Painting for Mom

Since she's my mom and all I knew she'd like it ;-) It's supposed to be an abstract beach.

I love painting and don't take the time to do it nearly as much as I'd like. Not that I'm so great but I just find it be so therapeutic. Really the only time I ever even attempt it is on weekends or if I'm trying to get something done for someone. But I definitely have to make a conscious effort to do relaxing activities on weekends that aren't just vegging out in front of the TV or napping. Yesterday was my kind of Saturday - spin class, a little cleaning and laundry, cuddles with Freddy, pool with Hayley, a nice nap, some reading throughout the day and then out to Little 5 Points for drinks and some improv comedy. My friend Allison and I decided weekends are MUCH to short, just as soon as you wind down Monday morning makes sure to put an end to that.

Speaking of the beach, can I go back please? The beach in mornings and evenings is the ultimate therapy if you ask me.

Painted Frames

Painted and decorated this frame as part of my belated birthday present to Rachel. Her bedroom is purple, grey and black.

And this one as part of my early birthday present for Sarah's October birthday.

Already brainstorming ideas for the holidays ... More teacup candles? Handmade knitted scarves? Mugs filled with treats? My family and friends are just so lucky to be the recipients of my homemade gifts :)

Picture Box for Mom

Before

After

I made this for my mom's birthday. Just painted and decorated an unfinished wooden box. The pictures were taken by me in various seasons and locations - Beach in Maine for summer, apple orchard in Elijay for fall, view from my condo balcony for winter and sunflowers in Asheville, NC for spring.

Homemade gifts are the best!