Tag Archives: birds

books and birds

Check out the books I scored at the library–not that I have anytime to actually read books. I just get all excited when I can find some craft books I haven’t already checked out. Handmade Marketplace by Kari Chapin ~ … Continue reading

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AED ~ bird action

I finally finished re-doing my treasure bird on canvas.  It’s a bit harder doing straight color with acrylics because they want to dry so quickly. I much prefer mixed media with lots of layers and texture. I do like this … Continue reading

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Shop update

Sunshine Bird Ornament I’ve had a lot of things half finished for the past 6 months that I needed to get done in order to move on with other craft stuff.  Pincushions in need of buttons and birds in need … Continue reading

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my birds of change

I just realized that I never shared all of my birds with you. I like ’em so much, I made one for myself too.

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Swimming in a sea of birds

Yep, still workin’ on that bird swap. The hardest part for me was waiting for all the birds to come in–which took FOREVER!!  I never know when to cut the strings and say, “sorry, can’t wait any longer”.  Some never … Continue reading

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bird update

Just wanted to share the pile that is growing in my dining room.The boxes are all filled with smaller packages and I’ve transferred some sets to bags for a somewhat compact pile.  I’m not quite ready for them for take … Continue reading

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Some bird inspiration

1. three wee bird ornaments, 2. isbn4893969013-03, 3. Paper Bird Ornament, 4. Whit’s Knits: Holiday Bird Ornaments, 5. bird ornaments, 6. felt bird ornament, 7. Peace Birdy– Side 1, 8. Peace Dove Ornament, 9. Felt Love Birds, 10. Two little … Continue reading

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