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

[MonicaA]

your snowmen are absolutely adorable!

[Renae]

Oh my goodness they are so darn cute love them ,and love that skate box such talent just looking at them makes me smile :)

[virginia]

THey are so so cute! I love them! What are their heads made out of- styrofoam balls? How in the world did you paint their faces on the styrofoam?

I just love these and would love to re-create some for my home!

[julie]

Oh Linda! Too cute! I would love to copy! How and what did you make the snowman heads out of? Please do tell! You are so talented! Julie

[Dawn @ The Feathered Nest]

Hi Linda! Thanks so much for visiting me...I love your blog, and I LOVE your artwork ~ These snowmen are just precious! What a great idea ~ xxoo, Dawn

[sarah]

i totally love the wintery projects!!! totally fun! :)

-sarah

[Stefani Meyer]

Linda - you never cease to amaze me. I love, love, love your work. Thanks for sharing.

[Stine Byager]

Your page is AMAZING - I LOVE to visit to get new inspiration. THANKS for sharing so much !

[Mrs Frizz]

OMG I'm in love with those snowmen - totally G O R G E O U S!!!

You are so very talented ... you rock!!!

[The Jolly Dog House]

Your snowmen are absolutely adorable. So much glitter....so little time;)
K8

[Megan]

I love these - and hope that they are part of the upcoming giveaway.

[kim harter]

you have really outdone yourself!! i just can't wait to see your new post it is such a treat everytime. p.s. great banner love it

[Morag]

Just when I thought you couldn't make anything more cute than your halloween goodies - there you go - making something even MORE cute! WOW - the little guys are just gorgeous! TFS. And yes, if you want to share how you did it, then we'd all love to know!

[Debbie]

OH MY STINKIN' GOSH!!! THIS is the cutest (KEEEUTE as my daughter would say) thing ever Linda! My mouth literally dropped open! These snowmen make me hungry for snow (its 80* here today-S. Calif)glistening snow!
I will have to try and make something like this, I just love that you used glass jars...and glitter...my favorite! My hubby often sparkles too, because of all the glitter goin' on here! (big smile)
Blessings,
Debbie

[Anabelle]

You absolutely outdid yourself with these snowmen Linda!!!!!!!!!! They are seriously the most gorgeous things I've ever seen!!!!

[Lisa M. Pace]

Talk about ADORABLE!!! Love, love, love these projects. Those snowmen are gorgeous. TFS

[Anna Wight (SweetMissDaisy)]

Beautiful projects, every one of them.

[bev]

These are just WOW!!! Thanks for sharing!

[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.

[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. :)

[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

[Juliana]

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

[Carla Mayfield]

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

[Cathy K.]

Love your snowmen - they are just beautiful!

[wendela]

love your work!! thanks for inspiration!