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“For the things we have to learn before we can do them, we learn by doing them.” ― Aristotle
I continue to experiment with mosaics. It has been a very rewarding experience. I am beginning to think that there is perhaps some creativity within me. I am also trying to learn discipline and patience. “Trying” being the key word, as I still struggle with being in the present moment and enjoying the process instead of just wanting to get the job done.
I have been using a variety of materials I find around the house, at the dollar store and at the craft store. I think that is one of the beauties of mosaic, you can use anything and make it work.
“Determination, effort, and practice are rewarded with success.” ― Mary Lydon Simonsen
I decided to make frames for my family member’s to surprise them with on my next trip to Brazil. Well it is not much of a surprise because I have already told them what I was up to. 🙂
And here they are for your viewing pleasure. Please keep in mind that I still have to clean some of the grout from around and on top of some tiles. I am giving my sore fingers a break from this detailed job for now.
This one I made for my Mom. I made it from stones and buttons. She collects owls and if you look closely you will see tiny owls on the side and at the top.
This one I made for my dad. He adores animals, specially dogs. There are 14 different types of dogs on it. Also made with buttons.
This one I made for my brother. He is a spots fan so I was happy to have found those buttons in the shape of different balls. It is made from tessarae (ceramic tiles).
This last one, but not least, I made for my sister. It is made with glass tiles and other buttons and silver plaques. She is a teacher so I have some school related decorations (pencils, ruler, etc). On the 6 silver little plaques at the top are the following words: Faith, Believe, Love, Hope, Destiny and Play.
This last one, but not least, I made for my sister. It is made with glass tiles and other buttons and silver plaques. She is a teacher so I have some school related decorations (pencils, ruler, etc). On the 6 silver little plaques at the top are the following words: Faith, Believe, Love, Hope, Destiny and Play.
They look much better in person, but they still look like a child’s school project, but I am so proud of getting them done. I look forward to making more and improving, improving, improving.
“Practice makes the master.”
― Patrick Rothfuss
catterel said:
It really doesn’t matter if they don’t look professional – they are made with so much love and will be treasured 😀
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A Star on the Forehead said:
They are certainly made with love and my creative crafty mom is over the moon that I too up a craft! A blessed weekend to you! 🙂
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myspokenheart said:
Your family will LOVE them!!!
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Thank you, I think so! Many blessings! 🙂
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artscottnet said:
Very creative, I like them! Great job
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Thank you! Blessings! 🙂
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PigLove said:
That is gorgeous my friend! XOXO – Bacon
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Hey Bacon
I am glad you think so, perhaps my next one will have a pig motive! lol Blessings! 🙂
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PigLove said:
Fantastic! That would be so cool! XOXO – Bacon
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Stay tuned …
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weggieboy said:
Nicely done! I especially like how you broke away from traditional materials and incorporated articles relevant to the work of those you gave the mosaics as gifts! I have no doubt these gifts became prized possessions.
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Thank you so much! Perhaps I do have a creative bone, as I am thinking of all sorts of different materials I could use! many blessings! 🙂
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Nikitaland said:
Love all of these! 🙂
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Thank you so much! Blessings!
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Thank you! So glad you like them! Blessings!
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Fig & Quince said:
I love the Aristotle quote you used (will have to write it down and keep in mind) and also your mosaic projects. They’re wonderful and these kinds of handmade, heartfelt gifts are the very best gifts to give and receive.
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Fig & Quince said:
I love the Aristotle quote you used (will have to write it down and keep in mind) and also your mosaic projects. They’re wonderful and these kinds of handmade, heartfelt gifts are the very best gifts to give and receive.
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A Star on the Forehead said:
That is indeed a great quote! Thank you for commenting on my projects, they are from the heart and I am hoping it will be appreciated. A blessed week to you! 🙂
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dragonflyzia said:
I like them all, but my favorite is the one with the owls….you outdid yourself on that one!!!
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A Star on the Forehead said:
oh wow, thank you! That makes me very happy! Many blessings to you! 🙂
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newbloggycat said:
Very nice and very creative 😉
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Thank you! It makes me so happy to be finding a creative vein in my body! Blessings! 🙂
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utesmile said:
They are fantastic, you are so creative. They are individual gifts which make them more special. Fantastic!
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Hi Ute! It feels so cool to be called creative! And I do hope my family see the love I have put into them! Blessings! 🙂
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Maria M said:
I love them, you have great patience and talent
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A Star on the Forehead said:
oh Maria, I am the most impatient person on this planet lol , but mosaics are teaching me the art of patience a little.
Thank you do much for thinking I have talent. It makes me so happy!!
A blessed week to you! 🙂
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Maria M said:
Thank you for your kind reply, could use a lot of blessings
this week
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A Star on the Forehead said:
I will keep you in my good thoughts! 🙂
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chris9911 said:
I don’t know why but, I just have this urge to wanna eat those.
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A Star on the Forehead said:
I am glad my mosaics provoked an emotion! Wait, is hunger an emotion or a feeling? or perhaps a feeling provoked by an emotion?
oh Chris you confuse me sometimes! 🙂
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chris9911 said:
oh, I meant to say those mosaic work looks edible. it reminds me of m&m’s, sweets, yogurt covered raisins, etc. mmmmm
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A Star on the Forehead said:
I knew that, specially since you are looking at them at lunch or right after lunch and your body is craving sugar.
At any rate, I am taking it as a compliment!
Perhaps for my next masterpiece I will use the sweets you mentioned plus jelly beans, twizzlers and popcorn.
Now go eat some sugar!! 🙂
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chris9911 said:
It definitely is a complement because you might have stumbled on to a style that isn’t mainstream yet. Art & design should be about creativity and originality 🙂
I always love art that stimulate more than just vision. Why not create art that stimulate taste, vision, and imagination 🙂
I’m eating Twix and Coke as we speak, thanks.
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A Star on the Forehead said:
and when I am rich and famous I will credit you with helping me towards this new style.
Since I over-think things I am concerned my art may attract rodents and insects!
Twix and Coke …Heaven on earth!
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chris9911 said:
is it just me or do you think twix from the 80s tasted better than twix of today
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A Star on the Forehead said:
I never tried a Twix in the 80s or 90s, I became acquainted with them in 2001 when we hired someone that was addicted to it!
But I have to say, that I am sure the originals are better than the so-called new and improved anything.
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Patricia Awapara said:
Wonderful pieces! lots of fun!
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Hi Patricia, Fun is a great word to describe them! I am glad that you liked them! Blessing! 🙂
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Carolyn Hughes said:
These are fabulous!
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Hi Carolyn
Thanks for liking them! Blessings! 🙂
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