Of course, I couldn't do anything else till I painted these bird cage charms that I showed you in the last post! I know there is a ton of stuff to get ready for my trip to Texas and teaching at Paper Cowgirls, but sometimes its nice to take a mental break from all the real work and do a fun job instead.
EDIT– so many people asked about these charms, that I added a few to the Boutique
It was a quick little project and a much needed, pleasant, side trip to my busy day. All it took was a spritz of bonding primer (both sides) a dab of blue paint on the birdie, done with a teensy brush, then a slap of glue and a sprinkle of glitter.
This might not have been very high on my priority list for right now, but it made me happy to do. Now, I can go back to my boring kit making. All of the ribbons are dyed and everything is arranged, trimmed and ready to go. All I have to do is the packaging. Ugh. That part is no fun at all. I'd rather be making stuff.
Hmm, maybe I can make some cute tags to tie onto the packets….AFTER they are all packed up. That will give me something to look forward to as a reward for getting it done. Okay, back to the drudgery. Have a good weekend!
The charms turned out wonderfully! Love them! Good luck with the packaging. Hugs!
They are so SWEET!!!
Have a wonderful time.
Deb
The charms are delightful. I like the making, of course, but I would actually enjoy something like packing up the kits. There is a certain relaxation in the mindless repetition of a task like that. Too bad I’m too far away to help you!
Yep- I’m pretty much doing what you’re doing- everything EXCEPT getting ready for Paper Cowgirl. Because, geez, it almost a week away and I’ve got plenty of time, right?
They look great – and you “needed” a break right! Can’t wait to start my tags – this weekend.
Back to work!
Leann
i love these!!! where can i order?
Pretty adorable, Karla! Love ’em!
Cindy invited me to attend as a guest, but I don’t think I’ll be going. I know everyone is looking forward to meeting you. Have a safe trip to Texas and back.
Brenda
Those charms are so pretty Karla. I know there will be lots of eye candy after Paper Cowgirls.
-sigh- So pretty! I can’t wait to start working on my tags! We appreciate all your efforts!
Hi Karla just put on some great dance music while you are doing those boring job .. it helps to make it more fun and talking of fun Iv’e been making tags…. have a grat weekend Hugs wendy
how flippin cute are these???? so excited to get my tag book done & see what everyone else has created:)!
These bird cages are soo cute! Have a great time at Paper Cowgirls.
What a great idea to paint them, Karla. They turned out great, and are lots more interesting and personal now.
I’ve started to make my Bird Song tags, and because I needed a break and something fun to work on too, so I understand taking the time to do that.
Karla, Karla,
Those are so very cute. I have a bunch of similar ones and they are just sitting there doing nothing!!! Hope Paper Cowgirls is a wonderful experience. Things have been a bit crazy here and I still haven’t had a chance to make my gift from you but i am so grateful that you thought of me.
Hugs,
Suz
They look fantastic!
The bird cage charms are adorable!
xo
Claudai
Your bird with cage charms are adorable. You should have a friend helping you with kits and packaging as that would be so much more fun. I like your idea to reward yourself by making tags. Happy productive weekend my dear…
I can SO appreciate your thoughts…we all need that “rewarding” distraction after doing what seems like drudgery! Your charms turned out beautiful..and aren’t we the lucky ones to be recipients in your tag book swap! Have a blessed, fun time at Cowgirls. I’m hoping that next year I can be one of the “students!”
xox
Karen
I love your little charms! I can’t wait to take your class at Paper Cowgirl, so I am appreciative of your class making efforts. Can’t wait to meet you!
I think those are the sweetest things. You are a clever one Karla.
Hi Karla; The bird cadge charms are adorable, and that much have been are really tiny brush.. have a great weekend.
Hugs;
Alaura
Loved those bird cage charms ‘before’ – and even more ‘after’! You are just so creative, Karla! Have a blast at Paper Cowgirls!
Jane-Jacksonville
maybe you can make some cute tags to tie onto the packets.
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