Story Mirrors are a new endeavor of mine.  How many of us have costume jewelry of our mothers that we do not wear but can't bear to part with? Or some damaged  china or dishes that were our grandmother's but cannot bear to part with because of sentimental value.  Or even a collection of things that COULD be repurposed? A Client collects personal items and gives them to me to incorporate into a mosaic. Mirrors are typically 20" square but can be larger or smaller per client request.  Items that can be included but not limited to:  jewelry, buttons, dishes, china,  porcelain /ceramic figures, crockery. I take creative license in adding other design elements .  

Commission Piece for Dr. Regina Bogle.

Commission Piece for Dr. Regina Bogle.

Evolution of a Story Mirror. About 40 hours of work. Mirror size is  approximately  20" square.

I made these 6" square plaques from pieces that I could not incorporate into the mirror. Just two whimsical creatures.

I made these 6" square plaques from pieces that I could not incorporate into the mirror. Just two whimsical creatures.

It's all in the DETAILS!

 

Second Story Mirror. for my cousin, Joann Wischner. She likes RED!

Second Story Mirror. for my cousin, Joann Wischner. She likes RED!

Another story mirror for Laura Quinn Wischner's Christening. Some of the jewelry is from her grandmother and great grandmother.

Another story mirror for Laura Quinn Wischner's Christening. Some of the jewelry is from her grandmother and great grandmother.

Another Story Mirror.

Another Story Mirror.

Christmas Bazaar Mirror for St. Cecelia's Parish Adams, NY.

Christmas Bazaar Mirror for St. Cecelia's Parish Adams, NY.

Christmas Mirror for Annual CraftFest St. Joseph the Worker Parish, Orefield, Pennsylvania.

Christmas Mirror for Annual CraftFest St. Joseph the Worker Parish, Orefield, Pennsylvania.

NOT a mirror but a story panel. “Pieces for Pierre”  Commission piece. Client loved it! Size is 18” x 24”.

NOT a mirror but a story panel. “Pieces for Pierre” Commission piece. Client loved it! Size is 18” x 24”.