Machine Sewn Ornaments DH found!

I mentioned in one of my earlier posts about my handmade ornaments. Well, My hubby found some wonderful machine sewn ornaments at a flea market. I think flea markets are some of the best places to find Holiday decor.When he saw them I immediately bought them. He did not pay much since they were three for a dollar. I was wishing I had followed my sisters' direction in high school and learned to use a sewing machine. You see my sisters took home economics in high school while I took band ( I can play several instruments including Tenor Saxophone, Clarinet and piano).

I can sew by hand and make Barbie doll clothes and other crafts. I remember when my older sister "D" taught me how to make my first doll outfit for my Barbie dolls. It wasn't perfect but it was mine and that was enough for me. Since then, my doll collection at one time grew to over 400 Barbie dolls. I started learning to customize my dolls with handmade clothing and painting their faces and adding eyelashes too. After having children, I put Barbie on the back burner and sold most of my collection except a few dolls I had from my childhood.
Okay, I started rambing didn't I? Back to the ornaments.. Again I did not make these ones pictured below but I wish I had. I think I am going to try and borrow my sister's sewing machine so I can learn how to make these. The train is my favorite even though you'd think I would have like more the doll in bed... My hubby likes the Lady's boot.

I think the person who made them did a great job. I would never take credit for something I did not make myself. I am hoping after the holidays to try and make my own patterns to make some like these. I have my treasures hanging on my tree proudly and thankful that someone so creative made these...

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Crystal Wreath made with Sunburst or Tri beads

Make a wonderful gift as a holiday pin or ornament this Holiday season!

Materials: Aluminum or Brass wireSunburst or Tri Beads of choice [any size will work]
Needle nose pliers
Ribbon bow



Directions:
The amount of beads will depend on the desired size. For this wreath, use 24 Sunburst beads.

1. Cut a piece of wire about 1 inch larger than the size you would like your wreath to be.

2. Feed your beads onto the wire. Using pliers twist the wire to secure the circle of beads. Using sunburst or tri-beads will help in forming a perfect circle as these beads lock into each other.

3. Cut away any excess wire and attach a small ribbon bow with either wire or hot glue.

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