Wisdom Gal For A Special Friend

January 20th, 2009 in member junk

Jenny Kompolt, contributor

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One of my closest friends recently lost her mother and I needed to find a way to deal with my own sadness. I put this gal together as a gift to her.
The quote reads: To live in the hearts we leave behind is not to die. - Thomas Campbell

The very special quote is housed in a vintage cookie cutter Georgia collected for me.
Her body is created using a rice masher, her base is made from faucet knobs and her arms are old wire from a light fixture. Her hands and sleeves came from an old typewriter.

The most important thing (for me) was to capture her wonderful sun hat. I did so using old paint roller tops.

One of my closest friends recently lost her mother and I needed to find a way to deal with my own sadness. I put this gal together as a gift to her.

The quote reads: "To live in the hearts we leave behind is not to die." - Thomas Campbell

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One of my closest friends recently lost her mother and I needed to find a way to deal with my own sadness. I put this gal together as a gift to her.

Pattern or design used: My Own Design - JennyK Assemblage Art

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LizaJane writes: I lost my Mother this last September...I may have to make one of these in her honor from her old kitchen items. Love the sentiment! Posted: 3:42 pm on April 22nd

shabbychick writes: Jenny - Such a special piece for your friend - I'm sure she will cherish it - and you for being so thoughtful!

Your Wisdom Gals are fabulous!

Kathy Posted: 9:41 am on January 21st

JunkArchitect writes: Jenny K, your Wisdom Gal concept is fantastic and I’ve loved each one that you’ve posted.

Jim Posted: 11:19 pm on January 20th

MimiToria writes: Jenny K - this is so very special. You are one thoughtful and talented gal. The details and great recycled finds you come up with are fabulous every time. You never cease to amaze me.
Gretchen Posted: 10:14 pm on January 20th

csudderth writes: What a wonderful, wonderful gift. These wisdom gals are probably my favorite thing of everything I've seen on this site. Love, love, love them. I picked up a rice masher at a sale the other day and I'm going to have to try my hand at one.

Christy Posted: 9:33 pm on January 20th

CottageElements writes: Wow! Very beautiful and how special. What a great friend you are, Jen! Priceless!

Lani Posted: 6:07 pm on January 20th

MelHow writes: Such lovely ladies you make...and this is a special remembrance. Your friend will be blessed, I am sure. Posted: 5:15 pm on January 20th

fellowjunker writes: Hey Jenny
I was thinking of you and your wisdom girls today as I was re-organizing some stuff and came across some beautiful old lamp pieces that reminded me of "your hats".....beautiful work as always!!
xojanis Posted: 2:54 pm on January 20th

georgiamoon writes: Wow I love her...but then , I love everything you do. You are such a thoughtful and supportive friend...and I oughta know! I know you friend will cherish this gift of love and art forever...and I oughta know that too! Love you girlfriend, Georgia Posted: 1:58 pm on January 20th

suewhitney writes: You are a very special friend. I am certain that this will provide your dear friend much comfort now and in the years ahead. What an amazing gift!

Be Well,
Sue Posted: 1:07 pm on January 20th

roadtriplouise writes: This is really special.
Ann Posted: 11:14 am on January 20th

KimberlyMelamed writes: Jenny, She is so beautiful in both form and meaning. How very special. I do hope that she has provided some peace for you both. Posted: 10:37 am on January 20th