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Marian Vavra Wheat Art: Symbolic Ornaments

If the art piece is already made, it will be mailed out in two to three days. If the piece needs to be handmade, Marian will need one to three weeks. Marian will be in communication with the customer through email, text, or phone during this time.

Material - Each piece is made from hand-cut Kansas Hard Red Winter Wheat

Treble Clef: Music symbols are meaningful for many people. Here six stems of Kansas wheat are woven together to create a lovely, round textured plait. Carefully twisted into the shape of the Treble Clef, this art piece makes a special gift for music lovers. A red and black checked ribbon decorates this treble clef or Marian will work with the customer for ribbon variations.
Size - The size varies due to the natural properties of wheat. The piece is sewn into place on a 4.5” w x 9”h cardstock for packaging.

Flower Ornament: A ring of plaited wheat straw makes this a lovely ornament as it showcases the wheat heads in an artistic way. Six straws are wrapped around a straw-covered-wire to create this unique design called an arrow-plait. When the plaiting is finished Marian takes her thumb and forefinger and bends it into the shape of a circle or oval. A silk or paper flower is added to the wheat heads along with a bit of ribbon. Here the ornament uses a pink paper rose and a jute bow or Marian will work with the customer for embellishment variations.
Size - The size varies due to the natural properties of wheat. The piece is sewn into place on a 3½” w x 5”- 6”h cardstock for packaging.

Horseshoe and Tassel: Kansas has a strong culture of horse breeding, raising them for pleasure and for ranching. This ornament pays honor to them by using straw with an authentic horsehair tassel and a horseshoe nail. The horseshoe shape uses six straws wrapped around a straw-covered-wire to create this unique design called an arrow-plait. When the plaiting is finished Marian takes her thumb and forefinger and bends it into the horseshoe shape. The tassel and nail are then tied on to complete the art piece.
Material - Hand-cut Kansas Hard Red Winter Wheat, authentic horseshoe nails and horsehair.
Size - The size varies due to the natural properties of wheat. The piece is sewn into place on a 3½” w x 5”- 6”h cardstock for packaging.

From Field to Table Sunflower Ornament: This wheat weaving design was created by Marian to decorate the dinner plates for a Kansas harvest celebration in 2018. She and Daughter Christy made eighty five of them! Each one uses seven straws to create the arrow-plait. The sunflower is made from yellow and orange dyed straw that is flattened and applied with glue to a lightweight paper. When dried, a paper punch cuts the flower shapes. A green checked ribbon finishes the ornament.
Size - The size varies due to the natural properties of wheat. The piece is sewn into place on a 5”- 6” w x 8”- 9”h cardstock for packaging.

Candy Cane or Sheppard’s Crook: Biblically known as the Sheppard’s Crook this traditional Christmas ornament will look festive on the Christmas tree or used as a package tie for the presents under the tree. A red and black checked ribbon decorates the ornament. Marian will work with the customer for ribbon variations.
Size - The size varies due to the natural properties of wheat. The piece is sewn into place on a 5” w x 8 ½” h cardstock for packaging.
$21.00

Wright Farms Sunflower Oil

Cold pressed sunflower oil made fresh on the farm that is high in vitamin E. "The healthiest oil made the healthiest way from our farm to your table."
$5.99

Marian Vavra Wheat Art: Harvest Favors, Hearts and Knots

If the art piece is already made, it will be mailed out in two to three days. If the piece needs to be handmade, Marian will need one to three weeks. Marian will be in communication with the customer through email, text, or phone during this time.

Material - Each piece is made from hand-cut Kansas Hard Red Winter Wheat

Kansas Favor: Harvest decorations come in many forms as a favor or token. This Kansas Favor is one of the simplest and uses four to six straws tied at the base of the wheat heads. As the plaiting builds it creates a long, pliable length of round or zigzag textured straws. When finished the ends are tied back onto itself, forming a lovely looped shape. A red and black checked ribbon decorates the favor or Marian will work with the customer for ribbon variations.
Size - The size varies due to the natural properties of wheat. The piece is sewn into place on a 3¼” w x 7½”h cardstock for packaging.

Country Favor: Harvest decorations come in many forms as a favor or token. This harvest token is called the Country Favor and is made with four to six straws tied at the base of the wheat heads. The straw is plaited using one of several techniques. Before tying the plait back to the heads, it is given a full circle twist which creates a smaller loop within the larger one. A green and white checked ribbon decorates the favor or Marian will work with the customer for ribbon variations.
Size - The size varies due to the natural properties of wheat. The piece is sewn into place on a 3 ¾” w x 7½”h cardstock for packaging.

Kansas Heart Favor: Perhaps the favorite harvest designs is the Kansas Heart Favor. Four or six straws are tied at the base of the wheat heads and are plaited using one of several different techniques. A red and black checked ribbon decorates the favor or Marian will work with the customer for ribbon variations.
Size - The size varies due to the natural properties of wheat. The piece is sewn into place on a 3½” w x 7½”h cardstock for packaging.

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$16.50

Spice It Up Dry Meat Rub

Mild & Sassy Dry Rub: Sweet and Savory blend of fresh spices that will caramelize perfectly on any type of meat, fish, or poultry. It is not just for meats! Makes a great seasoning for stir fry, or grilled vegetables. Sprinkle over fresh popcorn for a quick and tasty snack.
Hot & Sassy Dry Rub: This Dry Rub has the same great flavors as the Mild, but we turned up the heat a bit. Sprinkle over some freshly made deviled eggs to add a little extra flavor. Use to make quick and easy Crock-pot Pulled Pork Sandwiches. Mix a couple tablespoon of rub in with a glass of Apple Juice and let your Pork Loin cook on low until done. Shred and use one of our Sassy Sauce as a final touch.

Each package is 6 oz.
$9.00

Twisted Pepper BBQ Rubs

Chicken Rub, 5.5 oz: Savory & sassy flavor will make every bird a little twisted.
Garlic Jalapeno, 6 oz: A Savory and sizzlin' seasoning that adds a spicy garlic kick to anything you sprinkle it on, offering you a fuller flavor. Great on chicken, seafood, fish, pork, veggies, fries - everything!! This seasoning just won 3rd place in Scovie Awards 2024!
Pig Sweat BBQ Rub, 5 oz: Grillin' just got better with our signature pork rub. Low sodium, No MSG, just more flavor! Great on ribs, pork tenderloin, pork roast, pork chops, anything pork! Pig Sweat Rub just won a 1st Place Scovie Award for 2024!
Outlaws Season All, 5 oz: OUTLANDISH FLAVOR! One seasoning for everything! Expand your taste buds with this seasoning that will complement any meal. Outlaws Season All is excellent for steaks, chops, chicken, dry-rubbed BBQ, fish, and other proteins too. A little Siracha & Cayenne will wake you up. (Not Hot - just right) Sprinkle on anything or make a marinade, your choice! Get creative!
Roadhouse Brisket Rub, 5 oz: Balance of flavors to enhance any smoked brisket. Feel free to use it on other meats as well or adapt it to your particular tastes.
Steakhouse Steak Rub, 5 oz: Steakhouse Steak Rub delivers flavor you will be braggin' about.
Salmon/Fish Chile Rub Seasoning, 5 oz: A savory seasoning with chiles, orange peel, and sea salt for an over the top flavor! Low Salt, No MSG, All Natural, Gluten Free, Sugar Free. Great on salmon, seafood, fish, etc.
Uptown BBQ Rub, 5 oz: This BBQ rub delivers flavor you will be craving! Ideal for about anything you barbecue. This Uptown BBQ Rub has a smokey kick of barbecue in every bite!
$9.00

Marian Vavra Wheat Art: Angels and Maidens

If the art piece is already made, it will be mailed out in two to three days. If the piece needs to be handmade, Marian will need one to three weeks. Marian will be in communication with the customer through email, text, or phone during this time.

Garden Maiden: This sweet maiden adds a decorative accent to a garden themed table or wall display. Using twenty five straws with heads, Marian first creates the skirt by tying at the waist and continues on up forming the arms, neck, head, and lastly the hair. A crown of straw is added behind the maiden. She is embellished with a two-needle flower using straw thread and a green ribbon.
Material - Hand-cut Kansas Hard Red Winter Wheat
Size - The size varies due to the natural properties of wheat. The piece is sewn into place on a 5½”- 6” w x 7”- 8”h cardstock for packaging.

Kansas Angel: This art piece is a lovely way to share Kansas wheat with people who love angels. This angel was selected as MSN.com/PopSugar April 2015 America’s 50 Best Souvenirs by State ~Kansas. “Kansas is one of the country’s largest wheat-producing states, and wheat weavings, like an angel by Marian Vavra, demonstrate the region’s special heritage.” A red ribbon with a dyed straw rose decorates her waist or Marian will work with the customer for ribbon variations.
Material – Hand-cut Kansas Hard Red Winter Wheat
Size - The size varies due to the natural properties of wheat. The piece is sewn into place on a 9½” w x 8½”h cardstock for packaging.
$38.00

Sassy Basset Biscuit Co. Crunchy Blueberry, Oat, and Peanut Butter Dog Treats

Production Information: One Bone Treat = 54 Kcals (ME Calculated): 1,863 Kcals/kg. approximately 0.85 oz (24.0 g) each

Guaranteed Analysis:
Crude Protein (min): 14.16%
Crude Fat (min): 4.81%
Crude Fiber (max): 27.38%
Moisture (max): 28.73%
Ash Content: 52.30%

Feeding Directions: Feed as a treat or a reward, as part of a healthy diet.
Ingredients: Fresh Blueberries, Oatmeal, Whole Wheat Flour, Eggs, Peanut Butter, Cinnamon, Kosher Salt, Water
Storage: Please keep product refrigerated and use within 7-10 days of purchase.
$8.50

Marian Vavra Wheat Art: Jewelry

If the art piece is already made, it will be mailed out in two to three days. If the piece needs to be handmade, Marian will need one to three weeks. Marian will be in communication with the customer through email, text, or phone during this time.

Plaited Bracelet: Straw bracelets are fun to wear and can be made with a variety of plaits. This bracelet is beautifully made using the tallest straw from the field ~ six exceptionally long straws without the wheat heads. The six-straw fill-the-gap plait is the method of moving these straws into their positions with every turn. When plaited, the two ends of the plait are carefully tied together and finished with cotton pearl thread.
Material - Hand-cut Kansas Hard Red Winter Wheat
Size - The inside diameter is approximately 2⅝” with a little give when slipping the bracelet on. The outside diameter varies due to the natural properties of wheat. The piece is sewn into place on a 3½” w x 5”- 6”h cardstock for packaging.

Plaited Earrings: Straw earrings are fun to wear as they are lightweight, full of movement and a way to showcase wheat with various beads. The plaits use three to six straws per earring. The earrings in the photo show ceramic white beads with green and lavender flowers. The earrings are finished with fishhooks and clutches. Marian will work with the customer on other beads and jewelry finding options.
Material - Hand-cut Kansas Hard Red Winter Wheat, glass, wooden, metal beads
Size - The size varies due to the natural properties of wheat. The piece is sewn into place on a 2¾” w x 3¾”h cardstock for packaging.
$23.00