Yes, we are going to talk Spring today. Talk, think, breathe, anticipate. This post will surely make you want it as much as I do... if you aren't already experiencing it. Here in MN we get little tastes of Spring and then winter comes back with a vengence.
First off I have to share this little idea that I found at the Martha Stewart website. Could this little project be any sweeter? I love this idea. Real egg shells in pretty pastel colors filled with candles for the Easter dinner table. Such a simple yet fun idea. I'll let you know if I make some-- and if you want the instructions, just click on Martha's name above and it'll take you directly to the page. So fun.
Okay, so I've been into working with clay lately. It's easy and sort of soothes my tense little brain. Here are 2 projects that I added some small clay creations to.
This paper mache egg was made using a premade egg that I picked up at Hobby Lobby. I cut a hole in the center front-- added paint, Melissa Frances polka dot paper (that I made into a ruffley ribbon) silver tinsel, and glitters. The little "Spring" sign inside the egg is made from one of Melissa's white resin appliques.
I added some shimmer to the painted dots, clay bird, and eggs with Shimmerz paints. These paints are just awesome. They put a finish on items that looks so professional. I even colored the flower on the top of the egg with a pink Shimmerz paint (it used to be ivory colored.)
This spring party bird sits atop a whole buch of Melissa Frances stuff. The papers, resin, rub on phrase, silk flowers, and the postcard on the front are all included in her collections. Those postcards are one of my favorite things.
Another Melissa Frances project that uses her new paper collection called Fresh Twist. I used one of her paper mache photo album boxes, velvet ribbon, and some glitters. The vintage bunny image was downloaded from The Vintage Moth... thank you Abbie for all of the free images that you share ! :-)
I have several other projects to share, but I need to photograph them. There seems to be lots going on right now and I'm kind of behind, because we were sick here. Then when we thought that we were better it came back and kept hanging on.... and on.
Since I feel like sharing something too, I will do a giveaway from this post. It will be a surprise!!!! So make a comment here to participate in a chance to win one of the above projects. You have to tell me which one is your favorite when you post your comment. Right now, I think that my favorite is the paper mache "Spring Egg"-- with the "Spring Party Bird" box coming in a close 2nd.
Be back very soon with the winner's name and some more new projects!
And just because I love this image.....
Lovely thoughts,
Linda
These are gorgeous! I love how detailed they are. Would love to add this to my Christmas decorations. Thanks for a chance to win.
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Hi Linda. I know this is an old post but I went searching for it because there is something I want to make out of clay and am curious to know what kind you use? Do you have a preference? If you have a moment and can respond, I would be so thankful. My email is: pukapu@aim.com
Posted by: Krista Nash | May 13, 2009 at 12:57 PM
These are so gorgeous! Thank you for sharing them with us!!!
Posted by: Juliana | April 14, 2009 at 06:53 PM
Wow! I love the little egg you made, it's soooo pretty and delicate.
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Posted by: Roz | March 29, 2009 at 12:03 AM
Hi Linda - I love all your stuff but the Spring party bird is soooo cute and I would LOVE to win it! I haven't won off of a blog yet! Blessings!
Posted by: Angela C | March 25, 2009 at 11:54 AM
I'm lovin the little birdie on the box, but I want to make both of them! The egg is so cute, we don't have a hobby lobby near- :(
love your work Linda! and your music!
Posted by: Bren Yule | March 24, 2009 at 10:05 PM
Linda
I come to your Blog often because everything you do is so creative,I love the inspiration, I actually had a brain freeze, I dont often leave comments and now I know why I visited Melissa philips Blog also and mixed the two blogs up and left her a comment calling her (Linda) Any way I do love your blog, all of your creations are Gorgeous.
Penny
Posted by: Penny | March 24, 2009 at 11:43 AM
Oh everything is soo cute! But I just love the little birdy box. That cute little bird looks like he is ready to attend a party!
Posted by: amy staats | March 22, 2009 at 01:33 PM
Linda, these are all just GORGEOUS!! But since you're twisting my arm, I will pick one... the Spring Party Bird sitting jauntily atop that beautiful box. LUUUUUV it! Thanks for a chance to win!
Posted by: JeanFB | March 20, 2009 at 03:55 PM
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Posted by: Tina | March 18, 2009 at 03:00 PM
Wow Linda, every one of these projects is absolutely gorgeous!! I love them all, but that little blue party bird with his hat is just calling to me!
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