Because Nothing Says “I Love You” Like a Rusty Cleaver
Artist Elizabeth McGrath takes little cleavers,* hand-paints them, tarts them up with fake rust and glitter dust, and presents them in a pretty box. She offers a range of designs, from anatomically-correct hearts (which can be personalized!) to freaky little bats with crystal eyes. For $25, it’s a pretty good deal.
The cleavers are small–just 4″–so they could be displayed on a desk or mantel without trouble. It also occurs to me that a bunch of these would be an arresting set of ornaments for a Christmas tree. But maybe that’s just me.
*She calls them “butcher knives” all over the site. Apparently she doesn’t cook.
Posted in Needful Things | 5 Comments »
February 13th, 2009 at 11:35 am
That is a really cool idea. Love it! And I really like Elizabeth McGrath’s work so that’s extra sweet. Thanks for the post!
February 13th, 2009 at 1:55 pm
On a mantle? Without trouble? Can you imagine one of those in my house? lol.
February 14th, 2009 at 12:22 am
BTW: I’m prob gonna “steal” this post (of course make it in my words) because I think this is such an awesome idea.
Another BTW: All but ONE cleaver is available right now. Kinda sucks because it would’ve been a sweet V-Day gift. Maybe they’ll restock soon (cuz said out for Feb). It’s a really great deal too.
Ta Ta~
February 14th, 2009 at 6:48 pm
My dad is a butcher, it would be an awesome idea for a pressie for him!
February 15th, 2009 at 6:16 pm
Get four or five and make a unique infant mobile!