Stocking Stuffers: Nicole Slater Fine Art/The Artist’s Loft

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Name of the store: Nicole Slater Fine Art/The Artist’s Loft

Item: Modesto Arch greeting cards

Price: $20 for package of 10 greeting cards; cards are also available individually.

Item description: Each card is 5 by 7 inches and printed on premium paper with envelopes. The inside of the card has a close-up view of a hanging heart and the quote “Home is Where You Hang Your Heart.” This original design by Modesto artist Nicole Slater pays homage to the symbol of Modesto. Nicole was inspired to create this design when she talked with friends about their love of Modesto. The design also is available on T-shirts and other items such as art prints, pillows, handbags, etc., that can be special ordered.

This is a perfect gift for: People who love Modesto and enjoy quality, artisan-made stationery and art that inspires.

About the store: At The Artist’s Loft, Slater offers private art lessons for adults and children (ages 4 and up), group paint workshops, team-building paint events and group paint parties, all customized to your needs.

Info: The Artist’s Loft is upstairs from Slater’s Furniture at 1605 J St. in downtown Modesto. Call 209-918-7600. Slater’s website: www.nicoleslater.com. Facebook: www.facebook.com/The-Artists-Loft-Modesto-Ca-390263454463447.

This story was originally published December 12, 2015 at 1:10 PM with the headline "Stocking Stuffers: Nicole Slater Fine Art/The Artist’s Loft."