Monday, November 26, 2012

A Little Bit of Sparkly to Get Us Started

Now that Thanksgiving has come and gone, I am ready for Christmas. I had to control myself during the last two Christmas seasons. Two years ago I was recovering from nest removal (hysterectomy) and one year ago I was basking in the sun in Jamaica (I know... rough.) But this year, holy ribbons and bows, I will be home the entire time, ready to force Bing Crosby, cookies made with three sticks of butter, and lots of glitter on all who enter my home.

Even though you are not entering my physical home, you are in my bubble when you visit me here... so you will be subjected as well. But don't be afraid. I will be featuring some holiday sparkly bits, but I promise to only share ideas that can be adapted for all kinds of celebrating.

Today's super easy sparkly -  paper ornaments. Although I am using them as tree ornaments, these simple shapes can also be used as collage embellishments, tied to gifts and wine, or sewn together to form a garland. But why am I telling you crafty folks this? You've probably thought of 6 other ways to use them by now.

Here's the how.

1) Start with about three sheets of old textbook or dictionary paper. Sew shapes through all three layers. I did trees and balls, but I bet you can get more creative than that.


2) Cut each shape.


3) Quick coat of gesso.



4) Quick coat of Golden Iridescent Pearl followed by some spray inks.



5) Once dry, stencil some polka-dots and add embossing power. Apply heat to emboss.



6) Add silver or gold paint if desired, then hooks or ribbons to hang them.



7) Make yourself a cup of hot cocoa.

10 comments:

  1. Yum, sparkly is always my favorite. These are super cute. Nest removal, too funny. Me too....I feel honored being included in the bubble, bring on the Bing, bring on the cookies, bring on the sparkle. xox

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    1. I will do my best Corrine ... and expecting the same from you!

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  2. Very pretty! Such a fun time of the year. :)

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    1. I'm looking forward to what you'll feature this month. Can't wait to see your great seasonal pics.

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  3. What a great idea. Mmmm- three weeks to go- I better get cracking.

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  4. I LOVE THESE!!!!! Just the newsprint and the black Thread- FABULOUS!!! I imagine those with a little gold paint and sequins- such a wonderful idea and I think I might even the able to swing the super basic shapes... no really- I have a challenge with striaght lines so these look very doable. :) Thanks for the huge inspiration!!!

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    1. I know you can do it! Actually the more wonky the stitches, the better. Do it!

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  5. such wonderfully festive and sparkly ornaments Jenny! I have so many things -esp. xmas cards to be made and an upcoming Holiday Extravaganza where I'll be selling necklaces and cards this weekend (still need to make more-yikes), but hopefully I can make some of these only I want to use some of my fabric papers. Thanks for the inspiration!

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    1. I look forward to your posts - hope you'll let us in on all your projects!

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