Paintings

If you remember I did a little painting awhile back for one of Ryan's co-workers. Well bless her heart she wanted another - this time for her mom for her birthday. She gave me an idea for the colors and then let me use my artistic license with the rest. She asked that I include a verse from the book of Psalm in the bible. I have made it no secret that I'm not a fan of lettering. It's hard, it's time consuming and it rarely turns out they way I want. This painting proved to be doubly challenging because of the amount of text. I think though it turned out well and have come away with clear ideas on how I should and should not go about this the next time. Yes there will be a next time because she's requested another one. I'm happy to oblige because I am certainly enjoying my reunion with my brushes. 

Incase you weren't sure, those are dogwood blooms (I'm really hopeful for spring) I thought they fit with the verse. Plus I think white dogwood are so pretty and delicate. Courtney loved the painting and I am happy with that - thanks again Courtney for your ideas for this painting - I hope mom really loves it!

I also did a little door hanger for my sister in law - she's hosting a shower for a friend. I can't show that one yet - she'll get it tomorrow and the shower is on Saturday. It was fun to do something so small - I haven't worked that little in a while. It made me happy.

I'm also nearly done with a little number for my kitchen. I'll be honest, it's damn adorable and I can't wait to finish it up tonight. My kitchen is the bane of my household existence. Sure it's a good size, but I hate the cabinets, I need to paint, I abhor the floors, so I've been hanging art and such in the room just to spruce it up. So far so good - if I could get a few days with minimal interruption, I may be able to get it painted. One can dream. Who's up for welding a brush?

This evening my focus in on a name sign for Penny's door. I found some spectacular cardstock letters in "Tiffany Blue" that are covered in glitter - they sound tacky, but they are SOOO Penny. I have my dear friend Jenny coming over tonight - she'd like to paint and wants me to show her the ropes and help her out. Not that I am qualified to teach in anyway, but it's all for fun. Besides who am I to turn down a glass of wine and some girl time with a friend? I also need to finish up a little posey bouquet for Lisa (I haven't forgotten).

Until then  - Thanks!

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Thanks!