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    Inspired by Italy: Burano

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    Burano is a small set of islands connected by canals that is a 40-minute water ferry (or Vaporetto) ride from the main Venice island. It is known for its brightly-colored houses and has a history of lace-making.

    The first three times I visited Venice I decided not to take the excursion to Burano. I’m so glad I decided to take the trip there this past time. It is such a magical little place! It almost doesn’t look real.

    Burano Painting is available as a print in the Etsy Shop. Venice invitation now available on the Hand-Painted Weddings invitation shop.

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    Inspired by Italy: Venice

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    Anyone who knows me well, knows that I am infatuated with Venice. I have been there 4 times in the last 8 years! That is basically an obsession!

    I love the alleyways. I love getting lost down them. I love the deterioration in the buildings. There is something so beautiful in erosion. Venice is one of the most unique places in the world, and maybe that is why I love it. The island is in a fragile, deteriorated state and it creates this environment where you want to soak in every idiosyncrasy, because one day it will be no more. I wonder how our lives would change if we did that with our own lives every single day. I know I sure could use this reminder. So, today I will try to get lost in the fragile, deteriorating details in my life and soak in every moment.

    Venice painting is available for purchase as a print in the Etsy Shop. Venice wedding invitation now available in the Hand-Painted Weddings Invitation shop.

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    Inspired by Italy: Colosseum

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    This week I’m inspired by Italy, particularly the Colosseum. I have been fortunate enough to have visited Italy a few times. I can’t seem to get enough of the place. I’m already itching to go back. Maybe it is my roots…although I am only 25% Italian, up until I got married, I had had an Italian last name, so I always felt very Italian. I am very proud of my Italian heritage. I love the way the Italians live. They are very family-focused and cherish the simple things in life like a great glass of vino or a plate of juicy deep fried mozzarella-stuffed zucchini blossoms….mmm. Now I’m hungry!

    I have a lot more Italian inspiration on the way this week, so stay tuned!

    Painting by Hand-Painted Weddings. The Colosseum painting is available as a print in the Etsy Shop.