The Sewing Mom

I’ve been out shopping and running errands this morning. My first stop was the quilt shop (of course) where I spent way too much money, but love the fabrics I bought! I was also looking for Mother’s Day gift ideas for my mom and my step-daughter. My step-daughter will be celebrating her very first Mother’s Day this year. I know it will be very special for her, her husband will ensure that. I was thinking of something we could do that would make it an even more memorable occasion for her.

I was looking at unique gifts, something they wouldn’t buy for themselves, but something they could cherish for many years to come. I am considering a portrait painting like this one.

I can choose any photo and then upload it or mail it to Paintyourlife.com where they will create a portrait using the medium of my choice, pencil, acrylic, watercolor or charcoal. Once they’ve completed the portrait, an image of it uploaded for me to view. If I’m not completely satisfied, they’ll make changes. This process continues until I give final approval and then the portrait will be shipped.

I’m just waiting for my husband to come home so we can select which phtograph to use. It may be difficult to choose, only because she’s such a beautiful baby, and very photogenic! I’m also considering having a portrait made using my own daughter’s baby picture.

What do you think?  Have you ever had a professional portrait made?