdens! There are pairs of birds and butterflies - in mirror image. And, you can use the butterflies to make fairy wings, too!
The embossing on these reliefs is superb, as is the cutting. These are new but are made in the same fashion as they have been for many, many decades! The measurements are 9 by 7.5 centimeters.
29January2009
Price: $11.50 per sheet
Larger Ceramic Crow or Raven Bead
The dotted lines in the inset image indicate the direction of the hole for stringing the beads. S/he measures about 1 inch from head to toe, 1-3/8 inch from beak to tail and about 1/2 inch thick.
Price: $2.45 each
Medicine Cards: The Discovery of Power through the Ways of Animals
More Tarot & Inspiration Cards
More Animals
Discover the tool that millions of people worldwide are suing for guidance, inspiration and help in finding answers to life's questions. Now, revised and expanded to include eight additional cards, this unique and powerful divination system draws upon ancient wisdom and tradition to teach the healing medicine of animals. The Medicine Cards set has found its way into the hearts and hands of many, guiding the way to healing the body, emotions, mind and spirit, and providing insight into and understanding of one's unique purpose in life.
This lovely boxed set includes a 260-page book and 52 beautifully-rendered animal cards. This divination system is based on the ancient teachings of Native America. The text explains how the cards can be used to receive guidance and healing messages from the animals. The Medicine Cards set is an elegant tool to use for personal growth and balanced living.
From the Yoga Journal:
A potent yet refreshingly simple divination tool that can help us reconnect to the sources of life's natural guidance...extraordinarily well crafted....This work is plentiful, overflowing with the richness of the Native American way of life...sound, truthful, and assured.
Jamie Sams is of Iroquois and Cherokee descent. She is a medicine teacher and author of numerous books. David Carson is of Choctaw descent. They both live in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Printed in China
11January2009
Price: $29.95 Per Set
Mini Tin Black Crow
What a cute little black tin crow! Each is cut from tin and measures 1-1/8 inch tall by 3/8 inch wide. The wing has been cut and folded up. And the eye is punched out as well. These make great embellishments for any blackbird, raven or crow project!
Several crows shown for illustration only.
Printed in the USA
8January2009
Price: 50¢ each
The Original Rubber Ducky
Wow! What fun bath time will be with one of these little 4 inch high quackers! Of course, they are made of the real thing latex (aka, rubber). Immortalized in song by Kermit and friends, our littlie fellow will quietly turn a bath into a bathing bash! (2 duckies shown for illustration.)
Printed in USA or imported
Price $6.00 each
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Blackbird Bobby Pin
Lovers of crows, ravens and other blackbirds will fall in love with this sweet blackbird bobby pin! Created from a vintage plastic blackbird, the bobby pin will look great in any color hair. The blackbird measures about 1-1/4 inch.
Or, use it for a bookmark or paper clip. This is a vintage piece, so please be careful when cleaning and wearing it.
7December2008
Bird with Flower Sympathy Card
More Sympathy
Graphic Artist Janeen Koconis created this elegant note card from her artwork called Bird with Flower. Her artwork features a lovely bird placing a flower ever so carefully with a lovely quote surrounding a bas relief image:
GIVE ME a handful of lilies to scatter. Virgil, 70 B.C.
On the inside:
for you in your time of loss deepest sympathy
This is a square card in a square envelope - it may require additional postage.
11September2007
Embossed Die Cut Reproduction Scrap - Zoo Animals
So many animals are endangered, that now the only place we can see them is in a zoo. Thank goodness for the more natural habitat zoos that have been created in the last century!
This set of scraps features lots of zoo animals, including a chimpanzee, elephant, penguin (and baby), water buffalo, monkeys, 2 pandas, a camel, a bird, tiger and wolf.
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 die-cut in vignette, including some of each animal's natural habitat.
29November2008
Silvery Articulated Flying Crows Charm
Crows in flight, or for that matter, any birds in flight, create a vision and sense of freedom. And this charm featuring four crows transmits that feeling in silvery plated modern pewter (no lead). This is a double-sided 3D charm - completely finished on both sides - making it perfect for earrings and to add movement to any of your jewelry, art or craft projects.
Including the loop and linked crow at the bottom (which moves!), the charm measures 1 inch long by 3/4 inch wide.
Made in Usa
28November2008
$1.40 Each
Art Postcard - Lachmöwe (Seagull)
More Items from the Sea
Our crow has decided to take to the sea. Is he a gull, or a crow, or, indeed a sailor? This happy-go-lucky fellow is ready for the water in his yellow rain boots, as he is standing on a post in the middle of the sea. His gull-coat even sports a simple sailor collar!
This image was created by German artist Rudi Hurzlmeier, famed for his pictures of birds in boots and shoes and other animals having a great times.
14March2009
Vintage Celluloid Blackbird Cabochon
Our lovely blackbirds are made of celluloid (aka cellulose) and feature a flat back for gluing onto your projects. These make great barrettes, button covers, earrings and more! Each little blackbird measures 24mm by 32mm and about 2mm in profile (thick). They are a wonderful jet black opaque and are nicely detailed to accentuate their wings, tail feathers and faces.
They hail from the mid-20th century (around the 1950s or 1960s).
Three birds pictured for illustration only.
27November2008
Price: 99¢ each
Hand-Glittered Embossed Die Cut Reproduction Scrap - Butterflies & Birds
More Butterflies & Other Insects
There is something so special about glitter! Just add a bit of it to something dowdy and voilà - something extraordinary. But, it's even better when a touch of glitter is added to something beautiful - then you have something gorgeous.
These brightly colored reproduction scraps are an example of that extra touch. Ten delightful butterflies are flying amidst three gorgeous parrots and all have been hand glittered and are ready to use in your next project - be it a collage or a card!
Remember, butterfly wings make great fairy wings!
The scrap relief sheet is approximately 9 inches by 6-1/2 inches, ready for you to clip and use in your artwork. And each sheet is artfully embossed and hand-glittered to accent the die cutting.
24November2008
Price: $4.95 per sheet
Now with Free Birthday Candles
Mini Tree of Life Candle Holder
Wedding Tree of Life Candle Holder
Natural Beeswax Birthday Candles
Multi-Color Beeswax Birthday Candles
Artisans in Izucar, Mexico, first crafted these ceramics as votive offerings for the church. Hand-made and painted Tree of Life candelabras were originally used to burn candles and incense in church ceremonies, as they represented the Garden of Eden. Today the vivid trees adorned with fruits, foliage and figures are made in a variety of designs. Each of these pieces hand painted so colors will vary.
The figures on the trees may be owls or birds and the trees themselves differ in shape - some as in the illustration, others with branches and even some cactus. No two are alike, so please let us choose one for you. They measure about 2-3/4 inches high and vary in width. The holder is made for a birthday candle.
The artisan painting is finely detailed and absolutely wonderful! We're adding a 24-candle box of our favorite - all beeswax dipped taper - birthday candles for extra measure!
24February2007
Price: $13.00 Each
Block Print Note card - Thank you Bird (with Crystal Accents)
More Thank Yous
This little bluebird is singing his Thank You song just for you to send to someone. Each card is printed front-and back on Italian mould-made paper using an original design from a hand-carved linoleum black, then hand-finished with pretty sky blue Austrian crystal rhinestones.
Created by Spotbear Productions, the card measures 3-1/2 by 5-1/4 inches and is accompanied by a matching envelope. The inside is blank for your own message.
18November2007
Decorative Gift Tag (and Ornament) - Merry Christmas Nearly Everyone
More Decorative Tags
We just love little items that can be more than just what they are initially. This delightful 4-inch gift tag features hand-applied glitter accents and a gold gimp cord that acts as a hanger as well as a decorative belt for the lovely fairy riding the Cardinal - just in time for Christmas. The tag/ornament reads:
Merry Christmas Nearly Everyone! -Ogden Nash
Use the back to address your gift to the lucky recipient, tie it on the package and, voilà, the lucky person will have two gifts!
10November2008
Price: $1.67 Each
Art Postcard - Rembrandt: Oiseaux de Paradis (Birds of Paradise)
Once you have seen artwork by Rembrandt, you'll agree that no other artist can compare with such a master. Many of his works can be found in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. When we walked through the museum we were overcome with all the famous paintings by masters from many centuries, but once we reached the Rembrandts, we were in awe and found it hard to believe.
Les Oiseaux de Paradis, created around 1636-1638 appears modern and classic at once. But there is no doubt that it was created by a master. Found today in the Le Louvre in Paris, it is considered Graphic Art, a genre that was not even defined when this pen and ink rendering was created so long ago.
Printed in France
8November2008
Vintage Turkey Seal with Gummed Backing
More Vintage Die Cuts
More Thanksgiving
This vintage sticker was produced by the Abingdon Press (a publishing house associated with the Methodist Church). Each nicely die-cut with the earthy autumn tones you'd expect when coloring a turkey. Each seal measures 2-1/8 inches high by 7/8 inch at the widest part.
These were originally sold separately, but we've not been able to determine the original price, as they were made in the mid-20th century.
Because the adhesive on the back is as vintage as the pieces themselves, we recommend that you moisten them with a sponge or cloth. Or, use archival glue or paste instead of the vintage adhesive.
6November2008
Price: 95¢ Each
Cave Drawing Bird Charm
Of course, when we're not sure what kind of bird is in a component or picture, we automatically assume it to be a crow. That's what we did with this bone component. It has been hand-finished and decorated with petroglyph or cave drawing of a bird and its tracks.
Each of these is slightly different as natural materials such as bone feature variation as a part of their charm. Each measures approximately 35mm wide (just less than 1-1/2 inch). The image of the bird and its tracks is carved into the bone piece an then darkened for emphasis.
13October2008
Price: $1.25 each
Vintage Trick or Treat Bag with graveyard & Goblins
More Bags & Boxes
We love Hallowe'en and especially love vintage Hallowe'en items! This little 6-1/4 by 4 inch bag hails from the 1960s. We're not sure, but the little guy on the front right sure looks like a crow (dressed up for Hallowe'en, of course!
Old paper Hallowe'en treat bags (there's no trick here!) have recently come into their own as a collectible, and for good reason: they look great framed, they are still inexpensive, and there are hundreds of different types to collect.
This spooky one is from old store stock and was produced by Topstone Industries, Inc of Danbury, Connecticut. It features an orange full moon and spooky tree hovering over a haunted graveyard. There are some little characters (are they goblins?) running through.
Even the back features a continuation of the illustration and a lonely little black cat sneaking out of the graveyard!
19October2008
Was: $1.35 Now: $1.05 each
Retro Blue Swallow Brooch
Also Available as a Blackbird
This high-quality reproduction blue swallow pin is made of modern polyresin, but it could surely tease you into thinking it might be authentic celluloid! Made by Classic Hardware, it was featured in Budget Living magazine!
Might this just be the famed Bluebird of Happiness? We think so. The brooch measures about 2-1/4 inches and looks equally wonderful on white or black (and probably so very many more colors, too).
22APR2006
Price: $20.00 each
Day of the Dead Lawn Flamingos - Set of 2
More Day of the Dead Figures
Day of the Dead Sundries & Specialties
You'll be amazed with these great lawn ornaments - perfect for the Day of the Dead or Hallowe'en! Use them as the familiar lawn décor, or even as a very special indoor party decoration.
The flamingo shown on the right in the photo above is 30-1/2 inches tall and 19 inches from the top of the head to the tip of the tail. The tall fellow on the left is 33 inches tall and measures 21 inches from the top of the head to the tip of the tail.
They arrive for you to easily assemble with four metal stake legs. The legs are not tight-fitting just like the legs for the original pink flamingos of backyard fame. They are easily positioned for just the right look!
17September2008
Price: $31.99 per set
Crows & Bees Note Card
More Bees & Other Insects
From Fresh Frances, this delightfully black and white note card is accented with crows and bees and nothing else. The graceful silhouettes of the birds and the bees that adorn this card make for a clever double entendre.
Each notecard is printed on creamy white Italian textured cover-weight cotton paper, with a complementary envelope. Crow lovers and bee lovers and those who love both will be charmed! The card measures 4-1/4 by 5-1/2 inches.
8September2008
St Francis of Assisi Pocket Token
Entire Prayer for Peace
More Milagros, Medals and Amulets
More Pocket Tokens
Cast in pewter, this simple pocket charm depicting Saint Francis of Assisi. His calm and gentle manner and his love of all the earth's creatures has long endeared him to many - even those who do not necessarily recognize saints! What a perfect token to share at any time - especially to another animal lover.
Saint Francis is also quite well known for his humility and his Prayer for Peace:
... make me an instrument of thy peace; where there is hatred, let me sow love ...
Especially perfect for your friends and family, letting them know your thoughts are with them and all the creatures they love always.
What a lovely wedding favor - your guests will always treasure such a remembrance.
3September2008
Embossed Die Cut Reproduction - Down on the Farm
Anyone who ever dreamed of owning a farm, grew up on one, or even those who have just visited the country will love these scraps. With cows and chickens, goats and even a turkey, the images are great for a rustic or old-fashioned project.
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.
28September2008
Beaded Raven or Crow Necklace Kit
More Kits
This gorgeous raven or crow is made of tiny seed beads - and you can make it all by yourself! You'll find everything you need to create this glorious piece all in this convenient kit! Each kit contains a full-color 18-page instruction booklet along with all of the supplies you need (except the scissors - you supply them!). This great kit can be completed by beginners and experienced beaders alike. Your finished bird measures 3 inches wide by 4 inches tall.
31August2008
Price: $35.00 Per Kit
Embossed Die Cut Reproduction - Romantic Birds & Flowers
Lovebirds and doves and others flying sweetly through an enchanting display of flowers - SilverCrow is happy to offer you a gorgeous springtime die cut for your pleasure.
Hand-Glittered Embossed Die Cut Reproduction Scrap - Birds & Baskets
We were lucky enough to find these hand-glittered scraps for your pleasure. These are made in the same way as they have been for years by the manufacturer in Germany. There are 11 hand-glittered baskets of flowers - some are even accented with birds. There are lilies of the valley, roses and more; doves and bluebirds pose gracefully.
The scrap relief sheet is approximately 9 inches by 6-1/2 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.
22August2008
Price: $4.95 each
Hand Watercolored Greeting Card - Heron in the Sun
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 and hand lettered on elegant 100% cotton cream colored card stock with a matching envelope.
The gorgeous sun shines over us all, including the graceful heron painted in the traditional sumi style. The inside sentiment:
may peace fill your heart...
You'll rest assured that your message will be treasured for years to come when sent with 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 & Lettered in USA
16August2008
Art Postcard - Zum Kugeln - Kojotensong (Coyote's Song)
This gang is really having a ball sitting around the campfire (who seems to be alive, too) under the moon (who is smiling down on the the gang. The crow (in cowboy boots), snake and prairie dog are singing along with the coyote, who appears to be quite the guitarist as well!
10August2008
Art Postcard - Elegy to the Spanish Republic # 34
More Spanish & Latin
Robert Motherwell was an American abstract expressionist painter and printmaker. Although his major works are paintings, he is also quite well known for his philosophical writings, having been a philosopher as well as an artist. Connecting the mind to the canvas was his passion.
The Elegy for the Spanish Republic # 34 is one of the many pieces in the series by the same name, considered to be his most significant work. The stark black against the washed colors creates visual impact.
These cards were sent to us in error, but we decided to keep them, as the black paint reminded us of the silhouettes of crows in flight. We have no way of knowing if this was his intention, but we decided to interpret his artwork in this manner as it was our first impression. As crows are known in many cultures to be protectors, we hope the Spanish Republic willing to accept our interpretation.
Printed in Holland
5November2008
Set of 6 Elegant Heavyweight File folders - Birds
More Folders & Other Desk Accessories
What better way to light up a dreary office day than cheerful birds on flowery branches. These fine quality heavyweight file folders feature a wood grain background with a beautiful silhouette bird ready to land on a flowering branch. What better way to improve the tedious task of filing and brighten a dreary day immediately!
These third-cut folders are standard letter size, so you can use them for any filing needs!
13May2008
Set of 6 Folders
Price: $7.25
Flower Skull Candle Holder with Birds
More Candles & Candle Holders
More Day of the Dead Sundries
Traditional artisans in Izucar originally crafted these very special ceramic candle holders as votive offerings for prayer - usually in church or for personal shrines at home.
Hand-made and painted flowery skulls are a modern version of the Tree of Life candelabras depicting trees with birds and flowers are traditional gifts of good will in Central America.
Because these are each handmade, they will vary, making yours absolutely unique. It measures about 6-1/2 inches high, and at the widest point, about 3 inches wide.
The candelabra is crafted for a standard taper, 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 candle at all!
The artisan painting is finely detailed and absolutely wonderful! Each is different as you can see in the illustration, so please let us choose one for you.
26July2008
Price: $21.50 Each
Embossed Die Cut Reproduction Scrap - birds (New)
Birds of All Kinds
Birds of all kinds in bright colors adorn this reproduction scrap sheet. there are familiar birds as well as bright and rare beauties. Each is set in a little vignette common to its habitat.
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.
Double Sided Silver Crow Dresdens - Sheet of 15
These are highly embossed heavy-weight double-sided Dresden crows. They are perfect for making ornaments because the are bright and shiny silver on both sides! And, how much more could we love these silver crows!?
Now, we think these might really be swallows, but we had these especially made for us because of the crow resemblance. The paper itself is heavy weight. So, you can simply add a silvery thread and hang one from a holiday tree or package and still get a major impact.
23July2008
Was: $11.30 Now: $9.45 per sheet
Flying Birds Nicho
More Nichos & Shadowboxes
Our elegant Flying Birds Nicho is truly special. We love the intricate wings and tail feathers on the birds that protect the inner niche. The protecting eye at the top is a bonus for any memories that you might need safeguarding.
The nicho measures approximately 7 inches wide by about 6-1/2 inches high.
25July2008
Price: $28.00 Each
Black Crow (or Swallow) Dresdens - Sheet of 15
These highly embossed black matte Dresden crows are sure to be a favorite of crow and corvid fans. Now, we think these might really be swallows, but we had these especially made for us because of the crow resemblance. The paper itself is lighter weight because of the matte finishing.
Long used for embellishing ornaments and glued to other paper scraps and decoupage projects, these wonderful motifs are even more special because they are black - just the right color for our beloved crows and ravens. With two sheets, you might even make a special collage featuring 4 and 20 blackbirds!
Was: $10.05 Now: $8.75 per sheet
Authentic White Goose Quill Dip Pen
More Pens and Other Writing Instruments
Traditional Sheepskin Vellum
SilverCrow's authentic goose quill is produced in the same manner that quills have been made for centuries. It is hand pointed and holds an amazingly long line of ink. It's not surprising that such quills were the choice of great writers for years!
We were particularly delighted to find these quills. We've seen feathers with metal nibs attached to the tips - functional, but much more modern.
We thought these just the instrument for you to use in reenactments, medieval fairs, etc. Imagine witting with a natural quill on traditional vellum or parchment! Of course, these are natural feathers, so each one will be different.
Price: $11.00 each
Small Nicho Frame - Love Crows
Sometimes the larger nichos are just too big - especially if you want to add to an assemblage or other mixed-media artwork.
The glass window is rectangular and holds a picture about 1 inch wide by about 1-5/8 inch high. But, with some patience, other mementos can be added. Each frame arrives with a holy card or vintage style picture. It is easily removed so that you can add your own picture or artwork from the back via slot at that top of the glass. There is a self-hanger as well.
You can paint, decorate or collage the frame/nicho, but it is quite elegant all on it's own. There is a antiqued copper patina that has been lightly lacquered for effect. There is a lot of detail in this little frame. The crows' wings are highly detailed and even the heart features an extra touch.
This hand-crafted work of art has been individually made by a Mexican artisan the tradition of years of tinwork. Please allow for the variation that handwork promises. Each piece measures about 4-1/2 inches high by 4-5/8 inches wide.
Made in Mexico
Price $13.47 Each
Plastic Nursery Rhyme Plaque - See Saw Margery Daw
This vintage 1969 nursery rhyme wall plaque measures about 8 inches wide by 5-3/4 inches high. There is a sweet picture of a girl and a boy on a teeter-totter made of a log and plank, accompanied by a bunny and some birds. It is made of light blue hard plastic and includes the Margery Daw Nursery Rhyme:
See saw Margery Daw, Jacky shall have a new master; He shall have but a penny a day, Because he can't work any faster.
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.
In researching the meaning of this rhyme, we have found that it probably wasn't meant for children in the first place. It was most likely a worker's rhyme used by men sawing large logs of wood using two-handled saws - to help them keep time. It's origin appears to be in the 18th century and Margery was a poor country name, and Daw meant an untidy person. Working rhymes generally contained references to wages and eventually made their way into children's lives through their working fathers - just as the see-saw did!
06January2008
Tiny Metal Owl Pin
My Mom's teaching buddy loved owls and I can remember looking everywhere for little pins and other keepsake owls. We're sure she would have loved this darling little owl pin. Our diminutive pin is perfect for party favors. Each little owl measures about 1-1/4 inch high by 1/2 inch wide. Consider adding it to a card for your night-owl friends!
22June2008
Price: 75¢ each
Lovely Crow on a Branch Pinback Button
We love these wonderful pin-back buttons - they are so much fun to add to the top of a gift - just pin it to the bow - or use it instead of a bow! They're also lots of fun just to give away.
This little button (1-1/4 inch in diameter) is perfect for lovers of blackbirds everywhere!
02November2009
Price: $1.50 each
Art Postcard - Last Minute Errand
Book by Michael Sowa
We love Michael Sowa's artwork. With a bit of whimsy mixed with philosophy and thoughtfulness, he often provides us with sleepless nights - just wondering what the story behind them image might be!
From the imaginative mind of artist Michael Sowa, this slightly scary card will surely make you think differently about Thanksgiving! We know there's a message here. This delightful turkey couple is dressed to the nines, having done an errand of their own. They seem to be squeamish, and well they should be with the lurking shadow of human behind them.
Sowa's art evokes wonder and amazement; a mix of surrealism and comic illustration, of humor and seriousness.
Printed in the EU
17June2008
Old-Time Easter Stickers
Add a touch of nostalgic charm to gifts, stationery, packaging and more with this handy treasury of old-fashioned Easter illustrations. Choose from 27 full-color acid-free peel-and-apply stickers featuring a host of fetching scenes - youngsters posing in flowery fields, holding a hatful of baby chicks, and carrying baskets of brightly colored eggs; rabbits munching on carrots, examining a nest of colored eggs and settled among floral bouquets; downy chicks scampering out of a basket of eggs and many more.
This little booklet measures 4-1/16 by 5-3/4 inches and holds 27 lovely stickers.
Hallowe'en Silhouette Seals
More Stickers
Create all the eerie communiqués you wish with the help of these delightfully spooky stickers featuring silhouettes of devils and witches, cats and bats and jacks and even a moon and a crow! The die-cut shiny black stickers are self-adhesive and are even embossed and highlighted with bright orange accents in just the right places! These old-fashioned seals will make even the grim reaper smile a bit!
1September2008
Price: $3.50 per Sheet