Memoires in a tin, I have been thinking of my mum a lot lately.I have been missing her voice, her guidance especially with a lot going on in my life. My art has always saved me sanity wise, not money wise.
So I sat down and made elements that made up parts of my mum to me. She loved to sew and we often received home made goodies. One Christmas I remember I wanted a Golliwog (am I still allowed to sat that Political correctness and all) I remember running to the Christmas tree, Christmas morning and there it was my beloved golliwog. Mum had been up finishing it for me. I hold on to these memories.
Mum was always putting things into tins and jars bits and bobs from who knows where . Mum loved flea market I think that where I got my passion for junking.
These are somethings she had in her draw after she passed away.so that’s what I did in this memory tin to help keep her close to me.
23 comments:
how very sweet, Jen. lovely tribute and elegant use for such humble items.
What a magnificent keepsake in memory of your most treasured mum.
It could be placed as a daily reminder of her cherished love.
How special is that?
All good wishes,
Suzy
This is a lovely way to remember your Mum. I can't help but think she'd be pleased to see that you put this together with her in your thoughts.
It's so beautiful Jen!!!!
This really is special, Jen.
What a nice way to remember your mum.
xoxo Kim
This is a perfectly gorgeous sentimental keepsake Jen.
this is just wonderful Jen! I love it!
Linda
Dear Jen,
What a lovely homage to your Mum! Your words bought tears to my tees. Have just spent the weekend with my Mum who is 90 years old.
Hugs Lucy
That is a wonderful keepsake of your Mum Jen. Cheers Glenda
Beautiful work Jen!! I am sure that your Mum is smiling!! I ahve often looked at the Singer sewing decal and thought of using it. it was never in a machine that I could dismember however!!!
There is nothing more beautiful than those things which come straight from the heart. This piece is especially poignant Jen, truly lovely. Funnily enough my brothers and I have a very similar memory that also includes an overwhelming desire for one of those oh so politically incorrect toys. We were lucky enough to find ours, hand made by Mum, under our christmas tree too! It still today one of our most treasure memories.
Love it!!!!! Gorgeous art piece!
So beautiful Jen, love your piece. And how special is that, of your mom. Great inspiration for me. Hugs, Riki
Jen, sorry, but what is a golliwog? Can they eat you? Ha ha. Riki
What a lovely momento Jen - I hope it made you feel a bit less lonesome for your Mum too.
Fabulous keepsake and a touching post. Just lovely...
So beautiful Sis and so important to keep those memories alive. As you wear this close to your heart you will have a part of your Mum with you. I am sorry you don't have her to bounce off life's problems. I haven't been there like I need to be with all going on in our lives. I will work on being there more for you.
Love you Sis
Just amazing! Lovely piece.
What a wonderful keepsake. Xx
Hi Jen, the first box, the copper one is 5" x 3". This brass one is about 2 1/2" big. They sure are fun! Thanks Jen. Riki
I know how you are missing your Mom, as am I. This is such a wonderful piece to keep close to your heart. Sending loads of love, hugs and wishes to you and your family for a magical Christmas and healthy, happy New Year. Miss you!! xox Deb
Hi Jen, I hope we cross paths one day too! Wouldn't that be wonderful. Next time you're in the states maybe??? Oh please! Have a wonderful Christmas and New Years. Yes, that WH is pretty cute, huh? Love ya girl, Riki
Beautiful Jen. I'm inspired to create something in memory of my mom, as her 3rd year anniversary is next week. Our mom's are always near and dear.
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