HOLIDAY ORNAMENT #173

This little ornament captures one of those simple, honest Christmas moments that stay with us forever. I shaped it by hand and painted a mother and child decorating their tree together, both reaching up with bright ornaments while stars glow warmly above them. It’s a tiny scene, but there is so much tenderness in it.

The colors are soft and nostalgic, just the way I love to paint holiday memories. The basket of ornaments, the snowfall, and the tall tree leaning slightly toward them make the whole piece feel like a quiet tradition passed down from one generation to the next.

Each ornament is one of a kind. The brushstrokes, the warmth of the red dress, and the child’s tiny gesture are unique to this exact piece. The hand-dyed ribbon at the top adds a small but lovely finishing touch and makes it ready to hang as soon as it arrives.

It’s a wonderful gift for anyone who treasures family traditions, handmade art, and the feeling of preparing for Christmas with the people they love.