I am very excited about today's project and hope you will be too!
I came across this pattern on Jo-Ann’s website and instantly fell in love with the design. After downloading the free pattern, I made a few alterations to the size of the wings and tail feathers.
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| (All stamps by Penny Black) |
All the pieces were cut from French vanilla cardstock and distressed with Antique Linen and Vintage Photo inks. Using Snow Scroll and Vintage Photo ink, I stamped a random pattern on all the distressed pieces. I added fishing line for a hanger and sprayed the finished piece with Gold Sheer Shimmer Spritz by Tsukineko.
Here is a closer view of the holly the bird is holding.
In the sample shown on Jo-Ann’s site, the bird was holding a flower. To transition the design more toward the upcoming holiday season, I substituted this holly leaf and berry from Thorny Affair. A little Glossy Accents to the berry and Lime Green Stickles to the leaf added that final touch.
I think these would make lovely ornaments and plan to create a few more in different sizes for gifts.
I hope you will have time to return on Wednesday – I have a pop-up gift card holder to share with you.
Have a great day,
Elizabeth