Beautiful - and Functional - Hand-painted Wood Bowls

From Florida to Washington comes the colorful artwork of Janis Childs.  Her hand-painted wood salad bowls and servers are absolutely gorgeous.  And best of all, they stand the test of time!

Lemons on blue background, 12" salad bowl and matching servers

Janis hand paints each bowl individually, without using a stencil or pattern.  Each is done from scratch, making each a unique work of art.

Using hard woods like beech or maple, they are also extremely durable.  Janis began painting her bowls in 1990.  She has customers who are still using bowls they purchased way back then!

Olive-themed 12" salad bowl and servers

Janis uses a finish that is a water-based urethane.  It is proposition 65 compliant, which makes them food safe.  Janis says, "I tell people to use them as they would any finished wooden bowl."

Sea shells themed 12" salad bowl with matching servers

The bowls are available in a 12" diameter, as well as a 15" diameter.  The 12" is great for most purposes for daily life.  The 15" is best for larger families or party settings.

We currently have three 12" bowls in stock and one 15" bowl, so stop by to see the difference yourself.

This item is currently out of stock.  Just call and we'll order it for you!  Give us 3 weeks for the artist to paint it just for you.

15" salad bowl featuring a vegatable theme, with matching servers

Janis writes the care method on the bottom of each bowl, so it can never get lost.  Treat these bowls as you would any other wood bowl.  Hand wash and dry.  That's it!

For weddings, house warmings, gardeners, or anyone who likes to eat salad - these bowls are a beautiful, enduring gift they will cherish for years to come.

Though currently sold, this item can be ordered.

Jeff and Manya
MaJeGallery.com

Creative Wedding Gifts for Every Budget

Aluminum and Glass wreath

Many of our customers refuse to buy wedding gifts based on the bridal registry.  "It's too boring!", they exclaim!  And so they come to MaJe Gallery to find something meaningful, beautiful, and handmade!  

And the best part - we have a great gift for every budget!

Take this lovely aluminum and glass wreath by Washington artist Celeste Stuhring.  What a perfect gift for the wine-loving couple who are setting up house together.  And since aluminum doesn't rust or tarnish, it hangs equally well outdoors too.  It's 15" in diameter.  $74.99.

Currently sold out - but available on order.

Hand-sculpted clay

This hand-sculpted clay vase is called "The Flame."  A great gift for a couple who are proclaiming the flame of their love to the world through their marriage.  It stands 15" tall x 9" wide.

It's actually two separate pieces, that fit snugly inside each other - another metaphor for a great partnership!  Both pieces can hold water and live flowers, but it is also very lovely simply as a sculpture.  Made in Washington by Barry McAlister.  $225.

Original 10" x 8" acrylic painting on canvas

It sometimes feels tricky to buy original art for someone else, but if you know they love colorful things, this could be a real winner.  It is a great size (10" x 8") to tuck into a lonely spot on any wall.  And what a lovely message to send to the new couple! Oregon artist Julie Terrell painted this, and has others like it as well.  $64.

Currently sold out - but available on order.

Stemless wine glasses with heart embellishments

If your budget is smaller, check out this charming pair of stemless wine glasses with fused glass heart embellishments.  One red heart and one blue heart is just perfect for the newlyweds!  No wine charms necessary, as these are permanently adhered to the glass itself.  Made in Washington by Celeste Stuhring.  Get the pair for $40.

Currently sold out - but available on order.

Mosaic Mirror

For a spectacular gift for a special couple, a mosaic mirror by mosaic master Angie Heinrich from Seattle is an excellent choice.  This one features a brick red and gold color palette, but many other color choices are available upon request.  

This classic oval shape measures 18" x 22".  The mosaics consist of hand-made Italian glass tiles, and glass and metal beads.  Angie studied mosaic-making with masters in Italy and Spain, and her meticulous attention to detail shows that training.  $370.

Currently sold out - but available on order.

Copper and steel fused between two sheets of glass make distinctive vases.

Size Options

5" bud vase $55.00 USD 7" bud vase $65.00 USD 9" bud vase $75.00 USD One of each size $186.00 USD

A small but elegant gift is one of these bud vases.  Made by fusing copper and steel between two sheets of glass, they are the same on both sides.  A simple metal stand holds them up.  When copper is heated up, all the gorgeous and rich colors come out that you see here, and steel turns black.

Made in Washington by Charlton Glass, each is signed by the artist.  Get just one, or choose the trio to make a bolder statement.

Trio of fused glass art platters

Art Glass is beloved by both men and women alike, which makes it a particularly lovely gift for a couple.  These unique Art Glass Bowls by Washington artist Heidi VanderWerff are just the ticket.  Available in a variety of colors such as mixed brights (top left), Red (top right), and Ocean (bottom), you can find a color to compliment any decor.

Each bowl measures approximately 12.5" in diameter.  Completely functional, it sits evenly on a tabletop.  It can also be placed on an easel for display purposes.

Choose a creative and distinctive gift for your next wedding!  Let us help you find the perfect gift at MaJe Gallery!

Jeff and Manya
Your Beauty Ambassadors

MaJeGallery.com