Christmas memories

The first Christmas without Wiggle is hard, we miss him so much.  I am glad I have his blog to look back through and remember the fun we had and how much Wiggle enjoyed all his gifts.  We had Christmas at home, away, with snow but most importantly, lots of special memories.

One of my favourite memories was when Wiggle became fascinated with one of the Christmas tree decorations, a little knitted elf:

Wiggle loved that little knitted elf so much that when my back was turned, he took it down from the tree!

So this year, instead of a star or angel on our Christmas tree, we have the little elf, at the top of the tree next to Wiggle's photo:

Merry Christmas from Sofy and me xx

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Curls

"Curls," 24" x 30", acrylics on panel, featuring a palomino Thoroughbred with a festive and somewhat tropically colored forelock of ribbon. $899 and the first asking nicely gets her! As always, inquiries may come to me.

Wouldn't this (or any of my Beribboned paintings) make for an incredible focal point in a nursery or child's room?

Thanks, as always, for following my art,

Warmly, Kim

ksantini@turtledovedesigns.com  

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Minx

"Minx," 24" x 30", acrylics on panel, featuring a black Thoroughbred mare with a tangled forelock of ribbon. Minx is available - what a stunning holiday gift she would make! $899 and the first asking nicely gets her! As always, inquiries may come to me.

A couple weeks ago I roadtripped to Linda Shantz's home, hanging out together in her studio and in the barn. This painting is inspired by one of her layups, Quidi Vidi, and our childhood obsession with the Black Stallion. We both are convinced that Quidi Vidi is exactly what Black Minx, the Black Stallion's filly, would have looked like.

Thanks, as always, for following my art,

Warmly, Kim

ksantini@turtledovedesigns.com  

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Peppermint

"Peppermint," 16" x 20", acrylics on panel, featuring a lop eared rabbit crowned with a delightful candy cane striped bow. Many thanks to Cornelia K for allowing me to use her bunny as inspiration for this painting. Peppermint needs a home - she can be yours for $749 - the first asking nicely gets to adopt her! As always, inquiries may come to me.

Not much to do while the snow flies but sling paint. Who should I crown next? hmmmm......

Thanks, as always, for following my art,

Warmly, Kim

ksantini@turtledovedesigns.com  

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Dottie

"Dottie," 16" x 20", acrylics on panel, featuring a teddy bear hamster with a spotted yellow ribbon. Dottie can be yours for $749 - the first asking nicely gets to adopt her! As always, inquiries may come to me.

Next up in this series is a lop eared bunny. I can't stand it!

Thanks, as always, for following my art,

Warmly, Kim

ksantini@turtledovedesigns.com  

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Teddy

"Teddy," 11" x 14", acrylics on panel, featuring a teddy bear hamster with a beribboned 'do. Teddy can be yours for $599 - the first asking nicely gets to adopt him! As always, inquiries may come to me.

I'm traveling and will have limited internet access until Thursday evening. Please bear with me - I will respond to emails and inquiries as soon as I am back on the grid!

Thanks, as always, for following my art,

Warmly, Kim

ksantini@turtledovedesigns.com  

PSST:  All remaining inventory from my Toys series of paintings (the little 6" square treasures) are now $50 plus s&h through December 10th, 2016. And yes, I will combine s&h on all orders.

I've selected a few wonderful originals, including pieces never before offered, for special pricing through Saturday, December 10th, 2016. As I clean up the studio in the next few days, I may be adding more to the album, so please check back.

And finally, in the interest of sharing much needed beauty and love with the world, I will consider all reasonable offers on original works currently in my studio. Please include the painting's title or a link to it with your inquiry. All requests may come to me directly.

Also, if you've read this far, reward yourself by visiting my Facebook page for my 12 Days of Giving.....

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FINISHED - Cocoa

FINISHED! "Cocoa," 16" x 20", acrylics on panel, featuring an aptly named chocolate guinea pig with her hair done up properly. I am absolutely delighted that Cocoa has already found a home with a collector as in love with her as I am (thank you DM!).

Prints of Cocoa (and other goodies) are available here.

And if you think you like Cocoa, wait until you meet Teddy.....

As always, inquiries may come to me.

Thanks, as always, for following my art,

Warmly, Kim

ksantini@turtledovedesigns.com  

PSST:  All remaining inventory from my Toys series of paintings (the little 6" square treasures) are now $50 plus s&h through December 10th, 2016. And yes, I will combine s&h on all orders.

I've selected a few wonderful originals, including pieces never before offered, for special pricing through Saturday, December 10th, 2016. As I clean up the studio in the next few days, I may be adding more to the album, so please check back.

And finally, in the interest of sharing much needed beauty and love with the world, I will consider all reasonable offers on original works currently in my studio. Please include the painting's title or a link to it with your inquiry. All requests may come to me directly.

Also, if you've read this far, reward yourself by visiting my Facebook page for my 12 Days of Giving.....

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Cocoa, in process detail

DETAIL, in process: "Cocoa," 16" x 20", acrylics on panel, featuring an aptly named chocolate guinea pig with her hair done up properly. Even at this unfinished stage, this original painting is absolutely magical. And it can be yours for $749 (yes, payment plans welcomed!) - as always, inquiries may come to me.

Thanks, as always, for following my art,

Warmly, Kim

ksantini@turtledovedesigns.com  

PSST:  All remaining inventory from my Toys series of paintings (the little 6" square treasures) are now $50 plus s&h through December 10th, 2016. And yes, I will combine s&h on all orders.

I've selected a few wonderful originals, including pieces never before offered, for special pricing through Saturday, December 10th, 2016. As I clean up the studio in the next few days, I may be adding more to the album, so please check back.

And finally, in the interest of sharing much needed beauty and love with the world, I will consider all reasonable offers on original works currently in my studio. Please include the painting's title or a link to it with your inquiry. All requests may come to me directly.

Also, if you've read this far, reward yourself by visiting my Facebook page for my 12 Days of Giving.....

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The Best Gift Ever

"The Best Gift Ever," 12" x 16", acrylics on museum quality panel, featuring an adorable and snuggly Golden Retriever puppy with a giant candy cane striped ribbon. This original painting is packed with texture and subtle color - it's truly a remarkable piece. And it can be yours for $629 - as always, inquiries may come to me.

Gotta give a shout out to Karen Appleton, who's painted presents I have always loved. I'm sure you will love her work too!

Thanks, as always, for following my art,

Warmly, Kim

ksantini@turtledovedesigns.com  

PSST:  All remaining inventory from my Toys series of paintings (the little 6" square treasures) are now $50 plus s&h through December 10th, 2016. And yes, I will combine s&h on all orders.

I've selected a few wonderful originals, including pieces never before offered, for special pricing through Saturday, December 10th, 2016. As I clean up the studio in the next few days, I may be adding more to the album, so please check back.

And finally, in the interest of sharing much needed beauty and love with the world, I will consider all reasonable offers on original works currently in my studio. Please include the painting's title or a link to it with your inquiry. All requests may come to me directly.

Also, if you've read this far, reward yourself by visiting my Facebook page for Day 2 of my 12 Days of Giving.

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Turtledove's Bow

"Turtledove's Bow," 9" x 12", acrylics on panel, featuring the studio namesake, Turtledove. Turtle loved any sort of neckwear, and during the holidays she sported all sorts of finery. This original painting can be yours for $99 + s&h - as always, inquiries may come to me.

SOLD (thank you!)

I miss this cat, especially at Christmas. She loved playing in the tree. Every morning, we would come down to find the beaded garland stripped from the tree, but not a single ornament out of place. I would watch her all day long, pretending I hadn't untangled and replaced the garland. And then, at some point while we were sleeping, she would quietly remove it, and drag it someplace to "kill." It's one of the many warm memories I have of this gentle, sweet kitty.

Thanks, as always, for following my art,

Warmly, Kim

ksantini@turtledovedesigns.com  

PSST:  All remaining inventory from my Toys series of paintings (the little 6" square treasures) are now $50 plus s&h through December 10th, 2016. And yes, I will combine s&h on all orders.

I've selected a few wonderful originals, including pieces never before offered, for special pricing through Saturday, December 10th, 2016. As I clean up the studio in the next few days, I may be adding more to the album, so please check back.

And finally, in the interest of sharing much needed beauty and love with the world, I will consider all reasonable offers on original works currently in my studio. Please include the painting's title or a link to it with your inquiry. All requests may come to me directly.

Also, if you've read this far, reward yourself by visiting my Facebook page for Day 1 of my 12 Days of Giving.

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