THE Mended Hearts Project
The Mended Heart Project came about as a way of processing pain and trauma from my past. Each of us is united through the effects of pain in our own lives.
Over the years I have been entrusted by my clients on this intimate level. It is because of that collaboration we have morphed into
Stitching Things Back Together
Contact Basile to order a custom Mended Heart
Text: 480.386.2735
email: basilemakesthings@gmail.com
View the Mended Hearts video here, on YouTube, and on Instagram.
Meet the Designer
How to Order a Custom Crafted Mended Heart
Hello.
Although every custom handcrafted Mended Heart is designed by Basile, most Mended Hearts are not made in advance but are made-to-order.
I’ve put together a few tips to help you.
1: The Wood
Sourcing of the wood is a huge part of creating your custom Mended Heart.
Do you want wood from a particular region?
Do you want wood with figuring, such as burl or quilted wood?
Do you want light colored or dark colored wood?
Do you want naturally cracked or a custom shaped design?.
2: Overall Size
Mended Hearts have been created in sizes ranging from 9-inches and up. Some things to consider:
Where will your art piece hang?
How much space to do you want your custom heart to take up?
Do you want to acquire a collection of hearts and group them?
3: Design
Generally people want Basile to take full artistic liberty when creating their Mended Heart. If that works for you, great!
If you want to give input on certain ideas you have visualized, that’s great too!
You will be collaborating directly with Basile on your design idea. Having a drawing will aid in this process.
4: Budget
There are a few variables in determining pricing of your custom crafted MENDED HEART.
Thickness of the slab.
Species of wood and grain.
Highly figured wood.
Complexity of design.
Labor.
5: Order
Feel free to CONTACT me to talk about co-creating your personal MENDED HEART.
Text: 480.386.2735
email:basilemakesthings@gmail.com
DM: Instagram & Facebook
With care, your Mended Heart artwork will retain heirloom quality that will last for generations.
--- Basile Makes Things
