Jim Shore has been dazzling gift-givers and collectors for many years with his unique quilted-look line of giftware items. Now brand new to the market, he has just released a charming line of fairies that are sure to be snatched up before Christmas. Enesco has produced only a limited number of these pieces for 2009.

Gathering inspiration for the collection from his southern-country upbringing, sculptor and painter Jim Shore blends intricate patterns, eye-catching country colors, and carved wood resin details to create truly unique works of art. His seven enchanted new fairies include the following: Harmony Fairy, Sea Fairy, Cooking Fairy, Feline Fairy, Sewing Fairy, Flower Fairy and Princess Fairy.

More about the Heartwood Creek artist, Jim Shore:

A native of South Carolina, Jim Shore utilizes his skills and art as a portraitist, sculptor, and folk artist to create his unique and creative collection for Enesco. His most popular collection, Heartwood Creek, combines tabletop, figurines, and home and garden décor to create a charming and innovative American folk art statement. Shore’s artistry and design for Heartwood Creek has earned accolades from the gift industry. In 2005, the National Association of Limited Edition Dealers (NALED) named Shore Artist of the Year – for the second consecutive year – and his seasonal offering by Enesco as Holiday Décor of the Year. His artwork for Heartwood Creek Nativity also took top honors as Collectible of the Year and Decorative Collectible of the Year. He’s truly a talented and much appreciated artist.

Click the link below to see the new fairies, as well as other gifts from the collection. Don’t wait long though, as they’re sure to quickly fly away. – John

Your Everyday Kindness Is My Everyday Joy

Angels speak volumes with their silent presence. Comfort, kindness, friendship and inner strength are qualities of these messengers from God – attributes that also can be found in those special earth-bound angels we call friends.

Your Strength Sustains Me

Precious Moments makes saying “thank you” easy with this selection of newly designed angels. Special glazing on the porcelain backdrop gives the impression of wings with an incandescent shimmer, and also looks like a heart when viewed from the back.

Four new meaningful Precious Moments figurines in the Heart of an Angel series are now available from the Alleluia Shop. Be sure to take a moment to check each one out in more detail. Each hand painted porcelain bisque figurine comes in a deluxe gift box and is sure to be a much appreciated gift for a friend or family member. – John

Each year Goebel brings out a new style annual angel bell with a slightly different theme. The 2009 Goebel bell is the 34th introduction in this very popular series. Nearly every year they sell out prior to the Christmas season. So it’s recommended to order them early in the year to avoid missing out.

To make the Goebel bell even more tempting, this year the company actually lowered the price, something that’s never happened. And to top it off, the Alleluia Shop is offering FREE shipping within the USA. Find the new listings on my Goebel eBay Store page. John