I think this tutorial is worth re-posting. Have fun making them!
These are quite possibly my favorite ornaments. My mom made them with my kids when they were little. I get the biggest kick when we open the Christmas ornament box and I see these. And the kids will always remember the fun they had with Grandma.
All you need is...
1-1/2" wooden bead for the head
1 piece farfalle pasta (bow-tie pasta for the wings)
2 pieces of elbow macaroni (arms)
1 piece mastaccioli pasta (small tube for the body)
Anchellini pasta for the hair
thin twine for hanging
white glue or hot glue
white paint
Just glue the pasta together like you see it in the picture, paint and tie a string around the wings to hang.
Friday, November 25, 2011
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Saturday, November 27, 2010
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
Book Page Wreath Tutorial
Who says Christmas decorations have to be expensive? I was inspired by some book page wreaths I found online while browsing my favorite blogs. Here is my take on these pretty decorations.
Materials Needed:
Glue Gun and glue sticks
Craft glue stick
Old paperback book
Rick-Rack trim
Watercolors and brush
Black thin line marker
Sturdy cardboard
1. Cut 2 circles out of cardboard-2" diameter and 3 1/2" diameter
2. Using glue stick cover each circle with a single page of text folding edges to back of cardboard
3. Tear pages carefully away from book binding and roll into a cone shape. Secure the corner with glue stick.
4. Using hot glue gun start glueing the cones to the back (unfinished) side of the larger cardboard circle with the points meeting in the center.
5. Continue glueing cones to cardboard until you have your first layer of cones.
6. Trim 1" off of the point side of your cones for the next layer.
7. Start glueing a second layer of cones to the top of the first layer placing them approximately 1" from the outside edge of the first layer.
8. Cover the smaller circle of cardboard with a page of text folding edges to the back and glueing them in place.
9. Draw a holiday motif on top of the text and color it in with your watercolors.
10. Glue a strand of rick-rack around the edge of the smaller cardboard circle.
11. Glue the small circle in the center of the wreath to cover up the points of the cones.
12. Using a 12" length of rick-rack, glue a loop to the back of the wreath for hanging.
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Sunday, October 24, 2010
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
Sunday, October 17, 2010
Collage...Falling Leaves
We've started moving the leaves in our yard today. Yes, it's autumn in Indiana. And, while it's not my favorite activity, it is my favorite time of year. Enjoy some Etsy finds with leaves in mind.
1. She Waited Until Fall photograph by TCaponePhoto
2. Fall 5 x 7 print by CedarPhoto
3. Fall Leaves by LuzDesigns
4. Many Maples by noraellen
5. Autumn Leaves Under Glass by cuteworkz
6. Cottonwood necklace by ArtisanHandcrafted
7. Autumn Spiral Wreath by welcomesbypj
8. Nature's Bounty necklace by uniquebuttons
9. Hosta Leaves by LauraTrevey
10. Embroidered Leaf Headband by KamiMono
11. Fall in the Park by lisaburch
12. Crimson Jewels by mistflowerphoto
1. She Waited Until Fall photograph by TCaponePhoto
2. Fall 5 x 7 print by CedarPhoto
3. Fall Leaves by LuzDesigns
4. Many Maples by noraellen
5. Autumn Leaves Under Glass by cuteworkz
6. Cottonwood necklace by ArtisanHandcrafted
7. Autumn Spiral Wreath by welcomesbypj
8. Nature's Bounty necklace by uniquebuttons
9. Hosta Leaves by LauraTrevey
10. Embroidered Leaf Headband by KamiMono
11. Fall in the Park by lisaburch
12. Crimson Jewels by mistflowerphoto
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Some Great New Fabrics
I just received some awesome new fabrics. Now...what to make? Stay tuned.
Anthology Fabrics, Folk Life Collection
Anthology Fabrics, Sweet Tooth Collection
Anthology Fabrics, Folk Life Collection
Anthology Fabrics, Sweet Tooth Collection
Sunday, October 10, 2010
Thursday, October 7, 2010
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
We've all been touched in one way or another by this terrible disease. My maternal grandmother was taken from us many years ago when I was in middle school. One of my dearest friends from college and a friend from work are both survivors. We can all make a difference by joining the fight.
I have added some Pink Ribbon key fobs to my shop. 100% of the proceeds will be donated to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation.
Here are some wonderful items from other Etsy shops who will be donating proceeds from the sales to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Awareness Foundation.
1. Pink Ribbon Breast Cancer Art by MADART
2. Breast Cancer Hope Flag by KimHerring
3. Pink Vintage Zipper Lapel Pin by toniandtree
4. Pink For the Cure Scarf by mgbdesigns
5. Camera Strap by HowardAvenue
6. Candle with Bracelet by nikkicandles
7. Think Pink bag by jennjohn
8. Freshwater Pearl bracelet by revelling
9. Breast Cancer Bracelet by LaOdViE
I have added some Pink Ribbon key fobs to my shop. 100% of the proceeds will be donated to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation.
Here are some wonderful items from other Etsy shops who will be donating proceeds from the sales to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Awareness Foundation.
1. Pink Ribbon Breast Cancer Art by MADART
2. Breast Cancer Hope Flag by KimHerring
3. Pink Vintage Zipper Lapel Pin by toniandtree
4. Pink For the Cure Scarf by mgbdesigns
5. Camera Strap by HowardAvenue
6. Candle with Bracelet by nikkicandles
7. Think Pink bag by jennjohn
8. Freshwater Pearl bracelet by revelling
9. Breast Cancer Bracelet by LaOdViE
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Monday, October 4, 2010
Collage...Pumpkins
We've had our first taste of fall weather this weekend in Indiana. It was a pleasant 70 degrees in the afternoon on Sunday, so we went out and bought our pumpkins. Enjoy these Etsy pumpkin finds.
1. Mini Pumpkins by 39stitches
2. Little Pumpkin Beanie by Textilesone
3. Pick a Peck of Pumpkins by Sunfleur1
4. Homespun Mini Checked Pumpkins by simpledream2
5. Glittered Pumpkin by whitemarketblog
6. Crocheted Pumpkins by littlemargie
7. Pumpkin Pendants by gardengoddessmosaics
8. Pumpkin Polymer Clay Beads by tooaquarius
9. PDF Sewing Pattern Patchwork Pumpkins from retromama
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Sunday, October 3, 2010
Monday, September 27, 2010
Collage...Chartreuse
Chartreuse Meets Metal Bangle by KnotChaCha
Super Snuggly Chunky Knit Cowl in Chartreuse by Happiknits
Verdant Valley Time's Echo Bamboo Tee by dyedianadye
Green Hornet by mendibarr
Mercantile Nostalgia Teal and Green Pin Cushion by minusOne
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Saturday, September 25, 2010
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Saturday, September 18, 2010
Monday, September 13, 2010
Saturday, September 11, 2010
Collage...Bicycles
There is a new bike path that runs pretty close to my house. Today I saw a bunch of kids riding and wished I had a bike to join them. It may have to be a spring purchase.
1. New-La Pomme Dark Yellow French with Bicycle Flap by ikabags
2. Colorblocked in Bicycles by CamilleStar
3. Bicycle Tire Belt by julienjaborska
4. Reversible Bicycle Chain Bracelet by hourglassproductions
5. Parked in Venice Photograph by RetrospectPhoto
6. Messenger Bag in Teal with Vintage White Bicycle by TrackandFieldDesigns
7. Anna Sling Bag in Japanese Etsuko Furuya Echino Bicycles by gutentag
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Tuesday, September 7, 2010
Pantone Reveals Spring 2011 Colors
New York Fashion Week is September 9-16, 2010.
"For 17 years, Pantone, the global authority on color, has surveyed the designers of New York Fashion Week and beyond to bring you the seasons most important color trends." Are you following the trends with your creations?
In Pantone's Fashion Color Report for Spring 2011, you will find colors inspired by exotic destinations like Africa, India, Peru and Turkey. "Designers continue to satisfy consumers' need to escape everyday challenges with intriguing color combinations that transport them to foreign lands."
Monday, September 6, 2010
New Fobs in the Shop Today
Went to a fabric shop in Rossville, Indiana this weekend and got quite a few cool fabrics. Had to make some fobs right away. Check them out in my shop.
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Sunday, September 5, 2010
Collage...Mums
1. Spider MuM eco T by Ahpeele
2. Mum No. 1 by AlexWijnen
3. Garden III by julietsetsy
4. Fall Mums Mini Greeting Cards by FreshLemonBlossoms
5. Hand Painted Clutch Wristlet by ivoryAndOrange
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collage
Saturday, September 4, 2010
Sunday, August 29, 2010
Collage...Puzzle Pieces
Did I ever tell you that I work for a Toy company in the Puzzle and Game division? Here are a few of my favorite puzzle pieces...
1. Rockin' Autism Awareness Bangle Bracelet by tamanthajewellery
2. Leaf Textured Fine Silver Puzzle Piece Necklace by SilverGarden
3. Puzzle Necklace by miettefr
4. Puzzle Piece Autism Awareness Square Bezel Necklace by cheekycrafts
1. Rockin' Autism Awareness Bangle Bracelet by tamanthajewellery
2. Leaf Textured Fine Silver Puzzle Piece Necklace by SilverGarden
3. Puzzle Necklace by miettefr
4. Puzzle Piece Autism Awareness Square Bezel Necklace by cheekycrafts
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Monday, August 23, 2010
Working on Something New
I've been creating some new badges with my fabric scraps and buttons that are too small for my buds. I'm really thrilled to be using up some of my supplies. Not sure yet what I'm going to do with them. I'm thinking of calling them bag badges and putting pin backs on them...or, maybe magnets. Any ideas?
Sunday, August 22, 2010
Collage...Hoops
1. Little City Hoop by LittlePinkHouse
2. Wall Art by PilliPillihandmade
3. White Cascading Flowers by DashingEtc
4. Puffed Heart by neawear
5. Green Angel with Buttons by DesignsByNancyT
6. Blue Crazy Patchwork by merriweathercouncil
7. Wall Art Crazy Patchwork by merriweathercouncil
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