I love the ornament exchange that I have been a part of for the last 3 years.  The ornaments that I receive are so creative, sweet and fun.  It has changed my tree from being full of commercialism, to a tree that has warmth and artistic wonderment. 

This year, my ornament was late upon completion.  This project came at a time that was very therapeutic and artistically needed.  I really do love creating and am reminded every time I sit down, taking time for myself, how much it feeds my soul.

The poem that is written on the house reads:
My music plays, can you hear it?  Shake me ever so gently and listen to my quiet jingle.  Need a little more, take me in your hands and dance.  Move me and I will sing.  My windows, doors, and warmth are open for you to remember your heart.  Think, feel, dance and sing.

 Slab construction is where it all begins, taking the idea of Studio 4 Art's gingerbread workshop to a much smaller scale.

 A hand sculpted heart is on the inside of each house.   I was really mindful of this step.  Clay feels SO GOOD.  Especially this clay, the texture is like porcelain, very smooth.

 A corner glimpse of my, at home, studio.

After, glazed and fired, sewing them with gold thread was the final touch.  The heart that jingles on the inside is a gentle reminder that home IS where the heart is.