Tuesday, May 3, 2016

Wedding Planning Can Be Fun


If you're newly engaged and doing a little wedding planning on your own AND you plan on making your Big Day a fun affair, we have here a few items which might help. First thing you'll probably need are save-the-date invitations so guests can set aside a day to attend, or a few days if they'll be in the wedding party. My selection of funny invitations feature cartoon art. One invite which is especially popular in the UK, Ireland and Australia feature a goofy bewildered groom in a top hat and tails holding his equally bewildered bride in his arms as if he's about to carry her over the threshold. The text says, "We are DOIN' it!" What are they doing? Getting MARRIED, of course! There's a special invitation for destination, poolside or beach weddings featuring a cute smiling little cartoon goldfish with little red hearts rising from his mouth like bubbles. Another is especially for an older couple or one whom friends may think of as very staid and proper; maybe even a little stodgy. It features two familiar characters; the subjects of Grant Wood's "American Gothic" painting...but in a different configuration than that pictured in that famous work of art. The painting, by the way, is in the public domain, so "borrowing" the characters in this way is entirely legally. (My end product which you see here, however, is copyrighted.) Any of the invites in my collection can be tailored for use as either save-dates or as actual wedding invitation depending on the text you choose to include. In addition to invites, I also offer luggage tags, humorous honeymoon shirts and aprons, gifts for groomsmen and bridesmaids, wedding rehearsal hats and more. Click the image link to take a closer look!

Monday, May 12, 2014

Funny Bees in Rose Garden Cartoon Mug

Funny Bees in Rose Garden Cartoon Mug features two enthusiastic little insects who love every variety of your favorite flower --Climbing, Heirloom, English Tea, Miniature or Groundcover, in every radiant color. One says to her pal: "Know another great thing about being a bee? No matter what happens, we always come out smellin' like a ROSE!" If you're a backyard gardener who loves nurturing this gorgeous bloom, or if you know someone who does, this Funny Bees in a Rose Garden Cartoon Mug might put a big smile on her face. It's a great way to thank anyone who's ever presented you with a bouquet from her own backyard. If you're interested you'll find a link to the product page to click on right below the picture.Funny Bees in Rose Garden Cartoon Mug
Funny Bees and Roses Cartoon Mug For Gardener

Wednesday, May 7, 2014

May Flowers Bee Cartoon Tote Bag For Gardeners

This May flowers bee cartoon was submitted to multiple gardening, childrens and general magazines in the late 1988 as part of my "Best Buds" series during my self-sydication stint and landed on this tote bag for gardeners. Toon depicts a honeybee who considers the month of May to be his busiest...or buzziest. Would this make a good gift for a gardener mom on Mothers Day? It's bound to be a conversation starter at the garden supplies store. To purchase, click link below image.
May Flowers Bee Cartoon Tote Bag For Gardeners
May Flowers Bee Cartoon Tote Bag For Gardeners

Sunday, May 4, 2014

Honey Bee Cartoon

Simple honey bee cartoon was shotgunned to multiple small business and specialty magazines in the late 1980. The concept of tying a sales chart to a particular aspect or feature of a business was one I used often. And, again, this toon like others in this series were quickly rendered using a minimum of elements. This particular toon shows a honeybee zipping past a sales chart of a company selling bottled honey, the path of her flight showing the company's up-and-down fortunes. This toon, like others on this blog, is available for licesing in black and white or in color. honey-bee-cartoon

Sunday, April 27, 2014

End of School Year Teacher Gift From Class

End of School Year Teacher Gift From Class features a school of cute goldfish, including one with an inspirational message who stands out from the rest. Remind you of anyone? Got an especially inspiring teacher who's always looking for new ways to motivate the class, to be more creative, to let nothing hold them back? Accompanying text says, There's always one; BE the one! There's room on the back to add a special message of appreciation for your special teacher to thank her for all she's done. Simply replace the sample text in the slots with your own. When I was a kid, one of my favorites had a rocking chair in which she'd sit as the class took a test or put our heads down for naptime. Does your favorite teacher have a special chair? If she does, this soft wrinkle-free throw pillow will make it doubly comfortable! Summer vacation's almost here. Don't wait til June! This throw pillow makes a unique and lasting End of School Year Teacher Gift From Class and an appropriate way to thank an especially dedicated and inspirational educator. Same happy little fish is also featured on several other inexpensive gifts for a favorite educator, including bookbags, coffee mugs, classroom posters and tshirts; even ultra lowpriced buttons and magnets, all bearing the text, "There's always one; BE the one!" Machine washable throw pillow is available in a 16x16 inch or 20x20 inch size and in 100% cotton or 100% polyester. End of School Year Teacher Gift From Class

Saturday, April 26, 2014

Wildflowers Gardening Cartoon Mug on Hydrangeas Blue Blog

Was surprised and delighted this morning to find my wildflowers gardening cartoon mug spotlighted on the Hydrangeas Blue blog; a well-put-together site for flower gardeners with an emphasis on that beautiful variety. It's written in an appealing conversational style by a knowledgable gardener from New Hampshire and is loaded with photographs and tips. Spring is here! And Springtime is the perfect time to check out Hydrangeas Blue blog!gardening-cartoon-mug-on-hydrangeas-blue-blog

Friday, April 25, 2014

Funny Flower Mug For Gardener

Funny flower mug for a gardener features a debonaire flower and his admirer. Makes a cute Mothers Day gift for a mom who's into gardening.Funny Flower Mug For Gardener