AMERICAN HARVEST

THANK YOU TO ALL ARTISTS....

We want to thank all of the many artists who emailed applications and photos for our open call to artists campaign.  We thought that we'd get a small handful of artists to apply.  We are very pleased that our handful became a bushel full.  Because of the large number of applications,  the process is taking longer than we anticipated.  We are carefully and dutifully considering every artist.  Our panel of jurists is amazed at the quality of every applicant.  We hope to be finished with the process this weekend and we will be emailing notices at the beginning of next week. 

Thank you to everyone who participated.  We wish that we could showcase all of you, but that just isn't feasible at this time.  Again, thank you for taking the time to apply to our Family of Artists.

AN INVITATION TO ARTISTS

American Harvest invites you to become one of our "Family of Artists".  We are looking for people with extraordinary talent in all categories.  This will be a juried process in two steps.  Email photos are being accepted until June 15, 2008.  Please email your information to info@americanharvestinc.com

Artists that are accepted will be debuted at our Halloween Party on August 16, 2008. 

Step 1.  All applications must include the following:

• Name
• Address
• Phone number
• email address
• web site, blog or Etsy Shop
• Wholesale pricing for each piece
• You may include a brief biography and description of your work if you feel this would be beneficial.

Each applicant will be juried and contacted by email at the end of the first step.

Step 2.  Those selected after step 1 will then be asked to submit actual samples of their work by mail.  These samples must include appropriate return postage if you would like your samples returned to you.

We know that there is incredible talent waiting to be promoted by American Harvest and we are looking forward to viewing the "best of the best".

Sharon and Rodger
American Harvest

SUMMER FUN AT AMERICAN HARVEST

Beautiful summer weather has hit California and American Harvest was ready with Summer Fun items.

We carry a variety of wood signs that can be personalized.  Beach themed signs and golf signs are our best sellers.

Vintage wool bathing suits hang in our front window display.  The two vintage "boing boing" chairs add to summer relaxation.

How more American can you get than hot dogs and baseball in the summer?  We have 2 vintage boy's baseball uniforms and many gloves for sale.  Marbles and other vintage toys grace the window display.

Here is a sweet garden angel.  Can't you just picture her in your yard?

The writing desk and bench pictured above was sold the day we brought it in!  It was a great find!

June is just around the corner and we carry a nice line of wedding toppers and wedding decorations.

As always, we have an extensive line of collage art.  Clever "dialogue" sets these two apart.

Baby pin cushions that are made with vintage materials are a must have item for the new mom!

Lisa Kaus originals and prints are a summertime favorite at American Harvest.

Here's a brand new product for us at AH....wine bottle stoppers.  The Livermore Valley Wine Region has great boutique wineries that receive international awards.  These great bottle stoppers are made with vintage door knobs, golf balls and billiard balls.  A perfect gift for Father's Day along with a bottle of wine from the Livermore Valley Wine Region.

We also carry wonderful antique and collectible items, such as these two pretty tea cups.

Craig Yenke's animals are completely handmade by the artist and are very collectible.  There are only a small handful of stores in the USA that carry his creations.

In the background...a collage made with a French fashion plate and vintage photo frame.  The transferware casserole dish is a great find in its near perfect condition. 

Stop by the shop or email us if any of these treasures entice you!  We are always happy to assist our wonderful customers in person or on the internet.  Many of these items are listed on our website's shop section.  If you have any questions, don't hesitate to call us at 925-485-1577.  We'd love to talk with you.

VINTAGE MILLINERY

I love to display my collections with vintage millinery flowers.  A small bouquet of vintage flowers can turn a simple grouping into a special and outstanding vignette.  The delicate color variations are soothing and the textures add enormous appeal.

Vintage silk roses inside an old pink bird cage....

Delicate Lily of the Valley

Tiny Forget Me Not bouquets bring back sweet memories of my childhood.

Until my rose garden starts to bloom, I am content to enjoy my indoor garden of velvet and silk roses.

CELEBRATING 11 YEARS OF PASSION

We celebrated American Harvest's 11th birthday on March 7th.

We donned our festive party crowns....

Enjoyed our cakes and cupcakes too....

Surprises in every corner of the store were waiting to be discovered....

Flipped our lids over Party Time...

Got excited with a good book....

and then realized it was time for tea....

With sincere thanks and kind regards for a wonderful and exciting 11 years of passion in decorating, holiday celebrations, and warmest friendships....
Our American Harvest customers and friends are the best! 

Sharon and Rodger

AMERICAN HARVEST WELCOMES SPRING

American Harvest Spring Open House was held on Saturday, March 1st.  The store was decked out from top to bottom with Easter and Spring decor.  A Birthday Party celebration theme illuminated the entire office area as AH will turn 11 on March 7th!.  Nicol Sayre was our featured guest artist.  We also showcased the original art of Connie Govea Stuart, Donna O'Brien, Ingrid Pomeroy, Debi Ortega, Susan Arnot and Debbee Thibault. 

Vintage floral baskets filled with felt party hats, rosettes, and streamers hang from the ceiling in celebration of Easter and Spring.

A beautiful hand dyed and embellished purse by Connie Govea Stuart.

Collage art on canvas by Connie.

Pictured above is one of the newest regal crowns by Donna O'Brien.

This Spring Song basket comes complete with a small crown by Donna O'Brien.

Debi Ortega has captured pure whimsy in her miniature mohair monkey.

Ingrid Pomeroy's "Dreams" box is an Easter delight.  There is even a surprise inside!

Easter parade of dolls by Susan Arnot.

The Little Prince is one of Debbee Thibault's newest creations. 

Our very own Jan Atkins created this miniature quilt using all vintage materials, trims and millinery.  Her workmanship is incredible and makes this creation a true treasure.

Nicol Sayre never ceases to amaze us with her magnificent dolls. 

Mary (all the way from Arizona), Dalia and Debbie wait patiently for the store to open.

We love our American Harvest groupies!  Vivian, Roger, Bonnie, Karin and Marlene headed up the line.  Thank you to all for making the Spring Open House a major success.  Your loyalty is unsurpassed!

Happy Spring and Easter from your friends at American Harvest.....

Rodger, Sharon, Laura, Nicol, Marian and April

All of the work pictured above is currently available for sale at American Harvest, except the Nicol Sayre doll.  Please call us at 925-485-1577 for prices, as we have not had time to post these goodies and more on our website.

2008: OFF AND RUNNING

We are leaving for the biggest buying trip of this year.  The inspiration I get from this trip will set the themes for all events for 2008, including Halloween and Christmas.  I love searching for TREASURES to entice my American Harvest customers and friends.

And speaking of treasures...please check out the official "Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull" website.  That's right, Indy is back and in full force this coming May.  Our family is already planning an Indy party, complete with being one of the first in line to see this movie!

CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE, PART 4

We are happy to welcome Christy Meyers to the American Harvest Family of Artists.  Her outstanding work is a valued complement to our shop.

Featured here are two exquisite original Santos by Eric Cortina. 

A vintage silver tray holds pine cone boxes and a large Dee Foust ornament.

Debbee Thibault's "Good Tiding Santa" in red and "Sadie, the Dog Gone Dog" are exclusive color changes for American Harvest only and are limited to 75 pieces.  In the background is the original version of the Good Tidings Santa.

Nicol Sayre's Angel was designed for Midwest.  The village within her dress actually lights up!

Penny McAllister's Jolly Old Elf observes the festivities at American Harvest.

Ornament designs by Penny McAllister brighten any Christmas tree.

Nicol Sayre's Saint Nicholas is adorned with many antique toys.  Sorry, he is already sold!

Santa's Workshop is now open, please stop by for a "live" visit if you are in the neighborhood.  We'd love to meet you!

 

CHRISTMAS 2007, PART 3

Hark! The Herald Angels Sing!  by Susan Arnot

Angels We Have Heard On High...Crowns, Relic Case and large angel ornament

Silver Bells

Small French Doll, Joyeux Noel, by Nicol Sayre

Beautiful German Glass Ornaments by Debbee Thibault

Vintage Sign in our baby section

Sweet collage art by Connie Govea Stuart

Altered Book by Connie Govea Stuart

Dalene Ruhe's handmade glycerin soap...ooh la la

Gorgeous French motive crown by Ingrid Pomeroy....DREAM

Susan Arnot's doll holding  a Paris Theatre, with vintage German porcelain doll head

CHRISTMAS 2007, PART 2

Debbee Thibault Santas

Peaceful Christmas

Christy Meyers' Whimsical Angels

Paris Crown by Ingrid Pomeroy

Wendy Addison's Eiffel Tower and Christy Meyers' Winter White Santa

Sandra Evertson Parisian Doll, La Cage, Bird Cage Couture

An angel sits atop a vintage porch pillar from a San Francisco estate.

Santa's Ark pull toy by The Whimsical Whittler

Angel in clock face cover by Ingrid Pomeroy hangs on a vintage silver tea pot.

Santa in  green velvet robe by Nicol Sayre