My grand plans for merry making seems to be falling way short of what I had originally dreamed up. I am announcing now, that it really doesn’t matter. I’ve cut my list in half and I’m just gonna wing it. Whatever happens happens. No shop update, no handmade gifts for everyone, no excessive baking. I’m going to chill like a penguin. I’m saying this in hopes that it REALLY will stop bothering me. Like, maybe getting it out there will make it all okay. Really okay. And I’ll stop silently and internally stressing about it. Deep, deep breath…Ahhhhhh
Now on to better things.
These are the ornaments I made for the Holiday Ornament Swap and for Amy’s ornament swap. I know I said I’d only do two swaps, but I thought I’d just make a bunch of ornaments (which I had been planning to do anyway). Plus, I can’t resist a swap hosted by Amy. I always try to do her swaps–they’re the best.
These ornaments are somewhat similar to the ones I made last year. Painted metal, different subject. This large group of little houses are only halfway finished. I had to take a picture before I lost my light. They didn’t take as long to paint as you’d think, maybe because I was enjoying myself and not rushing. And of course they have glitter. Love, love, love sparkles!
AND because I love the birds I made last year so much, I made more. I had originally planned to have these done over a week ago and put them up on etsy. But, I just can’t imagine spending all that time listing them. So, I’m giving a couple away. One house and one bird. What am I going to do with the rest you ask? Well, if anyone wants one, you can buy one from me through paypal. Six dollars for a house and 8$ for a bird (shipping included for US and Canada orders) add $2 for international. Please send me an email to regina AT creativekismet DOT com and let me know if you would like one. There are 8 birds and 5 houses available. Thanks!!!
Don’t forget to leave a comment to win one of these ornaments. I will pick two names on Thursday night (Dec. 13th) so I can mail them on Friday.
I love those little houses!
Me me me me me me me me me me. No, I mean, for my kid, for my kid, for my kid, for my kid, for my kid, for my kid. They’re great!
I’d love one!
Merry Christmas from one Regina to another! I found your blog through Sew, Mama, Sew! and have gotten hooked -you do such beautiful things -and so varied – I think you remind me of me, only better! These birds and houses are wonderful – simple and elegant! Maybe one will find its way to my tree!
This is my first comment ever! I love your site and check it every couple of days. The ornaments are adorable….how about a tutorial!?
What kind of magical thrift stores do you shop? I can not seem to find any stores where I live that has the treasures that you are able to come up with.
Keep up the good work!
these are beautiful…sign me up, please!!!
Your ornaments are too cute. Would love to have them hanging on my tree!
Oh, I adore your ornaments… I was hoping to buy one, but it looks like I’m too late! Hopefully Santa will bring me one for Christmas!!
Happy Holidays!! I hope your Christmas is magical, filled with lots of good times to be remembered years later:-)
What a wonderful site you have. Fabulous pictures and life it seems! I acme over from wisecraft and LOVE your post on believing in santa. We believe. We love to believe!
Love those ornaments..very eye catching.
So cute! I really like the colors, the style, everything
Wish you were in my swap group! Happy holidays!
Those are so beautiful Regina! I would totally buy one if you still had any!
Those are the cutest ornaments! I enjoy your blog.
What I would really love to know is where your favorite source for the tin is?!
And of course:lovely ornaments!
Thanks for the clever ideas on your blog
Your ornaments are absolutely Gorgeous!I love how you embossed and crimped the metal! And I love the colours you used too! I am taking a liking to the birdies especially
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Holiday Hugs from Laurraine, Canada
I really agree with that!