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Keep This in the Back of your Mind

Mother’s Day is coming soon, and I have a new design that would make a lovely gift.  But it involves a small bit of work on your part, and I thought I’d give you a little head’s up in case it was helpful.  Besides, I’m terrible with surprises.

 

The long version:

I buy metal in full sheets, and have it cut into the sizes I most commonly use.  There are always bits and pieces left over at the end (the fractions, if you will).  Usually just slivers, but sometimes bigger pieces that I stack neatly until I find the perfect use for them.  I often have a random assortment, so they usually end up as part of a larger collage (like the Letterpress piece).

But right now I have a lot of 3×5 inch pieces.  And it dawned on me that 3×5 is the size of an index card.  And index cards are used to write recipes.  And what sweeter way to capture the memory of your mother or grandmother than preserving her handwritten and butter-stained recipe card in a permanent form?

 

An etched metal recipe card ~ in mom’s own handwriting

So that’s the idea.  Your recipe, word for word, stain for beloved stain, preserved in the original handwriting on copper or zinc and displayed on a mini easel.  I know it’s early.  Mother’s Day isn’t for like a month.  But if you celebrate Easter, you’re likely flipping through those sentimental favorites to find recipes to prepare for the holiday.  Once you’re done cooking and baking, set the card aside and email me a scan or a photo.

* If you want to get a jump on it early, email me your image before April 1st and I’ll offer you a discount in exchange for a sample photo of the finished piece.  You’ll be able to preview before you purchase. *

Want to wait until later?  No problem ~ stay tuned!  I’ll be back in touch with more info as it gets closer.

Take care, and hug your loved ones ~

Chris

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