I found this charming old photo while exploring the Melrose District in Phoenix with a good friend of mine. I knew I wanted to create a piece out of it as soon as I saw it. It was inspired by the saying “She gathered friends as she gathered flowers in the garden.”
Last night I was idly sketching, thinking about friendships past and present. How some people quickly cross paths and some for longer journeys. There was a certain poem I was looking as I thought about all those relationships and how some had faded away or even cut away. I came across the following poem…
I just love this saying from one of e.e. cummings poems. To me it means that where ever I go, I take a piece of those who I love with me – my family, my friends. They are a part of me as much as I am a part of them. Wishing you all…
The Bellair Craft Fair was wonderful! What was it that was so great? Was it the weather? Absolutely not, it was freezing. And Sunday was colder than Saturday. On Sunday I actually had on socks and tennis shoes (those that really know me are in shock – I really only love wearing flip flops),…
“A cheerful friend is like a sunny day spreading brightness all around.” by John Lubcock What a wonderful quote to give a friend as a birthday or holiday gift or even a just thinking of you gift. The paper collage quote is 4″ x 6″ housed in a metal table top frame. Total dimensions…
Here’s a cute little friendship book filled with quotes. It’s pink, black and white and embellished with metal, glitter, rhinestones and ribbon. The book measures 6″ across from tip to tip. This makes a really affordable birthday, Hanuka or Christmas gift. Check out my Art Fire site to purchase.
“A person is only complete when she has a true friend to understand her, to share all her passions and sorrows with, and to stand by her throughout her life.” This is a beautiful quote for friends or sisters. Set in a deep frame for the handmade 3 dimensional embellishment. 4″ x 6″ quote,…