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 doubt I have ever been quite this far behind when it comes to Christmas as I am this year. There's just been an awful lot going on and my attention (which sometimes is a little challenged anyway) has been pulled in way too many directions at once. This is how my living room looked … Continue reading It’s Slowly Coming Together
I finished the angel wreath yesterday. I love the way she turned out - so sweet. I will be packing her up and bringing her with me to my last show of 2014 in McLean, VA, the McLean Holiday Crafts Show. The show runs Friday the 5th through Sunday the 7th. The show is in … Continue reading Angel Glow