Jim Shore Garden Collection

Enesco has introduced a new artist to its new line of Home Gallery decorative accessories. Jim Shore's Garden Sense garden collection is a functional, decorative ensemble of plaques, wind chimes, flowerpots, garden stakes and stepping stones featuring "witty messages of inspiration."

"If your passion is gardening, Jim Shore's collection create a dramatic statement that celebrates all of the truly wonderful subtleties of Mother Nature," said Kathy Cook, vice president and general manager of Enesco's Home Division. "Jim captures the essence of nature and gardening with his accent pieces in a way that will add depth, tranquility and peace to any setting indoors or out." The collection will arrive in specialty stores this spring, with prices ranging from $7.50 to $17.50.

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Jim Shore gives back

Jim Shore and Enesco recently announced that together they have raised over $70,000 with a goal of $100,000 for the National Association of Military Families (NMFA). The NMFA provides resources to the spouses and children of service personnel in all branches of the military. To learn more about NMFA and to see how you can get involved visit their website at www.nmfa.org. Remember it is not to late to help Jim Shore help the NMFA in their efforts in support of America’s service men and women. The “Angel of the Military” Heartwood Creek figurine is still available on Jim’s site. All of the proceeds in the sale of the “Angel of the Military” figurine will be donated to this worthy cause.

Jim Shore Updates and News

In February 2009, Artistic Checks launched its new product suite, “ Jim Shore’s Angels,” through its Masterpiece Collection. The personal checks and address labels feature four rotating designs of angels, which represent the four seasons, against peaceful, country towns. The paintings are infused with folk-art colors and patterns that give them a very country décor look. The product suite also offers a personal contact card and printed canvas checkbook cover also featuring Jim Shore’s angel artwork.

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Jim Shore collectors update

Jim Shore will be honored by the National Quilt Museum during the annual Quilt Show in Paducah, KY. Special events include a live auction of a one-of-a-kind Jim Shore masterpiece as well as signings and a gala dinner to benefit the museum. Don't miss the party at the Quilt Show in Paducah, KY April 23 and 24. For more current events and new release info visit my site www.mycollectibleconnection.com.

Heartwwod Creek Collectors blog

I would like to say welcome to the heartwood creek collectors blog. I have always admired the look of Jim Shore's Heartwood Creek collection and now I get to share that admiration with you. I have started my own website www.mycollectibleconnection.com dedicated to the artwork of the Heartwood Creek collection. I will try to bring the widest selection with the lowest prices, so everyone can enjoy the beauty Jim Shore's work. The goal of this blog is to share information with other Heartwood Creek collectors which includes when new arrivals are released, convention time and dates, and information about Jim Shore appearances.