Oprah's Favorite 'Wild & Wooly'

Paperproducts Designs partnered with Vicki Sawyer an artist from  Franklin, Tennessee to launch delightful collection of  plates, mugs, matches and mugs featuring animal portraits.

The plate set 'Wild & Wooly' made list of Oprah’s Favorite Things in the December 2015 issue of O magazine! "These dishwasher – and microwave – safe new bone china plates will add a touch of whimsy to your appetizers and desserts." – Oprah Winfrey, O, The Oprah Magazine.

Several years ago during a nature walk it occurred to Sawyer that “if birds could build nests, then they could make hats.”! This notion inspired the series of bird paintings in which each bird is seen wearing a whimsical ‘hat’ made of leaves, flowers and other natural materials. You can find the all the products from the collection here.

Gift Guide 2015: For Her

Today I am sharing my second Holiday gift guide for the special ladies in your life. These are awesome ideas perfect for your friend, co-worker, sister, or for yourself. (Here's the link to the gift guide for kids, in case you missed it before.)

1. Owl Scarf by A Wild Life
2. Owl Long Tray by Cutler's
3. Magpie, The Modern Home Vern and Edie Owl Vase
4. iittala Taika Blue Throw Pillow
5. Owl Jewelry Stand by World Market
6. Nathalie Lete, Blank Notebook
7. Limited Edition Facial Care Gift Collection Owl by Green People
8. John Lewis Snoozy Owl Beanie and Gloves
9. 14K Gold Great Horned Owl Necklace, King Ice
10. Owl of Me String Lights, ModCloth
11. Gold Leaf Owl Lamp by J Hunt and Company
12. Owl Nesting Measuring Cups by Anthropologie
13. Winterwood Animal Cocktail Shaker by Anthropologie

Jen Hardwick: Recycled Art Assemblage

Jen Hardwick is a very talented artist living and working in Seattle. She specialize in mixed media 3D assemblage sculptures build using both new and recycled materials such as game pieces, children's blocks, watch parts, wooden spools, sewing notions, metal rears before they are screwed onto a wooden panel.

"I have a love for bringing new life to things that have been discarded and forgotten." - from her profile on etsy where her pieces are available for purchase, if you want to take a look.

Her wonderful sculptures can be seeing in person at Ryan James Fine Arts gallery's Purple Friday Weekend, Seattle, Kirkland, WA from December 10th through 13th. More details about the show can be found on www.ryanjamesfinearts.com.

Holiday Ornament Round-Up

Every year I prepare a post with my favorite holiday ornaments. Here're is a consolidation of the newest, cutest owl holiday ornaments that I love! I have hand-picked the unique and festive ornaments made from glass, wood, beads, ceramic and hand embroidery. I hope you like them as much as I do.

Row 1
Cortina Wise Owl Christmas Ornament
Swarovski Snow Owl Christmas Ornament
Owl Ornament by Inaluxe at Neiman Marcus
Row 2
Melrose Gifts Owl Glass Ball Ornament at Nordstrom
Owl Prince Ornament Pottery Barn
Wood Owl on Perch Ornaments by World Market
Row 3
Forest Soiree Ornament by Alice Mary Lynch at Anthropologie
Owl's Forest Snowglobe Ornament by Anthropologie
Laser Cut Owl Wooden Ornament by Finegrained
Row 4
Beaded Owl Christmas Ornament by MeredithDada
Santa Snowy Owl Christmas Ornaments by Possum Tree
Embroidered Hoop Bauble by Rachel and George

Happy Thanksgiving!

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Good morning, all! Before we plug out our systems and eject ourselves from the cyber world,  I would like to take this opportunity to convey my heart-felt gratitude to you all. When people ask me what do I do for living, I feel thrilled to share with them that I am a part of this wonderful community of owl lovers from all over the world. This blog was started as a small group of people who enjoyed daily features on talented artists and wonderful people creating all things owl related. My Owl Barn has grown over the last few years and taught me a lot of valuable things in life like dedication and patience. For which, I am thankful.

I can't imagine to be where I am today without your friendship and love. It means the world to receive your sweet comments and encouraging emails regularly. Thank you! :) I wish you and your family a happy thanksgiving. Enjoy!