American Harvest

American Harvest is proud to present a wonderful selection of Nicol Sayre Spring dolls.  Nicol is recognized as one of America’s best doll makers.  Her dolls are completely made by her hand.  Being Nicol’s “home store”, we are fortunate to be able to offer these dolls for your enjoyment.  Please enjoy these pictures of her handiwork!

This doll is beautifully attired in white.  A vintage lamb is attached by ribbon to her hand.  Nicol has fashioned a bonnet for this lovely lady.  The doll’s height is approx. 18 inches.  SORRY,  SOLD

Here is a closeup of the doll.  She is a lovely lady!

This small standing doll in red has a small strawberry hanging from her waist.  She stands at 11 inches.  SORRY, SOLD

This doll has a beautiful face.  She is attired in red.  There is a small “tin type” hanging like a necklace.  She is approx. 18 inches tall.  SORRY, SOLD

Just look at that beautiful face!

This gorgeous doll in white is on a stand.  Her dress is beautifully sewn and features lovely lace.  A small necklace adorns this sweet doll.  She stands approx. 25 inches tall.  SORRY, SOLD

This is the show stopper!  A large doll with real hair, glass eyes and a beautiful pale blue dress.  She has cloth hands and fingers.  She is holding a basket with a vintage lamb.  There are lots and lots of details to this large doll.  Nicol has also given her a sweet bonnet.  She is approx. 27 inches tall.  SORRY, SOLD

What a sweet face!

Here is a side view of this beautiful large doll in blue.

The final doll we are featuring by Nicol Sayre is this precious rabbit in a vintage shoe.  The doll is holding a handmade parasol.  She also has a wreath of vintage flowers on her head.  Overall dimensions are 10 inches high x 10 inches long.  A sweet addition to your collection.  SORRY, SOLD

If you would like more information about these dolls, please call Sharon at American Harvest for availability.  The prices quoted do not include shipping.  American Harvest phone number is 925-485-1577.   Happy Spring!

Here are pictures of some of the dolls that Nicol has made for our Fall signing tomorrow, Sept. 11th.  You can call Sharon at the store on this special phone number for more details  925-784-5543.  Please note this is not our store’s regular phone number that number is 925-485-1577.  Nicol will be at our store, American Harvest, from 10am to 1pm only.

The following pictures are of Nicol’s licensed designs that are now available at American Harvest.

So there they are, just some of Nicol’s original dolls and then her licensed designs for Halloween.  Please call us if you are interested or have any questions regarding the availability of these dolls.  For Sept. 11th only call 925-784-5543 and anytime call 925-485-1577.  Thanks!

Nicol Sayre will be signing her original doll creations at American Harvest on Saturday, September 11th from 10am to 1pm.  As you already know quantities of Nicol’s dolls are extremely limited, so arrive early for the best selection.  She will be featuring Autumn and Halloween dolls.  In addition, we will be selling her licensed designs for ESC.  These wonderful Halloween designs are being manufactured for Nicol by ESC.  The Halloween items include Caged Witches (that is a witch doll where the lower body is wood slats), paper mache witch shoes, a witch on a crow and many other designs.  Because we are Nicol’s Home Store, she will also sign the licensed products that we sell that day only.  We are very fortunate to have Nicol at our store….Nicol does not sign these items at any other store but American Harvest!

If you are unable to attend her signing at American Harvest, you may call the store at 925-485-1577 during the signing and purchase her dolls and licensed items over the phone, please ask for Sharon.  They will not be available online through our website shopping cart until after September 11th.  Yes, if you purchase over the phone, Nicol will sign her delightful creations for you!  But, we really would like to see you in person at American Harvest on September 11th!

Debbee Thibault has created nearly 25 one-of-a-kind creations for our Spring Fling 2010.  You can call Sharon at American Harvest for more details.  She will be available after 5pm this Friday, May 7th.  Our phone number is 925-485-1577.

Please call for additional information and more pictures   925-485-1577

Debbee Thibault returns to American Harvest for a Spring Fling signing of her original creations on Friday, May 7, 2010 from 5-9pm and Saturday, May 8th from 10am-5pm. Debbee is bringing many one-of-a-kind creations that are available on these two days only! Please come early for the best selection of these incredible creations, available only at American Harvest in Pleasanton, CA. For those who cannot attend, please call the store after 5pm on Friday, May 7th. Sharon will be happy to help you over the phone 925-485-1577.

Debbee Thibault has hit another home run with her line of of artist jewelry.  She was at American Harvest on Friday and Saturday, May 8-9th.  I was blown away with the excellence of her jewelry.  Here are pictures of the event with Debbee.

 Gold Cross Necklace with Aqua Heart ($75.00)

Story Telling Bracelet ($95.00)

Antique Heart Necklace ($95.00)

Antique Doll Necklace ($115.00)

Spring Cross Necklace with Bird ($110.00)

Clown Necklace ($110.00)

Heart Necklace ($47.00)

Cross Necklace with Stones ($76.00)

Cross Necklace with Ivory Heart (one of a kind) ($75.00)
  Nicol Sayre, Sharon and Debbee…look at that fabulous jewelry all three are wearing!
John and Mitch enjoy selecting pieces from Debbee's 2009 Spring Collection.

New collector, Laurie meets Debbee  for the first time.
Long time firends, Carolyn, Mimi and Coco having a fun chat with Debbee.
Bob and Adora with granddaughter, Taylor.  Taylor is the ultimate shopper!  She has been shopping at American Harvest practically her whole life!!!  Everyone loves Taylor and her family.

Sharon and Arlene scan the catalog for upcoming retiring pieces.

Roger and Bonnie H.went to Disneyland with us last week.  We celebrated both Roger and Rodger's birthdays.  Yes, it was confusing for the Disneyland staff!  Bonnie survived the Hotel Tower of Terror, but I don't think that we will ever get her on it again.

Pattie and Debbee discuss the endless possiblities of Debbee's jewelry.

Don and Kathy…..one of American Harvest's cutest couples.

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 Debbee, Sharon and Karin loving those great "Debbee" creations.  Wendy Addison joined in the festivities ending our day on a high note.

We have had many people request pictures of Debbee's new jewelry line.  Here is a sampling of her jewelry as shown on her most recent postcard.  Notice the little angel in the upper right hand corner.  She is a very limited creation that Debbee named "Mother's Day Angel".  All of these items are available at our American Harvest shop, but are not listed on our website's shopping cart yet.  You can call the shop for additional information 925-485-1577.  Debbee has confirmed that she will be selling a few of her artist proof pieces this Friday night at American Harvest.  What a great opportunity to have a few of Debbee's unique color choices!

Sometimes a gray day unfolds to reveal sparkle and brilliance that lies just beneath the surface.  Such was a day recently when I stepped through the door at Wendy Addison's Theatre of Dreams.  I have traveled there many times before, but this time was especially unique.  I was there to pick up her much anticipated book.  The "hippie ghost town", as Rodger and I affectionately call Port Costa, was lively today.  However, the peaceful atmosphere that I find so alluring is always present.  Wendy's Theatre of Dreams is a place where my soul can rest and my spirit can be rejuvenated.

As Wendy turned the pages of her book, she revealed a very personal look into her own artistic journey of imagination, discovery and delight.

If you haven't seen this incredible book of sketches, I encourage you to seek it out as soon as possible.  The book is a limited edition and each book is numbered.  Don't miss out on this enchanting treasure.  For more information, contact Wendy Addison through her blog at wendyaddison.blogspot.com/

Thank you Wendy, the book was definitely worth the wait!

Step through the door at Theatre of Dreams….

into a world of sparkle, fantasy and delights

Wendy presenting her book to Sharon.

Wendy and Sharon sitting at Wendy's desk…a desk of imagination.

Just one of the pages that await you in Wendy's book….

The book is filled with her sketches.

As we left Wendy's studio, we glanced into her printing press room….there on the floor was a ballerina fairy waving adieu….the magic continues….

PS…please do not use any of the pictures in this blog without permission from Rodger Mattern as the pictures are of Wendy's creations.