Wednesday, February 12, 2014

Wool Wonders

It is another cold/snowy day in Iowa, so I thought I would brighten things up a bit by sharing a couple amazing wool pieces with you. It is no surprise that I have a love for birds and owls...and my good friend Kimber shares my owl obsession - in fact, I think she loves them more than I do (if that is even possible)!...so when I opened a box of birthday goodies from Kimber, I was extremely touched to get a couple pieces of her wool art - including an owl portrait. Kimber's wool portraits are AMAZING...so amazing, that one is featured in the latest issue of Primitive Quilts and Projects magazine (visit Kimber's blog to read all about it!). I think what I love most about this particular piece is that she created it with her very favorite colors and I can't help but think of her and smile each and every time I look at it....and isn't the frame absolutely perfect?! In addition to the owl portrait, she made me the most GORGEOUS wool button with earthy colors...yep, she designed it too - she's crazy talented...I love the added touch of the three little beads! This handmade shank button measures 1.5" in diameter...and I just have to find the perfect use for it...but for now, I'll admire it lovingly on the sunshiny yellow card.  Kimber included several other owl and bird gifts in my box of treasures...including some fun notepads, labels, a glass ornament, some fabrics...even my birthday card was a pop-up card with owls in a tree and the box was wrapped with adorable owl paper.




Yes, I truly have the best friends - and I am so blessed that they share their talents and hearts with me...

6 comments:

  1. Happy birthday! Kimber did a wonderful job on your birthday gifts - each one is so unique and wonderful!

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  2. Belinda,
    That is the cutest Owl I have ever seen. Those are some of my favorite colors. The frame is perfect. You are blessed to have such good friendships. Have a great week!

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  3. Love the owl portrait! What a fun box of goodies for you from Kimber. Enjoy them all, my friend!

    Robin

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  4. What an adorable owl portrait, and I love the beautiful frame. Oh what fun to receive such a delightful package of birthday surprises! Hope that your birthday was extra special, just like you:)

    Blessings!

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  5. Happy Sweet Stitchy Birthday Belinda! Wishing you a fabulous 2014:)

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