The glitter's a flyin'

Everything sparkles here, including people.  I love it!  The boys... they are not so thrilled about it though ;-)  ;-).  I guess that it does look sort of funny to see my husband sitting there in his flannel shirt as he (and it) sparkles and shines, but it's all a part of the season in our house.  Have you ever seen those pink T shirts that they have for boys now that say, "Tough enough to wear pink" ??  Maybe they should have one that says "Tough enough to wear glitter"  Ha ha ha!!!!

I have quite a few photos to share today.  First I have to show you Cort in his Halloween costume.  This was his first year of not wearing a cute costume.  It was all about the creepy stuff this Halloween-- and just when I thought that I could manipulate him into doing  just about anything he decides to go all independant and choose his own costume ;-)

I know, creepy.  I kept telling him that and he just kept saying, "That's what it's supposed to be."

So, on now to prettier things...

I mentioned glitter and this project played a big part in the latest "sparkling."  Five little snow people.

I made these using a couple of recycled glass bottles and a couple that I purchased at Michael's craft store for 97 cents each. 

There's Frosty, Winter Joy, Glisten, Snow, and Merry & Bright.  They are decorated with painted jingle bells, metal snowflakes, Tuelle, white feathers, rhinestones, rub ons, tags, ivory fleece, sheer ribbon ruffles, silver tinsel, trims, and beads.  There is so much more too,  because  it so much  fun to dress up a snow friend in a nice warm house --  so I got a little carried away!  Oh, I also used some keys, both metal and Melissa Frances white resin ones.

Their happy hats are made with some vintage Christmas music papers that a sweet blog reader friend sent to me.  Thanks so much, Debbie D!!!!

The letters are made by Making Memories and the silver star stickers are the one's that you buy in the school supply aisle in department stores. Do you remember your teacher's putting them on your school papers?  I always liked the silver and red one's best and can remember staring at my starred up papers as I rode the school bus home :-)

My only suggestion if you decide to make some of these for yourself is to add the feathers AFTER you spray on the adhesive and sprinkle on the glitter.  I spent a little time picking apart the plumes that were adhered together from the spray glue, but all in all this was one easy project.  I got the idea from artist Sue Pelletier.  Her's were on the the latest cover of "Cloth, Paper, Scissors." 

I also love the glass bottles that are topped with jewels and shells that the Junk to Jewels Boutique ladies make.  They are so classy and vintage that someday I may just need to have some.

One more thing for today.  I found out that my Skate Box and Snowflake album kit will be up for sale at The Scrappy Gourmet on December 1st.  Here is a little sneak peek:

If you are interested in the kit, please check it out -- it has lots of the new Melissa Frances Christmas collection, including papers, dimensional stickers and cardstock tags.

Only 2 more weeks and I can get out the Christmas decorations and glisten up the house with it all.  It's my favorite time of the year.  Somehow the snow seems so much better when the house is decorated for Christmas.

I'll be back soon with more to share and a surprise Giveaway!!  You know that you want some of that ;-) :-)

Love and sparkles to all,
Linda 

 

Comments

[Kathy Ethington]

I just adore your snowmen....can't wait to find some glass jars and get going...they are just too cute for words...

[gilbert ohanian]

i like the snowman please send me some

[Jennifer]

Hi Linda, I LOVE your snowmen. I did buy the Cloth, Paper Scissors mag to see them on the cover. But honestly, I like your snowmen better. They are so vintagey cute!

[Jody Bradshaw]

Hi Linda,
I have loved this box since you first posted it and have been waiting for Dec 1st for it to on sale at Scrappy Gourmet. There are no dimensions listed, so would you please tell me how big the box is?

Thanks!
Jody

[D@nielle]

wow I must say I normally just spend my time drooling over your cute projects but I just had to say I love your snowmen way better than sue's. They have such a high level of cuteness over them, just adorable !

[Angela C]

These snowpeople are absolutely adorable! Very inspirational and a great idea. You are truly talented. I'm so glad I found your blog. I hope I win one to make me smile when the real snow hits soon!

[Danelle]

holy cow Linda! Stunned....stunned by those out of this world snowmen bottles and CORT! I about fell out of my chair at that photo of Cort. Goodness, you are right, creepy. I just wasn't expecting that...lol. Don't yo just hate that they want to grow up??
Even creepy, that sweet little boy still shows inside. We will never tell him that though...lol.

Danelle

[sam]

WOW!!! I was just clicking around on the internet when I came across you're blog, you make amazing stuff!!! Love it, love it, love it! Saved you're link, will be a regular visitor from now on :) Love the snowmans!! best wishes Sam

[Toni]

I am soooooooooo loving the snowmen bottles! They are absolutely beautiful!!!

[Annette King]

Love your snowmen, they are so cute! I love to visit your blog and see your beautiful unique creations!

[Amy]

Oh, those snowmen are so cute! You are so talented, thanks for always sharing your inspiration! And I LOVE your banner at the top! Maybe you could share more photos of that with us... too cute! ;)

[Nanou]

very beautiful !
Nanou from France

[Lori]

Oh my! Those snowman are too cute. Please oh please give us some instructions for the faces. I totally want to make some! Your work is so beautiful. Thanks for sharing. Lori

[wendela]

love your work!! thanks for inspiration!

[Cathy K.]

Love your snowmen - they are just beautiful!

[Carla Mayfield]

I think I'm speechless! I love these snowmen, and your fabulous photography THAT much!

[Juliana]

WOW! I am in awe of these snowmen! They are so adorable! I want to make some now too!

[Raechelle Bellus]

WOW. I am in awe at how beautiful these are! You sure are gifted! I saw these on the cover and had a hard time passing the mag up, but now I have to go back and get it because I am totally inspired to give these a try. At least attempt to.
Thanks for the inspiration! :)
Rae

[Hilary Kanwischer]

Give me a second please while I pick my jaw up off the floor! Oh my goodness Linda...Pure sweetness! I LOVE snowmen, and those are just amazing. I'd love to learn how to make them, please give a tutorial one day. :) Have a great night. :)

[Jeanne]

You are so talented! Love the snowmen. Such happy faces on them, you can't help but smile when looking at them. Can't wait to see what else you come up with.