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Thursday, December 30th, 2010
Another year has come and gone at the studio. It has been a full and rewarding year with wonderful experiences and new directions. We will wave goodbye to 2010 and get ready to meet 2011.
Some of the new directions for 2010 included the History of Motorcycles # 1183 and A Child’s View of the Moon # 1186.
On the motorcycle piece I tried to capture the raw thrill of motorcycles by creating a dust cloud and executing a looser ”sketchy” surface technique. 
By adding more texture and not defining every detail, the essence of the scene feels stronger.
On the moon plaque, the sculpting technique is similar. But the wonderful verse, ” The Moon is so full he must have eaten all the stars”, is the trigger for our imaginations. The quote came from a 4 year old girl named Megan. I really can’t express how much I enjoyed sculpting Megan’s observation of the moon. Since many Carruth sculptures already have a children’s book feeling, the quote from Megan made the sculpture complete. In 2011, I hope to receive a few more observations of nature in the form of children’s quotes.
Over the holidays I’ve been working on a sculpture that is influenced by how much people love and look forward to their morning coffee. Again, the sculpting technique is a little looser, but the scene is full of delightful details. Naturally, I’ve included some family pets in the composition. Anyway, the characters are coming along nicely and I can’t wait to see how it unfolds. Because so many people display their sculptures indoors, I’m more comfortable choosing topics that are not garden related. Plus, people who post comments and photographs on our Facebook page, allow me to better understand how the sculptures are displayed.
2010 was full of new experiences and subject matter. It seems fitting to mark this passage with The Birthday Fairy, a new design we introduced only weeks ago. Because of the internet connection to our customers, 2011 should be just as exciting.
So, thank you for another good year! Everyone at Carruth Studio will be busily creating and shipping original new designs that serve as fun and meaningful gifts.
Tags: A child's view of the moon, American Artisan, American crafts, American made, artist signing, Carruth Studio, George Carruth, gifts, hand cast stone, History of motorcycles, sculpture, The Birthday Fairy
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Another year has come and gone at our little company…
Thursday, December 23rd, 2010
As Christmas and the end of the year approach I find myself thinking about both. One aspect of the holidays I particularly enjoy is rediscovering decorations that have been packed away all year. Specifically the hand made ornaments and drawings our children have gifted us over the years. I love sitting and reminiscing, while surrounded by hand made decorations that say ” to Mom and Dad”.
And somehow, another year has come and gone at our little company. Everyone at Carruth Studio (all 19 of us) has worked extra hard and feels especially grateful to do what we do. We appreciate the conversations with people that have used our sculptures as fun or meaningful gifts. Whether they are used as a ”Thank You” or “Thinking of You” gift, it feels good to know that our images are used for more than just decorative accents. Certainly we have fun making light hearted sculptures that make people smile, but it’s the meaningful gifts and stories that stick in our memories.
From dogs and cats in cars to angel sculptures–it has been a wonderful year. Who knows what sculpted images will emerge from the studio in 2011? Facebook has allowed me to listen to stories and see photographs from around the country. In the past, I quietly strolled our Garden Smiles gallery, listening to people discover and talk about how they intended to use the sculptures. But now I can go to my computer, while still at my desk, and enjoy the same experience. The wonderful quote from 4 year old Megan, about the moon eating all of the stars, is a perfect example of this.
Another satisfying project this year was the 1000 lb limestone sculpture of St. Clare of Assisi now placed in a memorial garden near Cleveland. Although I don’t carve stone as often as the early years, it felt great to use a hammer and chisels again.
So thank you for taking an interest in Carruth Studio. We truly do appreciate the support of our valued customers. To everyone we’ve come in contact with over the years, have a wonderful Holiday and Happy New Year!
Sincerely,
George, Deb and everyone at Carruth Studio
Tags: American Artisan, American crafts, American made, art, artist, Carruth Studio, Christmas, Facebook page, Garden Smiles, George Carruth, gifts, Grateful, hand cast stone, Moon, New Year, Saint Clare of Assisi, Sculptor George Carruth
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The Things People Tell Me…
Monday, December 13th, 2010
Stories, stories. People love to tell me the story of why they are purchasing a particular sculpture as I sign the back. You may have seen the image, sent to our Facebook page, of my leaf face sculpture that looked remarkably like someone’s father. I’ve heard quite a few ” look alike ” stories over the years.
Several years ago a sweet little elderly lady asked me to sign her two hanging plaque purchases. One was the “Too Much Fun“, the other was “Garden Grouch“.
I commented about how opposite the two sculptures were, and asked where she intended to display them. She then leaned across the counter and said almost in a whisper, as if she was telling an important secret. ” The happy face I’ll hang on the east side of my house. The neighbor on that side is a dear and I just love her to death.”
“The grumpy face will go on the opposite side of the house, facing my other neighbor,” as she rolled her eyes.” That neighbor, well, you get the picture, I just can’t stand her.” With serious eye contact and subtle nod, she made it clear that this was our little secret. She then shuffled out of the shop with a package under each arm, ready to implement her diabolical statement.
Since I can’t meet everyone and hear your stories, please send us any amusing tales of receiving, giving or displaying Carruth sculptures. Oh yeah, if anyone asks about a Garden Grouch displayed on the west side of some sweet little elderly lady’s home…I’ll deny any knowledge or memory of sculpting such despicable image.
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A Child’s View Of The Moon
Tuesday, December 7th, 2010
People always ask me where I find inspiration for my work. Well, I’ve always been daydreaming when I should be paying attention. As a result, I’m constantly aware of my surroundings: Sounds, textures, people. So when it comes time to sketch out an idea, I have huge amounts of unrelated images floating around in my imagination. Usually I’m drawn to a texture or shape that seems interesting. Sometimes it’s a scene or emotion. Anyway, something always bubbles to the surface and I’m never sure what it might be.
Several months ago I read a young child’s description of the moon. According to four-year-old Megan Vollmar, “the moon is so full it must have eaten all the stars.” Megan’s comment and her perspective sparked my imagination. I was entranced with her view of the moon.
Last weekend we hosted an artist signing at Garden Smiles, our gallery and retail shop in Waterville, Ohio. Megan and her family came to Garden Smiles and I had a chance to meet her and to sign a piece especially for her. We both enjoyed that. Megan’s mom has since emailed to say that she is also signing her moon and has offered to sign others.
You’ve probably noticed that animals, nature and folklore are the themes that turn up in most of my sculptures. I guess I’m still a small child at heart…in awe of nature.
I’ll be talking about my work with Cynthia and Jack Ford on “Coffee with the Fords” this Sunday. The show airs at 12:30 PM on WTVG.
We’ll be hosting one more artist signing at Garden Smiles this Sunday, December 12th from 12 Noon – 5PM if you are within driving distance of Waterville, Ohio. If you aren’t able to join us, you can still find a limited number of signed pieces on our Carruth Studio website.
And now for one more piece of shameless promotion: if you enjoyed this post, please “like” it and share it with your friends and family. We can use all the help we can get to spread the word about this blog and about Carruth Studio. Thanks!
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Foster Mom Chosen as Winner of Carruth Studio Mother’s Day Contest
Thursday, December 2nd, 2010
4-30-2010-Waterville, Ohio—Carruth Studio has announced the winner of its Mother’s Day Contest: a foster mother whose sister entered the contest on her behalf. “We asked the entrants to tell us why they thought their special mom should win the contest and were so touched by the loving stories we received,” said Deb Carruth. “It was difficult to choose a winner because each of the entrants were obviously well-loved and deserving. However, we believe that fostering is such an important contribution that we chose Barbara’s sister.” According to Deb Carruth, Barbara hopes to surprise her sister with the piece “Mother’s Plaque” on Mother’s Day. The prize will be personalized and signed by sculptor, George Carruth.
The winning Mother’s Day Contest entry reads:
I would give the Mother’s Plaque to my sister. She is a mom of a 13-year-old boy and the foster mom of a 2-year-old boy she is currently trying to adopt. She has fostered 5 children over the past 3 years and has been the temporary foster mother to several children who needed someone to take care of them briefly, during transitions. I admire her commitment to children and to giving them a safe home, whether it be for a few days, months, or years. It takes someone special to act as a foster parent to children who often know no parents’ love. It takes someone special to mother a child as if he is your own, only to say goodbye when it is time for him to return to his biological family. I am proud of my sister’s efforts to help children who need a mother’s love, security, and encouragement to follow their dreams.
“Our idea in holding this contest was to make people think about the reasons we honor mothers on Mother’s Day. The people who have visited our Facebook page have commented that they’ve enjoyed reading the contest stories,” she continued. “Our sculptures make beautiful gifts for Mother’s Day and we hear over and over again how much people appreciate being able to give such unique and whimsical gifts.”
The hand-cast, and hand-finished, stone sculptures are designed by nationally renowned artist and sculptor, George Carruth.
Carruth Studio sculptures are used in garden and landscaping, interiors, as gifts for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Christmas, weddings and anniversaries–and especially as an expression of sympathy or memorial. Visit Carruth Studio online for more information. Join Carruth Studio on Facebook or follow Carruth Studio on Twitter for updates, contests and special information.
About George Carruth
George Carruth is an artist who has been creating images out of limestone and clay since 1983. Educated at the Columbus School of Art and Design, his original carvings are sought out by collectors, sent as gifts for weddings, holidays, bereavement, and birthdays. You can view his collection at http://carruthstudio.com or by visiting the gallery and retail store, Garden Smiles, located on Mechanic Street in Waterville, Ohio.
About Carruth Studio
Carruth Studio’s hand cast and hand finished stone sculptures are designed by nationally renowned artist and sculptor, George Carruth. These whimsical sculptures are used as gifts, garden art, memorials, interior decorations and collectibles. Carruth sculptures also work well as fundraising incentives and the firm has a special fundraising program available. Carruth Studio is located in Waterville, Ohio and ships products throughout the United States and Canada. Carruth sculptures are also distributed in retail outlets throughout the country. For more information visit http://carruthstudio.com or find Carruth Studio on Facebook and Twitter.
About Garden Smiles
Carruth Studio’s gift shop and gallery, Garden Smiles, is located in Waterville, Ohio. Garden Smiles, the brainchild of George’s wife, Deb Carruth, is the only place where you will find the complete collection of his sculpted designs–more than 250 pieces—and the newest designs that are not yet available anywhere else.
Besides being a gallery for George’s sculptures, Garden Smiles is also a place to test market new colors, mediums and ideas he may be working on. Collectors have an opportunity to take home a design or color that may never find its way into our catalog. Occasionally, he is available the day of your visit to sign your purchase.
Garden Smiles is open Monday through Friday from 10-6PM EST, Saturdays from 10-5PM EST and Sundays from 12-5PM EST. For directions, visit http://carruthstudio.com or call 419. 878.5412.
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George Carruth Schedules May 8th Artist Signing at Garden Smiles
Thursday, December 2nd, 2010
Back by popular demand! Carruth Studio announces a second daylong artist signing on Saturday May 8th from 10-5 PM.
05.03.2010– Waterville, Ohio—Carruth Studio receives regular requests for artist signing events, which allow collectors of Carruth sculptures to have their purchases signed by renowned American sculptor, George Carruth. A recent artist signing event drew steady streams of fans, eager to visit with the artist, review the new additions to the collection, purchase gifts for Mother’s Day and have each piece individually signed by the artist himself. In response to requests from customers and fans, George Carruth has scheduled a second artist signing on Saturday, May 8th.
George Carruth’s hand-cast and hand-finished stone sculptures include inspirational, holiday, family and animal pieces as well as nature faces, fairies, gnomes and angels. The sculptures and plaques are often given as gifts for special occasions. “George and I both enjoy having the chance to meet our customers and to hear the stories about how they have used their sculptures,” said Deb Carruth, George Carruth’s wife, and owner of Garden Smiles and Carruth Studio. “Many of our customers are collectors of Carruth sculptures and they relish the opportunity to meet and speak with George in person,” she said. “Having a piece autographed by George really adds value, according to our collectors”, she added. “We’ve had so many requests for another artist signing that we added this one to the schedule at the last moment.”
Carruth Studio sculptures are used in garden and landscaping, interiors, as gifts for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Christmas, weddings and anniversaries–and especially as an expression of sympathy or memorial. According to Deb Carruth, Garden Smiles also carries the work of many other talented artists and, fondly dubbed “the pursuit of imperfection”, is the only place where one can find second quality Carruth sculptures at significant savings. Garden Smiles offers a wide range of gift items and decorative pieces for indoor and outdoor use.
“People often struggle to find the perfect gift for Mother’s Day,” said Deb Carruth. “George’s sculptures offer a whimsical alternative for Mother’s Day gift giving,” she stated. According to Deb Carruth, George Carruth has recently released a short video highlighting four of his favorite Mother’s Day gift ideas and providing some “behind-the-scenes” information about each one. Carruth sculptures are cast to give many years of pleasure, outdoors and indoors—year round.
The Carruth artist signing on May 8th will be held at Garden Smiles in Waterville, Ohio. The event starts at 10:00 AM and runs until 5:00PM EST. For directions or more information visit http://carruthstudio.com or call 419.878.5412. You can also find Carruth Studio on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.
About George Carruth
George Carruth is an artist who has been creating images out of limestone and clay since 1983. Educated at the Columbus School of Art and Design, his original carvings are sought out by collectors, sent as gifts for weddings, holidays, bereavement, and birthdays. You can view his collection at http://carruthstudio.com or by visiting the gallery and retail store, Garden Smiles, located on Mechanic Street in Waterville, Ohio.
About Carruth Studio
Carruth Studio’s hand-cast and hand-finished stone sculptures are designed by nationally renowned artist and sculptor, George Carruth. These whimsical sculptures are used as gifts, garden art, memorials, interior decorations and collectibles. Carruth sculptures also work well as fundraising incentives and the firm has a special fundraising program available. Carruth Studio is located in Waterville, Ohio and ships products throughout the United States and Canada. Carruth sculptures are also distributed in retail outlets throughout the country. For more information, visit http://carruthstudio.com or find Carruth Studio on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.
About Garden Smiles
Carruth Studio’s gift shop and gallery, Garden Smiles, is located in Waterville, Ohio. Garden Smiles, is the brainchild of George’s wife, Deb Carruth, and is the only place where you will find the complete collection of his sculpted designs–more than 250 pieces.
Garden Smiles is open Monday through Friday from 10-6PM EST, Saturdays from 10-5PM EST and Sundays from 12-5PM EST. For directions, visit http://carruthstudio.com or call 419.878.5412.
At Garden Smiles visitors have the opportunity to see the newest designs that are not yet available anywhere else. Besides being a gallery for George’s sculptures, it’s also a place to test market new colors, mediums and ideas he may be working on. Collectors have an opportunity to take home a design or color that may never find its way into our catalog. Occasionally, he is available the day of your visit to sign your purchase.
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Carruth Book Donation to Claire’s Day Event Inspires “Special Adoption” Effort
Thursday, December 2nd, 2010
Children will be asked to share ideas on how they can care for their special “If I Were A Dinosaur” book
5-14-2010– Waterville, Ohio—This year Claire’s Day will include a special book adoption effort. Claire’s Day, held in Maumee, Ohio, is the free family book festival held annually in honor of Claire Lynsey Rubini. 100 copies of “If I Were A Dinosaur”, by George Carruth and Libby Carruth Krock, will be given away to the children. The books are new and in good condition but have covers that are slightly flawed, making them special books in search of special homes.
“If I Were A Dinosaur” tells the story of George, who, instead of paying attention in school, daydreams that he and his classmates have become dinosaurs. George enjoys his new, scary claws and razor-sharp teeth, but discovers that an attitude of “all play and no work” may be the reason that dinosaurs became extinct.
“If I Were A Dinosaur” is written by George Carruth, a nationally recognized sculptor and experienced daydreamer. His ever-present imagination has inspired hundreds of designs that continue to be collected worldwide. Libby Carruth Krock, a painter and illustrator illustrates the book, adding her own colorful interpretation to her father’s story.
“These are beautiful books,” said Julie Rubini, Claire’s Day founder and mother of Claire Lynsey Rubini. “They are new and in good condition although some of them have minor flaws in their covers, which makes them special.” According to Julie Rubini, the books will be “adopted” into special families. The children will be offered suggestions about how to take good care of their books by reading them and spending time with them every day. Each child will be asked for their ideas about taking care of the book they are adopting.
As staunch supporters of Claire’s Day from its inception, George and Deborah Carruth have worked with Julie and Brad Rubini each year. The Rubinis give their board members Carruth sculptures as thank you gifts for their volunteer efforts on behalf of Claire’s Day. “Brad and I enjoy giving the Carruth sculptures to our board members,” said Julie Rubini. “This year are delighted to be able to offer these beautiful books to the children who attend this year’s event.”
Claire’s Day activities include live music, storytellers, local celebrity readers, awards for reading and other book-related hands-on activities. Claire’s Day will be held Saturday, May 15 at the Maumee Library located at 501 River Road in Maumee, Ohio. The event begins at 9:30 AM and runs until 5:00PM. For more information call 419.259.5360 or visit http://ClairesDay.org.
About George Carruth
George Carruth is an artist who has been creating images out of limestone and clay since 1983. Educated at the Columbus School of Art and Design, his original carvings are sought out by collectors, sent as gifts for weddings, holidays, bereavement, and birthdays. You can view his collection at http://carruthstudio.com or by visiting the gallery and retail store, Garden Smiles, located on Mechanic Street in Waterville, Ohio.
About Carruth Studio
Carruth Studio’s hand-cast and hand-finished stone sculptures are designed by nationally renowned artist and sculptor, George Carruth. These whimsical sculptures are used as gifts, garden art, memorials, interior decorations and collectibles. Carruth sculptures also work well as fundraising incentives and the firm has a special fundraising program available. Carruth Studio is located in Waterville, Ohio and ships products throughout the United States and Canada. Carruth sculptures are also distributed in retail outlets throughout the country. For more information, visit http://carruthstudio.com or find Carruth Studio on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.
About Garden Smiles
Carruth Studio’s gift shop and gallery, Garden Smiles, is located in Waterville, Ohio. Garden Smiles, is the brainchild of George’s wife, Deb Carruth, and is the only place where you will find the complete collection of his sculpted designs–more than 250 pieces. Garden Smiles is open Monday through Friday from 10-6PM EST, Saturdays from 10-5PM EST and Sundays from 12-5PM EST. For directions, visit http://carruthstudio.com or call 419.878.5412. At Garden Smiles visitors have the opportunity to see the newest designs that are not yet available anywhere else. Besides being a gallery for George’s sculptures, it’s also a place to test market new colors, mediums and ideas he may be working on. Collectors have an opportunity to take home a design or color that may never find its way into our catalog. Occasionally, he is available the day of your visit to sign your purchase.
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An Evening at Garden Smiles Benefits The Victory Center of Toledo
Thursday, December 2nd, 2010
The June 10th fundraising event, “An Evening at Garden Smiles”, is part of the ongoing Chicks for Charity fundraising campaign for The Victory Center.
05.26.2010 – Waterville, Ohio—Deb Carruth, owner of Carruth Studio, and artist gallery and gift shop, Garden Smiles, will host a fundraiser for the Chicks for Charity on June 10th. The fundraising event, “An Evening at Garden Smiles”, will benefit The Victory Center, northwest Ohio’s only independent, full service cancer wellness center. “I just became acquainted with the Chicks for Charity and with The Victory Center,” said Deb Carruth. “I am so impressed with the work being done by The Victory Center on behalf of cancer patients and their family members; and with the approach that the Chicks for Charity take in helping to raise money and to give back to the community. I want to help too,’ she stated.
According to Deb Carruth, the Chicks for Charity are women and girls of all ages who want to transform our community through occasional fun lunches, happy hours and special events. The Chicks focus on helping young women gain confidence in their capabilities as donors and volunteers. They want to inspire women to fulfill their philanthropic potential through donations of time, talent and money. The Chicks will be hosting their major fundraising event on July 21 at the Toledo Botanical Gardens. For more information visit the Chicks online at http://chicksforcharity.net.
The Victory Center located in Toledo, just off Central Avenue, has been providing services to cancer patients and their families since 1996. Their sole purpose is to nourish and comfort the body, mind and spirit during the fight against cancer. Programs are held in a comfortable homelike setting and are presented by licensed professionals with credentials appropriate to their specialty. The Victory Center is funded through donations, grants, and fundraising events. The Chicks for Charity have worked to raise funds for The Victory Center since 2009.
The June 10th event at Garden Smiles is scheduled to begin at 6:00PM and last until 9:00PM. Tickets cost $10 and include wine and h’ordeuvres. Deb Carruth will also be giving away a limited number of the children’s book, “If I Were A Dinosaur” by George Carruth and Libby Carruth Krock. Proceeds from the ticket sales will be donated to The Victory Center. Additionally, 10% of any purchases made during the fundraiser will be donated to The Victory Center. “We are eager to support the Chicks and the Victory Center,” said Deb Carruth. “We also look forward to seeing some new faces at Garden Smiles that evening,” she added. “This is the height of wedding, graduation and gardening season and we have wonderful gifts for all occasions—including Father’s Day, which is right around the corner.”
Garden Smiles is located on 211 Mechanic Street in Waterville, Ohio, just outside Toledo. For more information about “An Evening at Garden Smiles” or to purchase a ticket in advance, please call 419.878.5412.
About Garden Smiles
Carruth Studio’s gift shop and gallery, Garden Smiles, is located in Waterville, Ohio. Garden Smiles, is the brainchild of George’s wife, Deb Carruth, and is the only place where you will find the complete collection of his sculpted designs–more than 250 pieces.
Garden Smiles is open Monday through Friday from 10-6PM EST, Saturdays from 10-5PM EST and Sundays from 12-5PM EST. For directions, visit http://carruthstudio.com or call 419.878.5412.
At Garden Smiles visitors have the opportunity to see the newest designs that are not yet available anywhere else. Besides being a gallery for George’s sculptures, it’s also a place to test market new colors, mediums and ideas he may be working on. Collectors have an opportunity to take home a design or color that may never find its way into our catalog. Occasionally, he is available the day of your visit to sign your purchase.
About George Carruth
George Carruth is an artist who has been creating images out of limestone and clay since 1983. Educated at the Columbus School of Art and Design, his original carvings are sought out by collectors, sent as gifts for weddings, holidays, bereavement, and birthdays. You can view his collection at http://carruthstudio.com or by visiting the gallery and retail store, Garden Smiles, located on Mechanic Street in Waterville, Ohio.
About Carruth Studio
Carruth Studio’s hand-cast and hand-finished stone sculptures are designed by nationally renowned artist and sculptor, George Carruth. These whimsical sculptures are used as gifts, garden art, memorials, interior decorations and collectibles. Carruth sculptures also work well as fundraising incentives and the firm has a special fundraising program available. Carruth Studio is located in Waterville, Ohio and ships products throughout the United States and Canada. Carruth sculptures are also distributed in retail outlets throughout the country. For more information, visit http://carruthstudio.com or find Carruth Studio on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Flickr.
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Renowned Sculptor George Carruth Launches Blog
Thursday, December 2nd, 2010
George Carruth’s blog, “From George’s Studio”, provides a behind-the-scenes look at stone carving, sculpting, the creative process, and the business of Carruth Studio itself.
07.28.2010– Waterville, Ohio—Renowned sculptor George Carruth has launched a blog, called “From George’s Studio”, which can be found at http://georgecarruth.com. Well known for his whimsical sculptures for home and garden art, George Carruth plans to use his blog as a vehicle for sharing information about his stone carving, sculpting, and the creative process. The blog will also serve as a vehicle for introducing new designs and soliciting feedback and ideas from his customers.
“People often wonder how I come up with the ideas for my sculptures or are curious about how the pieces are made,” said George Carruth. “I look forward to using the blog as another means of communicating with people who are interested in learning more about my work.”
George Carruth’s sculptures are considered collectibles and are used in interior design and home decoration; as garden art; gifts for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, and holidays; expressions of sympathy; wedding and anniversary gifts; pet memorials; installations; teacher’s gifts; expression of thanks; as landscaping accents; as wedding table decorations; corporate gift giving; fundraisers; and as client closing gifts by realtors. Several of his designs can be customized.
George Carruth’s designs are marketed online at http://carruthstudio.com and through an extensive national network of distributors. Carruth Studio’s gift shop and gallery, Garden Smiles, is located in Waterville, Ohio. Garden Smiles, the brainchild of George’s wife and business partner, Deborah Carruth, is the only place where you will find the complete collection of over 250 sculpted designs by George Carruth.
“I enjoy writing,” said George Carruth. “Currently my posts are centered around a new commission I am just finishing; a stone carving of Saint Clare of Assisi for a memorial garden. I have been documenting the entire project to give people an idea of what working in stone entails,” he added. According to George Carruth, the blog will be updated on a weekly basis by several writers and may include contests for blog subscribers and information about special events like artist signings.”We’re excited about this new project and see it as a natural way to connect with people who love art and enjoy my work.”
For more information visit http://carruthstudio.com. Find “From George’s Studio” at http://georgecarruth.com. You can also find Carruth Studio on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.
About George Carruth
George Carruth is an artist who has been creating images out of limestone and clay since 1983. Educated at the Columbus School of Art and Design, his original carvings are sought out by collectors, sent as gifts for weddings, holidays, bereavement, and birthdays. You can view his collection at http://carruthstudio.com or by visiting the gallery and retail store, Garden Smiles, located on Mechanic Street in Waterville, Ohio. Read his blog, “From George’s Studio” at http://georgecarruth.com.
About Carruth Studio
Carruth Studio’s hand cast and hand finished stone sculptures are designed by nationally renowned artist and sculptor, George Carruth. These whimsical sculptures are used as gifts, garden art, memorials, interior decorations, and collectibles. Carruth sculptures also work well as fundraising incentives and the firm has a special fundraising program available. Carruth Studio is located in Waterville, Ohio and ships products throughout the United States and Canada. Carruth sculptures are also distributed in retail outlets throughout the country. For more information visit http://carruthstudio.com or find Carruth Studio on Facebook at http://facebook.com/carruthstudio and Twitter at http://twitter.com/carruthstudio.
About Garden Smiles
Carruth Studio’s gift shop and gallery, Garden Smiles, is located in Waterville, Ohio. Garden Smiles, the brainchild of George’s wife, Deb Carruth, is the only place where you will find the complete collection of his sculpted designs—more than 250 pieces—and the newest designs that are not yet available anywhere else.
Besides being a gallery for George’s sculptures, Garden Smiles is also a place to test market new colors, mediums and ideas he may be working on. Collectors have an opportunity to take home a design or color that may never find its way into our catalog. Occasionally, he is available the day of your visit to sign your purchase.
Garden Smiles is open Monday through Friday from 10-6PM EST, Saturdays from 10-5PM EST and Sundays from 12-5PM EST. For directions, visit http://carruthstudio.com or call 419. 878.5412.
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Carruth Studio Introduces New Designs For Holiday
Thursday, December 2nd, 2010
New designs by sculptor George Carruth include whimsical dogs, cats, polar bears, and birds as well as a new Nativity scene.
11.05.2010– Waterville, Ohio—Carruth Studio, manufacturer of hand cast stone sculptures designed by nationally renowned artist and sculptor, George Carruth, has introduced several new designs to its collection. The new designs are available on the Carruth Studio website, at their gallery and gift shop, Garden Smiles, and in retail locations throughout the country. In addition to the new sculptures and plaques, Carruth Studio is offering a porcelain Christmas ornaments based on George Carruth’s snowflake designs and a line of soy candles also based on Carruth designs.
Carruth Studio pieces are used as garden decorations; interior decorations; for architectural installations; as expressions of sympathy, as wedding decorations, as gifts for special occasions like Christmas, Easter, Mother’s Day, weddings and anniversaries. Carruth Studio also offers corporate gifts and fundraising programs. Many of Carruth Studio’s customers collect the whimsical sculptures and plaques and are eager to add to their collections. The new designs include:
Rock-A-Bye Bear
Christmas Kitty #5062
Christmas Puppy #5061
Diva Fairy #5064
Away in the Manger Nativity #1176
Polar Bear Family #5063
Garden Smiles Rock #111R
Halloween Pet Parade #1177
Garden Smile Mini #111M
Full Nest #355
Cherub Puppy #1175
The porcelain Christmas ornaments are packaged in sets of three and boxed individually. These beautifully detailed sets are only being offered for a limited time and will make perfect holiday gifts! The sets include:
Set 1: Santa, Skater and Snowman
Set 2: Caroler, Reindeer and Santa
Set 3: Kitty, Mouse and Puppy
Carruth Studio and Aspen Bay have teamed up to create an exciting line of holiday and seasonal candles, the George Carruth Candle Collection. These highly creative, quality candles in a variety of decorative colors, are all cast directly from George Carruth’s original, hand-carved creations. All of the candles are designed to burn ‘luminary-style’…as the flame burns down into the candle, they come to life, glowing warmly from within. The candles are individually boxed and come in a variety of colors and designs.
Several of the new designs are available as signed pieces right now, although the quantities are limited as George signs a small number of pieces each year. Many Carruth collectors feel that the signature adds special value to sculpture or plaque.
For more information visit http://carruthstudio.com. Find the new blog, “From George’s Studio”, at http://georgecarruth.com. You can also find Carruth Studio on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Flickr and LinkedIn.
About George Carruth
George Carruth is an artist who has been creating images out of limestone and clay since 1983. Educated at the Columbus School of Art and Design, his original carvings are sought out by collectors, sent as gifts for weddings, holidays, bereavement, and birthdays. You can view his collection online at Carruth Studio or by visiting the gallery and retail store, Garden Smiles, located on Mechanic Street in Waterville, Ohio. Read his blog, “From George’s Studio”.
About Carruth Studio
Carruth Studio’s hand cast and hand finished stone sculptures are designed by nationally renowned artist and sculptor, George Carruth. These whimsical sculptures are used as gifts, garden art, memorials, interior decorations and collectibles. Carruth sculptures also work well as fundraising incentives and the firm has a special fundraising program available. Carruth Studio is located in Waterville, Ohio and ships products throughout the United States and Canada. Carruth sculptures are also distributed in retail outlets throughout the country. For more information visit http://carruthstudio.com or find Carruth Studio on Facebook at http://facebook.com/carruthstudio and Twitter at http://twitter.com/carruthstudio.
About Garden Smiles
Carruth Studio’s gift shop and gallery, Garden Smiles, is located in Waterville, Ohio. Garden Smiles, the brainchild of George’s wife, Deb Carruth, is the only place where you will find the complete collection of his sculpted designs–more than 250 pieces—and the newest designs that are not yet available anywhere else.
Besides being a gallery for George’s sculptures, Garden Smiles is also a place to test market new colors, mediums and ideas he may be working on. Collectors have an opportunity to take home a design or color that may never find its way into our catalog. Occasionally, he is available the day of your visit to sign your purchase. Garden Smiles is open Monday through Friday from 10-6PM EST, Saturdays from 10-5PM EST and Sundays from 12-5PM EST. For directions, visit http://carruthstudio.com or call 419. 878.5412.
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