Recycling memories from Christmas past. Unique designs made from ornaments of yesteryear. With occasional detours just for fun.
Emma P. Buttercup: So, Mom, when are we getting back to work? Me: Soon, baby girl, soon. My fingers are itching to make something pretty. Emma P.: Good. I've missed keeping you company out here. And I'm hungering for some stray styrofoam peanuts to gnosh on when you're not looking.
It was impossible to resist this fabulous vintage Italian Olympic ski jumper. Isn't it wonderful? I got a figure skater, too! She's all dolled up in a hot pink skating dress with white fur trim. Her face has seen better days but then, let's face it, so has mine. It's ok - she will shine … Continue reading Fabulous Find
We awoke to a winter wonderland this morning. The world around us had magically become a beautiful fairyland, reminding me a little of Narnia.As you can see, Emma P Buttercup was enjoying herself. We went for walkies. Here's how the 'hood looked this morning. Cute overload. The other 4-legged member of the household remained nonplussed. And … Continue reading Snow Day!
I'm pretty much holed up out in Santa's Workshop, Southern Branch, making holiday magic. Sometimes it seems the gods are not on my side...today I'm suffering with "Arthur" in my right thumb and then I managed to burn 3 fingers and my thumb on my left hand! Geesh. Tomorrow will be better, I know it. … Continue reading Busy, busy, busy!
I feel terrible for not chiming in here for ages to say hi to all my blog friends. Truth is, I am overwhelmed. But in a good way. This is peak season for me, as you might imagine, with the Christmas goose waddling along in its inexorable journey towards December 25. I have wanted to … Continue reading I’m Just a Whirling Dervish