My dear sweet friend Ronit's birthday was this past weekend and I just knew I wanted to try and paint her something- but what? A kitty! I thought. One of her kitties! Ok, not so easy...
So this was my attempt at painting her fluffy black kitty, Pinot. Somehow it became little Pinot in her imaginary parlor, reminiscing about her trip to the beach- hah! I don't know how... I do know that it was a lovely way to spend a long Saturday afternoon and I'm liking painting more and more each time I try it, so thanks for giving me a good excuse, lady R!
What about you? Have you made something recently just for fun? Do something creative or inspiring over the weekend? Feel free to share your make/do projects and stories in the comments!
PS: for her birthday, Ronit had a "nail polish party" on a Sunday afternoon- we all brought polish to share and did manicures while we drank pink prosecco. So fun!
It's beautiful. This reminds me of my attempt of making a pop-up card for my bother for his b-day. It's a shame he lost that card while moving to another house. But true, it's a very good way of spending time and realizing our hidden talent.
Posted by: Zaynab B87 | Mar 29, 2011 at 11:25 AM
It's so cute! :D Home-made gifts are the best. I need to get to work on some gifts soon- I have a lot of April birthday people in my life! I also made something today, a something to eat! Check it out: http://alyssamakesstuff.com/
Posted by: Alyssa | Mar 29, 2011 at 12:57 PM
that is far too adorable!
Posted by: Claire | Mar 29, 2011 at 01:00 PM
Love the painting. What a lucky friend you have!
Last Friday, I made soap - round soap;shaving soap and Peppermint Pumice Buffing Rounds too. I love to make rounds - they are so perfectly, perfect!
http://tierraverdesoaps.blogspot.com/2011/03/playing-round.html
Posted by: Michele | Mar 29, 2011 at 01:36 PM
I love it! Whimsical. Brought a big, broad smile to MY face as I'm sure it did to Ronit's.
Posted by: Georgene Lockwood | Mar 29, 2011 at 03:04 PM
Nice job! The kitty turned out really cute, what a wonderful gift. :0)
Posted by: melinda ke | Mar 29, 2011 at 03:11 PM
Very thoughtful to create such a sweet gift, and "nail polish party"?? What could be more fun!! I hope she wore a tiara!! :-)
Posted by: Mama Kimmberli | Mar 29, 2011 at 04:33 PM
This is really cute! I love the colors you chose. Bold and fun! (And I love that name - Pinot!)
I hardly EVER get to do any projects just for fun and/or myself. But this past weekend a couple girlfriends and I tried our hand at crocheting some "plarn" bags. SO fun! I just did a blog post on it - check it out here: http://www.flightofthepook.com/2011/03/girlie-night-cooking-plarning-party.html
Have you ever plarned?
Posted by: Cassandra | Mar 29, 2011 at 06:38 PM
What a great card, there's nothing better then a handmade card. I try to create everyday, but haven't been in my studio very much in the last two weeks, I'm hoping to change that soon. I need a creative day!
Posted by: amber kane | Mar 30, 2011 at 02:23 AM
That is absolutely beautiful! I love the bright primary colors, and it reminds me of the cute illustrations in "Goodnight Moon". I've been trying to draw, paint, and sketch more every day. Can't wait to sit down and draw some psychedelic mushrooms tonight.
Posted by: Van | Mar 30, 2011 at 08:27 AM
Okay, being the nail polish addict that I am, I NEED to have my next party be one like she did! Brilliant! :) Love how the painting turned out, I'd kill for one of my dog! Homemade gifts are the best.
Posted by: Trude | Mar 30, 2011 at 04:26 PM