Category Archives: Holiday Hoopla

christmas stockings and another garland

Posted on Tuesday, December 16, 2008 by Regina Lord

I can’t believe I finally made these.  The end ones are a bit boring, but embellishments will come later (a lot later- maybe next year)  At least they’re up, right.  I am planning to eventually add some embroidery and a … Continue reading →

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holiday pillows

Posted on Monday, December 15, 2008 by Regina Lord

The red snowflake pillow is made from a patchwork piece I thrifted a while back.  I just cut it to a square and appliqued a felt snowflake onto it.  I’m in love with the patchwork and all the reds. The … Continue reading →

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Holiday Lights

Posted on Sunday, December 14, 2008 by Regina Lord

Every year, one of the neighborhoods in our town, Winterhaven, goes all out with the holiday spirit. It’s not a requirement to deck out your house with lights to live there, but many homes create their own winter scenes. People … Continue reading →

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Holiday Garland # 1

Posted on Friday, December 12, 2008 by Regina Lord

I saw these very cool origami stars on Zen Crafting via crafty crow (Have I mentioned how much I love Crafty Crow?  Awesome website, and the kids love it too).  Anyway, not only did I happen to have the exact … Continue reading →

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Gumdrop Wreath and Ornaments for Sale

Posted on Thursday, December 11, 2008 by Regina Lord

We finally finished the gumdrop wreath, which was really fun.  My kids must have thought I was insane, telling them, ” Don’t eat the gumdrops!  They are for decoration only!”  Yeah, right mom. The wreath is for their bedroom door.  … Continue reading →

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winterland paper-cut art

Posted on Wednesday, December 10, 2008 by Regina Lord

With the temps in the mid 6os and rising to the high 70s by the end of the week, it’s hard to get in the spirt of the holidays.  I really look foward to our two weeks of winter, and … Continue reading →

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My Ruby-kins

Posted on Monday, December 8, 2008 by Regina Lord

I finally met, face to face, with my new niece and I am totally and completely smitten.  She stole my heart and now I am sad to be away.  She is a 3 and a half hour drive away.  🙁   … Continue reading →

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Birds and House Ornaments

Posted on Friday, December 5, 2008 by Regina Lord

They are not completely done, but will be soon.  I wanted to catch a shot of these before the sun was completely hidden behind the mountains.  I also have to work tomorrow and will be visiting my new niece on … Continue reading →

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Ornaments 2008

Posted on Tuesday, December 2, 2008 by Regina Lord

I made these gnome-ish little Santas for Amy’s 3rd Annual Christmas Ornament Swap. I plan on making more of these, along with birds and houses, but my shipment of aluminum foiling metal never made it to me.  A second batch … Continue reading →

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Welcome December!

Posted on Monday, December 1, 2008 by Regina Lord

Now the fun begins.  By fun I mean; crafting like crazy, etsy & indie shopping, friends, family, decorating, gift making, parties, food, and lots of eating.   Yes, it’s gonna be a busy month and YES, it’s gonna be FUN.  I … Continue reading →

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