'Home is where the heart is' - New Zealand for me, even though I was born in the U.K. I have lived most of my life here.
The 'silver fern' leaf is recognised as the most famous of New Zealand's national symbols, the panels (kowhaiwhai) are of traditional Maori design depicting life & nature.
great arch!!
ReplyDeleteHow lovely=the ferns are wonderfuL!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely ingenious to have the fern leaves form the shape of the arch! Beautiful panels too. Love your arch art.
ReplyDeleteFaye
WOW...these are awesome...gorgeous work !!!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous, as always! Great arch!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fantastic idea - using the map of New Zealand and the ferns to make such a beautiful arch. I love it and it is very unique.
ReplyDelete(Thanks for counting my hearts!)
beautiful arch!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely meaningful arch you created, beautiful job!
ReplyDeleteThanks for participating :-)
Happy Creating,
Aileen~
otm@outsidethemargins.com
Lovely arch!
ReplyDeleteVERY pretty - created with love and care for home. Lovely arch!
ReplyDeleteWonderful arch! I love the roof!
ReplyDeleteOh that's very clever. I love it.
ReplyDeletebeautiful! love the fern border!
ReplyDeleteStunning Judy, fabulous arch, I love how you used so many elements to make it - and I also love the photo of your niece and your dog !!
ReplyDeleteNice to honor your homeland...it's a beautiful arch! The ferns are such a great touch. Lynn F.
ReplyDeleteThank you for explaining all the details. Your arch looks great with the fern leaves.
ReplyDeleteOh wow I think this might be my favourite this week.
ReplyDeletelovely arch !
ReplyDeletelovely detail to add the local folklore and plants
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