Recycling memories from Christmas past. Unique designs made from ornaments of yesteryear. With occasional detours just for fun.
I love this week's topic, Treasure, not the least because there are about a gazillion ways to interpret the word. And, honestly, I have about a gazillion treasures, both literal and figurative, and so much to be grateful for. I had to think about what I wanted to share this week. I shared some treasure … Continue reading Weekly Photo Challenge: (Christmas) Treasure
IT CAME UPON THE MIDNIGHT CLEAR Lyrics by Edmund H. Sears 1810 - 1876 It came upon the midnight clear, that glorious song of old, from angels bending near the earth to touch their harps of gold: "Peace on the earth, good will to men, from heaven's all-gracious King." The world in solemn stillness lay, … Continue reading Christmas
Remember the story about the unfortunate children of the cobbler? Poor things; they never got shoes since their father was too busy making them for other people. That's a bit like I am feeling. After months of making vintage Christmas goodies, I find myself in the position of being incredibly behind in my own Christmas … Continue reading The Cobbler’s Children Syndrome…..And You
If I had a nickel for every time someone asked me if I would make them a wreath using their ornaments I would be feeling pretty flush about now. It must be a passing fancy for most people because rarely does anyone follow through. But last fall, I received a very nice enquiry from a … Continue reading A Joy-Full Wreath (Part 1)
I've been gone awhile, have you noticed? There have been a lot of things going on these past few months but now I am back and ready to get to work making more fabulous vintage Christmas! I haven't been ignoring my work by any stretch. I have spent lots of time scouring all over for … Continue reading I’m Back