Well my large canvas is shelved at the moment while I get to grips with making Christmas cards and gifts along with some birthday gifts.
My lovely blogging friend, Kathy Maximo, has a special birthday this month...I'm sure she won't mind me telling you, so I decided to make her a small canvas as a gift...
It measures just 7" x 5" and I really enjoyed making this one...
The inspiration for this came from the new 'Bonjour' paper collection from Kaisercraft . I have a very big weakness for beautiful designer paper and Kaisercraft is brilliant because of all the added extras within their collections, including the most delicious stamps...
So when this landed on my doormat I could not help but be inspired!!!
I painted the canvas pink then added a layer of the designer paper and from there built up layer upon layer of acrylic paints stencilled through various Crafters Workshop masks then doodled and stamped and coloured and finished by adding one of the collection's wonderful butterflies, some cream pearls and some pink ribbon for hanging the canvas...
...and then, of course, more of the collection was used making Kathy's birthday card.
Today is also Armistice Day
- Each year, on the eleventh hour on the eleventh day of the eleventh month, we remember the end of the First World War and all those who have given their lives in the two world wars and in conflicts up to the present day. This year is a special Remembrance Day as it falls on a unique day: 11-11-11-11.
The Poppy Appeal
Every year, poppies are worn to support the work of The Royal British Legion who provide practical help to the Armed Forces and their families.
Wear your poppy with pride!!! and remember all those who give their lives that we might be free!
Thank you for visiting and I really appreciate the time you take to leave such warm and encouraging messages. It always makes my day reading them.
Happy Weekend.
Lesley x
47 comments:
Both the card and canvas are so gorgeous!! I am sure your friend will treasure them.
oh what eye candy so delicate and beautiful, took me ages to look at each piece thank you
Hugs Kate xx
these are gorgeous!! I love your canvas, so beautiful and delicate!! I have a pile of canvases in the loft, which I aquired buying various art sets, you have really made me want to get them out and have a play!!
Love your card to, love the soft elegance and all the dimension you have created.
Stunning work!
Hugs Juls
Utterly gorgeous as always with you. Have a special day XOXO Zoe
That is so cute! I love the butterfly! :)
oh my, such a visual delight! These are just beautiful and I'm sure your friend will be so pleased with both the canvas and the card.
I have my poppy on (even though I seem to be the only person in an office of 80!) and will remember those who gave their lives for us.
This is so lovely. It feels peaceful too which is appropriate for today.
Hi Lesley,
These are really elegant and beautiful creations. I love the soft colours and the butterflies are gorgeous.
Hugs,
Fiona x
I love this idea and it turned out so beautifully.
Happy PPF!
xox
Precious gift, you are brilliant butterflies. Saludos
Both are very elegant and unique creations ~ Lucky friend you have ~thanks, namaste, Carol (Share the Creative Journey) Happy PPF
This is a very lovely canvas! Happy birthday to your friend.
This is GORGEOUS!!! I love all the beautiful supplies and what you did with them makes me swoon . . . lovely, elegant work. AND what a sweet friend you are - I know it will be a cherished gift, xoxo
You have created a wonderful canvas and card! Valerie
ooo so gorgeous, I love all the details!
What an amazingly beautiful painting and gift!
Off to check out the Kaisercraft website now. :) Thanks for the suggestion!
Happy PPF!!
Mary
Mixed-Media Map Art
Your friend will be so thrilled with her card and painting. What a lovely thing to do for her birthday.
Gorgeous canvas and card Lesley. Happy PPF, x
Oh my Dear Lesley,
I am looking at this canvas now it is on my wall of art, from my art "sisters", above my desk and I see it every time I sit here.
I am in love with this piece and the card is no doubt the most beautiful card I have ever received. As Kate said, there is so much to see, and every time I gaze at either piece, I see something new.
I will treasure them, and I will not forget this lovely act of kindness you have shown me. You have given me a very tender and sweet message during a difficult time for me, and I hope to one day touch someone's heart in this way as well. JUST when they need it most.
Loving hugs to you my far away friend, xo
oh this is such a gorgeous piece Lesley!!!! wonderful work and I am proudly wearing my poppy today!!!
ah, such a lovely gift, i can tell it overflows with love and care.
These two are both such beautiful and delicate pieces of work... I really love that line of flowers along the bottom of the first one and thanks so much for providing detailed shots so we can admire it close up and see all that wonderfullness xx
Hi Lesley
They are gorgeous! Looks like fun too. Happy Weekend, Evelyn
I love both the canvas and the card. Love those butterflys too. Happy PPF!
What a nice gift for your friend. Beautiful work.
This is so lovely, I can't stop looking at all the beautiful colour line and subtleties. Great Job. Kathy will love it!
these are so cute
Lovely - hey butterfly lady - did you ckeck out the buterfly effect on my blog. You might really love it.
Beautiful petite gift and card. Your friend is sure to love it. xox Corrine
Wow, these are absolutely lovely! I'm sure your friend is going to love these. Your attention to detail is amazing :-)
Gorgeous works!!
Very very pretty! I hope she loves her gift
Oh my goodness--beautiful!!
What a lovely, lovely gift! ~Happy Paint Party Friday! #61 Robin Panzer Art Studio 33
You do such neat and detailed work. It turned out just beautiful!
This is so so so gorgeous Lesley, your friend will be so happy! Your talent never ceases to amaze me! These are brilliant!
Lesley, both of these are lovely. I love so much about each one of them. You are SO right - that collection of paper is fabulous. I know your friend will just adore her gift!
Very, very beautiful.
This is so lovely Lesley and it is just perfect for Kathy -- I know how much she loves that you graced her with this!
i just love the 3d elements and colors of these pieces! happy PPF!
hugs,
peggy aplSEEDS
Wow, the painting and card came out fantastic! What a fun collection! Your friend will cherish this!!! Happy PPF!
Oh WOW, Lesley!!!! What a beautiful gift you've created. I love the combination of the papers with your painting. Your friend will be absolutely delighted with this, I know I would be. Her card is very special too.
We have certainly been wearing our poppies with pride. What a lovely weekend of remberance it's been.
Hope you've had a good one.
Hugs Lisax
beautiful! - lucky friend :)
I am in awe of this beautiful work. I wish I had told you my birthday was last month. Ah, there is always next year. I do love your work. Blessings, Janet PPF
Oh My Goodness this is the most special & gorgeous keepsake, I'm sure she will treasure it - BEAUTIFUL!
Stunning canvas, something to treasure and a beautiful card xx
these cards are gorgeous!!! wow!
xoEsther
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