I have a wonderful group of encouraging creatives that join me every Friday on my blog to share a sneak peek into their studios. A peek of what they are creating. A peek at their passions. It is a time to let us celebrate the process and the accomplishments. A time to inspire one another and a time to be inspired.
I am so excited to move the party here today on (in)courage! This week in my studio…
I have been working on crosses. Lots of crosses. This is one of my favorite designs for the (in)courage shop. It starts with my blank canvas. A canvas of a wood cross that we make in our wood shop. For these thicker crosses, I like to give them textured sides.
My favorite part of this design is the words. Words. Oh how I adore words. These are a group of words I hope everyone can find meaning in. Heart. Family. Believe. Love. Faith.
Each cross comes together with some texture and aging. I love the warm look aging gives a piece. I love the feeling of something that looks and feels well loved.
I also have a peek of 2 new designs for crosses that I am working on. Lots of layers and textures. Along with a single word for a simple design.
And… my (in)courage crosses are featured on the (in)spired deals page during the month of April. How fun is that!
Paint, pottery, sewing, crafting, photography, cooking… What is your passion?
We would love to have you share your passion with us! Please join in so we can see what your creative heart is up to. We want a sneak peek! All you need to do is link up your post below. Then visit others to be inspired. You can join us all week… links are open through April 15.
I hope you find encouragement and inspiration in all of the creativity God has gifted.
By Jennifer, Studio JRU
ABOUT JENNIFER
Jennifer is a mixed media artist living in rural Nebraska - gravel roads, fresh air, peace and quiet. She is married to her best friend, her patient and supportive husband, Heydon. Art has been a...
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I love words, too, Jennifer! Seems like I cannot create a thing without words wiggling their way into my work :) Your crosses are beautiful and I like the worn, aged appearance. Makes you want to touch them.
Thank you Jennifer. I know sometimes silence can be so wonderful… but there is just something about SEEING words! :)
Beautiful crosses, Jennifer. Love this idea and can’t wait to see what everyone is creating.
Thank you so much. It is going to be fun to see what everyone is creating. I sure hope you join us! :)
Jennifer, I love these crosses. The colors, the words, and the textures are just beautiful. I cannot wait for more people to post their creations…since I am not the creative type, I live vicariously through other crafters :)
Thank you Angie. And I do not believe that you are not creative. :) Everyone has something creative in their hearts! I can see the eye for beauty you have on your blog. That is creative!
I am a lover of words and on a cross…its beautiful. There is no better place for words on the WORD yes:)? I am coming back to visit later today. I’ve got an early morning appt. but then….happy Friday!
I agree Tiffini! :) Happy you will be coming back to enjoy these inspirational posts. I sure hope you join us!
Your crosses are beautiful!! I love the words, too!
Oh, thank you Lindsay! The cross is such a wonderful symbol!
so fun to have the link up today over here! love the crosses, jen!
Yay… happy you joined us Melissa! :)
I love the aged look of your crosses. And I love words too!
Apologies – this was the first time I tried linking up and I posted the wrong thumb nail for my entry. No confusion intended.
That is perfectly fine Beth, not a problem at all! So glad that you joined the fun today! :)
The Word. . . The Cross. . . fitting.
I adore your art!
Thank you Amy!
So fun to see this, Jennifer! Beautiful…the work of your hands, the work of your heart.
Thank you Holley. Looking forward to visiting all of these creative hearts today! ♥
WOW! These are awesome! What a great post and meme! I would love to play but I passionately wrote about Fudge Frosting :) It’s really yummy! But, just doen’st seem to fit.
Cooking sounds pretty creative to me… and fudge frosting? Oh so creative! lol
Love participating here…. can’t wait to go thru all the links! hugs xo bonitarose
So happy you joined us! I am also looking forward to all of these fun visits! :)
My passion is writing; journaling. :) Maybe some time in the next week I can write about writing. :-P
That is a beautiful passion Christin! I would love to see your writing! :)
Those crosses are beautiful! It’s making want to get down to my art room and make something RIGHT NOW!
Seeing others creating does really inspire creating ourselves, doesn’t it? That is what I love about our group meeting every week. So, so inspiring… and encouraging! :) I hope you join us!
I do like the new cross designs…they will be flying out of (in)courage’s shop! I am loving the new links (as always) and seeing old friends over here!
It is so fun to see all the great inspiring links, isn’t it Cindy?! I am so happy you joined in!
Now you know I absolutely LOVE your work, Jennifer! I am thrilled that you’ve given us a peek into your studio. So cool! And I’m honored to be hosting the (in)spired deals page this month, featuring your stunning artwork!
You are so sweet Deidra… thank you. I am so excited you are hosing this month that is including my crosses! :)
Beautiful :)
That is all I can say.
Oh, thank you Carissa!
Love the way you describe the wood cross as a blank canvas. The finished work of Christ used to display the creative gifts he’s given you; making something beautiful and inspiring out of pain. That’s just like our Heavenly Father, isn’t it? Awesome work.
Thank you for your beautiful words Jodi! HE is amazing!
exquisite work…beautiful and inspiring! I too appreciate the aged, well-loved look. :o)
There is just something about a piece that looks like it has been well loved, like it has a story to tell! :)
Beautiful and touching as always!!!
Need to get up to date on what everyone’s been up to… things have just been chaotic around our house which means very little blog time. Hopefully this weekend I can do a little catching up. :)
Thank you Jodi! Looks like everyone has been creating all kinds of goodies! I am looking forward to visiting everyone through the weekend! :)
I love the new crosses! I know I’ve said it before, but you really are so talented!
You are so sweet Amy! You should join us… I know you have a creative heart too! :)
Jennifer…so beautiful. You are such a leader and inspiration for me. You really are mentoring me by all that you share online. Thank you for sharing your creativity, your faith, and your ideas! Love, jodi
Thank you Jodi! I think we all mentor each other. I have learned so much from all of you! And I feel so blessed that HE has given me a way to inspire others. :)
Lovely crosses and the words and backgrounds are perfect together…I’m a big lover of anything collaged. In my studio this week…I’ve done a lot of cleaning and organizing so that I can get back to creating. Sometimes it just has to be done…but I’m so glad it’s over ;) Have a wonderful weekend. Fondly, Roberta
Oh yes, cleaning and organizing… I am actually do a lot of that currently myself! But when it is done it feels like you get a whole new burst of creativity! :)
Really nice site! I think the crosses are fantastic. Do you sell them somewhere?I look forward to returning to your site to read more.
This (in)courage site is pretty wonderful, that is for sure! Such a wonderful community here. So glad you like the crosses, they are available through the DaySpring shop… http://store.dayspring.com/54087.html and they are on sale this month! :)
Beautiful crosses. I love the way the blue is antiqued with the words. How many do you make at one time? So pretty.
Thank you Diana. It all depends on the order. Since there are so many steps, I like to work in manageable groups and then complete each step to the entire group before moving to the next step. :)
Your crosses are beautiful! I’ve just discovered your Sneak Peek Friday linky. I’m passionate about cooking, and have added one of my favorite recipes.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Thank you Jan. What a wonderful passion! I am so glad that you shared your recipe! :)
I was really struck by the plainness of the unfinished crosses. And then, as you put the pieces upon them, how they became so alive. And I think about how this plays out in our spiritual selves. God created us beautifully, just as the crosses without anything else, are beautiful. But then I think about how He decorates us, as His words take root in our hearts, and as the fruit begins to sprout, and we, too, become even more alive.
Hoping to get some drawing in today — it’s been a crazy week. Then, I can join the party!
Beautifully said Jen! “How He decorates us… and we become more alive.” How amazing! Looking forward to having you join the party too! :)