Gallery of Footstools with Shoes

Horse lovers, saddle up! It’s time to hit the happy trails! Decked out in cowboy/girl boots, fur-suede spats, blue jeans, hat, and suspenders. Includes a music box that plays “Happy Trails to You.” (Spats by tailor Rebecca James.)

Does anyone remember laughter? Then you remember Led Zeppelin! Great bands, great riffs, and great songs gave loud voice to the 1970’s generation of rock music. A liberating time when electric guitar was the new king. In memory of James Michael Hough - musician, singer, artist.

A whirlwind of images brings to life the much-loved tale of Dorothy with her loyal friends and frightening foes along the yellow brick road. “I’ll get you my pretty…and your little dog Toto too!” (I’m happy to do my witch cackle; just ask.) Life Magazine 75th anniversary photos.

Depicts a magical house in the oak tree where unicorns and their whimsical friends live. The unicorn is known as the beautiful white horse with the magical horn that heals. Enter their world and become enchanted too.

Ahoy Matey! Brings to life the notorious 18th century English pirate, whose real name was Edward Teach, along with his band of spoilers. Features women pirates among the global buccaneers.

Watch the iconic New York Yankees in the 2008 playoffs as legendary Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig, and manager Casey Stengel watch in the stands. You can almost taste the peanuts and popcorn. For Jayden in memory of Gus and Barbara Arnitz of Clyde, NY.

An adorable oversized caterpillar meets the gaze of the tiny butterfly fairy in a depiction of the loveliest of proverbs: “Just when the caterpillar thought the world was over, it became a butterfly.” For Josie who as a child loved butterflies. (Chiffon skirt work by tailor Rebecca James.) (OLD SOLE COLLECTION)

Specially made for toddlers and the young at heart, this adorable bath time piece wears fuzzy baby duck slippers and a terry cloth wrap. He’s filling his bath with a garden hose while sea creatures swim below! Winner of a naming contest. (Terry cloth bath wrap by tailor Rebecca James.)

Rural life on the Emerald Isle is brought to life in this intricately detailed piece. Symbols of Celtic culture and modern Ireland meet. Field boundary made with tiny stones from the Ring of Kerry. How about a little “craic” (merry-making) at the leprechaun’s Green Fin Pub?

In honor of caring for Mother Earth…because if mama’s not happy, nobody is. Nearly 100 species of plants, animals, minerals, and celestial bodies make up this piece. Inspired by the Book of Job and a baby squirrel. Read the inspiration story here. (OLD SOLE COLLECTION)

They were here first! The creatures are our teachers. Watch how they exist in the great flow of life. Are you ready for a photo safari? Endangered African animals sport fur, tail, animal print boots, and wild hairdos for a snappy look. Mini camera dangles in front. (Tail by T.R. Schnetker.)

Rest. Restore. Renew. Take your cue from this comfy patchwork quilt wearing teddy bear slippers. The piece evokes peace and quiet with a slow cup of tea. Created from a quilting magazine; the buttons are hand sewn. Inspired by a trip to the Great Wisconsin Quilt Show.

This piece celebrates small farms bringing forth bountiful fresh produce from farm to table for generations. Inspired by small farmers markets in Illinois and Wisconsin. Do you know where your food comes from? We support organic locally sourced food.

Fireworks explode over a landscape of diversity for an all-American Fourth of July celebration. A reminder that though many backgrounds, we are one nation. Feeling a division in these states united? Work to bring liberty and justice to “We the People” using your unique talents.

A Monet-like garden of blue impressions; Claude Monet was to have said, “I perhaps owe having become a painter to flowers.” A tribute to the amazing presence of blue in the natural world. (Garden series)

Excerpt from Norman Roland Gale’s poem “Bees:” You voluble, Velvety, Vehement fellows That play on your Flying and Musical cellos… The piece is a sweet foray into bee land where sunshine is on a stem and a buzz of activity surrounds the Queen Bee Rena. (Garden series)

Butterick® pattern girls from the 1950’s are whimsically placed in Floral Park, Queens, NY. Their motto: Gardening is cheaper than therapy. Buttons, baubles, and bling adorn this one. She wears pink suede garden boots in true fashionista style. (Garden series)

Music wafts from the well-appointed garden. It’s a beautiful day for an outdoor party, but something is amiss in the house. Murder. It was Mrs. Peacock in the dining room with the knife. Can you find the CLUES? Based on the classic mystery game. (Garden series)

Overt! This French-inspired bistro is open for business. It’s the height of summer when vines are heavy with fruits and currants abound. Napkins, fork, and spoon are held by a server wearing an apron and shiny black shoes. Apron by tailor Rebecca James. (Garden series)

This piece celebrates the much-loved season of autumn with decorative pumpkins, golden leaves, and friendly scarecrows. Has some natural objects like mini pumpkins or acorns and leaves found on the ground in fall.

Best friend quote: “You may have best friends, but your dog only has one.” Tongue-lolling Gus and his friendly canine companions bring cheer by seemingly saying, “Let’s be best friends. Want to play?” Upcycled materials.

Opening night and the prima ballerina takes center stage for the Nutcracker ballet. Behind her an ethereal troupe of French dancers prances and pirouettes. Meanwhlle, the Nutcracker and Mouse King go toe to tail. For Anna Rose.

Elements of Hans Christian Anderson’s fairy tale depicting the struggle between good and evil in an icy world. Careful of the troll-mirror; it sees only the bad and ugly in people and things. The white “snow bees” light up.

Depicts an old-fashioned Christmas when children anticipated the arrival of Santa bringing marbles, wooden toys, and gingerbread men. Wears lined boots and mittens with a sleigh blanket pieced together from material samples.