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Stained Glass Design

Hello April!  Today is April Fool's Day, but I don't have any pranks to share.  My current job is not exactly a place for jokes.  In the past I have done my share of April Fools shenanigans, but all I can say is that you had to be there. 

On with my post for today.  This was a Goodwill find and from the moment I saw it an idea was in my head.  It has a great shape and is perfect for over a door.  The shape is actually where the design inspiration came from.  It reminded me of a stained glass window. 

The house that I grew up in was about 100 years old and had great woodwork and beautiful windows.  I remember gazing at them as the sunlight made rainbows of color and shapes appear on the walls.  That is usually what catches my eye anytime I am in a church.  It's probably because of the artist in me that I notice those things. 

The design that is painted on here is like a sunrise or sunset however you want to look at it.  It is simple but there is a lot to look at.  Hope you like it!  Have a great day!
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