by Debra Cortese | Dec 1, 2017 | custom art & design, Debra Cortese Designs Handbags, Delaware River, Gift Certificates, GIFTS, Greeting Cards, honey bees, Narrowsburg, Nature Designs by Debra Cortese, Nature Lovers Gift List, nature photography, nature's energy, Patterns, photography, shopping
Original photo of the pine and oak trees that inspired Debra’s new bark patterns
Both the pine and oak bark patterns that are featured on clothing and home decor products were inspired by my love and curiosity for the variety of textures and colors of my surroundings. The models for this new design were actually the mature pine tree, the tall one behind the canoe in the landscape photo, and the hand-holding couple of oak trees that stand like guardians on the bank of the Delaware River just outside my studio window.
The trees and the surrounding plants (along with my gardens) serve as hosts to many creatures depending upon the time of year. In spring and summer, this particular pine tree is often inhabited by a hive of honeybees. They return each year to a long, narrow crevasse in the tree’s west side. I haven’t yet tasted their honey but am quite certain a visiting bear delights in his visits to this tree!
The colors and textures of the bark on this glorious pine tree were best captured with macro photography which I intently reviewed to select a most appealing detail section for the pine bark pattern. I’ve added images of several of the most popular ‘Pine Bark” products that are available from my Society6 shop.
I hope you enjoy the texture and colors of my tree bark designs. I certainly enjoyed creating them!
3 Oak Tree Bark Patterns by Debra Cortese
now available on clothing, accessories, tech and home decor products
click on images for product descriptions, options and pricing
by Percy Cat | Apr 4, 2014 | cortese design handbags, custom art & design, designer handbags, Gift Certificates, GIFTS, Greeting Cards, Mother's Day Sale, Nature Lovers Gift List, nature's energy, paintings

Just updated my Gift Certificate page with three new spring design custom gift cards. Each one features a detail image from my mini abstract acrylic paintings.
You can choose the amount you want to gift, choose your favorite card design and then either send it instantly via email, or choose the print your own option and download a high resolution pdf card that you can print, trim and write your own message on.

The printed cards trim and fold to baronial or invitation card size which is 5.5 inches wide by 4.25 inches in height and opens to 5.5 x 8.5 inches.
If you have any questions about these, send me an email at: debra at debracortese.com or call: 845-684-4206 between 9 am and noon monday through friday.
Please share this with any friends that love handbags – especially Bags that Share the Beauty, Power and Magic of Nature 😉

by Percy Cat | Mar 11, 2014 | Bag of the Week SALE, Cortese Designs Bag of the Month, Debra Cortese Designs Handbags, designer handbags, Flower of Life, Gift Certificates, GIFTS, Holiday Sales, Nature Designs by Debra Cortese, Nature Lovers Gift List, nature's energy, Patterns, sacred geometry, SALE
My Spring Sale starts today, March 11, 2014 and ends on Thursday, April 10th at 8 pm Eastern Standard Time. ONLY 200 sets (Hipster Bag with matching Wristlet) are available in each design. Order your favorite design today, get the matching leather wrist wallet/phone case FREE, and save $75.00!
Click HERE or on the image for the official SALE page for both new designs.


by Percy Cat | Dec 11, 2013 | Art by Debra Cortese, cortese design handbags, Debra Cortese Designs Handbags, gicleés, Gift Certificates, GIFTS, Holiday Sales, Nature Designs by Debra Cortese, Nature Lovers Gift List, nature's energy, paintings, photography

Choose one of my new Gift Card designs
and you can have it emailed directly to your recipient
or, download the high resolution pdf file, print the card yourself
on a standard lettersize sheet of paper,
fold it in half twice and you can personalize your message.
Debra Cortese Design Gift Cards can be used to purchase
contact me at: orders@debracortese.com
or call 845-684-4206
between 10 am and 8 pm Monday through Saturday.
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by Percy Cat | Dec 8, 2013 | Bag of the Month Giveaway, cortese design handbags, Cortese Designs Bag of the Month, Debra Cortese Designs Handbags, designer handbags, Gift Certificates, GIFTS, Holiday Sales, Nature Designs by Debra Cortese, nature's energy, Patterns, SALE
THE WINNER OF THE DECEMBER 5TH HANDBAG GIVEAWAY
is Carolyn Dooley Keating – a South Florida fan of Cortese Design Bags and Debra Cortese Designs for over 5 years!
Congratulations Carolyn and I’m looking forward to a photo of you carrying your new Tribal Zebra cross body hipster bag which will be shipped out to you tomorrow!

by Percy Cat | Nov 29, 2013 | Art by Debra Cortese, cortese design handbags, custom art & design, Debra Cortese Designs Handbags, designer handbags, Gift Certificates, Holiday Sales, Nature Designs by Debra Cortese, Nature Lovers Gift List, nature's energy, paintings, photography, SALE
Gift Certificates are always the right size, color, design – especially for
the discriminating nature lover on your list!
Take advantage of this great Holiday Offer and get 20% of additional value on any Gift Certificate you purchase between November 29th and midnight on December 3rd, 2013.
Example: you purchase $100 worth of Gift Certificate credit and your recipient get a $120 Gift Certificate which can be applied to any handbags, art prints or paintings by Debra Cortese Designs.
Click HERE to order your perfect “Gift Certificates” today!