Creator, Savior, and Friend

Religious Art and Mosaics photo was my inspiration. After I saw the photo I searched other religious art from Istanbul and found many symbols some displayed above. The photo of Mary and Jesus you showed inspired the wood work frame and the mosaics were tantalizing to me as I have always wanted to do one. When I saw my spilled candy beads, I knew what I must do! The painting was in my mind and although it was not from the same country, I simply had to create it. I made only a small portion of the painting as many of the beautiful art I found was damaged and only a remnant of the art as it once appeared. I loved making this set. I felt I was honoring my best friend.

The mosaic with the candy beads is amazing...

manu posted:

The mosaic with the candy beads is amazing...

Thank you! <3

What a FABULOUS addition to the challenge!  The mosaic of Jesus is spectacular! I can't believe you got all those nonpareils to behave!  Well done!

Bakerloo Station posted:

What a FABULOUS addition to the challenge!  The mosaic of Jesus is spectacular! I can't believe you got all those nonpareils to behave!  Well done!

Thank you! To be honest, it took the better part of a day (for just that cookie). But I was inspired and it was very fun!

I really look forward to seeing what you make for PBP Kim, you always do something completely original. This is no exception! I absolutely love that gorgeous mosaic  

Inspiring set .

Marie - LilleKageHus posted:

I really look forward to seeing what you make for PBP Kim, you always do something completely original. This is no exception! I absolutely love that gorgeous mosaic  

Wow, thank you, Marie! <3 And the mosaic was a labor of love. I'm so glad you liked it.

Cookies Fantistique by Carol posted:

Inspiring set .

To inspire, is a high honor. Thank you, Carol! <3

OMG! (can I say it? it seems appropriate) the entire set is beautiful, but the mosaic... it is so original and unique! Love it!

Sweets_by_me posted:

OMG! (can I say it? it seems appropriate) the entire set is beautiful, but the mosaic... it is so original and unique! Love it!

Very definitely "OMG". Glad you like them. <3

wow- all those tiny non-pariels! 

Just Floored with this set - that mosaic is stunning Kim!

Kat Rutledge - Ibicci posted:

Just Floored with this set - that mosaic is stunning Kim!

Thank's Kat! So glad you like it. I loved making them. <3

That mosaic is incredible - you must have patience! 

Ahimsa Custom Cakes posted:

That mosaic is incredible - you must have patience! 

Thank you, dear!  Patience...yes. I have grown in it over the years. <3 God had his work cut out (making me so) though. hehe