First of all, that giveaway was so fun! Thank you ALL who participated- your comments, enthusiasm etc. were just over the top. And so many new people that I will now be visiting. I definitely will be doing it again. What a complete blast! Thank you, thank you!!
This past Friday I made it up to American Harvest after such a long time away. I hadn't been since July - I just can't believe that. Anyway, the store looked beautiful and brimming with holiday cheer. I was happy to be able to add to the already amazing festivities with a few things.
I thought I'd show you a bit of my inspiration. These are the real deal - a vintage crown and two scepters from what I can only imagine are from a Christmas pageant from long ago. I've had these for a while and know they are just not easily found. (I got lucky, for sure). I love the simplicity of them, don't you? So, I tried to create the same sentiment with my artwork.
Glittered Pageant Crowns.....
Scepters for the sugar plum fairies.....
Tiaras to capture this enchanting time of year...
And boxes to cherish and hold your holiday treasures.
I really enjoyed making these and I'm working on a few more things.I have so many old prints and engravings. They have inspired me greatly and I'm happy to be able to share them in my work. And thanks for letting me share here!!
Okay, and I have to say thank you one more time for playing with me here. Your comments, humor, encouragement make my day. I really do enjoy you all so, so much!! You have no idea.
(Oh yeah, thank you too, Johnny)