No, they aren't for children,
they're Fur Children®, as in "What do you mean my grandchild is a dog (or
cat)?!" To celebrate our love affair with our animal companions, Zeppa Studios
has designed an extensive and every growing line of fine gift items that feature
all kinds of Fur Children® as painted by M. K. Zeppa.
For 20 years, Zeppa Studios has been designing and producing
unique and whimsical animal themed giftware and accessories featuring original
artwork by studio founder, M. K. Zeppa. M. K., (short for Melissa Kaye) a dog
fancier since birth, graduated Phi Beta Kappa with Honors from Wellesley College
and holds an MFA from Pratt Institute. Starting Zeppa Studios was the perfect
way to blend her love of animals and art and still make a living. She makes all of her products to order for
you in her Hawk Creek Farm Studio complex in Pearisburg, VA.
Hanging
Ceramic
Tiles Express yourself with
Zeppa's famous hand hewn hanging tiles! These 8 1/4 x 8 1/4
inch tiles can be displayed indoors or out, but as with all ceramic tile, some care is required to protect them from freezing temperatures.
The leather strap
that is attached to the ceramic tile (for hanging) should
also be oiled once in a while in order to keep it supple.
Choose your greeting from our many sayings or make up your own,
such as your street number to identify your home more easily for visitors
and/or deliveries. Or, identifying your family name with an image of
your furry member(s) is a wonderful way to let folks know what is
truly important in your life.
Choose your breed from over
180 Fur Children® designs. Choose your background from Yard, Beach, Lake,
or Mountains. If you can’t decide on a background, simply select
"Artist's Choice" and a selection will be made that looks best. The backgrounds may vary slightly to accommodate the various breed poses.
$55 each.
Hanging
Tiles, which are made to order, ship in 6 weeks and are
not returnable given their customization.
Ceramic Bisque
Coasters — Set of 4 Almost too pretty to use,
these 4-inch round ceramic bisque coasters come beautifully packaged
as a set of 4 in a lovely container. They are just lovely and have a
cork backing to rest safely on any surface.
Choose your breed from over
almost 200 Fur Children® designs.
You also get to select a background from Beach, Yard, Lake, or Mountain.
If you can’t decide on a background, simply select "Artist's Choice"
and a selection will be made that looks best. The backgrounds may vary slightly in order to accommodate the various breed poses.
$34 per set.
Bisque Coasters are made to order, please allow up to 2 weeks for
delivery.
Canine Chef
Aprons
Fur Children® designs
are printed onto premium quality full sized bib aprons right in the
Zeppa Studios. They are made in the U.S.A. from durable, machine washable, crease resistant 100% spun polyester.
The aprons feature a hand pocket with the clever saying–"the
chef is not responsible for dog hair in the food", an adjustable buckle, and fully reinforced stress points.
These aprons are machine washable in warm or cold water with no bleach or fabric softener, and
should be hung to dry. They are available in 40 breeds. $30 each.
Tempered Glass Cutting
Boards Virtually indestructible and actually 5 times stronger than regular glass,
these tempered glass boards will look new for years in your kitchen without cracks, chips, scratches or cut marks.
We know, as this very one pictured here on the right, has been in home for many
years now. And, everyone notices it right off the bat!
Because these
tempered glass pieces are cut proof, bacteria, stains and odors cannot become trapped as they can in wood and plastic boards.
And, there is no need for harsh chemicals to prevent cross contamination.
Zeppa's 12" X 15" inch boards can also be used as a counter saver for hot casseroles or off-the-stove pots and pans.
And, rubber feet keep board
from slipping while you work. They are dishwasher and microwave safe.
The Fur Children® designs are printed on the back side of the boards, so the design cannot be marred by any cutting or heat. The background repeats "the chef is not responsible for dog hair in the food!!!".
$49 each.
This item is made to order, please allow up to 2 weeks for delivery.
A special feature for our Golden lovers is being able to offer one
of Zeppa's Canine Chef Hat designs
on these marvelous cutting boards. Typically, these hat designs are
only available on aprons (above), but we thought it perfect for a
kitchen cutting board as well. We only have this available, however,
for the Golden depiction. However, just let us know if you'd like us
to inquire as to getting your breed on a Zeppa tempered glass
cutting board.
Slobber Dobber and Wipe Your Paws
Towels
These generously sized 16" x 25" Doggie, Kitchen, Bar-B-Que, "whatever" towels are made from super absorbent 100% polyester terry.
For sloppy lips or dirty paws, these towels are just great. We love
the feel to them and also love the double-seamed side borders. The
towels are easy to take care of. Just machine wash on warm with no bleach,
and then machine dry on medium. All of Zeppa's Fur Children® designs are available.
"Not to be hung by the chimney with care, but by the water bowl when they come up for air!"
$14 each.
Candle-Lab-Ras Light
up your life with a warm candle-like glow with a delicately frosted
glass jar hand decorated with lwith 19 possible breeds. The Limited Edition Beach Background is
available for Golden & Lab lovers.
Each 5" x 3" lidded jar comes complete with a liquid paraffin insert, like those widely used in restaurants, which will burn for about 23 hours! Refills are available
at many local stores or you can use your beautiful jar for potpourri,
a toothbrush holder, a pen & pencil holder, etc. $34 each.
Zeppa's crystal Candle-Lab-Ras are made to order, so please allow up to 2 weeks for delivery.
Crystal
Soap Dispensers
These beautiful, collectible crystal soap dispensers from Zeppa (4" x 4.5" x 1.5")
are hand decorated with
19 possible breeds. The Limited
Edition Beach Background is available for Golden & Lab lovers.
Whine Coolers & Cookie Jars No matter what you whine for...
The "Whine" coolers are about 10 inches tall by 4 inches in diameter, but as they are made by hand, the measurements will vary. They hold a 750 ml bottle of wine with ease.
Simply soak the inside of the cooler with cold water, pour it out and set your favorite pre-chilled (if desired) bottle in.
The wet terracotta keeps the temperature from rising. $58 each.
The designs on the coolers are different from Zeppa's usual artwork. They are light-hearted,
renditions of your favorite "breeds". All breeds are available, one dog per cooler.
The "Whine" Cookie Jars are perfect since our dogs are always
whining for treats. The jars are 11 inches tall and 6 inches in diameter,
and are glazed inside. They hold many, many treats. $68 each.
These items, which are made to order, ship in 4 to 6 weeks and are
not returnable given their customization.
Hand-Painted Ceramic Pleasure Tub™
Canisters "Every Tail Should Have a Happy Ending!"™ tails get very happy when
the clinking of the lid of these Pleasure Tub™ Canisters signal
treats are on the way! This earthenware piece is handmade and
hand-painted, then glazed and fired multiple times. It measures 9 inches tall by 6 inches in
diameter and come with an air tight rubber seal.
Choose your breed
from over 180 Fur Children® designs. You also get a choice of trim
color, and a choice of background from Beach, Yard, Lake, or Mountain. If you can’t
decide on a background, simply select "Artist's Choice" and a
selection will be made that looks best. $110 each.
This item, which is made to order, ships in 6 weeks and is
not returnable given its customization.
Personalized Hand-Painted
Ceramic Urn
This
earthenware piece is handmade and hand-painted, then glazed and
fired multiple times. It measures 9 inches tall by 6 inches in
diameter and come with an air tight rubber seal to secure the contents.
The canister is personalized with your dog or cat’s name
on the front, with his/her years of birth and death written on the back.
$120 each.
Choose your breed
from over 180 Fur Children® designs. You also get a choice of trim
color, and a choice of background from Beach, Yard, Lake, or Mountain. If you can’t
decide on a background, simply select "Artist's Choice" and a
selection will be made that looks best. $110 each.
This item, which is made to order, ships in 8 weeks and is
not returnable given its customization.
Hand-Painted
Ceramic Oval Platters Paintings you can use!
Zeppa's hand-painted earthenware oval platters are ready for service
or display. Glazed and fired multiple times, they are generously sized at 11 by 17 inches with an
inch or so indentation. The platters are microwave and food safe. For best
results, hand wash.
Choose your breed from over 180 Fur Children® designs. And, you also can select
a background from Beach, Yard, Lake, or Mountain. If you can’t
decide on a background, simply select "Artist's Choice" and a
selection will be made that looks best. $174 each.
This item, which is made to order, ships in 6 weeks and is
not returnable given its customization.
Hand-Painted Ceramic Rim
Pasta/Salad Bowls For pasta or salads, Zeppa's hand-painted rim edge bowls are ready
to serve on the table or the mantel.
This earthenware piece is handmade and hand-painted, then glazed and
fired multiple times. It is generously sized at 12 inches in
diameter by 4 inches deep. The bowls are microwave and food safe.
For best results, hand wash.
Choose your breed from over 180 Fur Children® designs. And, you also can select
a background from Beach, Yard, Lake, or Mountain. If you can’t
decide on a background, simply select "Artist's Choice" and a
selection will be made that looks best. You can also choose the
style of your bowl. Shown is the bowl with a dark border and smaller
dogs of the breed you selected around the rim. However, you can also
decide on having our fun message around the bowl: the chef is not
responsible for dog (or cat) hair in the food. $174 each.
This item, which is made to order, ships in 6 weeks and is
not returnable given its customization.
Waterdog
Double Old Fashioned Glasses
— Set of 2 Zeppa Studios hand decorates these pure, hard and clear crystal glasses with
their swimming "water dog". A takeoff on this trademark design, in
white instead of black, this dog design would be one that all Lab
and Golden lovers would enjoy.
The crystal's deep and brilliant luster will remind you of a diamond,
and the kiln fired swimming dog will make you smile.
These double old fashioned glasses are a generously sized 13.5 oz.
$29 per set.
Waterdog
Red Wine Goblets — Set of 2 Zeppa Studios hand decorates these pure, hard and clear crystal glasses with
their swimming "water dog". A takeoff on this trademark design, in
white instead of black, this dog design would be one that all Lab
and Golden lovers would enjoy.
The crystal's deep and brilliant luster will remind you of a diamond,
and the kiln fired swimming dog will make you smile.
The "red" wine goblets hold 24.7 oz of your favorite Claret, water or cocktails. $39
per set.
Waterdog
White Wine Goblets — Set of 2 Zeppa Studios hand decorates these pure, hard and clear crystal glasses with
their swimming "water dog". A takeoff on this trademark design, in
white instead of black, this dog design would be one that all Lab
and Golden lovers would enjoy.
The crystal's deep and brilliant luster will remind you of a diamond,
and the kiln fired swimming dog will make you smile.
These 17.3 oz goblets are equally suitable for white or red wines, water or whatever.
$39 per set.
Waterdog
Martini Glasses — Set of 2 Zeppa Studios hand decorates these pure, hard and clear crystal glasses with
their swimming "water dog". A takeoff on this trademark design, in
white instead of black, this dog design would be one that all Lab
and Golden lovers would enjoy.
The crystal's deep and brilliant luster will remind you of a diamond,
and the kiln fired swimming dog will make you smile.
These classic cocktail glasses hold 7 oz of your favorite concoctions.
$29 per set.
No, they aren't for children,
they're Fur Children®, as in "What do you mean my grandchild is a dog (or
cat)?!" To celebrate our love affair with our animal companions, Zeppa Studios
has designed an extensive and every growing line of fine gift items that feature
all kinds of Fur Children® as painted by M. K. Zeppa. 
Express yourself with
Zeppa's famous hand hewn hanging tiles! These 8 1/4 x 8 1/4
inch tiles can be displayed indoors or out, but as with all ceramic tile, some care is required to protect them from freezing temperatures.
The leather strap
that is attached to the ceramic tile (for hanging) should
also be oiled once in a while in order to keep it supple.
Almost too pretty to use,
these 4-inch round ceramic bisque coasters come beautifully packaged
as a set of 4 in a lovely container. They are just lovely and have a
cork backing to rest safely on any surface. 
Canine Chef
Virtually indestructible and actually 5 times stronger than regular glass,
these tempered glass boards will look new for years in your kitchen without cracks, chips, scratches or cut marks.
We know, as this very one pictured here on the right, has been in home for many
years now. And, everyone notices it right off the bat!
The Fur Children® designs are printed on the back side of the boards, so the design cannot be marred by any cutting or heat. The background repeats "the chef is not responsible for dog hair in the food!!!".
$49 each. 
Light
up your life with a warm candle-like glow with a delicately frosted
glass jar hand decorated with lwith 19 possible breeds. The Limited Edition Beach Background is
available for Golden & Lab lovers.
Each 5" x 3" lidded jar comes complete with a liquid paraffin insert, like those widely used in restaurants, which will burn for about 23 hours! Refills are available
at many local stores or you can use your beautiful jar for potpourri,
a toothbrush holder, a pen & pencil holder, etc. $34 each.
Crystal
No matter what you whine for...
The "Whine" coolers are about 10 inches tall by 4 inches in diameter, but as they are made by hand, the measurements will vary. They hold a 750 ml bottle of wine with ease.
Simply soak the inside of the cooler with cold water, pour it out and set your favorite pre-chilled (if desired) bottle in.
The wet terracotta keeps the temperature from rising. $58 each.
"Every Tail Should Have a Happy Ending!"™ tails get very happy when
the clinking of the lid of these Pleasure Tub™ Canisters signal
treats are on the way! This earthenware piece is handmade and
hand-painted, then glazed and fired multiple times. It measures 9 inches tall by 6 inches in
diameter and come with an air tight rubber seal. 
This
earthenware piece is handmade and hand-painted, then glazed and
fired multiple times. It measures 9 inches tall by 6 inches in
diameter and come with an air tight rubber seal to secure the contents.
The canister is personalized with your dog or cat’s name
on the front, with his/her years of birth and death written on the back.
$120 each.
Paintings you can use!
Zeppa's hand-painted earthenware oval platters are ready for service
or display. Glazed and fired multiple times, they are generously sized at 11 by 17 inches with an
inch or so indentation. The platters are microwave and food safe. For best
results, hand wash. 
For pasta or salads, Zeppa's hand-painted rim edge bowls are ready
to serve on the table or the mantel.
This earthenware piece is handmade and hand-painted, then glazed and
fired multiple times. It is generously sized at 12 inches in
diameter by 4 inches deep. The bowls are microwave and food safe.
For best results, hand wash. 
Zeppa Studios hand decorates these pure, hard and clear crystal glasses with
their swimming "water dog". A takeoff on this trademark design, in
white instead of black, this dog design would be one that all Lab
and Golden lovers would enjoy.
The crystal's deep and brilliant luster will remind you of a diamond,
and the kiln fired swimming dog will make you smile. 
Zeppa Studios hand decorates these pure, hard and clear crystal glasses with
their swimming "water dog". A takeoff on this trademark design, in
white instead of black, this dog design would be one that all Lab
and Golden lovers would enjoy.
Zeppa Studios hand decorates these pure, hard and clear crystal glasses with
their swimming "water dog". A takeoff on this trademark design, in
white instead of black, this dog design would be one that all Lab
and Golden lovers would enjoy.
Zeppa Studios hand decorates these pure, hard and clear crystal glasses with
their swimming "water dog". A takeoff on this trademark design, in
white instead of black, this dog design would be one that all Lab
and Golden lovers would enjoy.