I created this love-inspired mixed-media canvas for Jennifer as a wedding gift.
Layers of creamy colors with dot accents makes me think of vanilla frosted wedding cakes.
A single, sparkly vintage earring sits atop a fuzzy bed of wool.
One meaningful word amongst a scattering of shimmer.
An antique drawer pull acts as a roof-like accent…this one, strong element hints to thoughts of shelter. A good marriage can be like a shelter…a sanctuary where couples retreat to, to support and encourage each other.
Creating canvases with love in the mix puts me in a dreamy, gentle mood. What about you…what puts you in this sweet and peaceful state?
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& YOU know how to cherish.
it comes through in so many ways.
you come through. yes, becky, yes!
as for the state you mention,
i think the simple things.
a quiet beginning to my day.
hearing the birds.
a sip of coffee. (maybe a few sips!)
taking in a few beautiful words.
love 2u! xox
June 25th, 2011
This is a lovely, thoughtful gift, that is especially so because it was cherished by you as you created it.
What takes me to that place is when I have made the decisions and am doing the work – handstitching with eembroidery thread will take me there in seconds.
June 25th, 2011
my peaceful state…every night my sweet cat, Baby, gets in bed with me. She lies down close enough for me to pet her. When she starts purring louder than the volume on the tv, I know all is well with the world.
Your canvas is just outstanding. What a wonderful gift.
June 25th, 2011
Love this canvas, and your quote about shelter in a marriage…so beautiful and true and I am grateful for that kind of marriage.
I also love what Kim said above…I have my two sweet cats that do the same thing, and even when I might be distraught about something they seem to know and their purr and touch comforts my soul.
June 25th, 2011
Kim and Becca, your kitty-love sounds a lot like my doggie-love…loyal pets are the best!
June 26th, 2011
What a touching piece of art…it is beautiful!
June 25th, 2011
Seriously, can I just come and sit on the edge of your desk one day? I won’t make a sound …. I’ll even hand you the glue gun …..
June 25th, 2011
Such a lovely wedding gift handmade with simplicity and love from you Becky. Getting into that sweet and peaceful place can be from something as simple as glancing at Mr. C from across the room knowing he is my soul mate and my life with him is so good. Right now I am in that wonderful place just be cleaning my studio. I am always amazed at the things I find buried in piles of daily stuff. Life is good and your art is great!
June 25th, 2011
Sherry, how wonderful that you share such sweet love with hubby. I wonder, how long have you two been together?
June 26th, 2011
i find my special time and place when i see art like this that gives me a sense of peace and love. physically, it is not for me. but it is a treasure for me to cherish. it is soft, warm and comforting.
June 26th, 2011
The ocean immediately relaxes me. Something about the constant slap of waves helps me to draw in breath and slow down like no other place.
June 26th, 2011
Kathi, the ocean does it for me too. Being in this environment feels like a warm and wonderful embrace from Mother Nature.
June 26th, 2011
What a stunning piece. My husband & I just celebrated our 10th wedding anniversary and I am so thankful to have someone amazing to share my life with.
love me 🙂
June 26th, 2011
A most lovely piece, that they will cherish always…
June 26th, 2011
Beautiful piece Becky! Gorgeous soft tones. Lovely present!
June 26th, 2011
It is beautiful as are the treasured thoughts that go with it 😀
I love the colors you chose and the framing accent, to protect what is sacred~
Dreamy gentle mood…okay, morning and evening walks, gardening reminds me of what has grown around me and with me and the ocean. It’s roar is calling me the lull of the waves and the pound of the sand, tug at my heart. It is where I met my hubby and my favorite place on the planet~X
June 26th, 2011
Love this Becky!
What size is the canvas? When I first saw it, I thought it was a small pin. Then I read canvas. It is hard for me to picture the size. But it is so pretty!
June 26th, 2011
Nancy, the canvas is 4″ x 4″. I use this size a lot…it’s perfect for making small little pretties.
June 26th, 2011
Becky this piece and sentiment are just beautiful. I smiled as I read your words about a good marriage being a shelter. It reminded me that I am truly blessed to have such a marriage. I should let that inspire me more.
June 26th, 2011
What a beautiful gift for Jennifer. It’s really very lovely!
xo
jeanne
June 26th, 2011
This is absolutely beautiful. What a lucky friend you have to receive this lovely gift!
June 27th, 2011
I’ve visited your blog before but it’s been a while. Re-found again through Ellen Wilson–Honestly, looking at things like this make me feel sort of relaxed and calm. I think that’s why I continually gravitate to mixed-media and art stuff…even though I have very little time to make much.
This is a beautiful piece, you have such a talent for creating pieces that evoke strong feelings. I’m a big fan 🙂 ~Scarlett
June 27th, 2011
It’s like a crown at the top. I think I have crowns on my mind right now, as I’m reading “Elizabeth I” by Margaret George and am totally immersed in its 600+ pages! So this takes me right to that time period in the 15th and 16th centuries even though your drawer pull is probably Victorian. I think Elizabeth would have loved this!
Hugs, Diane
July 10th, 2011
What a sweet post Becky. I just saw this. I really loved the canvas, and it hangs on my wall at home. It was truly a special gift from you.
February 28th, 2012
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