Tea for Gracie

A wonderful new customer, Daphne Campbell, ordered this cute canvas to match her daughter's bedding. I love the colors and the teacup. There is a small paisley pattern along the rim of the cup. I am now working on a cupcake on a plate to match it. How cute!
Thanks, Daphne for your order. I loved getting the chance to do something a little different! This one is 12x12 square. It also has several different ribbons attached, instead on one big one. I wanted to work in pink and green! The teacup is $30.00.

For the Girl Who Loves Everything

Here is the companion piece to "The Boy Who Loves Everything". That one was posted a while back and you can still see it in the past posts. That one was for Camron Newport. This one is for his baby sister, Zoe Beth. They will be so cute hanging together!
While Camron's was yellow, this one is a pale green. They both have red letters in the "Wiggle" font. This one features a variety of cute insects and, of course, a princess crown! Any assortment of things can be put on your canvas to match your child's interests.
Camron's and Zoe Beth's are 11x14 and cost $30.00. They can be done in any color or font - make them truly custom! I photographed this one after I had wrapped it for delivery.

Think Patriotic

With Independence Day coming up, it is time to think patriotic. Even though I am on break until June 20th, I can still get you a flag in time for the Fourth of July holiday. These funky flags make a great gift! I did this one for my "neighbor" Robin Burton. We have taught beside each other for four years. She is moving schools this year. Things won't be the same without her next door!
I decided to put a new spin on the stars and stripes. There are no stars at all! I used a Vera Bradley bag for inspiration on the paisley print. I also used cream, burgundy, and navy for a more modern look with the colors. The flags are 6x9 and come with a burgundy ribbon attached for hanging, unless otherwise specified. They are $25.00 each.

A Great Bunch of Gals

Today was my last day of school for the year. Not only was it the last day of school, it was also my last day in the second grade. I am moving to fifth grade next year. Yikes! Just kidding, I am really excited about the move. It is time for a change of pace.
However, I am really going to miss the great group of gals in the second grade. Our lunches together have been great "girl time". My job would not be nearly as fun as it is without them. Phyllis is our fearless leader, Virginia is always a lady, Lakeisha is my walking partner, and Sadie keeps us sweet. Girls...it's been fun. I will miss you!

A Family of Dots

Tammy Sliger is dot crazy! I mean that in a good way, Tammy! She ordered a small 5x5 canvas for each of her children. She had the cutest idea...she is going to hang each canvas over a hook in the bathroom. Now each child has a special place for his or her towel and PJ's. I love the boys in blue and the girl in pink, too.


She also ordered a dot canvas for her daughter's bedroom. this one is to hang centered over the bed. She chose the monogram for this one, which I think is just beautiful. The oval frame around the initials was her idea. She thought it gave it a more feminine feel, and she is right! I added the large satin chocolate ribbon. Thanks so much Tammy, enjoy your dots!

For the Coach

I did his one for Katrina Nunley to give to her son's baseball coach. She wanted the Pioneer colors, a baseball, and WC on there somewhere. To give it my touch, I added the words around the border. It is the dictionary definition of a coach. I have been wanting to try this, and I thought this was a great opportunity! I love it!

This is a new size, 6x9. I like this size because it is not too big for a desk or office, but it is big enough not to be crammed up or hard to read. It can be done for any sport or profession. The cost is a steal at $15.00!

Get In My Way...and I'll Paint You!

Sometimes I hold my paintbrush in my teeth when I need both hands for something else. With two kids running around my table, I always need my hands for something else! Lauren found out the hard way that if you get in my way, I will paint you! She ended up with a blue strip up her forehead and into her hair. She thought it was funny and loved having her picture taken anyway. We can learn so much from our children! Have a great Memorial Day!