Time Off

My year off is almost over .... in a few months.  But, I feel my blog is empty.  2014 has had me taking on bigger projects, learning new techniques, and moving to a new craft space. 
I am going to start posting photos of some of the project that have kept me busy.
Stay tuned!

May Arts Christmas Craft Challenge - Finalist

I always feel so fortunate when selected to be part of a May Arts Craft Challenge.  And, this time, is no exception as it is their Christmas Craft Challenge.  Who doesn't like working with gorgeous ribbon! For this project, I selected the ribbon to work with from the below:

The decision was tough but I chose the: 3/8" Solid Stitched Center Ribbon Mini Pom Pom Ribbon 1/8" Curly Sparkling Ribbon 1" Sheer Tinsel Edge Ribbon I took a 5 3/4" x 5 3/4" glass deco block and collaged a holiday napkin to the outside.  A mini light string was added to the inside of the block.  The ribbon was showcased by use around the edges and top of the block.   I love the way it looks both lit and unlit.

All of the wonderful entries are posted for the Christmas Craft Challenge.  
And, you have a chance to win your choice of 3 full spools of ribbon.  To enter, go here and view all of the projects.  Leave a comment as to which project(s) are your favorites at the end of that post.  In addition for an extra chance at winning, post on the May Arts Facebook Page, too.
How easy is that!  Plus, you receive all sorts of wonderful holiday inspiration.
Happy Holidays!

The Gift of Bird

Happy Friday!

Sassy here bringing you today's Linnie Blooms Design Team post and a cute gift idea easy enough for kids to make this holiday season.

Stitch together two Linnie Blooms Canvas Birds leaving a small opening to stuff.  I stuffed the bird with small pieces from a plastic envelope and then sealed the opening.  Both sides of the stuffed bird were painted with Tim Holtz Distress Paint, Aged Mahogany.  Gold ink was used for embellishing.  After drying, the bird was given three coats of a waterproof sealer.

The key chain assembly was done and VOILA.... a cute bird key chain.

Thanks for stopping!