Friday, May 20, 2016

Friday Finishes!


I am still making small items, but I am getting antsy to start on my unfinished projects and new ones that I have been wanting to make, so time to get going on those. I still can make small ones in between and it is something I can work on at night when I need a no brainer project;)

I was thinking of my sister when I made these. She loves snow men and always asks me to make more that she can buy for next year, so I let her go through my snowmen pieces and pick what she wants.

The first is a pillow, something simple but fun to do. I added a saying and a carrot button, as well as, the wool heart. I enjoy putting little touches on each piece, though I think the nose is a bit big for this guy. I use Faber Castell art pens to color with, they are archival inks, waterproof and have a longer tip so they color in nicely without bleeding. I wet the pieces to remove the washable ink and then use walnut stain on them and the ink does not run.


The second I made as a pair, but only got one finished and this way I can see how it looks before I dod the other one. I do like how it came out and a fun way to finish a stitchery to be used as an ornament. I did the stitchery with the batting on, then added a backing and did the stitching first, then I cut around the stitching with pinking shears. I had fun adding star buttons to this one. I also added a snowflake to the back so it would look nice if the ornament spins around on the tree.

I hope everyone has a nice weekend. We have a nice day tomorrow so hoping to get out for some hiking.


10 comments:

Karen said...

You moved from angels to snowmen. I like both type designs but I think snowmen the best.

Saimi said...

Your snowmen are really cute! Such a crafty girl indeed!!

Jacque. said...

Darling!! Everything you do, in fact. Have a great weekend!

Soggibottom said...

We love all your stylish work and called in to say thank you for my birFday wishes....
Luvs Freya Rose Blossom and Ark XX

Sandi said...

Your first snowman was named after his distant cousin...he is nicknamed J.D. Of course you know His favourite song is Inka Dinky Doo by Jimmy Durante aka The Schnozzola his cousin!

Love your double sided ornament. Enjoy your hiking this weekend!

Rugs and Pugs said...

You always have such fun finishes.
Hugs :)
Lauren

Kim said...

So cute. You are smart to be crafting seasons ahead. I'm always behind (I never learn). Lol

Saundra said...

Getting a head start for winter? My grandson's rug is to be a Christmas gift so figured I'd better start that early.

acorn hollow said...

you are going to be so far ahead of everyone else when it comes to Christmas items I love them all.
Cathy

Allie-oops Designs said...

Those are just too, too darling Debbie - I really like how they look colored in like that, I'll have to get some of those pens and try them myself!