Expiring Soon!

This beauty leaves Etsy this month. It is also important to note that I'll be taking all the expired items from Etsy off of Storenvy as well as they expire. They won't be seen again until they are added to the new website which won't be up and running until mid-January 2015.

I'm sharing only one item this week although more are leaving the shop this month. I am fondest of this one. I play favorites!

Mixed Media Contemporary Art - $157.50

The title of this is "A New Horizon". I imagine standing towards the edge of a cliff where I see grass, hills, water, sand and rocks. It's a new beginning, a fresh start and an inspiration in one 12 inch mosaic stained glass plate.

When this is turned it completely changes perspective but no matter how it's placed, it is quite beautiful.

Stained glass colors used are green/yellow, amber, white/light blue and aquamarine.

I love making mosaics on discarded items; transforming them into something beautiful and unusual. Such is the case for this mosaic. Very small hand cut pieces of stained glass are placed on a discarded 12 inch microwave plate and grouted.

This plate is meant to be shown in sunlight. I used to call these plates suncatchers, but traditionally suncatchers are hung in the window to grab the light. My plates are heavy and hanging is not recommended nor do I craft them for that purpose. They look fantastic sitting in the window in a display dish holder (not included).

Layaway is available on this item. Contact me for more information.

Support Independent Artisans, Designers and Crafters for your gift-giving needs all throughout the year. Thank you!

Stay peaceful,

Cindy

Promo Blast!

I've picked a stained glass mosaic that is one of the most recent pieces I've made and will be expiring this month on Etsy. Never fear, this will return for sale at some point on my new website, but in the meantime, should you decide this would be the perfect addition to your home or as a gift, grab it now through Etsy!

Mosaic Candle Holder and/or Vase - $45

Beautiful blue stained glass pieces add such a soft, subtle addition to any room in your home. This stained glass candle holder is gorgeous. Soothing and delightful to look at with the sun shining through or with a candle in it. Day or night, this vase is incredible.

Measures 3-1/2 inches with glass "feet" added to make it possible to place on a tablecloth or other materials used for special occasions.

Wouldn't this make a great one-of-a-kind housewarming or hostess gift? Wouldn't it be great for the office in your home or at the workplace? It holds more than a candle. It could be used for pens, pencils, fresh flowers ... all with a touch of class.

Use it at home with a candle for a romantic feeling in your home. The candle light makes the colors of stained glass glow a brilliant luminosity. Sit it in a sunny spot and watch the blue stained glass come alive! It's gorgeous!!

It would be a wonderful surprise for anyone's birthday, make a special anniversary or retirement gift.

Fits any decor making it a great wedding gift or a wonderful treat for yourself! This is a mosaic that is functional as well as a useful art piece. Votive and tea lights fit easily in this holder.

DO NOT SUBMERGE IN WATER OR PLACE IN THE DISHWASHER.

To see instructions on how to care for and maintain my luminaries go here and read the description:
http://www.etsy.com/listing/82915798/mosaic-stained-glass-candle-holder

Support Independent Artisans, Designers and Crafters for your gift-giving needs all throughout the year. Thank you!

Stay peaceful,

Cindy

48 Hour Promo Blast!

I'm coming out of my brain fog long enough to have a 48 hour promo blast! Woo!!! A few hours throughout the day, I'll be sharing some mosaics available on Etsy through Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Tumblr and Google+. If you would, share the info with your friends and family where ever you can. Sharing is caring! Here we go!!!!!!!!

Today I'm sharing the following 7 items and hope you enjoy the show!

Back to Basics Number One

Mosaic Stained Glass Wall Art // Wall Hanging // Light Orange // Autumn Colors // Fall Decor // Mosaic Wall Decor // Abstract Mosaic Art - $135.00

Perfect fall wall decor created in Autumn colors (my personal favorite). This would make a fantastic housewarming gift or wedding present. And as always, gifting yourself is a wonderful thing to do as well.

This design is available in my other shop CindyWhitePhotoArt as a lamp, blank note cards, pillows, a clock, stretch canvas, tote bag, mug, etc.

Fiesta Owl

Mosaic Stained Glass Fiesta Owl // Shelf Sitter // Colorful // Yellow, Orange, Green // Stained Glass and Mirror // Owl Mosaic // 7 x 6 inch - $40.00

The newest addition to the owl family in mosaic is this 7 x 6 inch wooden owl with the funky feet filled with bright fiesta party colors in yellow, green and orange. Mirror gives him a bit of a sparkle. Isn't he cute?

Colorful and bright. Sides and back are painted in a bright yellow. Perfect for any room or occasion. Cool gift idea!

Blue, Orange and Brown Mosaic Bowl

Blue, Orange and Brown Mosaic Bowl - $55.00

I've added some mosaic magic to an old discarded ceramic serving bowl. Simple design in orange, amber and brown in glass and ceramic tiles cover the inside giving it an updated look.

I'm very proud of creating useful art. Here's a great example of how to recycle and reuse something. By recycling this bowl I've conserved valuable natural resources and saved something that would otherwise be buried in a landfill.

This awesome bowl measures 2.5 inches high and 7 inches wide.

Ice Blue Stained Glass Mosaic Plate

Stained Glass Mosaic Plate // Mosaic Candle Holder // Mosaic Trivet // Mosaic Suncatcher // Ice Blue // Decorative Plate // Housewarming - $40.00

I used beautiful blue stained glass that reminds me of blue ice around the edges of this plate. The center, a variegated glass of blue and white, gives a little detail. All blues makes this soft and perfect for many different rooms in your home.

Makes a great housewarming gift, for a special friend or co-worker, add to your den or guest bedroom/bathroom, college bound students love them for their dorms.

Mixed Media Stained Glass Mosaic Plate

Stained Glass Mosaic Plate: Mixed Media, Blue, Green, Beach Decor, Upcycled, Recycled - $110.00

This started as a discarded microwave plate (with a slight chip/crack in it). Filled with fun discarded items. When I was taking photos of this plate, I kept thinking how much it looked like a sandy beach with odds and ends from the ocean floor. Discarded items all washed to shore. I find this piece a showcase for many items; almost all of them re-purposed including buttons, river stones and two unique broken fused glass pieces. There is so much to see in this small piece of art. It is soothing to look at, very peaceful in design to give the flowing appearance of the ocean.

This plate is meant to be shown in sunlight. I used to call these plates suncatchers, but traditionally suncatchers are hung in the window to grab the light. My plates are heavy and hanging is not recommended nor do I craft them for that purpose. They look fantastic sitting in the window in a display dish holder.

Ice Blue Stained Glass Mosaic Candle Holder

Blue Stained Glass // Mosaic Candle Holder // Vase // Home Decor // Gift Ideas // Hostess // 3.5 inches - $45.00

Beautiful blue stained glass pieces add such a soft, subtle addition to any room in your home. This glass reminds me of water and reflective light. I call it blue ice because it it has bubbles in the glass. This stained glass candle holder is gorgeous.

This 3-1/2 inch glass vessel is covered in pretty hand cut stained glass, even the sides.

Wouldn't this make a great one-of-a-kind housewarming or hostess gift? Wouldn't it be great for the office in your home or at the work place? It holds more than a candle. It could be used for pens, pencils, fresh flowers ... all with a touch of class. Use it at home with a candle for a romantic feeling in your home. The candle light makes the colors of stained glass glow a brilliant luminosity. Sit it in a sunny spot and watch the purple stained glass come alive! It's gorgeous!! It would be a wonderful surprise for anyone's birthday, make a special anniversary or retirement gift.

Fits any decor making it a great wedding gift or a wonderful treat for yourself! This is a mosaic that is functional as well as a useful art piece. Votive and tea lights fit easily in this holder.

Blue and Light Brown Mosaic Bowl

Blue and Light Brown Mosaic Bowl - $58.00

I've added some mosaic magic to a sponge painted ceramic bowl. Simple design in blue and light brown in glass and ceramic tiles plus an Italian stained glass called Smalti are covered to the inside of the sponge painted bowl (circa 1990's).

Decorative purposes only. Not for long term storage for food or liquids.

Support Independent Artisans, Designers and Crafters for your gift-giving needs all throughout the year. Thank you!

Stay peaceful,

Cindy of Earth Mother Mosaics and
Cindy White Photo Art

In The Studio

I've been in and out this month having very productive times and not so productive times. That is what recouping is about for me. Energy comes in waves, stays only a short while, and heads on out again so I can rest a little before the next wave.

I'm excited to share the news that I'm working on selling my mosaics directly through this blog. Each day I add a few to it's own dedicated page and once I am happy with how it looks, I'll share and promote/market and post often about what's new on them. I've started with new pendants I've been working on. Some are shown below.

I realized at the end of last year that I've been searching for new venues to share my work and I've missed a great opportunity to set up shop right here on my blog. When I write daily during the week, I share my blog with all my favorite social media sites. The chances are just as great to make a sale this way because someone sees the shop tabs as it is when I share new listings on Etsy.

I made my first sale in my 2nd shop yesterday. I am so excited about it!! My first customer ordered two mugs which go to a lab for printing very soon. I opened the 2nd shop in November 2013 and am so glad it didn't take a year, like the 1st shop, to make a sale!

When I've worked, I've been painting, putting mosaics on switch plate covers and pendants too. Small projects are okay to do; the muse is happy, I don't get overly exhausted and I'm creating which is the most important thing for me to do when I'm tired and/or in pain.

Here's the paintings, done on 2.5 x 3.5 inch MDF in acrylics. You can purchase them directly from me if you are interested. They aren't listed anywhere yet but are available. Each one is $25 a piece. If you're interested, want more info or have questions, shoot me an email at earthmothermosaics@yahoo.com any time! I always respond within the first 24 hours of receiving email. If you don't hear from me within 2 days, let me know through here or on Facebook. You can also send me an email at cindywhitephotos@gmail.com which is dedicated to the 2nd shop.

"Poppy"
3.5 x 2.5 inches
Acrylics

"Pansy"
3.5 x 2.5 inches
Acrylics

"Iris"
3.5 x 2.5 inches
Acrylics

Double Switch Plate Cover - Blue

Single Switch Plate Cover - Scrap Glass

These are waiting for grout
Top Row: Single Switch Plate Cover - Blue
Bottom Row: Double Switch Plate Covers (L) Scrap Glass, (R) Green

Lots of pendants are being made for people who want handmade Valentine's Day gifts.

All pendants are $21.50 now through the end of February.

Support Independent Artisans, Designers and Crafters for your gift-giving needs all throughout the year. Thank you!

Stay peaceful,

Cindy of Earth Mother Mosaics and
Cindy White Photo Art

Happy New Year!

It's been a wonderful year filled with mosaic and crafty joy for my business. For me personally I've had a few bumps but steadily moving towards my own goals has made me aware of how blessed I truly am to have a craft I believe in and enjoy so very much.

Work-in-progress - upcycled mosaic bowl waiting for grout

Thank you all for helping me through the highs and lows this year. I'm looking forward to a wonderfully exciting year in 2014.

As a special thank you, starting now: I'm offering new coupon codes each month for my shop on Etsy, EarthMotherMosaics. Use JAN10 to get 10% off any order for the entire month of January.

Happy New Year from EarthMotherMosaics!!

Support Independent Artisans, Designers and Crafters for your gift-giving needs all throughout the year. Thank you!

Stay peaceful,

Cindy of Earth Mother Mosaics and
Cindy White Photo Art

Happy Holidays!

I wanted to reach out and wish everyone who sticks with me throughout the good and bad here on the blog the very Happiest of Holidays!

Also I'd like to remind those who shop with me to know that December 15th (today) is the cutoff for purchasing holiday items before Christmas.

I'm going to be busy with continued gift making and holiday preparations and wanted to give you all a "heads up" that I will be stepping back from the heavy promotion and daily blog posts for a few weeks.

I'll continue with "In The Studio" posts on Wednesday, just to share any new mosaics or other creative things going on at the crafts table.

The shops will be open and I'll continue to monitor any activity so if you do purchase something it will get attended to but perhaps a bit slower than normal.

Officially I'll be on holiday from December 16th-January 6th.

Wishing you much love for all your support and continued dedication,

Cindy

Support Independent Artisans, Designers and Crafters this holiday season and all year long. Thank you!

Stay peaceful,

Cindy of Earth Mother Mosaics and
Cindy White Photo Art

Featured Shop - Chinook Design - Custom Quilts By Eva

Customquiltsbyeva

Custom Baby Quilts
Unique handmade quilts: personalized crib blanket, baby bedding, owl pillow, wall hanging, child bedspread, pillow.

Custom Quilts By Eva at Chinook Design is my featured shop this week. Eva makes beautiful designs with her quilts and home decor items for everyone, any age. I especially love her holiday designs and the sets she makes for children.

What Eva Says:

"All parents want their child's environment to be a personalized, unique, harmonious, comfortable 'soft world'. We can build and provide them a wonderful, magic empire with lovely and custom-designed home furnishings.

In Hungary I dealt for five years with designing and producing unique nursery textiles. I love to create accessories for children's room 'dress' bringing joy in the spirits of residents living there."

Holiday decor in pillows, stockings, ornaments all made by Eva from Hungry.

Pillows for any time of year, any decor. These make very nice gifts too.

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Support Independent Artisans, Designers and Crafters this holiday season and all year long. Thank you!

Stay peaceful,

Cindy of Earth Mother Mosaics and
Cindy White Photo Art

Trendy Tuesday

This week I'm adding items to my wish list. It's a great time of year to dream. Enjoy, "Yes Please" my Trendy Tuesday Treasury.

Yes Please

Here's a few items from my shops that might be fun to add to your own wish list.

Butterfly Mosaic

Framed Art Print - Star Shine

Support Independent Artisans, Designers and Crafters this holiday season and all year long. Thank you!

Stay peaceful,

Cindy of Earth Mother Mosaics and
Cindy White Photo Art

Trendy Tuesday

I made a treasury this morning for my teammates at Team Super and it fits well into my trends theme for today. I had the hardest time coming up with a title for this one. Some times I find that part to be the most challenging. In any case, I hope you enjoy it.

Winter Woods

I found an item from each of my shops that I'd like to share.

Large Round Wall Clock - $35.95 + shipping/handling

Geometric Mosaic Wall Art - $48.00 + shipping/handling

Support Independent Artisans, Designers and Crafters this holiday season and all year long. Thank you!

Stay peaceful,

Cindy of Earth Mother Mosaics and
Cindy White Photo Art