Before going to Florida, I whipped up a couple gifts to take along. I needed a hosting gift for my baby bro and his husband for having us stay with them, plus a Christmas gift for both of the guys.
This year, they lost their darling Tilly, who had been their baby for many years. They've adopted a new Bichon, named Belle, so I made up a Belle fairy box for them.
I covered a wooden box from the craft store in this vintage dictionary paper printed with butterflies (a gift from Mary) since the guys raise butterflies in their garden.
Its topped with a tiny Bichon figurine that I added wings to. She is nestled in moss by a couple of mushrooms I made from paper clay and a mini bottle brush tree.
The arch is a wire, bent over and poked through the top of the box, then twisted under the lid to stay in place. It was then covered in millinery, a sparkled branch cut from a garland, and a vintage bumble bee brooch.
Another box was covered in vintage paper and topped with a snowman head. I'd made a dozen of these heads up for Christmas Dinner Craft Hour at my home, but the night became so chaotic, that no one had a chance to sit and play with me. I guess I'll save the heads for next year.
But for now, I thought my little brother, Randy would enjoy one. His husband, Kevin gets a foofed tree.
Its fun to have gay brothers, they love the things I make more than anyone else!!
I go the idea for this little guy from my buddy, Dawn. She makes the BEST stuff!
I know I'm a bit late with Christmas goodies, but these guys decorate their home big time and will certainly get use out of both of these.
This tree is a gift for my pal, Angie. We didn't meet up before the holiday, but I can see her setting out this pink frothy tree for Valentine's too, can't you?
I'll take her to lunch too. Something to look forward to after getting back from our Grand Adventure to Disney! Planning a day out with a buddy will help with that after Christmas/post holiday let down.
While away on the trip, I'll be meeting up with Suzanne and Jenn. So, I made them a couple of Frozen Charlotte fairy brooches.
I just love these 1" little dolls! They are so dainty and sweet, they just HAVE to become fairies.
And this is not from me, its to me. From the talented Miss Sandy! What a nice surprise when Beth brought it over. Sandy sent one to each of us in a box to Beth. I chose this one because 5 is my lucky number. (my birthday is 5-5-58, and it would be even better if I was born 3 years earlier, but then, I'd be three years achey-er and tired-er)
My good friend, Kim, sent a Fairyopolis book for Sugarwings and me to share. Its got this great pop-up in the back, and we have really enjoyed exploring all the details.
Sugarwings also got a package filled with fairy friends to share with her baby sister and Pixie Pie.
They brought lots of giggles with them. Thanks, Marilou!
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Karla, I love the box. It's so whimsical! I've had gay men friends and used to work with quite a few. They have all been creative, and have an eye for design like no one else it seems, and they often create the loveliest environments to live in, so I know how much fun it is to have your brothers in your life.
I didn't know you could raise butterflies in your garden like that. That's so interesting. I imagine you'd have to live someplace warm year round.
Posted by: Lena | January 05, 2011 at 03:16 PM
I love your creations, Karla. I have a lot of male gay friends, and you're right, they get it! They usually have the most wonderful design sense.
How wonderful to raise butterflies! Now, that is magical, indeed.
xo
Claudia
Posted by: Claudia | January 05, 2011 at 05:06 PM
They are all beautiful Karla! That little fairy box is very special!
Posted by: JoAnne | January 05, 2011 at 05:48 PM
Everything is beautiful Karla,your brother sounds like my kinda guy...loves Bichons and frou frou oh yea! Bichons are so sweet and lovable they are a true joy to be around.They are a little high maintenance ...those curly coats keep you working...but worth every minute.UHH...can you tell I love my dogs...sorry for going off on a tangent...stopping now.(Hee Hee)
Posted by: Karen | January 05, 2011 at 06:14 PM
Pictures are too cute of Sugarwings Karla and all your other goodies you made and received are wonderful. My Granddaughter has the very same book that Kim sent, how fun is that! By the way now I know why I was meant to send you the box for your little fairy girls. Your birthday is 5/5/58, mine is 5/6/42. We are pretty close in date , well except for the last two. I'm just your age at heart! Hugs and have a wonderful trip, Marilou
Posted by: Lulus Lovlies | January 05, 2011 at 06:35 PM
Lovely gifts, they will be treasured, I am sure!
Have a wonderful time; I can relate to this post. I grew up with a neighborhood full of boys and a couple of tomboys. One guy liked everything I did, Thank God for him!
Posted by: Ellen | January 05, 2011 at 09:24 PM
I really love the pink tree and especially the snowman!! Hope you all had a wonderful Disney adventure.
Posted by: kana | January 05, 2011 at 11:50 PM
Karla, I love everything you made - your gifts are gorgeous! Hope you have a fabulous time with your dear brother and his husband. Don't forget to enjoy that Florida sunshine while you're there.
Posted by: Zita - Mlle Magpie | January 06, 2011 at 08:14 AM
I love the box you made for your brother, Karla! It is so beautiful and obviously is made just for them with the details you added. Love, love the snowman head box! How wonderful. You should make them up and put them in your etsy ~ snowmen are good for the whole winter as far as I'm concerned!
Posted by: Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions | January 06, 2011 at 12:44 PM
Karla,
so many wonderfull things--
Love the gifts for your brother and his husbond,- and truly yes-gayes,do understand our creating :)
The pink tree is fantastic, too-and so are the photoes of your sweet little girl.
Hugs,Dorthe
Posted by: Dorthe | January 06, 2011 at 01:52 PM
What GREAT hostess gifts, Karla. You can come stay with me anytime! (With -- or without -- hostess gift, so long as you bring that wonderful energy that radiates from you!)
The snowman head box -- THE BEST!
Posted by: jeanie | January 08, 2011 at 10:53 AM