Andrea is asking us to show our crowns. And since I am a crown lover, just had to play along, even though I will be in DC and unable to participate in real time. So, I'm pre-posting this before I leave.
Funny, I never really thought of myself as a doll person, but I look around my studio and seem to have become a doll collector at some point…. Little figurines, statues, toys, all sorts of babies.
And I've always loved crowns, but just didn't realize how much till I went to my first Silver Bella. I think that my crown love was a hidden away secret till I joined a group where crown loving was accepted and common!
Tiaras and crowns were always something I enjoyed, but not really wore, or used much in every day life. Now, they are a big part of my life, and I seem to have an abundance of them. These that I am showing you are from a quick walk around my studio. My home itself is all royall-ed up too. Can you have enough of them?? Not as far as I am concerned.
Especially if they are hand crafted or vintage. This one is both., I made it from a vintage metal trim.
Working on this photo shoot for Romantic Country with my pal, Carol and seeing the darling crowns that she made, was right up my alley.
Carol taught me how she makes these little sparkling beauties from gutter guard wire. I wrote the article and included instructions from her on how they were assembled, then of course, HAD to make up a bunch myself!
This one is sporting a glittered dove.
And my sugared Twinkle figurine wears a crown that once was part of a vintage earring.
I'm not always lucky enough to find old jewelry that is crown shaped, but when I buy vintage pieces I always try to find bits that could be elements to form a crown, like this fairy's rhinestone bauble.
And of course, little cake topper ballerinas come with a crown already in place. I just enhance theirs a bit with a rhinestone or crystal.
You could almost call this fairy's crown more of a hat, than a crown. But in my mind, it is -of course- a crown!
Every fairy deserves a royal headpiece! Sugarwings loves them too. Although she calls them "corns".
I love the last crown the best!!!
Blessings,
Christine
Fabulous collection of crowns you have there, Karla. Sugarwings’ crown is by far the most special one, don’t you agree?
Very darling! Your crowns are unique and ever so delicately incrusted with just the right amount of glitter! Peace, Anita
lovely creations!
HaPpY ShOw-Me-YoUr-CrOwN DaY!
Karla, you have an amazing collection of crowns…the beaded one is just stunning!!! and i do love the wire ones that you made your very own self!!!
Hello,
Lovely crowns!
~ Gabriela ~
Great post and I am loving all of your crowns! The wires ones are awesome.
Oh such pretties!
What a place of magic! Blessings and Happy Crown Day! Blessings.
Your crowns are lovely- especially the one on your grand daughter’s head 🙂 Thanks for visiting Karla!!!
Sandy xoxo
What did Sugarwings say when she saw the crown you put in her photo?? Too cool! You have the BEST crowns!! I hope you are having a wonderful trip!
Blessings~LillySue
cool little sparkles there at the end!
that outdoor dining space was soooo dreamy.
i’d like to imagine myself sitting there for brunch.
your crowns were fantastic!
have a lovely day
chasity
I love all your little crowns! Esp. the 1st one. That crown is amazing. I like putting crowns on little doll heads too. It must be a blog thing. 🙂 xoxo, Joanna
Your crowns are so beautiful. I love them all. I hope you have a lovely day. Valarie
How adorable is your little Sugarwings!!! Love all the crowns but Sugarwings takes the cake!
LuLu~*
This is a “crowning glory!” Especially Miss Sugarwings!! Hope you are having a good time!
Sandy
Wow.. so many Crown!! How fun!
Renee
Wow oh wow – you sure are a crown person! I love that scene for Romantic Country! I want something that lovely in my backyard!
I know you are away and I hope you are having a fabulous time. Love this post. I have a slight thing for crowns;) That tablescape looks like heaven!
What a collection! Loved SugarWings and her “corn” *winks*
What beautiful crowns you have. The picture of Sugarwings in her sparkly crown is adorable. She is so cute!
Quite a collection Karla and I love them all! Of course I don’t have to tell you which my favorite is, so I won’t. Have a great time on your trip!
wonderful crowns Karla! I love that first beaded one the best. did you make it?
So many gorgeous crowns. Lots from both you and Carol
Alison
Loved seeing your crowns!!! THanks for sharing!
beeee u ti ful!!! i still have my tiara that you designed for me..in a new place in my NEW UPSTAIRS (out of the dank basement) studio!!! love the sparkly effect on sugarwings!!!
Your crowns are wonderful. I love the photo of sugarwings. She is just too cute.
Enjoy your getaway with your friends.
jean in Virginia
I had a wonderful show to observe. I like the wire crown-I will try making one. The sparkle crown on the little girl is a precious sight. Happy crown day.
Ooooooo, I love the wire crowns that you made.
I especially LOVE the draping on the chairs from the garden photo shoot.
And, oh, how cute is that twinkling crown on Sugarwing’s!
~elaine~
Karla, I love all of your crowns. And you have them displayed so beautifully.
I think my favorite is the blingee crown on Sugarwings…she looks royaly adorable!
Debi
This post was true eye candy, I am impressed… as I knew I would be when I saw your name on Andrea’s list! Could hardly wait to get here! You did not disappoint.
Wow!! YOu have so many crowns. Each one is sweeter than the next. Thanks for showing us your crowns even when your out of town.
Pearl crown will have to be a fave of mine 🙂 And fairy sugarwings certainly deserve one. Look how sparkly 🙂
Li
Such fun! I love the pearls, too — I remember Carol’s crowns. They’re very cool — and what inspiration pieces!
I don’t think I have ever seen “corns” as pretty as these! especially the blingee one SW has!!! TFS!!
xoxo, Tiffany
Karla your post is so very lovely! Thanks for playing with me! I knew you had some pretty corns! xo Andrea
HI KARLA,
I ENJOY READING ABOUT ALL THE WONDERFUL THINGS YOU MAKE AND YOUR SWEETIST
LITTLE ” SUGARWINGS ” and her “CORNS”,
BLESSINGS FROM TEXAS
JEANNE