It’s official.

I have had these two characters in my head for a long time. They are such a darling pair, and I have so much in store for them…can’t wait! I have had their names on the tip of my tongue for months, but just couldn’t get it out. But, now it’s official: Wellesley & Winslow.

Why? My favorite childhood memories are from the 3 years we spent just outside of Boston. We lived in Wellesley, Massachusetts on Winslow Road. It was a romantic location…our little ‘cottage’ we called it tucked in a patch of trees with a path to Longfellow pond and a stretch of forest behind our house. It was a dream house for a 7 year old girl…lots of inspiration for a thriving imagination. It was here that I first realized that I wanted to be an artist. I would set up my bedroom like it was a store and display my things and pretend to sell them. And so…I introduce to you…

Wellesley & Winslow

This is my first christmas print with them…more to come. As well as many fun adventures they will share together…so stay tuned!

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  • Laura

    I love them – you have such a sweet way of capturing a moment.

  • D

    Sarah – Just found your work on Etsy and your blog. LOVE it all. You have captured the essence of childhood I am trying to create for my almost 3 year old twins, Phoebe & Archer. I have nothing hanging on the walls in their room! I am off to plan what to get :-)

    Did you go to art school? My neice, also Sarah, is at art school in Boston and wants to become an illustrator. I am sending her your blog for inspiration.

  • Kasie @ ~The Art of Life~

    Hi Sarah,
    I just recently found your work and blog. You are very inspirational to me! I love the soft, whimsical feeling that you portray in your art.
    I’m also a young Mom and artist. I love to find other Artist Moms. Best wishes with your new Etsy shop!
    :)

  • Zoe

    I just have to say that I recently found your blog and I think your work is stunning. And this pair, Wellesley & Winslow are so adorable!

  • Cocoa

    This pair is adorable. I’ve already ordered two prints from your etsy shop. I love them that much!

  • Nancy

    I want to live in a small Boston cottage, I love that. So cute, this pair is adorable.

  • Leslie

    they’re precious!

  • Katharine

    I LOVE this print! You are so talented…I don’t think I can say that enought! Keep up the great work!

  • Paula

    Love your illustrations! So sweet and innocent. We featured you in our weekly web wrap at http://www.thenestbaby.com. Check it out…

    http://community.thenestbaby.com/cs/
    ks/blogs/new_arrivals/archive/2007/
    11/02/this-week-around-the-web.aspx

  • Ace

    absolutely darling. Love you bunches

  • Melissa

    Yay! I just saw the post on you on designmom’s blog. Congradulations!

  • nicole

    lovely! I will be stopping by the shop to pick up a couple new prints. You have an amazing talent!

  • Irene

    I love your work so much. I’ve always loved reading and loved looking at children’s book illustrations. There’s always a peaceful feeling by looking at those illustrations.
    Now I am in the middle of decorating my 6-months old baby girl’s room. I found just the right art for her, i.e. your art works.

  • Francesca

    hi sarah jane, thanks for your sweet comment on my blog. the red balloon is obviously very popular with so many people. just been zipping through your blog, lovely work indeed. loving wellesley and winslow!

  • PT-LawMom

    I just found your work on Etsy and am so in love with your characters. Beautiful! Love the names, too. :)