by Joi on August 20, 2010
Coastal Drive Stretched Canvas Print
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Sigh. Is this or is this not one of the most stunningly beautiful canvas prints you’ve ever seen. Suffice to say I want one for every room of our house. That’s not too extreme is it?
The beauty of this art print is the way it transports you to another place, another time – basically, somewhere besides the pile of things to do that mock you incessantly. You almost feel the crisp air that the couple feels and you lose yourself in their experience. Everything about it is perfect, from the color of her dress to the wheels on the car…. stunning.
by Joi on August 11, 2010
The Walk The Talk Penguins Framed Desktop Print
above, which I love muchly btw, stars a gorgeous cast of penguins with a breathtaking sunset at their backs. They are, of course, dressed for success, as they follow their confident leader along the shoreline.
Message: Take the initiative and lead the way. You can make the difference.
I love the practice of starting each day with 1 shot of motivation and… oh, I dunno… 2,600 shots of coffee*. Click through the following link to take a closer look at this wonderful desktop motivation print. While on the site, check out the other motivational prints, ceramic coffee mugs, posters, desktop accessories, etc. I have to give them the “Name of the Month” honors, too (“Successories”): Walk The Talk Penguins Framed Desktop Print
*More on Mondays.
Muhammad Ali- Gym Framed Poster
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Since I was around 16 years old, I have collected inspirational quotes. Whether reading a book, watching a movie or I Love Lucy reruns, I am on a constant scavenger’s hunt for motivational, funny, or inspirational quotes. Words fascinate me, and when they’re arranged in such a way that you feel moved mentally, emotionally, spiritually, or all of the above – it’s a joy ride I’ll take every time.
I guess that’s why I love motivational art prints so much. They turn these joy rides into works of art.
The great Muhammad Ali quote in the motivational art print above says:
“Champions are made from something they have deep inside them, a desire, a dream, a vision. They have to have last-minute stamina, they have to be a little faster, they have to have the skill and the will. But the will must be stronger than the skill.”
Keep Calm and Carry On Giclee Print
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Love this saying and I’m all kinds of crazy about the art print. This print is available in different styles (posters, prints…) and a whole slew of colors. I chose red because it, like totally goes with the colors of the blog. Sue me. Girl, first. Professional, second. More like ninety-second.
Click through to see the other colors. This has become one of my favorite mantras. Recently, I reminded myself of it while playing hide and seek with a favorite designer handbag. I won in the end but, man, that bag has some serious hiding skills.
Imagination Poster
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The gorgeous Imagination Poster above says, “Keep your eyes on the stars, and your feet on the ground.” Great advice. Great poster!
I love having quotes, words, and pictures near my workspace to inspire and motivate me. Some days need it more than others, right? Given the popularity of motivational and inspirational posters for the office, apparently I’m not alone.
One of my favorite motivational sayings (actually it’s just one word) is written on an index card and hangs on a cork board above my desk. The word is GAMBARU. It’s Japanese for “Never ever give up, even and especially when there’s no chance of winning.” You can read more about it in an article on my Self Help website.
I was up against something a few days ago and I must have glanced at the word (which I wrote in bright different colors) about 100 times. Once, I found myself just staring at it. I guess I expected a magical Japanese Genie to pop off of the card and lend a hand.
Sadly that never happened. Would have made for an excellent story. But I did win the epic battle I was facing at that moment. Gambaru!
by Joi on January 18, 2010
Charles Chaplin World Funny Man Poster Framed Art Print
I always like the unexpected, and this art print is definitely unexpected… and fun. Fun’s always a welcome guest in any office. Charlie Chaplin would make an excellent office companion – he doesn’t pop his gum, won’t steal your candy, and won’t snitch on you if you leave a few minutes early.
Dimensions:
- Print Size is 36 x 18 in.
- Image Size 34.5 x 16.5 in.
- Frame Size 44.25 x 26.25in.
Vintage Hollywood designs are always in style and give a room personality as well as an air of class. Click through the link for more art prints, but I’m not sure you’ll do any better than Charlie. He’s the bee’s knees.
by Joi on December 9, 2009
At the risk of getting personal, when you get right down to it – we’re all pretty much amused by ourselves. The sight of ourselves on a personalized gift such as the Personalized Mouse Pad featuring your own Golf Magazine Coverabove falls under the category “hoot.” If you’re finishing up your Christmas shopping (or you haven’t even begun…what?!?!) and you’re wanting something extremely unique and personal – I have the website for you. These people are nuts and I like it.
You provide a photograph of the individual (or their pet) – then you decide if you want to present them with a poster of the personalized magazine, a framed picture, a t-shirt, or a mousepad – such as this one.
From the Website:
YourCover started in 2000 with the belief that everyone deserves to star on his or her very own magazine cover. Initially, YourCover had its employees creating each issue individually, using photos and information provided by customers. This process of making fake magazine covers was highly labor intensive – and the price point reflected the considerable labor cost.
In order to lower the price of our personalized magazine covers, we renovated our site to enable users to create their own fake magazine covers online. The revised YourCover site debuted in June 2006; now, with our fully automated and interactive site, you may log in to YourCover.com and create a magazine cover – by simply uploading your own photos and adding text (using our templates and text suggestions).
YourCover professionally prints our full-color fake magazine covers on heavy glossy paper and places them in deluxe frames for shipping. Personalized magazine covers are unique gift ideas and make memorable party favors or distinctive table centerpieces. Make your own magazine cover at FREE Shipping on all orders!
. It’s a clever way to celebrate and commemorate an important person, occasion or milestone. And it’s a unique keepsake that’s sure to be remembered and enjoyed long after the event has passed.
Click HERE to get started on your very own fake magazine covers… create unique birthday gifts, personalized bridal gifts or personalized friendship gifts for the important people in your life!
by Joi on November 17, 2009
The Son of Man, 1964 Framed Art Print
Magritte, Rene
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In a comment, Daisy pointed out how the Funky Wooden Cabinet (3 posts down) reminded her of the painting, The Son of Man, 1964. It totally does!
These would be out of this world grouped together. Sure, you might creep some people out of their wits… but that’s a chance you’re willing to take.
Click through the image above for other options with this great print. It’s available framed, unframed, as a stretched canvas, and simply as an art print.
by Joi on November 17, 2009
