Been working on Valentine wreaths. Some are in my Etsy shop --- www.artfulhandsstudios.etsy.com or www.brownbirdstudios.etsy.com
Here's another one -
And lastly a tad more traditional - handmade felt flowers with pearl centers, cool variegated red yarn and little crystal hearts - a lovely way to say I love you...
HI, if you're visiting this blog as a result of seeing the beautifully decorated organic tree in the Boston Globe's G section, then please read on to get the templates & directions for making these lovely ornaments direct from the designer as shown on the tree of Pamela Copeman of Hingham.
Paper chains - we used old book pages in 6" lengths by 1" width and stapled them together. We then sprayed them with silver glitter to make them sparkle on the tree.
Bird Ornaments: cut from scrapbook papers and in some cases decorative paper bags or wrapping paper. Template below. We punched a 1/8" hole at top and threaded a silver pipe cleaner 4" long and bent into a hook.
Paper Cones (Cornucopias): Made in 3 sizes from old book pages. Template follows. Curl paper in on itself and use scrapbooking adhesive to glue seam. Use old paintbrush and watered down Elmer's glue lightly around the top and sprinkle with silver German glass glitter. Punch 1/8" hole on opposite sides of top and thread silver pipe cleaner through to make the hanging top. Fill with dried hydrangea or baby's breath.
Use this template full size for medium cone. Enlarge by 20% on copier for larger size.
Templates for small and medium bird. Print full size, trace, cut out, jewel for eye and punch hole for pipe cleaner hook.
Enjoy your beautiful tree knowing you made it beautiful and our planet thanks you too.
Any questions - email me: ginnyballou@yahoo.com
I've joined forces with my niece, grand-niece and daughter in a new Etsy shop www.artfulhandsstudios.etsy.com -- and I've just posted some really fun wreaths and bird wall hangings. Please visit and let me know what you think! Thanks!!
Here's a sample of some of the yarn wrapped holiday wreaths.
It's been awhile since I've posted on my design blog but I do have new creations to offer - ETSY shop www.brownbirdstudios.etsy.com . These yarn wreaths are handcrafted and embellished to offer seasonal greetings or cheer for you or someone you might like to gift! I've also started a co-op shop on Etsy -- artfulhandsstudios.etsy.com with my niece, grandniece and daughter. Great designs, interesting age range and product worthy of purchase. One of a kind - yep, truly one of a kind as we each have a different aethetic.
I just loved this chapel in the woods kinda look. Yarn wreath, birds and the glittery chapel - a lovely additon to any holiday decor.so, just a few of the treats to be seen at www.artfulhandsstudios.etsy.com where more of my wreaths and the rest of the studios will post theirs. So many items, so many places to buy, we hope you choose ours!!
With Valentine's Day fast approaching, I've been busy in my "art dept." creating cupid helpers - fashioned of multiple paper layers, wings outlined in German scrap borders, a doily halo, stamped face and neck jewel, these charmers would make a wonderful Valentine for your someone special. See more on my etsy site www.brownbirdstudios.etsy.com
Thanks for stopping by!
The Valentine love birds are ready and in my Etsy shop www.brownbirdstudios.etsy.com
No two alike, all handsewn of felt, embroidered, beaded, be-ribboned, jeweled and many bearing heartfelt sentiments. Ah, this is how Mrs. Blossom spends the winter!!
Today was the gathering of the women of my family for what we refer to as Crafting Day. It's really Christmas with gifts, food, cheer etc. and we thought this year maybe we didn't need to craft, just visit... well, that idea went right out the window when my grandniece said "oh, we're all artists, we have to make something!" And of course having every paper supply known to man and a few not yet invented, I immediately came up with we should make paper quilts and use all this beautiful wrapping paper which by then was laying on the floor. Out came the gluesticks, gel medium, rulers, and the challenge was on - after only a few scrimages over who was hoarded the "best paper", we all got down to work including one of my twin grandsons, Will (he's a Tim Holtz in training, I think) the gal with the great yellow t-shirt is my granddaughter, Ebby. (click on pic to better see quilts)
I see I've not posted on my design blog in many moons. But I've got a springtime treat today.