Crowning Glories

This has been a good weekend for "crowning around".  Miss Sugarwings spent a big chunk of the weekend here with me and the crowns are a good project to do in the little spurts of time I have between bouts of chasing her. this crown is sold

This poor little cherub lost its arms when it got knocked over onto the cement, and I have had them buried in the gravel, reaching up to the air like zombies trying to come up out of the earth. The spot I put them in was by Ryan's front door, since he is a big zombie fan, just like his mom.

And not for Halloween, I did this last Spring.

But this week, Sugarwings found the arms, and spent a good deal of time trying to re-attach them too the "ouchy baby" as she called her. 

A good sized pile of crowns got done, but honestly, it isn't much, and these aren't even for Silver Bella. I had big plans to lock myself into the studio and not come out, since my husband is out of town.

Instead, I got slightly sidetracked by my fairy grand baby and we ended up working in the garden together and playing play dough, and making up songs.  the two crowns on the bottom, back right are sold, thanks

Carol's crown design is such a fantastic idea, I can't get enough of them.  I'm putting my own spin on them and making them in my colors and style too.

Remember,  as part of "Karla and Carol's Romantic Country Celebration Giveaway" you  can win a kit to make your own. Go to Carol's blog and tell her how much you like them! I'll chose someone from her comments on the first.

And you can still win my Sweet September Prize Pack by commenting.

Plus I have two ways you can win a pumpkin topped bottle. If you are an 08 Bella, let me know, because one will be going to a Silver Bella attendee, and another will go to another reader.

Aren't presents fun?

 

Earlier this week, before the little fairy baby came over to distract me with that dimply grin of hers, I painted this dove bottle and decorated it.

Did I say that Carol's screen crowns were addictive? So was her bottle topped sculpy idea!  Maybe it is all the hours I have spent with Sugarwing 's play dough that got me in the mood, because I am sure in love with sculpy! the dove is sold, thanks!

And if you are wondering what I do with all of the old wallpaper and vintage flowers I buy, here is a tiny little dent into my collection.

I've been scooping up old boxes all Summer at garage sales and this week, got a few decorated.

This one had the most beautiful knobs on the drawers, that I simply had to save it.

It has been painted silver and distressed, then the front of the drawers and the insides were covered in coordinating old wallpapers.

These roses were so pretty, they inspired the redo of this box. I made a corsage, and glued it down, along with vintage ribbons and an old pink buckle.

The inside is simply covered in old wallpaper, then trimmed with narrow, velvet ribbon.

And the smashier the better for me with old roses! I love to see them show their age. (maybe because I show mine?)

This wooden box was painted pink, and the top was covered in flocked wallpaper, then the edges inked to age it.

Inside, is more wallpaper, and some hand dyed velvet, left over from a chair I recovered for Sugarwing's nursery.

I trimmed it out in old lace and buttons.

I've got a stack of boxes done, and more in the works, that I will be taking to Silver Bella.  I plan on packing other things to sell inside of them, and using them as part of the display.

So even if they don't sell, they will be handy to have to show off other things.

Today, I will try to list some of the crowns on Etsy.

But I am hosting a brunch  tomorrow, and Sugarwings is spending the night, so who knows if I'll get anything done or not....

Comments

[Jingle]

I love the boxes!!!

[michelle]

Oh it is all so beautiful! Love the boxes and the crowns and the bottles! So jealous of the bella girls! Have fun with sugarwings!

[Lorrie]

I love what you've done with the vintage wallpaper - such a great idea! Boxes of all shapes and sizes are tucked into corners of my house. I love them for themselves and also for the way they help me organize all the crafting stuff I own.

Lorrie

[Ele at A bit of Pink Heaven]

So cute...the ouchy baby. Children are so precious. The boxes are scrumptious. I love the mix of simple materials with over the top pretties. It's such an interesting look.

[Judy Rawnsley]

Your cherub story was SO funny. I had a similar problem I must share. My husband was moving around large pieces of lumber and just like in a 3 Stooges movie, turned quickly with a 2 x 10 and decapitated one of my stone angels. I was between tears and laughing hysterically. The head must of flown 10 feet! Then she ended up behind the garage with the rest of the restoration rubble until I remembered those are stylish now!! Meantime, the head would show up occasionally......once in the center of the dining room table, once in the passenger seat of my car. He is one sick man.
judy

[cassie]

I love the pink box, so very pretty. I always have a weakness for pink!

[Amy of Bunny Rose Cottage]

Your going to kill me with those crowns Karla!!!!!!!! I am going to fly down and spend some time with you so you can teach me a few things and show me how to shop!! LOL!

I love Sugarwings, she is such a doll! :) Please give her a big hug for me.

Love ya,
Amy

[malphikits]

Lovely blog to scroll through!
Susannah x

[jeanie]

Princess Twinkle! Love it! Finally found the Romantic mag this weekend and thoroughly enjoyed your article with Carol (and will be popping by her blog to tell her so!). Like the shimmery pumpkins and glad to see the crowns are making their way on lots of lovely pieces!

[GAIL]

I love the crowns, it makes me want to get all my stuff out and get creative! Twinkle looks adorable in her crown, sitting on her throne!

[Bobbi]

Hey Karla! I was not so much into the crowns until I saw the eensie ones, now I'm sold too...and Twinks was born to wear one! But you had me all along with the sculpy stuff, I got mine out, and one question...what kind of glue do you use in your boxes? I know I am always asking you dumb stuff, but I've got nobody, I mean NOBODY to bounce crafting ideas around with. And I may be using Pa. Dutch grammar again, sorry! Your Friend, Bobbi

[phyllis]

Maybe I need to keep a baby girl to get more done like you! Unreal girl! You are some kind of magic person.
I passed up a pink glove box for only $1 because I couldn't see it's potential. Ouch!
LOL on the broken arms...

[Teresa]

Every girl needs a crown!

[Jean Eakin]

Karla, while you are doing up bottles, could you please bottle me up some of your energy and creativity. I have to go take a rest everytime I read your blog with all you do. You are smart to spend as much time with Sugarwings as you can, because they grow up too quickly. The small pumpkins with the crowns are so adorable. I love them. Well you have a wonderful day.
Jean in Virginia

[Nerissa]

First I couldn't stop drooling over the crowns. Then those glorious boxes. I'm having a happy Monday now. Thanks:)
You always sound like you have so much fun with the little fairy!
Have a good week
Nerissa

[Heather~ Pretty Petals]

Love these gorgeous crowns Karla!! Lovin these new boxes too... what a sweet idea for Silver Bella! I have been busy trying to get a few things ready too... it will be here before we know it!

xox Heather

[Debra]

Karla, I love the long posts with lots of pictures. Everything is just beautiful. Especially Sugarwings and Twinks.

Love the boxes. My Mom and I both have box fetishes. We love a good box and cannnot pass them up. I will have to give the altering a try.I have a glove box just waiting for a "Karla" touch.

[Unabashed Repetition]

FABULOUS! Of course :) You have the best stash of flowers and jewels, you know?!?

[Laura Ingalls Gunn]

When blessings were being handed out I think that someone got in the creative talent line twice. :)

[darla]

Whenever I need a dose of romantic, pretty, or happy I stop by here. You never let me down. The crowns are beautiful and the boxes delight me because I have a special love for beautiful but useful.

Darla

[Cheryl]

Karla,
I always love browsing all your pretties you share on your blog....the crowns are lovely and I hope to take one of your lovely quilted boxes home with me from Silver Bella!
See you in about 5 weeks!
XOXO
Cheryl

[Rachael]

Precious Twinkle! Rachaelxo

[Beverly]

Karla, I am in love with all of the boxes. Ooh, so pretty.

And, I especially love your royal model in the last picture. ;-)

[Cami @ Heart-Shaped Rock Cottage]

Your pup in the crown: MY FAVORITE PIC! Awwww... So cute. Your gbfairy will remember playing playdough w/ you all her life. There isn't anything you could do better w/ your time. Hugs K!

[Susan M Hickam]

Ouchy Baby! How sweet is that! Mabey Sugarwings will grow up to be a pediatric surgeon. As always love all your creative endevors. Happy Blue Monday Karla(I mentioned you today on my blog)

[Amanda Willey]

How much is that doggie in the picture, the one with the beautiful crown? I can tell you are having fun! Beautiful stuff! I can't wait to see your things at Silverbella!

[Tammy]

Oh my goodness your Yorkie is adorable! Toooo Cute! I have a maltese named Chance and he is my shadow. I just love him! He is so spoiled rotten. He has a doggie bed in my bedroom by my nightstand, in the living room by the sofa and in my workroom near my feet. Right now he is curled up on the chair and a half here by me in the guest room. lol

Anyway, I am so glad you found my blog and stopped by. I am adding your page to my faves so I can come visit you. Your blog is full of such pretty things. How inspiring.
Tammy ;D

[Damaris]

Delish, delish, delish!!!!!!! So many pretties..so little time..he,hee,hee. Can I just run around giving away those crowns to all the lovely people and animals? If only we could spread joy like that...hey, it's nice thought. Thanks for spreading some happy cheer.
HUGS!!!

[Susan M Hickam]

Karla if I wasn't already in awe of your artistic talent I would be now knowing you have jumped a mile on your pogo stick at the tender age of 6. Having had several magazine articles under your belt I think you qualify as a celebrity to admire. Happy Blue Monday again.

[Laurie S.]

All Hail the Dorkie Princess!! What an adorable photo of your sweet doggy!

Laurie S.

[Melissa Burford]

How wonderful! I haven't been able to get online too much this past month so I have a lot to catch up on with your blog and this is a wonderful start. Great things!!!

[Fleur de Bee]

Yummy post!! Love the boxes and especially your crowns!

[Cristina]

I am quite obsessed with crowns and tiaras...these are jaw dropping beautiful! I love reading about your relationship with Sugarwings. She must just view you as a fairy queen who makes all things beautiful. Makes me think two things...I sure miss my abuelita (grandma) and I'm so glad I add daily "magic" into my three sweetpea's lives.
xoxo
cs

[karen]

I love the dove bottle, it is beautiful!
And those crowns are darling! I can't believe how much you have been making...you are a little art-making machine!
karen...

[Carrie West]

Oh my goodness, too cute! I LOVE the crowns and the little pumpkins!!!!

The little doggie is such a cutie pie!!!!~

[Kerri Norrod.]

So many beautiful things! I love the pink box and the pumpkins!

[britt-sparkledvintagecharm]

gorgeous post Karla!! LOVE all the crowns!! I hope you have a super fantastic day!!! hugs!!
xo Britt :-)

[tiffany~shabby scraps]

Karla, these crowns are FAB U LOUS!!!! thanks for sharing!xoxo, Tiffany

[Shanae]

You find the COOLEST STUFF!!! The boxes are so pretty and I am seriously in love with the crowns. They are adorable!

[Jana Perenchio]

LOVE the crowns & I have a Yorkie who looks just like your's!!! Her name is JazzyBelle.

[Elaine L.]

Karla, I wanted to let you know that I received my bottle with the crow top and I love it! I'm going to use it in my Halloween display. My husband liked it, too!

~elaine~

[Alice W.]

Love your crowns and creations! And the "ouchie babies" too cute! Those pumpkins are adorable as is your little Yorkie...I want one so bad but my, Renoir, won't have it...he prefers the only "child" life...hehe!

[Nancy ~ Fete et Fleur]

Everything is BEAUTIFUL!

Nancy

[Diane]

Karla, Such beautiful creations I love the Boxes, and your pup is so cute!
Hugs, Diane

[Dawn]

Karla, your posts are such eye candy!!!! I love the crowns, they look wonderful on anything don't they? And the smushed roses are so very gorgeous!! My "new" dropcloth curtains do have seams, but I don't care :) I'm about to post photos of them this morning and you'll be able to see the seams...hope you have a wonderfully creative day!! xxoo, Dawn