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Hi, I'm Louise Dawson, owner of J.J. Cardinal's...welcome to our Gifts section of this website.click topic

Gifts are special at J.J. Cardinal's largely because of the unique things you'll find in our shoppe. Lot's of hand-crafted, artistic pieces. Many are one-of-a-kind. We have grouped items on this page into 5 broad categories (see list, right). If you would like more information about any of our featured products, give us a call: toll free 1-866-818-6295.

Louise Dawson, founder & owner

gifts for the home

cardinal adorned mirror.

Cardinal Adorned Mirror - handcrafted wall mirror by artist Karen Anderson

"Sure to put a smile on any face looking within"

14'' H x 9" W -- Handmade amd woodburned aspen wall mirror; painted and finished with a protective coating. Designed "exclusive" for J.J.'s. Karen created the happy bright red cardinals just for us (and for you too).

$58.00

sunflower

Janet Ontko - clay forms - logo

 

Janet Ontko Clay Forms
Fresno, California
Since 1995 Janet Ontko has created tiles reminiscent of styles during the “craftsman” era. All hand pressed into molds of Janet’s original designs, hand finished and glazed, then high-fired for years of durable outdoor use. Plastic-coated hanging wire fixed to the back. 8” x 10” x 2”
All plaques are available as shown, with one exception: rabbit. It is available in white glaze.
$42. each

owlheron

frogfrabbitsquirrel

pine cone - pine needlesoakdragonfly

dogcat

bearhorse

LightMiner art panel translucent night lights

Lightminer night lights - hand crafted in the U S of .A

Each design "has depth and a three dimensional quality," says Margaux, LightMiner founder & artist. She and Brian created and perfected the concept, and craft each piece with care and focus. Lights measure approximately 4¾" x 6" x 2".  Sunflower model #22 (next to logo) is out of stock, but we do have #15 below. Your pick: $28.95

  LightMiner: sunflower in storm NL-15LightMiner: purple iris on green NL-8LightMiner: dragonfly NL-14

left to right:    Sunflower NL-15; Purple Iris NL-8;  Dragonfly NL-14

ONE HUNDRED HORSES
Raku Pottery  ·  Ruth Apter
from Port Townsend in the fine state of Washington

creative figurines · framed tiles

Designs available: horses, bears, frogs, turtles, seals, rams, dogs, salmon ornaments, rabbits and reindeer. Each animal is gift boxed with an enclosure card.

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Sweet Bird (above)
Sweet Bird comes in Copper Matte, Turquoise, Green Tea, Copper Green.  Apter says her studio "is surrounded by bird feeders. I am fortunate to have a wide variety to enjoy. I have one dog, which is an avid bird watcher."   1¾" high x 3¼" long. $31.

Ram (above)
Smoke unglazed body - with the use of paper, wood chips, and other items, creates interesting finish. Includes copper wire, coral and shell. 1¾" high x 2¾" wide x 3½" long, $31.
Reindeer running horse

Reindeer (above)
This design was inspired by Inuit sculpture and Southwest fetishes. 2¾" H x 2½” L. The Reindeer is available in copper matte (shown), smoky glazed, and cream crackle, $31.

Running Horse (2 finishes)
      1. shiny copper, or,  2. copper matte glaze with copper mane and tail.
3¾" high x 2¾" wide x 6½" long. $36. each
bear Small Bear with beads

Heart Line Bear (above)
Light green crackle glaze with heart line accent. Also available in "turquoise" and "shiny copper". 1¾" high x 2½" wide x 2¾" long.  $31.

Small Bear with Beads (above)
3” L x 2” H, shown in Rusty finish. Says Apter: "This finish is created by dappling a rusty stain with the smoke interacting with the unstained areas of the piece. I love the earthy quality this creates. It is as if you have been digging in an ancient ruin and unearthed this piece from ancient times." $31.
Antlered One in shiney copper finish Fox

Antlered One (above)
This design was inspired by Inuit sculpture and Southwest fetishes. He is a mystical made up creature from the artist's imagination. 2-5/8” H x 2½ ” L, shown in Shiny Copper finish. This design is also available in Copper Matte finish.  $31.

Fox (above)
Inspired by Reynard the fox, in the children’s book “The Tomten and the Fox” and the foxes on San Juan Island, WA. 2¾ ”L x 2¼ ”H. Foxes come in Coral Crackle (shown) and Copper Matte. $31.
Drinking Horse (sounds like a name from movie: Dances With Wolves, doesn't it?) buffalo

Drinking Horse (above)
2” H x 3¼" L, shown in Speckled Stone (sold out). in-stock: handsome Green Leaf finish  $31.

Buffalo (above)
This design was inspired by Inuit sculpture and Southwest fetishes. Apter says: "I spent a few days in the Canadian Rockies and got to spend a little time observing a herd of Buffaloes there. They are beautiful and powerful animals. There is a spiral on the reverse side of this Buffalo." 1¾" H x 3½" L, shown in Copper Matte finish. This design is also available in white crackle, and Smoky Glaze. $31.

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Cohen Tiles - available in any color as long as it's blue!

Michael Cohen and resident artists at Cohen Tiles have been making neat, functional stoneware for 42 years. Initially they made a variety of stoneware bowls, mugs, and trays etc.

In 1997 they created a line of Blue Tiles tiles that have become extremely popular. So popular that they stopped making most everything but Blue Tiles. There are nearly 3 dozen different designs.   These unique handmade tiles are individually cut from stoneware clay. Original designs are pressed into the tile. It is then colored with brilliant blue glaze and highlighted with molten glass.

Cohen Tiles -- hummer

Blue Tiles (above) $26. 
These unique designs are individually pressed into hand-cut stoneware tiles. They are glazed in a brilliant blue and designs are highlighted with molten glass. All 5¾" x 5¾" tiles have four protective pads and a small undercut on the back, making them equally useful as trivets or as decorative wall hangings.

One size. One glaze color, blue. It works.

designs of Chen blue tile

Design samples above are incomplete. We typically stock: dragonfly, hummingbird, sunflower, pig, shooting star, sun, moon, tea pot & cups, moose, swan, rooster, 2-story home, seahorse, whale. Call us to see what we have on hand.

sponge holder $14.

styles available (see above right):
Tree, Hummingbird, Shooting Star

sponge holder - by Michael Cohen

spoon rest  (right) $20.

A variety of styles available (see above right):
Dragonfly, Heron, Hummingbird, Tree, Sunflower

Spoon Rest - by Michael Cohen

Salt LampSalt Crystal Lamp
Pure and natural crystal-salt from the foothills of the Himalayas naturally removes impurities in the air: dust, dander, and pollution. Convenient toggle on/off switch. Normally available in 4 sizes, but currently we have just the "mini" in-stock:
  · large, 12" tall $78.95
  · medium,  10" tall $56.95
  · small, 8" tall $42.95
· "mini"  5" tall $33.95

Honeypot beeswax globe luminaryHoneypots™ from Bee Natural 

Glowing beeswax luminaries with natural dried botanicals embedded in the shell are backlit with a votive candle or low wattage bulb*. The florals combine with the honey aroma for a truly unique home accent. Each Honeypot™ is decorated by hand by some really skilled folks in Athens, Georgia. Globe sizes vary slightly.

Honeypots® range in size: small globes are 4-½" to 5" diameter. $19.95 (temp. out of stock)

* electric feature additional

soywax-tins.jpg (13731 bytes) We did our research and found a candle company that uses soy because of negative information about paraffin-based or soy-blend candles. Long Creek Candle Company uses 100% soy. Why would a person want to burn a soy-based candle from Long Creek, you ask? Here are just a few reasons:
  • They last up to 30% longer.
  • They are clean burning, and never emit harmful soot or fumes.
  • They use natural soy coated cotton wicks.
  • Have a maximum fragrance load that the soy can hold.
  • If a candle is spilled, it is easily cleaned up with soap and water. Candles are made from renewable resources grown by American farmers.
  • The glass jars, wicks, and even the labels are made in the USA!

The folks at Long Creek recommend you burn the candle for at least 4 hours at a time for even burning. Hollow glass lids on the glass jar are filled with soybeans from which the wax is made; you can even plant them, and watch then grow!

2-ounce tins, $4.99 (above), on sale: $1.99 while supplies last
(minimum order for shipping: 4 candles)

12-ounce jars, $12.99 (right); scents will change with the season.

Please take a moment to notice our new line of earth-friendly, and clean burning candles the next time you visit our shop.

Current assortment consists of: #101 Blueberry Muffin, #104 Carrot Cake, #105 Cinnamon Buns, #109 Honeysuckle, #114 Pecan Carmel, #119 French Vanilla, #129 Fig and Melon, #135 Raspberry Lemonade, #137 Honey Pear, #139 Woodland Wreath, #149 Sage and Citrus, #150 Citrus Pomegranate, #151 Lavender Vanilla, and #153 Pina Colada!

SoyWax jars
herb and flower drying rackHerb/Flower Drying Rack - great way to hang-dry bunches of herbs, flowers, sprays, or single flowers and leaves. 13 ½" tall x 8 ½" deep x 10 ½" wide, $15.95  

bluebird address bookAddress Book
hardcover, spiral bound. Two covers to choose from: Eastern Bluebird (shown), or Black-capped Chickadee. $6.95

"A Chorusline" magnetic note pad"Chorus Line" Magnetic Note Pad
perfect for your refrigerator - 4" x 6" $5.95 (temp. out of stock)

 

 

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from our "Mr. Mad Bluebird collection"“Mr. Mad Bluebird Collection” 
the original, famous Michael Smith photograph reproduced on items show to below.

Prints: Mr. Mad Bluebird and/or Mrs. Mad Bluebird - full-color 5" x 7" matted & signed by Michael Smith
· framed $66.95 each (mat size 8"x10")   
· unframed $33.95 each (temp. out of stock)

(sorry, we're sold out of the "Mr. Mad Bluebird" stained glass piece by Glassmasters; however, several new pieces of Michael Smith's original Mad Bluebird are under development.)

The Story...

The Mad Bluebird is a famous picture of a bluebird taken by professional photographer Michael L. Smith in 1979 . Smith, an electrician by trade, is an avid birdwatcher who had spent many years worth of summer nights camping in outdoor conditions suitable for photographing birds. One day he set up a camera on a tripod in his backyard, about fifteen feet away from his fence, and waited inside with a remote-controlled trigger. He waited until he saw the bird facing the camera and then shot the famous picture. To date he has sold at least 128,000 signed copies of his photograph, and the picture has been reproduced on untold thousands more various pieces of merchandise, including throws, coffee mugs, and t-shirts. Smith has said he does not consider the picture to be one of his best.

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (link leads you out of J.J. Cardinal site).

Mr. Mad Bluebird thermal mugMr. Mad Bluebird Thermal ("Navy Band") Travel Mug
7" tall,  $10.95
Mr. Mad Bluebird trayMr. Mad Bluebird melamine serving tray
4"x 5½"  $5.95
Mr. Mad Bluebird suncatcherMr. Mad Bluebird Stained Glass Sun Catcher
6¾" tall x 5-7/8" wide. Overall height including chain: 12".
$32.95
Mr. Mad Bluebird coaster setMr. Mad Bluebird Coaster Set - 4" Round decorative coasters box 4½" round by 1¾" deep. Image by Michael L. Smith. Comes in a decorative storage container with The Mad Bluebird on lid. $10.95
Mr. Mad Bluebird mugMr. Mad Bluebird Mug
12oz.  $9.95
Mr. Mad Bluebird magnetMr. Mad Bluebird 3-D refrigerator magnet
3"x 4" $6.95
bluebird"Bright & Early" collector's plateBluebird collector's plate - "Bright and Early" part of the My Backyard Wilderness Collection by artist Derk Hansen.Second plate of Songbirds II Series, signed and numbered. 8¼" diameter. $31.95
draft stoppers - balsam filledBalsam Filled Draft-Stoppers - For doors and windows up to 42-inches wide. A fragrant alternative for keeping your home and snug when the winter winds start to blow. Long lasting fragrant balsam needles will rekindle memories of holidays past, or a walk in the woods on a crisp, clear autumn day. Three patterns available, specify choice when ordering. $16.95 pure balsam fir oilPure Balsam Fir Oil - Nothing reminds us of the fall, and the holidays like the clean fragrance of freshly cut pine boughs. ½-ounce, eye dropper included, $7.95. You’ll feel like you’ve had a walk in the woods.
Mossy Critter BunnyMossy Critters
Available in bunny (left), turtle (below left), and frog (below). Specify critter and size when ordering. We suggest you bring your mossy critter indoors in winter months. Solid stoneware designs are finished in an attractive-and utterly convincing faux moss. A charming addition to your greenspace.
3 sizes:
Small $9.95 (5" L x 4½" H);
Medium $16.95 (7" L x 6" H);
Large $26.95 (9" L x 7" H).
Mossy Critter Frog
Mossy Critter Turtle Squirrel Hook (are the pockets empty?)Squirrel Tool or Clothing Hook - Cast iron with attractive verdigris finish. 14” long x 5½” tall. Mounting screws included, $17.95
monarch butterfly clockMonarch Butterfly Wall Clock
Hand crafted in the U.S.A. by Terri Floyd. 13” x 13”; bottom pendulum moves with the seconds; made from ¼” thick wood, and cut to the shape of a monarch butterfly. Vibrantly detailed, $52.00
tiny fountain“Rain is the Music of the Garden” Fountain
Tiny, indoor, table-top fountain that produces a pleasant water sound. Quiet pump included. 5” tall x 3 ½” in diameter.  (temp. out-of-stock)  $21.95
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Singing Bird Clock - 9" or 13" green frameAudubon Singing Bird Clock - Beautifully photographed North American song birds make these clocks an attractive addition to any room. Hear one of twelve of the most popular song birds announce each hour, a different bird every hour* (see list below). Complete with light sensor to turn off bird songs when room is dark. Officially licensed by the National Audubon Society. Matte green frame. 3 "AA" Batteries required (not included). Available in 2 sizes:
   ·   9" diameter $21.95
    · 13" diameter $24.95

singing bird clock 13" oak frameAudubon Singing Bird Clock - Beautifully photographed North American song birds make these clocks an attractive addition to any room. Hear one of twelve of the most popular song birds announce each hour, a different bird every hour* (see list below). Complete with light sensor to turn off bird songs when room is dark. Officially licensed by the National Audubon Society. Solid oak frame. 3 "AA" Batteries required (not included).  13" diameter $48.95

* birds heard on Audubon clocks: house finch, American robin, northern mockingbird, blue jay, house wren, tufted titmouse, northern oriole, mourning dove, black-capped chickadee, northern cardinal, white-throated sparrow, and white-breasted nuthatch.
Contempo solar chime by Technacraft“Contempo Style” Chimes by Technacraft - Solar powered chimes activated by the sun’s warm light or strong table lamp. Chime body is made of terra cotta, hanging arm and chimes of aluminum. Available in two finishes: white finish with silver chime, and sand finish with gold chimes. Measures 15”H x 7” diameter base. $72. Terra solar chime from Technacraft“Traditional Style” Chimes by Technacraft - Solar powered chimes activated by the sun’s warm light or strong table lamp. Chime body is made of terra cotta; arm of rusted-finish, stylized metal, and chimes of aluminum. Available in two finishes: terra cotta white with silver chimes, and terra cotta brown with gold chimes. Measures 15”H x 7” diameter base. $72.

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Sunblossom MobilesSolar Mobiles by Sunblossom®
These mobiles incorporate solar technology into an artistic mobile that moves silently and magically with coruscating colors. Activated by sunlight, incandescent & florescent light. They are a perfect gift for those convalescing or for the hearing impaired. An arching metal hook with two quality suction cups is included for display on any window. Truly eye-catching!  Item varies slightly from photo - theme: sea shells. $42.95

Sunblossom SunSpriteSolar SunSprite by Sunblossom®
Bright and lyrical, this chime is a real cutie. It's cousin, the Window Sprite (not pictured), is a simple hanging version that suctions to the window. Both come in assorted warm or cool colors. These chimes incorporate solar technology - activated by sunlight, incandescent & florescent light. Available in 2 styles:
· freestanding with metal stand  $56.95

· window mount with suction cups $46.95

Lars Glass - American Quality

Lars Glass model #cgmThe Calla Garden Mobile, from Lars Glass is a wonderful addition to any garden, sunporch, patio or home. The blown colored glass sphere (5.5" diameter) consists of silver leaf overlay around the mid section and is suspended inside the heavy copper wire that forms a calla lily with leaves. Attached to a swivel permits the piece to rotate in the wind. Approx. 15" x 15", Item #CGM. $77.95 (Available in blue).

"Nature provides the inspiration for my glass and metal creations. As a full-time, independent artist for more than eight years, I design, produce and combine glass with copper or other metals to reflect the products beauty for display in the home or garden," says Larry -  artist.

see more neat Lars Glass
products on our nectar page

Lars Glass model #ogmOriental Garden Mobile, made with a combination of blown glass, copper and steel to reflect an oriental style that can rotate. The steel oriental symbol varies in characters. Available in cobalt blue (shown). Approx. 14" wide x 20" long. Model: OGM #1, $107.95
Sea Life - lovely decor in bronze Humpback whales in bronzeHumpback Whales
Statue: mother and baby in cast bronze with natural hand-painted finish on stone base,   6¾” tall x 3” diameter. $42.95
pair of bronze dolphins on coralDolphins over coral
Mother and baby dolphin in cast bronze with natural hand-painted finish on stone base,   4¾” tall x 3½” in diameter. $36.95
sea turtle in bronzeSea turtle
Statue in cast bronze with natural hand-painted finish on stone base,  4½” tall x 3” in diameter. $34.95

copper clad mailboxCopper Mail Box
Hand-tooled black-capped chickadee with pine cones, and layered over heavy-duty USPS approved standard rural mail box. 9” x 6 ½” x 19”, $144.00 (special order only - please allow 4-weeks for delivery)

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Bovano of Cheshire - fine enameled art

The artistic sculpture below are original works from Bovano of Cheshire, an original American company of craftspeople and designers producing some of the finest handmade vitreous (glass) enamel fused to copper by kiln firing. Treasures, over 50 years in the making. Each piece has three dimensional appeal - depth is typically ½" to ¾".

Proudly crafted in Cheshire, Connecticut USA

White-breasted GrosbeakRose-breasted Grosbeak on limb
item #W-4116
5" x  8"
$75.
Blue JayBlue Jay with pine cone
item #W-4124 
7" x 8"
$75.
GoldfinchGoldfinch with pink Asters
item #W-464
5" x 10"
$75.
Tufted TitmouseTufted Titmouse on pine bough
item #W-4129 
6" x 8"
$75.
GoldfinchGoldfinch on birch
item #W-4177
8"W x 11"H
$90.
MeadowlarkMeadowlark
item #W-4122
6" x 7"
$75.
White-breasted nuthatchWhite-breasted Nuthatch on birch
item #W-4153
8"W x 11"H
$90.
Red-bellied woodpeckerRed-bellied Woodpecker on pine bough
item #W-4119
5" x 7"
$75.
Robin with nestlingsRobin with nestlings
item #W-522
8" x 8"
$120.
sunflowersSunflowers, O glorious sunflowers!
item #F-70
13"W x 22"H
$230.
Monarch ButterflyMonarch Butterfly
item #B-80
6" x 8"
$66.
Monarch Butterfly - open wingMonarch Butterfly - open wings
item #B-3
6"W x 4"H
$48.
blue butterflyRed spotted purple butterfly on Turk's Cap lily
item #B-10
6"W x 15"H
$135.
pansies in clusterPansies in a cluster
item #F-51-YE
3"W x 5"H
$75.
green leafGreen Leaf
item #F-00
6" x 5½"
$42.
Bovano enameled cat figure"Maine coon" cat figure
item #c-402
8½" x 5¾"
$61.
pressed glass window ornamentsGlass Window Ornaments
Pressed glass; and hand-painted ornaments for the tree or window. Includes silk bow tie hanger. Choose from oval or rectangle cardinal, or round blue jay $5.95 each
see also: enameled jewelry by B.E. Erensee also -
enameled jewelry by B.E. Eren »
Pairpoint - since 1837...

shape: front and side view

The history of the Pairpoint Glass Company dates back to 1837 when the Mount Washington Glass Works was founded in South Boston, Massachusetts. Mount Washington merged with Pairpoint Manufacturing in 1894, and has operated under the Pairpoint name ever since. All Pairpoint Glass products are handmade, quantities are limited, and colors vary by piece.

Friendship Orb - green, orange, & blue
The "Orb" is handblown sun-catcher ball with flattened sides and blown glass webs inside the ball. Shown left from two angles to better show you its shape. The new Pairpoint Orb makes a welcome gift and comes in a variety of colors and patterns.
5" ball $25.

friendship orb from PairpointFriendship Orb - blue, pink & white
(see description above right)
approx. 6" diameter ball: $30.
friendship orb from PairpointFriendship Orb - red, white, & green
(see description above right)
approx. 6" diameter ball $30.
Made In The Lovely State of Wisconsin

Open Windows by Silver Creek is a family-owned and operated business that is committed to creating fabulous hand-painted art glass – right here in America – another fine company based in Wisconsin.

Open Windows item H005Hummingbird in Oval, Cathedral Glass, Vertical Stained Glass Panel by Open Windows  A hummingbird and fuchsia are hand-painted on Cathedral Hammered Art Glass -- a premium feature available exclusively from Silver Creek Industries! This exquisite double-strength art glass has a surface texture similar to hammered brass or copper; its sparkling dimensional richness lends an authentic stained glass look to this panel. Wood-framed in high-quality Wisconsin hardwood, this H-size vertical panel measures 14½" wide x 18" high, and comes with two frame-top hooks for hanging. Frame finish: Medium Oak. Item #H-005, $49.
A. Traylor - artist hand crafted stained glass suncatchers
All items designed and handcrafted by the artist. Please allow for minor variations in design and color. Angelika’s designs reflect her love of rich color, and themes from nature. She began working with glass in 1980, and each piece is meticulously crafted with attention to both quality design and construction. Her work has been featured in a variety of trade and popular publications, including Women's Day magazine. Panels measure: 6 ¼ x 6 ¼ inches. $38. each
suncatcher: sunflower suncatcher: bird
suncatcher: purple butterfly suncatcher: dragonfly
suncatcher: cream butterfly with dark tips suncatcher: bloomnote: the blue-gray glass surrounding each primary design is actually clear glass - photos were taken on a semi-cloudy day as the pieces hung from our front windows.
tapestry wall hangingTapestry Wall Hanging by Manual Woodworkers and Weavers
12” x 48”; self wooden hanger; tasseled bottom; features pairs of four favorite songbirds: American robin, American goldfinch, northern cardinal, and black-capped chickadee. Hand crafted in the U.S.A., $22.00 (temp. out of stock)

[click here to see enlarged view of weave]

coir welcome matWelcome to Our Nest
For out door spirit and charm. Heavy-duty “coir” door mat. 20” x 30”, $27.50
[unfamiliar with coir? learn more »]

gifts: great ideas for someone special (to you)
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click here to see our entire collection

Recently, a J.J. Cardinal customer tucked a “hope” blessing ring inside a card and mailed it to every family member. She had tied a thin yellow silk ribbon to each ring. What a thoughtful gesture and a way to pull her family together in a time of need.

Blessing Rings: For your pocket, key chain, or necklace

Blessing Rings are versatile little quarter-size charms that can be worn as jewelry, stacked on key loops, and kept in a pocket. Blessing Rings are made out of pewter, and are inscribed with a special message; for instance, healing ring says “inner peace” on the reverse side. Healing ring would be a lovely gift for someone you know that is in need of peaceful assurance. On the friendship ring, friends forever is inscribed. On the dream Blessing Ring you will find: anything possible on the reverse side.  See entire collection »

Each Blessing Ring is only $2.50 (Minimum order: $7.50 + shipping).

a line drawing by Louise Dawson
line drawing of wren by Louise Dawson

blessing rings front and back for teachers & Mom

left - Blessing Rings for Mom & your favorite teachers
(red heart and green apple affect added by web-guy)

see more blessing ring designs .... click here to see more Blessing Ring designs

Heartwood Creations presents.....

Secret Boxes - ideal for stashing special treasuresSecret Boxes by Heartwood Creations are crafted so meticulously that their hand-fit dovetail lids remain a visual mystery to the untrained eye. Once the dovetail lid is discovered, it can be opened by sliding it away to reveal a hidden compartment. Crafted from woods such as teak, walnut, and cherry; decorated with an intricate inlayed design. Priced from $9.75
puzzles Audubon Bird Puzzles - challenging puzzles. Choose from: Cardinal & Blue Jay. Each one contains over 500 pieces, made of the highest quality paper and premium “green board” for a crisp satisfying “snap” when each piece is placed. Only $10.95 each.
panoramic jigsaw puzzle Panoramic Jigsaw Puzzle - North American Wildlife Over 500 pieces. Actual size 11½" x 35½", $12.95
Bird-opoly! a board game Bird-opoly! a game based on our fabulous feathered friends. Game play is for 2-6 players, ages 8 and up. It has all the fun of a traditional property trading game with some fancy flying twists and turns. The game features backyard, rare, and favorite birds of North America and each Bird Deed is filled with fun facts about the bird. $26.95  [enlarged view]
Garden-opoly! another neat board game! Garden-opoly! An organic property trading game that will grow on you! Players buy garden favorites, collect clay pots and trade them in for greenhouses. Sounds easy enough but add aphid infestation, your water bill and a dandelion outbreak and it becomes a little more difficult and a lot more fun! $26.95  temp. out of stock [enlarged view]
memory game Birds of North America Memory Card Game - This 100-piece memory card game is a great learning tool for ages 3 through adult. Knowing how to identify birds by sight is key to becoming familiar with different species. This beautiful collection of photos provides an enjoyable & educational experience that will benefit birders of all ages. $12.95

Butterflies of North America Playing CardsButterflies of North America Playing Cards 15 beautiful photos on top-quality playing cards, $4.95

singing birdsSinging Birds - with real bird song recordings. Learn to identify birds with these lifelike songbird, water bird, and bird-of-prey stuffed novelties. Authentic bird songs by the prestigious Cornell Lab of Ornithology. Batteries included and replaceable. $6.99
» more info - list of species available

At Independence Elementary in Clarkston, MI, Jennifer's 4th grade class knows that when the blue jay (nicknamed Blueberry Squawkers) sings the “Jay, Jay!” song they have exactly six squawks to be seated and ready for class. What a fun and playful use of these adorable stuffed songbirds! Thanks for sharing this story with Jennifer, & teaching children the birds’ songs.

Audubon "talking bluebird"

« Eastern bluebird, one of the Audubon singing & "talking" birds from Wild Republic (details, far left).

Zen Garden - The word Zen, is Sanskrit for meditation. This small sand and stone garden will help you clear your mind to help achieve a state of harmony. 11” x 7” x 1½” sage green ceramic dish, white sand, tumbled rocks, and wood garden rake included. $18.95

Zen Garden
Bird Nerd bumper stickerBird Nerd Bumper Sticker
Removable bumper sticker for the birder that has everything! 10” x 3”, $2.95
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writing paper, pens, leather portfolios

Bookmarks by Ron and Julie Flint From San Juan Islands, WA the couple enjoys woodworking and creating pieces of art using hand selected of hardwoods. Each bookmark features rich inlaid designs. Hand rubbed to a beautiful finish, without stains. Allow us to select one for you!  6½" x 1" to ¾" x 5-5/8"  $5.95

awesome hardwood bookmarks with precise inlaid accents

Songbird Notecards from Impact GraphicsNotecards - attractive photos on quality card stock by Impact Graphics - 6 notecards with envelopes 5" x 6½". $3.95 each. Select from 3 sets:

 

  • Songbirds of N. America

  • Owls of N. America

  • Waterfowl of North America

Notecards from Impact Graphics Acorn Designs: stationary and writing journalsAcorn Designs stationary and writing journals printed with vegetable oil-based inks on 100% post-consumer unbleached paper. Per U.S. standards paper need only have 10% post-consumer waste to be called recycled. Acorn uses 100%! Wrapped in biodegradable cellophane. Contains 12 printed sheets, blank sheets, and envelopes; sheet size is 5½ inches by 8½ inches; journals are spiral bound, and contain 140 pages. priced from $11.95
Birdwatcher's Pocket CompanionThe Pocket Size Birdwatcher’s Companion Book
Perfect little pocket size book for carrying into the field. Record sightings, observation notes, behavior, and special events seen while in the field. 5¾” x 4½”, spiral bound hard cover. $9.95
magnetic note padsMagnetic Note Pads - makes a great shopping list for the refrigerator.  Select your favorite songbird: Eastern bluebird, ruby-throated hummingbird. 3" x 9".
$8.95 each

see also, "Chorus Line" note pad above

Vilmain Solid Pewter Photograph StandsVilmain Solid Pewter Photograph Stands
What an easy way to keep those little mementos close at hand. "Meow" $21.00  
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   Backyard Birds Ruler
   12-inches of our favorite, colorful, backyard birds, $2.95
backyard birds ruler

 

gifts for your pet
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By Nature is a new line of pet foods which comes to us from a small New England company who makes high-quality foods and treats for pets. They are deeply rooted in the tradition of the family farm, and have a rich heritage of providing diets of the highest quality, using only good ingredients that deliver the best nutritional benefits to our pets. All products are formulated to help support your pet’s natural defenses against the effects of aging, illness, physical and environmental stress. No synthetic additives, hormones, dyes, preservatives, pesticides, or herbicides.

Shown: Chicken & Mackerel - 6 oz. canned cat food.

Please call for pricing and availability:
canned cat food starts at $1.36
dogs $1.85

One-pound sample bag dry food, both animals, $2.99

toll free customer order line: 1-866-818-6295

by nature canned catfood

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Health of Cherries & Berries
The healthy benefits attributed to tart cherries and berries continue to spread and grow as our population chooses natural and functional foods to support healthier lifestyles. Scientists and researchers have confirmed that cherries and berries are loaded with naturally-occurring compounds that are great for maintaining health. Overby Farm has worked closely with university experts and practicing veterinarians in capturing these healthy benefits for our companion animals. Research at Michigan State University’s Bioactive Natural Products and Phytoceuticals Laboratory identified that the natural enzymes and antioxidant compounds in cherries may help relieve pain and inflammation associated with normal daily exercise and activity. These findings led to several patents and an exclusive relationship with Michigan State University.
Overby Farm HipBonesHip Bones™ - The Original Cherry Dog Treat from Overby Farms - made with Tart Cherry Concentrate & Natural Ingredients, Hip Bones™ are uniquely formulated with healthy bone & joint ingredients like tart cherry concentrate, bioflavonoids, fiber, calcium, flax seed and antioxodants! Hip Bones™ smell and taste delicious! Your pal will love ‘em (even if they are healthy)!  Made in Michigan, USA.
17.6 oz. re-sealable pouch
$8.95
Overby Farm - Hip-Flex - felineHip Flex™ Feline by Overby Farms of Michigan  - soft chewable nibs with salmon and tuna added to entice even the pickiest of cats. 6 oz. $12.95

 

testimonials:
My dog has more pep to her step since we’ve been feeding her Hip Bones™!” – Ron from Florida

"My dog would toss around and play with other treats I’ve fed him. With Hip Boneshe hovers over them like he’s protecting gold - then gobbles them up!” – Beth from Michigan

Made in Michigan - for Your Pets

Overby Farm - Hip-Flex - canineHip Flex™ Canine by Overby Farms of Michigan  - a soft chewable treat to promote joint health in active dogs. No wheat, no corn, no soy. 9.5 oz. $15.95
cat stopThe CatStop - prevents your cat from catching and killing wild birds simply and safely - acts as a barrier between your cat and a target bird. CatStop gently interferes with your cat's keen hunting skills. CatStop folds over a safety collar and is secured by hook and loop closures for easy on/off action. Cats can run, jump, climb trees, eat, drink, (and be merry) in their CatStops. $8.95 "must read" books for dog and cat loversUtterly Lovable Dogs
Aren’t they gorgeous? Just look at these amazing animal pictures of loyalty, unconditional love, proud independence, and very, very cute faces. 
Helen Exley (Only dog book in-stock)
$9.00
puzzles catsSassy Cat Puzzles - awesome quality, 500-count jig saw puzzles. Delight the cat lover in your life with one or all of these. Hours of fun.. $9.95 Hide-A-SquirrelHide-A-Squirrel™ Plush Puppy Puzzle Dog Toy - will not only keep pets occupied and eliminate boredom, but they also develop a dog's intelligence and puzzle-solving skills. Just hide the soft plush squirrels inside the plush log for dogs to remove over and over again. Durable and long lasting. Toy size: 6½"W x 7½"H x6½"D. (temp. out-of-stock) $13.99
Audio selectionmulti-media reference & field guides (DVD, CD, VHS formats)

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Backyard Birdsong - A Guide to Listening by Donald Kroodsma
Get to know birds by ear with this engaging book. Listen to 75 species from Eastern and Central North America with the touch of a button as you read about their descriptions, songs, and calls. Vivid full-color illustrations, 8-3/8” x 7-3/8”, requires three AAA batteries, included. $24.95

More info: traditional printed field guides and
other birding reference material can be found at our books page »»

Backyard Birdsong Guide - an audio field guide
Identiflyer Singing Alarm ClockIdentiflyer Singing Alarm Clock - The clock has its own special card: Songbird Serenade. The alarm will awaken you to the gentle & beautiful bird songs every morning. The clock will play all of the song cards (below). It's portable, move it from the bedroom to the den, kitchen or office and it will sing a bird song every hour. - The clock measures 7½" x 3½" x 3½". - You can select and play individual bird songs. Uses 3 AAA Alkaline Batteries (Not Included). $42.95 Identiflyer audio accessoryIdentiflyer Audio Bird Song Dictionary - To use the Identiflyer just slide a card into the player and and press the button next to the bird's picture. You will hear the birds song clearly and and you can play it as often as you wish. Included: song player, 2 song cards (Yardbird series 1 & 2), Identiflyer Guide, earbud for private listening, 3-AAA batteries. $32.95
Identiflyer CaseIdentiflyer Cooler Carry Case - holds player and 17 of your favorite audio song cards. $15.95 Identiflyer Song CardsAdditional Song Cards - $10.95 each (except multi-card sets as noted): YardBirds Eastern, YardBirds Western, Birds of the Forest, Birds of the Field and Meadow, Birds of the Marsh and Wetlands, Birds of the Night, The Calling Card - Calls that attract other birds, Birds of the Seashore, Birds of Lakes and Rivers, Fabulous Frogs, Birds of the Southwest Card One, Raptors (series 1, 2, 3), Four-card eastern warbler set ($45.95), Two-card western warbler set ($20.95).
iFlyer Bird Song Wand - Simply press a button, scan a barcode and iFlyer plays a high-quality digital recording of a bird's song. These "ScanCodes" are printed in a pocket-sized "ScanBook" which includes gorgeous bird illustrations along with mnemonic cues to help you remember the songs.

The iFlyer system includes:

• Digital recordings of the songs and calls for 206 birds and 10 frogs
• The 54 page ScanBook with illustrations to help you recognize birds by sight, and mnemonic phrases to help you remember the songs
• 216 SongCode labels to be placed in field guides, books and on photos (additional SongCode labels are available for purchase separately)
• A built-in speaker with volume control
• 2 AAA batteries
• Wrist lanyard
• Holster with belt loop
• CarryCase with shoulder strap

The iFlyer:  $99.95

iWand: the iFlyer SystemiFlyer puts 216 bird and frog songs at your fingertips. It is light-weight and portable, for use at home, in the classroom, in the backyard or on bird walks. It includes a wide selection of the most common eastern and western birds organized by habitat, species and geographical area.
Solitudes® - inspired by nature, founded by Dan Gibson who has recorded nature's voices - from moonlit, northern forests to sun-baked deserts in the southwest, and crashing Pacific coasts. Popular for those seeking therapeutic stress relief, sleeping assistance, and/or meditation. Please call for details regarding current inventory or selection (toll free) 1-866-818-6295. Special orders only - allows 2 weeks for delivery. Solitudes - inspired by Nature

Dan Gibson’s Solitudes - “brighten your environment with birdsong”.
Dan’s latest recording, and we think it is a masterpiece, offers surround-sounds experience with 64-times the audio depth of a normal CD. It is really the next best thing to being there. Features some of our most beautiful songbirds: Amer. Robin, indigo bunting, wood thrush, white-throated sparrow, and more. Natural sounds without music; program time 71:44, $15.95

Dan Gibson's Solitudes: "songbirds"
Screen Saver - North American BirdsImage Screen Saver (for PC's & MAC's) - wall paper for your computer! Featuring interpretive text & perpetual calendar.  Two themes available: Hummingbirds of North America (33 hummer images - far right) Birds of N. America (50 assorted bird images and bird calls - near right). $12.95 each Screen Saver - North American Hummingbirds
CD: Birding By EarPeterson Field Guide to Birding by Ear: Eastern/Central
A Guide to Bird Song Identification Revised Richard K. Walton & Robert W. Lawson, Foreword by Roger Tory Peterson - Two compact discs (CD) + 64-page booklet b&w illustrations. Birding by Ear uses an educational and entertaining method for learning bird songs. Instead of merely providing a catalog of bird song samples, Birding by Ear actually teaches. 85 species found east of the Rockies. $30.
CD: More Birding By EarPeterson Field Guide to More Birding by Ear: Eastern/Central Revised Richard K. Walton & Robert W. Lawson $ 30.00, paper + compact disc 3 compact discs + 64-page booklet b&w illustrations. Just as the original Birding by Ear audio introduces listeners to a unique method of learning and remembering bird songs, More Birding by Ear employs these proven techniques for ninety-six additional species of birds found east of the Rockies.
CD: Birding By Ear - westernPeterson Field Guide to Birding by Ear: Western
A Guide to Bird Song Identification Richard K. Walton & Robert W. Lawson Foreword by Roger Tory Peterson $ 30.00, compact disc 3 compact discs, 178 minutes, box: 5 1/4 x 8 3/4 64-page book, b&w illustrations, Birding by Ear points out exactly what to listen for to tell one bird from another, eliminating trial and error. Designed as a companion to the Peterson Field Guide to the Western Birds, Birding by Ear: Western is not only educational but delightful to listen to. $30.
DVD: Guide to bluebirdsA Sam’s Guide to Bluebirds Enjoy the Captivating Beauty and Sounds of North America’s Bluebirds - DVD + CD-ROM. Bluebirds are found only in N. America. Enjoy learning more about how these birds raise their families. Know the threats they face. This fun-to-use guide will help you learn all about opening and managing your own bluebird house or trail, an important step in supporting bluebird populations. Package includes: DVD • Species profiles • How-to Videos — Selecting a bluebird box — Mounting and predator control — Care and management — Making your own bluebird box • Special Feature: a 35 min. movie on mountain bluebirds by Helen Johnson CD-ROM • Species profiles, photographs & video clips • Bluebird boxes, nest monitoring and care • Predator control • Feeding • Bluebird trails • Other Cavity nesters • Quick reference guides • Plans for 2 different style bluebird houses. System requirements for CD-ROM: PC: Windows 95, 98, ME, 2000 or later; Pentium III at 500 MHz or faster Apple Macintosh: OS 8.6, 9.2, OSX; G3 500 MHz or faster. $24.95
Cassettes: Stokes Field Guide to Bird SongsStokes Field Guide to Bird Songs: Eastern Region
Lang Elliott with Donald & Lillian Stokes, Boxed 3 cassette compilation, 3½ hours of audio. Case: 5" x 8¾". The Eastern Region covers 372 species. Informative 64-page booklets give precise call and song descriptions of all species covered, plus helpful hints on distinguishing sounds of similar species. $29.98
CD-ROM: "Our Birds - Warblers"Our Birds: Warblers by Peter W. Thayer
CD-ROM CD-ROM for Windows full-color photographs, videos, maps Thayer Birding Software. Easy to use—and perfect for newer birders. Our Birds will help sharpen your birding skills as well as help you keep track of the birds you see. To top it all off, Petey the Parrot will even pronounce each bird’s name for you. System Requirements: Windows 98, ME, 2000 Pro or XP; Pentium 233 processor or equivalent; 64 MB RAM; CD-ROM drive; 30 MB on hard drive. Some extra features require Internet access. $19.95
Cassette: Know Your Bird Sounds, vol. 2Know Your Bird Sounds, Volume Two: Birds of the Countryside by Lang Elliott. Cassette + booklet, slipcased, 5½" x 5", 45-page booklet. Learn the languages of 35 common countryside birds in this unique 65-minute audio guide and accompanying 48-page booklets. $16.95 CD: "Our Birds - Florida"Our Birds: Florida by Peter W. Thayer
CD-ROM CD-ROM for Windows full-color photographs, videos, maps Thayer Birding Software. Easy to use—and perfect for newer birders. Our Birds will help sharpen your birding skills as well as help you keep track of the birds you see. To top it all off, Petey the Parrot will even pronounce each bird’s name for you. System Requirements: Windows 98, ME, 2000 Pro or XP; Pentium 233 processor or equivalent; 64 MB RAM; CD-ROM drive; 30 MB on hard drive. Some extra features require Internet access. $24.95
DVD: Hooked On HummingbirdsHooked On Hummingbirds by Thomas H. Kaminski -- Spectacular, close-up footage in slow motion, stop motion, and real time shows hummers flying, feeding, fighting, and nesting as you’ve never seen them before. You’ll be treated to the amazing sight of a hummer building her nest, heartwarming scenes of a hatchling being fed, and the humorous attempt of a chick trying to avoid fouling its nest.
$22.95, DVD format, 53 minutes.
VHS: Watching WarblersWatching Warblers video by Michael Male and Judy Fieth
A video guide to the warblers of Eastern North America. Close up motion pictures and state-of-the-art synchronized sound give you a new way to enjoy birds and to polish your identification skills. The film explores the lives of the 39 warbler species that nest in Eastern North America. VHS format, 60 minutes. $34.95
VHS: How to Start Watching BirdsHow to Start Watching Birds Your Lifetime Ticket to the Theater of Nature
This 90-minute video shows you everything you need to know so that you can start birding right away. Cover topics such as: birdfeeding, how to identify and find birds, ABA (American Birding Association) rules, how binoculars work and how to use them, field guide selection, and more, $29.95
Audio CD: Purple Martin Dawn SongPurple Martin Dawn Song For attracting martins! Play this CD early morning to attract martins to nest boxes. Actual Cornell Lab recordings. $21.95
Cassette: Bird Sounds from National Geo. & CornellNational Geographic Society Guide to Bird Sounds
Cornell Laboratory of Ornithology - Audio: 2 cassettes, 86 minutes, plastic case: 6" x 6 ¾" with 6-page booklet from Cornell Laboratory of Ornithology. The recordings are keyed to page numbers in the second edition of the National Geographic Field Guide. The third edition has substantially different page numbers that do not match with these recordings. Emphasized are elusive birds and confusing songs—179 species from across the United States, 120 of which are eastern, are included.$ 19.95
CD: Wildlife IdentificationWildlife Identification by Sound by Dan Gibson of Solitudes. Compact disc 3-disc set, approx. 3 hours, offers superb recordings of over 170 species from across North America, and provides fascinating insight into the man who recorded them. Features the sounds of warblers, thrushes, sparrows, wrens, owls, loons, ducks, geese, hawks, gulls, seals, elk, wolves, amphibians and much more. $ 30.00 VHS: Building Homes For BatsThe Bat House Builder’s Video by Merlin D. Tuttle 
Bat houses now provide vital roosting habitat for bats throughout North America. In this video, you and Bat Conservation International founder Merlin Tuttle will visit America’s most successful bat house users, who have attracted thousands of bats to backyards, parks, and farms. $23.95, VHS 26 minutes.
CD-ROM: Butterflies The Butterflies of North America
A Natural History and Field Guide
by Dr. James A. Scott 
This monumental work covers all North American butterfly species. It is also a complete natural history, fully describing the biological and ecological world of butterflies in general. 679 species are illustrated with over 4,500 beautiful full-color photographs, with many illustrating the various life forms in natural habitat. With hundreds of field maps, figures illustrating stages and parts, extensive discussion of everything from evolution to host plants, this CD-ROM contains more information than it may be possible to include in a single book. In addition, it contains video footage, enchanting music, full text search capability, and much more. CD-ROM for Windows (check system compatibility). $ 61.95
CD-ROM: Great Lakes Amphibians, Reptiles & MammalsAmphibians, Reptiles, and Mammals of the Great Lakes
CD-ROM CD-ROM for Windows & Macintosh. Sound, interactivity, animation, and slideshow make learning about these animals fun. The subject is brought close to home with complete and current biological descriptions of all of the amphibians, reptiles, and mammals found in the Great Lakes. Explore a virtual Great Lakes wetland where you will encounter animal signs, sights, and sounds. Subject areas include ecology, reproduction, behavior, evolution, signs, and vocalization. Requirements: Windows 95/98 or higher, 16MB RAM, 800X600 high color display, 16-bit soundcard, 4X CD-ROM. Macs: System 7. $44.99
VHS: Wild About WildflowersWild About Wildflowers - video, by Michigan Department of Natural Resources. How to choose, plant, grow, and enjoy native American wildflowers and grasses in your own yard. Learn to identify native wildflowers and grasses; choose plants for sun or shade; learn how to prepare sites for plantings, and how to restore prairie grasslands. VHS format, 50 minutes. $19.95 VHS - Summer WildflowersSummer Wild Flowers of the Eastern Forests
by C. Ritchie Bell & Anne H. Lindsey -- This video provides a sample of the beautiful and varied wild flowers found during the summer months throughout the eastern forests. $12.50, VHS 45 minutes.
DVD: Volcano Eyewitness DVD: Volcano
Volcano explodes the myths surrounding Earth’s violent nature. Journey to the most inhospitable regions of the planet, where rock melts, and all life trembles. Witness the destructive effects of volcanoes and earthquakes—and all the life-giving results of their aftermath. DVD format, approx. 35 minutes, full-color photography. $12.99 (temp. out of stock)
DVD: WeatherEyewitness DVD: Weather
Weather takes you on a whirlwind tour of Earth’s turbulent atmosphere and reveals the forces that make the day fair or foul. From hurricane to heat wave, weather is the most closely watched wild card in nature—yet it can still baffle us every day. DVD format, approx. 35 minutes full-color photography. $12.99 (temp. out of stock)
VHS: fall colorFall Color Trees of the Eastern Forests
by C. Ritchie Bell & Anne H. Lindsey This video helps you get behind the scenes of the dramatic annual hardwood forest color change to become better acquainted with some of the major characters—the maples, ashes, elms, oaks, and hickories. This is a colorful and informative non-technical video. VHS 30 minutes. $19.95
DVD: Rocks & MineralsEyewitness DVD: Rock & Mineral  
Rock & Mineral shatters the stone’s reputation for “rock-solid” permanence. Discover how rocks keep a constantly changing record of our planet’s fascinating history, and see how minerals are at the very core of our civilization. DVD format, approx. 35 minutes full-color photography, $12.99 (temp. out of stock)

see also:
our "books" pages at this site offer a wide selection of printed field guides and more!

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stummped for ideas? gift certificates may be the answerGift Certificates from J.J. Cardinal's - one-size-fits all...and perfect for any occasion. Do you have a relative who loves nature? A gift certificate is the perfect gift and we'll help you get it to that special someone just in time. Issued in any $$ amount you desire; attractively printed on hard card-stock. Obviously there are no shipping charges on gift certificates! 

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