Sylvia Thornell
Corban was born and grew up in Warren County just
south of Vicksburg, Mississippi. She studied art at
Hinds Junior College under Professor Louis Walsh,
who instilled in her a life-long love of art and
knowledge of studio technique. Sylvia earned a
F.F.A. from the University of Southern Mississippi,
and then spent nine years teaching art in public
schools. Feeling the need to develop further as an
artist, she gave up teaching to devote more time to
painting.
Her highly
realistic paintings, rendered exclusively in
watercolor, are grounded in her close observation
of, and deep love for, her Gulf Coast home. She
vividly captures on paper the rhythms, scenes and
specific details of that unique region which
stretches from the bayous of Louisiana across
Mississippi to southern Alabama.
In 1992,
Michel Roux of Absolut Vodka selected one artist
from each state to participate in a nationwide
program featured in USA Today. Sylvia was
commissioned as the Mississippi artist to create a
work depicting a vision of her home state. As she
puts it, "My paintings portray the essence of the
South. They evoke feelings of deja vu, and often a
touch of nostalgia.
In the fall of
2000, she met and partnered with Denny Knight.
Denny, a native of Louisiana brought a new
direction for Sylvia's artwork. His expertise in
printing fabric and creating functional products
allowed Sylvia's artwork to come off of the walls
and into different parts of people's lives that her
artwork had currently not been able to
reach.
Together they have
created a complete line of functional art items
that extend from the garden, to the bath and into
the kitchen.
The New
Orleans collection
is now available online. Each piece tells a story.
Weither you are cooking gumbo, a crawfish boil or
enjoying seafood with a tradtional New Orleans
Beers, these products give you a great sense of
things New Orleans and along the Gulf
Coast.
Click here to see the Wild Bird
Collection!
Click here to see our Cats!
From purple cats and artistic cats to breed
specific cats.
Click
here to see the Flower
Collection!
Click on the
monograms to see the letters and place
your order!
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Fleur
de lis Items
According
to the Wikipedia Encyclopedia the word
Fleur-de-lis is literally translated from
French as "flower of the lily", and is
widely thought to be a stylised version of
the species Iris pseudacorus. Decorative
ornaments that resemble the fleur-de-lis
have appeared in the artwork from the
earliest civilizations. It has been used
as a symbol of royalty, religion and
art.
The
Fleurs-de-lis appears on military badges
like those of the Israeli Intelligence
Corps and the First World War Canadian
Expeditionary Force . They may be chosen
for sports teams, especially when it
echoes a local flag, as with the former
Quebec Nordiques NHL hockey team and the
New Orleans Saints football team, and in
coats of arms and logos for universities
(like the University of Louisiana at
Lafayette and Saint Louis University in
Missouri), schools (in St. Peter,
Minnesota) and companies (like the Royal
Elastics shoe company).
Click
here to see all of our new Fleur-de-lis
Home and Garden Items!
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Some of our products:
Our Garden size
flag is made from a 100% polyester
material. Two pieces of material have been
sewn together to form a double sided flag.
This allows the text and image to be seen
the same from both sides. This flag is
fade resistant and weather proof. The flag
measures approximately 11 inches x 15
inches (garden stand sold separately)
Full size house flag is made from a 100%
polyester heavy weight canvas material.
Not your typical house flag that you might
find from a mass merchant. These flags are
only sold online and in specialty
boutiques. This flag is much heavier than
most flags currently being sold by other
manufacturers. This flag is fade resistant
and weather proof. The flag measures
approximately 28 inches x 40 inches
(wooden flag pole, hanging bracket or yard
stand sold seperaletly)
Mouse Pad, Hot Pad or Trivet... Long
lasting polyester surface provides optimal
tracking. Sure-grip rubber back.
Permanently dyed designs. 7 3/4 inches x 9
1/4 inches
Long Sleeve Tshirt - 100% preshrunk
cotton; double-needle stitched neck,
sleeves and bottom hem;
shoulder-to-shoulder tape; seamless
collar; ribbed neck and cuffs;
Baseball Cap - 100% cotton matching-color
sweatband; two metal grommets on side
panels; unconstructed; precurved bill has
four row stitching; fabric hideaway
closure with brass buckle and brass
grommet closure. Do not dry clean or iron
over design.
Can Cooler - fits 12 ounce beverage.
Permanently dyed and fade resistant. Will
not crack or peel. Great to show off your
breed. Match with one of the insulated
coolers for a nice gift pack.
Luggage Tag ...Baggage Tag 4 x 2 3/4
Inches. Made from fiberglass reinforced
plastic. Great for luggage, kennels or
anything that needs identifying. This is a
2 Sided tag. & The reverse side has a
form that lists Name. Address, City,
State, Zip and Phone number. Includes
leather strap for attaching to your
luggage or bag
Leash Holder with your favorite breed of
dog. The Single Hook Leash Holder measures
4.25 inches wide by 7 inches high. The
Triple Hook Leash Holder measures 6 inches
wide by 9 inches high.The tile is made
from a hardhoard and is mounted to a metal
rectangle. The hook or hooks hang down
from the metal plate in the back and is
about 2 1/2 inches from the base. The hook
opens about 1 inch. A hanger is attached
to the metal plate and is about 1 1/2
inches long. Lots of room to hang up using
a screw or paneling nail. Great for the
home or office to hold keys, leashes or
just about anything.
Insulated Cooler - 600 denier
polyester/pvc; zippered main compartment;
matching 1.5 wide handles, 7 drop length;
color matched handles and zipper; aluminum
foil insulated interior; six pack or great
lunch cooler; front pocket; gusseted
bottom.
Devon & Jones Classic Ladies'
Long-Sleeve Titan Twill Breed Shirt 100%
Combed cotton, washed and peached for a
soft, inviting finish. Soft,
shrink-resistant fabric; thinner, more
feminine placket and a trimmer fit;
straight pointed collar; horn buttons;
adjustable cuffs; back pleat. Design in
black has been permenantly applied to the
garment. The design has a felt or a velvet
feel to it. Do not dry clean or iron over
the design.
100% preshrunk heavyweight cotton, 5.6 oz.
Shoulder-to-shoulder tape; seamless
collarette; fashion cut for ladies; 3/4"
rib collar; fitted tapered sleeve;
double-needle stitching throughout. The
design has a velvet or suede feel and has
been permenantly applied to the garmet.
Wash in Cold water and lay flat to dry. Do
not dry clean or iron over the design.
Sticky Note Holder ...Sticky Note Holder
measures approximately 3.25 inches by 5.25
inches. Holds 3 x 3 sticky notes. Great
for your office, kitchen, car or any place
you need to make a quick note. The sticky
note pads are refillable by using a single
piece of tape
Medium Towel ... Beautiful Towel with
artwork from our talented artists. This
towel measures approximately 16 inches by
25 inches. The artwork is presented like a
filmstrip inside a border located about 4
inches from the bottom. The design has
been permanently dyed into the material
and heat set for durability. Machine
washable and iron on a cool setting
INDOOR / OUTDOOR FLOOR MAT This is
available in either 18 inch by 27 inch or
24 inch by 36 inch Action Back Felt Floor
Mat / Carpet / Rug that is Made and
Printed in the USA. A Black binding tape
is sewn around the mat for durability and
to nicely frame the artwork. The mat has
been permenantly dyed for moderate traffic
and can be placed inside or out (only
under a covered space). Durable and fade
resistant. The back of the mat is rubber
backed to keep the mat from slipping on a
smooth floor. Wash with soap & water.
COMFORT FLOOR MAT This mat is available in
either a 20 inch by 30 inch or 24 inch by
36 inch Comfort Mat / Carpet / Rug that is
Made and Printed in the USA. A foam
cushion is attached to the bottom of the
mat for comfort when standing. The mat has
been permenantly dyed for moderate
traffic. Durable and fade resistant. The
back of the mat is rubber backed to keep
the mat from slipping on a smooth floor.
Wash with soap & water
Christmas Stocking
License Plate Frame / Tag to fit license
plates measuring 12 x 6 Inches. Made from
fiberglass reinforced nylon. Great for
cars, trucks or rvs
Pewter Ornament made in the USA. Measures
about three inches round. A pewter
medallion is hung from the center of the
wreath featuring your favorite breed of
dog. A ribbon is included at the top for
hanging on an ormanet stand or on the
tree. Holly berries and ribbons adorn the
wreath with a large ribbon on top
Silver Plated Fine 18 inch cobra chain
necklace. 10 links per inch, outer link
dia. is 1x2.8mm, and wire is 0.74mm/.029
inches thick. Silver Plated 19mm disk with
bail. Approx. 24.5mm total pendant height,
19.3x0.5mm disc. Bail slightly open at the
back, for slipping over thin chain or cord
Magnet measures about 1 1/2 inches. Inside
image is about 1 inch. A round magnet is
attached to the back. Made in USA
Wooden Serving Tray ....What a wonderful
gift this wooden serving tray would make.
The large tray measures about 17 1/2
inches by 11 1/5 inches by 2 1/2 inches
high. The bottom of the tray is made from
a masonite board and very durable. The
tray bottom is heat resistant and can take
temperatures up to about 350 degrees and
will resist scratching. The wooden handles
have a light finish and will match almost
any decor
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January 2013
01/12-01/13
6th Annual Downtown Venice Craft Festival (Venice,
FL)
01/19-01/20
16th Annual Punta Gorda Sullivan Street Craft
Festival (Punta Gorda, FL)
February
2013
02/02-02/03
16th Annual Downtown Delray Beach Craft Festival
(Delray Beach, FL)
02/09-02/10
19th Annual Siesta Key Craft Festival (Sarasota,
FL)
02/16-02/17
21st Annual Downtown Dunedin Craft Festival (Tampa
Bay, FL)
02/23-02/24
4th Annual The Villages Craft Festival (Lake
Sumter)
March
2013
03/01-03/03
Gulf Coast Garden & Patio Show
03/02-03/03
The Hobe Sound Craft Festival (Hobe Sound,
FL)
03/09-03/10
17th Annual Lauderdale by the Sea Craft
Festival
03/15-03/17
Fairhope Arts and Crafts
61st Annual Arts & Crafts Festival
108 N Section St, Fairhope
in front of Antiques & Uniques
03/16-03/17
9th Annual Coral Springs Festival of the Arts
(Southeast, FL)
03/23
Southdown Plantation
Southdown Markeptlace (Houma, LA)
03/23-03/24
Festival of Flowers Mobile, AL
Thursday, Friday & Saturday 9 AM - 5 PM Sunday
12 PM - 5 PM
03/23-03/24
11th Annual Downtown Sarasota Art & Craft
Festival
03/30-03/31
17th Annual The Villages Craft Festival (Brownwood
Paddock Square)
April
2013
04/06-04/07
10th Annual St. Pete Beach Corey Area Craft
Festival
Spring Garden Show - New Orleans Botanical
Gardens
04/13-04/14
35th Annual Siesta Fiesta (Sarasota, FL)
04/27-04/28
16th Annual Downtown Stuart Craft Fair (Stuart,
Fl.)
May
2013
05/04-05/05
4th Annual The Villages Craft Festival at La Plaza
Grande
05/16-05/19
International Jewelry Fair/General Merchandise Show
(New Orleans, LA)
05/17-05/19
Mid-City Bayou Boogaloo
Bayou Saint John at the intersection of Orleans
Avenue and N. Jefferson Davis Parkway
05/18-05/19
10th Annual Downtown Sarasota Craft Fair (Sarasota,
Fl.)
05/25-05/26
16th Annual Downtown Delray Beach Craft Festival
(Delray Beach, Fl.)
June
2013
06/01-06/02
20th Annual St. Pete Beach Corey Area Art &
Craft Festival (St Pete Beach, Florida)
06/08-06/09
12th Annual St. Armands Circle Craft Festival
(Sarasota, Fl.)
06/15-06/16
21st Annual Downtown Venice Craft Festival (Venice,
Fl.)
06/22-06/23
11th Annual Downtown Dunedin Craft Festival (Tampa
Bay Area, Fl.)
July
2013
07/05-07/07
29TH ANNUAL OUR LADY OF THE GULF CRAB
FESTIVAL
Our Lady of the Gulf Church Grounds, Beach 228
South Beach, Bay St. Louis
07/06-07/07
The Madeira Beach Craft Festival
07/13-07/14
15th Annual Indialantic Craft Festival
September
2013
09/07-09/08
5th Annual Downtown Venice Labor Day Weekend Craft
Festival (Venice, Florida)
09/14-09/15
16th Annual Punta Gorda Sullivan Street Craft
Festival (Punta Gorda, Florida)
09/21-09/22
4th Annual The Villages Craft Festival at Colony
Plaza
October
2013
10/05-10/06
19th Annual Downtown Delray Beach Craft Festival
(Delray Beach, Florida)
Fall Garden Show - New Orleans Botanical
Gardens
10/12-10/13
14th Annual Downtown Stuart Craft Festival (Stuart,
Florida)
10/19-10/20
19th Annual Downtown Sarasota Art & Craft
Festival (Sarasota, Florida)
10/26-10/27
15th Annual Lauderdale by the Sea Craft Festival
(Fort Lauderdale, FL)
November
2013
11/02
Southdown Plantation
Southdown Markeptlace (Houma, LA)
11/02-11/03
17th Annual The Villages Craft Festival at Spanish
Springs (The Villages, Florida)
11/09-11/10
12th Annual Holiday Craft Festival on the Ocean
(Jupiter/Juno Beach, Florida)
11/16-11/17
21st Annual Downtown Dunedin Craft Festival
(Dunedin, Florida)
11/30-12/01
The 2nd Annual Madeira Beach Thanksgiving Weekend
Craft Festival
December
2013
12/07-12/08
19th Annual St. Pete Beach Corey Area Craft
Festival (St. Pete Beach, Florida)
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