"three messages" 20"x27" hand painted canvas, machine quilted
I have always been drawn to the number three and I recently did a little research into what the meaning behind "3" is. Here's what I found:
The spiritual meaning of number Three deals with magic, intuition, fecundity, and advantage. The number Three invokes expression, versatility, and pure joy of creativity. Three is also a time identifier as it represents Past, Present and Future. Consecutive Threes in your life may symbolize the need to express yourself creatively, or consider your present directional path in relation to past events and future goals. Three may also represent promising new adventures, and assurance of cooperation from others whom you may require help. Three typically symbolizes reward and success in most undertakings.
I thought that was pretty interesting and it certainly explains why I've always used a grouping of three when I create something.
Three has always been my favorite number. Now I know why. I love your quilt and thanks for the meaning of 3!
Posted by: Paula in NH | October 19, 2009 at 08:59 AM
I love this piece, Sue.
Posted by: Judi Hurwitt (Approachable Art) | October 15, 2009 at 08:11 AM
Beautiful quilt and so interesting the info on three! Thanks for the research!
Posted by: Gina | October 14, 2009 at 08:31 PM
Nice piece and good information on three.
Posted by: Sandy Jandik | October 13, 2009 at 04:30 PM
Awesome! Love those long rectangles!
Posted by: Candied Fabrics | October 13, 2009 at 11:28 AM
Three is definately not a crowd here. Thanks for your comment - we like the same colours.
Posted by: stitchworks-jackie | October 13, 2009 at 03:43 AM
Very, very cool.
Posted by: Vicki W | October 12, 2009 at 08:25 PM
That was a great post Sue and I must admit I have never thought 3 would have any other meaning than counting 3 objects! I love your messages quilt in your favourite colours.
Posted by: Mags | October 12, 2009 at 06:35 PM
And the serial killer du jour on Dexter is called Trinity, because he kills in 3's. Just had to throw that in! The pieces are beautiful.
Posted by: Connie Rose | October 12, 2009 at 06:29 PM
beautiful Sue. love your colour combinations and very interested in the research/story behind the creation.
Posted by: alcoholinky | October 12, 2009 at 05:40 PM
That is very interesting! Great art quilt Sue! Curious minds wanna know how you got that circular stamped design.
Posted by: Terri Stegmiller | October 12, 2009 at 02:32 PM
Very interesting! I'm always drawn to groupings of three and the number three as well. It makes me think of the "three I love" - my husband and two kiddos. :D
Posted by: Lisa Gallup | October 12, 2009 at 01:53 PM