Grandma’s Christmas Cookies

In times of change and constant uncertainty there is one thing that remains the same – Tradition. Tradition adds calm and hope to an otherwise chaotic world, and the month of December is the time of year where cultural, religious and family traditions take center stage. Traditions are like snowflakes; even though they share a common origin, they are all unique and extremely personal. These traditions start as children and, as adults, we try to recapture the magic and wonder of those times every year.

One cherished tradition from my childhood was Christmas cookies. Every year on Christmas day when entering my grandmother’s house we were greeted with a platter of candies and cookies to treat ourselves to until dinner was ready (at grandma’s house we always had dessert before dinner).

Every year, as an adult, I try to recapture the sights, sounds, smells and tastes of those years. That is the purpose of this painting “Grandma’s Christmas Cookies”. The background is textured in shades of black, raw umber, beige and sand to signify the memories of Christmas past. The cookies are representations of all the symbols of Christmas: Santa, snowflakes, Christmas trees, holly and presents.

This tile can be an annual decoration to display with your favorite Christmas decor or left out all year round as a reminder of your own Christmas spirit. And best of all, this is a gift that will never go stale.

Details of the Piece: This piece is sealed with a high-grade, high-gloss varnish, with UV protection to protect against sunlight and fading. The piece is signed on the lower right and is backed with a 1/8″ thick black felt to add stability and protect the piece from chipping or breaking.

Name:  Grandma’s Christmas Cookies

Artist:   Belinda Buckler

Completed: November 2021

Dimensions: 8″ (20.32 cm) x 8″ (20.32 cm) unframed

Frame: 1″ (2.54 cm) ornate gilded frame. Ready to hang

Total Size: 10″ (25.4 cm) x 10″ (25.4 cm)

Medium: Ceramic tile, Acrylic

Condition: Original

• Each of my tiles are primed with 2-3 coats of gesso, painted in acrylics and is finished with epoxy resin, making it a very versatile piece that is heat, cold and moisture resistant.
• This piece is backed by a thick layer of black felt. This gives the tile extra stability but care is needed because it is ceramic tile and capable of breaking.
• This is not a print or replica. This is an original piece and when purchasing you are receiving a unique artwork that is a one-of-a-kind. Each of my paintings are individually signed by me and, as the original artist, I retain all copyrights to the image.
• All images are Copyrighted by Belinda Buckler and Be Designed Art Studio. Any unauthorized use of prints for sale or personal use are PROHIBITED. PURCHASE DOES NOT TRANSFER COPYRIGHT!
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Please Note: I try to photograph in the best lighting possible, so colors can vary based on the electronic device. Some photos are taken without resin applied because lighting can sometimes cause a glare to the tiles. But, rest assured, your finished piece will have a beautiful, shiny resin finish.

For more pieces to add to your favorite Christmas decor, check out One Winter Evening and Gifts of Three.