The Canvas Heart for The Sparrow Fund

I’ve been writing a lot of posts about businesses–everyday in May, in fact. And, yes, I’ve loved pouring through the stores and picking out my faves. I’ve ordered a few things for ourselves and dreamed about a whole lot more I wish I could order. But, what I’ve enjoyed most of all is hearing from the business owners themselves and learning about the stories behind the businesses. 

And, the story behind The Canvas Heart is a sweet one.

Before they were even married, Crystal and her husband knew God had called them to missions. After lots and lots of prayer, they discerned that that call was specific to Ethiopia. For 2 years, they lived and served there. Crystal told me, “Our time there was rich and fruitful and changed us forever.”

Back home and now a mommy of two girls, God has grown in her a heart for adoption. She found herself reading the blogs specifically for those families adopting from Ethiopia and hanging on their journeys. And, then it just clicked–she should use her knowledge of Amharic and her artistic gift to do something special. And, that something special is now The Canvas Heart.

Crystal uses canvas, fun papers, and all kinds of embellishments to make mixed media art and cards. She translates names and scriptures into Amharic and creates custom art for adoptive families or those who simply have a heart for Ethiopia. She loves making custom pieces and sells amazing photographs of Ethiopia as well.

Crystal told me – 

Please take a few minutes to visit Crystal’s Etsy store and her blog. “Like” her on Facebook (let’s see her fans go over 100!). Consider purchasing one of her pieces or asking her to make something special just for you. And, thank her for answering God’s call to support adoptive families and by doing that specifically through The Sparrow Fund this month. 

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