This is a little ornament I made for my friend Shara. The Santa is a vintage gummed package seal and the back is a vintage Dennison label and lots of twinkly silver German glass glitter. The bead on the bottom is from an old earring. I'm pleased with how it turned out and I hope Shara likes it too! Once I clear the mounds of Christmas crap off my desk and get some glass ordered, I'm hoping to make some Valentine pieces. On one hand I hate to put away all of my vintage Christmas pretties but on the other--as I expected--I'm just ready for the mess to be gone. From the slew of organizing post around blogland, I know I'm not the only one!
Tuesday, December 30, 2008
Soldered Santa #2
I think I'm finally getting the hang of this soldering thing. Sure, my pieces are still a bit rough around the edges and my technique could use improving, but at least I'm to the point that I'm pleased with what I've made and don't want to throw it immediately in the trash.
This is a little ornament I made for my friend Shara. The Santa is a vintage gummed package seal and the back is a vintage Dennison label and lots of twinkly silver German glass glitter. The bead on the bottom is from an old earring. I'm pleased with how it turned out and I hope Shara likes it too! Once I clear the mounds of Christmas crap off my desk and get some glass ordered, I'm hoping to make some Valentine pieces. On one hand I hate to put away all of my vintage Christmas pretties but on the other--as I expected--I'm just ready for the mess to be gone. From the slew of organizing post around blogland, I know I'm not the only one!
This is a little ornament I made for my friend Shara. The Santa is a vintage gummed package seal and the back is a vintage Dennison label and lots of twinkly silver German glass glitter. The bead on the bottom is from an old earring. I'm pleased with how it turned out and I hope Shara likes it too! Once I clear the mounds of Christmas crap off my desk and get some glass ordered, I'm hoping to make some Valentine pieces. On one hand I hate to put away all of my vintage Christmas pretties but on the other--as I expected--I'm just ready for the mess to be gone. From the slew of organizing post around blogland, I know I'm not the only one!
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Darling ornaments! I wish I had had more time before Christmas to do more soldering!
ReplyDeleteThanks for visiting my blog...Yes, I put the paddle hook on the KitchenAid first, then as I'm adding the flour I switch to the dough-kneading hook to finish it off! Good Luck!
Hugs, Heidi
Yes, Shara likes it VERY MUCH! I am honored to own one of your soldered pieces. You are great at it and it looks totally professional! (I do hope you got my email where I went on and on about how much I loved it!)
ReplyDeleteAre you in Mama's Valentine Swap?
Heidi- I have SO much glass to give you. I can show you when you come in Jan.
ReplyDeleteMelonie.
Wow, Heidi! I love those! I wish I knew how to do that! My dream Christmas tree, would be a photo tree, with photos in little frames, just like you made. That's just so cool!
ReplyDeleteAnd, thank you so much for your help with the soap bottles! They were such a hit with the book club ladies. And, your book suggestions too...perfect. Peace, Like a River...it is! You made me look smart and crafty that night. Thanks!
How could she not love it, it is FAB! Have a happy new year!!!
ReplyDeleteYou are killing me! I am not going to be able to resist soldering much longer! That is adorable! Inspiring!
ReplyDeleteI love the little ornament! I want to learn! I've been looking at kits....did you take any classes or are you self taught? I'd love some hints/tips!
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