Artful Memories are art pieces made from the clothing of a loved one. I start with the clothing and talk about meaningful memories the person has of their loved one. We then decide on how the piece/s will look. Contact me if you are interested in having a piece of artwork made for you.

Whitten Family Home
House where their sons grew up. Clothing from the boys was used (sweaters, corduroys, t-shirts, etc. In addition hand painted sky was added. 12x20.

Wilma Bingo
This client's mom loved to play Bingo.
I made a Wilma board (her name) using family pictures.
I made a Wilma board (her name) using family pictures.

At the Beach
Client and her mom loved to go to the beach.
Piece has cutouts from sweatshirts and other fabrics added.
Piece has cutouts from sweatshirts and other fabrics added.

Orange Flowers
Made from mom's paisley pajamas, eyelet blouse, black pants and some hand dyed fabric.

Going to the Fair
Made after my husband died in 2012 for my granddaughter.
One of her favorite memories is of grandpa taking her to "the fair" in Old Orchard Beach.
One of her favorite memories is of grandpa taking her to "the fair" in Old Orchard Beach.