When I got back from my visit to Germany, I had two amazing gifts waiting for me from two of my dear friends I met through blogging. (I often still can't believe how much starting a blog has enriched my life!). The amazing, beautiful, inspiring, funny, feisty and immensely talented Anne of
El Milagro Studio (you must visit her!) had made this little work of art for my birthday!
In her awesome creativity, she had turned around a little square wrapped canvas and made the most amazing little altar/shrine from it. Just look at all this detail! And the colors ... delicious!!
On the back (or is it the front?), the Buddha simply exudes peace and calm. Anne, I've been studying this to figure out all the different elements you combined here. You are the queen of mixed media!! Thank you so much! I just LOVE it!
And then, I was fortunate enough to win a giveaway at Ces' incredible blog,
Ces and her Dishes. Go visit her blog - you'll be blown away by her drawings! An original acorn - how did I get this lucky!
Dear, wonderful, beautiful, witty, sweet, uber-talented, Ces, this drawing is exquisite and will hang framed on one of our walls in the near future. It most definitely is our favorite nut!
Thank you both! I love these these beautiful gifts you have bestowed on me, but even more, I treasure our friendship!!
Silke these are lovely! Anne's piece is amazing! And the acorn is wonderful! THanks for sharing these!
ReplyDeleteI know what you mean about blogging enriching your life....I have only had my art blog for a couple of months now but have already met so many wonderful creative souls! It is a great journey so far!
:)
Silke, the box canvas just offers opportunity to use both sides. I used to just do the front, and then on day looked at the back and the mind gave a *FLIT* and you know the rest of the story!
ReplyDeleteI wish I could remember what the characters read that I used in the clay.....*sigh*.....
Blogging does let you meet wonderful people and make creativity and life much richer!
TSUP!!!♥♥♥
Anne.......one of the Cesnuts! :D
Love via mail - it doesn't get much better than that, does it?
ReplyDeleteGorgeous gifts - for a gorgeous woman!
~such gorgeous surprises to find waiting for you...i have never seen anyone create on a canvas both side...this is brilliant and warm and ever so beautiful! and the acorn drawing what better way to welcome the season upon us...warm wishes and brightest blessings~
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh those are both so beautiful! I LOVE the canvas, what a brilliant idea. You are a lucky girl indeed. And blogging, yes, it is the best!
ReplyDeleteOOOOOooooooooo how lucky can you get!!! Goodness, Anne couldn't leave one minute blank space! Amazing. Oh, and our little Cesnut is as brilliant as ever! Best Sisterfriends Ever!
ReplyDelete**blows kisses** Deb
What lovely gifts! Congratulations! It's nice making new friends and yes, I agree with you, Silke, that blogging has enriched my life as well :-)
ReplyDeleteEvery day I am blown away by the talent of all my sisterfriends. You too!!
ReplyDeleteWOW!
Nice gifts dear one!!
Blessings all over you!
What lovely gifts, to someone who is lovely!!
ReplyDeleteKlasse Geschenke! Und tolle Bilder hast Du mitgebracht aus Deutschland. Schade, dass das wegen Deiner Krankeheit mit unserem Kaffee nicht geklappt hat, aber vielleicht kommst Du ja bald mal wieder in unsere Kante! Hugs Stefanie
ReplyDeleteLiebe Silke, ich weiß nicht, kann ich Deutsch schreiben ??? Dein Blog ist wunderschöön, berührt mein Herz & meine Seele... ich werde Dich öfter besuchen ♥
ReplyDeleteLiebevolle Grüße sende ich Dir, woman - WUNDERVOLLES
Oh, you are sooo lucky!!! I envy you!! :-D
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your gifts. Kisses!
Lucky, lucky girl! Those are great!
ReplyDeleteSuch lovely gifts! What a special treat to come home to!!! :) And you are well-deserved of them. Theresa :)
ReplyDeleteLove the goodies you received! So cute!
ReplyDeleteLiebe Silke, I am so happy that you are happy. That painted canvas is something else, isn't it? You certainly deserve all the gifts your friends lovingly give you! TSUP!
ReplyDeleteThe canvas piece is really delightful - how creative your friend Anne is! I already know how wonderful Ces's nuts are - I am the proud owner of two!
ReplyDeletejust lovely silke....what treasured gifts..just beautiful...
ReplyDeleteand YES!!! i agree..blogging had been a gift...meeting such dear friends...such as YOU !!!!! just a blessing in my life too.
sending love to you
kary and teddy
xxx
Ahh! Love, manifested in art. Wonderful gifts for a wonderful person!
ReplyDeleteI gave you an award! Tsup!
ReplyDeleteLove, joy, and contentment for you from me. Happy Birthday friend!
ReplyDeleteThese are both super lovely..such wonderful treasures waiting for you...the best kind!
ReplyDeleteenjoy!