Haley

Another fave!  This mom-to-be wasn't releasing the baby's gender or name for public consumption but my mom wrangled it out of her ; )  The MTB was using the classic Pooh bedding, etc for the nursery and named the baby girl, Haley.  I had no idea how it would turn out, but I was amazed at the results!  I'd be really dangerous if I actually knew what I was doing!!

It was from her shower that I was asked to create a gift certificate for a customized painting.  Never one to shy away from trying something new, I obliged, natch.  Which ultimately led to the creation of Sophia, which I thought was pretty cute, all things considered: Recycling a gently used canvas - bad.  Trying a new design and thinking paint pens would help - bad.  Two canvasses, lots of Gesso & a misshap with an exacto - bad.  A trip to Michaels for a new canvas and roll of ribbon - priceless.  The ribbon covered the staples glaring out from the edges of the canvas, which unfortunately you can't see in this photo, but take my word for it - cute!