marimekko keepsake
Marimekko for mom
I found this Marimekko fabric on Etsy not knowing what I would do with it. I thought it may be too thin; but, was pleased it worked out so well. The design was inspired by my mom, who, at the time, was looking for a small shadowbox frame for some keepsakes. (that’s my mom and her sisters in the photo) I tapped into my years as a picture framer to work out the details. Initially I wanted a green interior; but, I’m glad I went with the blue velvet. It contrasts just enough with the exterior and is robust enough to handle being manipulated when changing out the treasures under the glass. It still has flower seed packets in it - I planted the veggie seed last year (radish and beets didn’t do so well; but the cucumber and zucchini survived - note I don’t mention a harvest though).