YouTube is a great resource for learning new things. I made these mixed media decorations from watching some tutorials.
They were enjoyable to make but labour intensive having to wait overnight for various stages of glue to set. They took about four days total! I am having a go to see if they will sell on eBay but I doubt they will make me a fortune!
They are really bling and will catch the Christmas tree lights giving extra sparkle.
I don't usually do bling but make an exception for Christmas.
The spoons are plastic but have been repurposed. They are still have some weight to them due to the glass cabochon and crystal stones.
Do you have a preference for Christmas tree decorations? Do you go for bling or the more natural look? I have some ideas for making some other types of decorations but would be interested to know what you are drawn to. I know woodland animals are popular (I like them too) but when something becomes mainstream I tend to go off it for a while! I look forward to reading your suggestions.
YouTube is a great resource for learning new things. I made these mixed media decorations from watching some tutorials.
Truly beautiful. I've always preferred handmade ornaments for our Christmas tree. Taking them out every December fills me with such a wash of nostalgia and emotion. It's a visit with old friends. Dear family. My years as young wife, new mother. And sparkly is delightful with the fairy lights.
ReplyDeleteHi Sharon. Good to see you here! I have some Thomas Paconi glass ornaments and each year I look forward to seeing my favourite ones as I take them out of the box. I bet your tree looks wonderful with all the handmade memories. :)
DeleteYou are, as ever, so skilful - I am sure they will do well on eBay - I still have your beautiful fairies you once made. x
ReplyDeleteI remember those fairies! I bet they look a bit primitive now! Hope you are having a good weekend Vivien. x
DeleteThose are the best! I don't decorate, in any way, for Christmas but I would certainly love to have some similar to those for other occasions.
ReplyDeleteDo your remember your Grumpy Fairy who lives with me? She still makes me smile!
Hi Toffeeapple! Good to have you drop by! I do remember the grumpy fairy. I am glad her grumpiness makes you smile. Maybe I should redevelop the grumpy fairies or have naughty ones instead! :)
DeleteGosh they are gorgeous Simone!!
ReplyDeleteI'm pretty traditional when it comes to Christmas decorations!
Thanks Vivienne! I do like a traditional bauble! x
DeleteThe spoons are lovely Simone, so delicate and different too. I bet they will twinkle and glitter on your Christmas tree. My favourite decorations which we use every year are our collection of papier mache balls with scenes painted on them and my little gold birds with feathery tails:)
ReplyDeleteI like the sound of the balls with scenes painted onto them Rosie. Birds on the tree are always good - I have a sparkly one that sits on the top of my mini tree. My Mum used to have the metal clip on ones with feathery tails too! :)
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