There is something so refreshing about spending time at the beach. Before our trip, I engraved 4 tumblers to bring along and photograph while we were there. A starfish, sand dollar, sea horse and sea turtle make crisp clean images for a set of tumblers.

Galax, ferns and bird vases

I just finished 50 small oval vases for a client to give as event gifts. Because they could not choose just one design, we split up the order using three designs: the ever popular love birds, fern branch and a new design, a galax leaf. I love the solid effect of the galax and already have plans to incorporate it into another vase. Even though there are multiples of these designs, each vase is truly unique. No two can be alike since all engraving is done by hand. (and I tend to freehand these designs as well) Take a look and check back for more new items soon.

Children's drawing engraved on glass

Recently a friend wanted to come up with a special gift for her mother's birthday and for it to be from all of her grandkids.

Somehow the two of us came up with this idea and I love how they turned out! Each child was asked to draw their favorite animal, using just one color of pencil or crayon.

Then I sized each drawing to fit onto stemless wine glasses (which are also great juice glasses) and the results are pictured here. The carafe ties it all together and has the phrase, "All creatures great and small".

Acorns at Old Edwards Inn

I am excited to announce that my engraved glassware is now at the beautiful home decor store, Acorns, at Old Edwards Inn in Highlands, North Carolina. They will carry several different engraved pieces available for direct purchase or custom orders. The glass tumblers pictured here will be in several of their retail locations and are engraved with their signature acorns. So, if you are in Highlands, stop by and see these new pieces in person! They are a perfect way to take a little bit of Highlands home with you.

butterfly vase

Hand engraved butterflies are swirling around this vase (approx 12" tall).

Currently available at the Decatur Gallery.

Golf Digest • The Adventures of Birdie and Bogey

The children's book I recently illustrated has been featured in Golf Digest! Please see link below to read the full article. You can buy yours at www.birdiepress.net

http://www.golfdigest.com/golf-equipment/blogs/newstuff/2011/03/books-the-adventures-of-birdie.html

love birds small vase

Love birds, hand etched on oval vase approx 3.5" tall. $40-Now at the Decatur market and gallery (update this one at the gallery just sold, but there is one available on Etsy!). my etsy shop, click here.

This is a variation of the vase I did this past feb. You cannot tell from this photo, but some of the round leaves are etched inside this vase, adding dimension. I have never thought to do this before, but I liked the effect, especially with this design.