A Little Elfin Pixie Fun . . . Do YOU Believe In The Magic of Christmas?

A little elfin pixie fun and some holiday day magic too

That's what this little guy would like to bring to you

Ornaments and holly surround his silly feet

Definitely one of happiest elfin fairies you'll ever meet

So join him as he celebrates the yule and Christmas Cheer

One of his most favorite and magical times of the year!

Believe in the magic of Christmas . . . it's a childhood delight

Spreading good tidings of love, peace, hope and a shining light!

The spirit of the holidays is definitely in the air and I couldn't resist sharing this little character that is full of colorful magic and fun! Hope he brings a little smile to your face and a twinkle of delight!

Watch for him soon in my Pop Art Minis Zazzle Store!

And if you're looking for some creative holiday fun that lasts all  year long come join us in a most magical place called The Hive !  Plus, don't miss out on your chance to get in on a chance to win one of the awesome goodies in the 12 Days Of Christmas Giveaway Going on right NOW!

Wishing you a very Merry Magical Elfin holiday season!

Star Light Star Bright I'd Love to Make Some Glittery Star Ornaments Tonight! DIY Fun!

I LOVE Glitter! I have blogged about this little addiction before and I just finished a simple "glittery" star project that was alot of shimmery fun! Sharing a HOW TO video that shows the step by step of the project . . . just in case you might want to add a little or a "lotta" sparkle to your garlands, wreaths or gift giving!

MATERIALS

• 12 White Tag board Stars (I purchased the stars at my local Michael's.  Already cut and ready to go)Paper Punch (for punching holes in the center top to run ribbon hangers through)
• Scissors
• Mod Podge or "make it yourself" glue and water mixture
• 1" foam brush
• Paper Plate or manila folder (to catch excess glitter and easy to pour unused glitter back into the bottle)
• 1 Bottle of Glitter - Any Color
• Berry Accents (I found the berries that I used at my local Target store in the holiday section)
• Ribbons - Your choice of colors and types...anything goes
• Glue Gun (for gluing ribbons)

Ready, Set . . . Sparkle! Shimmer! Shine!

I Went Back To The Drawing Board with a little "Let It Snow!"

It's been a while since I've taken the time and felt really inspired to work on a new Pop Art Mini design, but today was the day.  Motivated by a Pop Art Minis facebook Giveaway I'm putting together I decided that the theme would be "Let It Snow". . .  thanks to alot of input from my friends on facebook!  Inspired and ready to go I pulled out the oil pastels and the result . . .

a silly little snowman with a tip top, top hat, a perfect little panda-santa friend (sans the beard) and Milly the Mouse sitting happily on the brim of the top hat . . . a few candy canes, holly berries and snowflakes swirling in the background and wha-la . . . ready, set, "Let It Snow!"

A little video that shows the design from start to finish!

 

40 Days Till The Big Day! Creative Ways to Countdown to Christmas?

With only 40 days left till the big day I thought it would be fun to do a google search to find creative ways to share in the countdown to Christmas.  Those special little advent calendars that make the holidays so much fun and filled with anticipation.  Here's my top picks for the big Count Down . . . 40, 39, 38, 37 . . . you get the picture!

Cookie Sheet Advent Calendar

How clever is this?  Scrapbooking a cookie sheet in the form of a calendar makes the season a baker's delight!  check out the how do from this link!  Courtesy of Making Memories and the Creative Katie from California who is full of "scrappy" and amazing ides! LOVE IT!

Tin Can Calendar

Candy and a special message inside each little tin! Fun, colorful and definitely creative!

Thanks to Christy Nelson for this fun idea!

Pennant Fun

I love pennants and this idea is quick and easy and adds a festive touch to holiday decorating. 

Courtesy of Nini Makes  Be sure to check out the link...lots of fun crafting ideas here too and even a pattern for the pennant...which can be made out of so many materials from kraft paper to felt and everything in between!

Sweet Slippers

Adorable little slippers each with a numbered tag tucked inside hang on a clothesline announcing the Countdown event! Sooo sweet! Created by the Great Craft Disaster . . . which is not a disaster at all!

 

The Bucket List with a Twist

Colorful tin buckets tied off with festive and fun ribbons all hung on a line make this one idea I had to share!

Courtesy of All Things Wonderful . . . and it truly is!  Let the countdown begin with a colorful tin!  hehehe

A Tea Tree Countdown

Sweet . . . a different flavor everyday to take the stress of the season away! aaaahhhh . . . now that's a great way to countdown! Enjoy!  Courtesy of Bright and Blithe

The Envelope Please...

This is one envelope that will not go unnoticed! Created from color papers and lots of fun scrappy details then hung on a line perfect for the pickin'  Check out how to make this Advent Creation at Maya Road Design Team for a banner event at your home this year!

BINGO! This one's a Winner!

A distressed wooden Bingo Card inspired Advent Calendar is a winner for sure!  Check out the how to's from Shanty2Chic 

I think this might be just the card I was looking for to inspire my 2010 Advent Calendar!

Do you celebrate the countdown to the big day with an Advent Calendar? 

 Have you created an awesome Advent Countdown?

Please share a pic or link to your countdown creation!

Santa's Lil' Holly-Day Helper . . . Ho! Ho! Ho! Here We Go!

I know I said up next in the Pop Art Minis Calendar design line up was June, but the left side of my brain decided that it was going to skip ahead to December! So instead of a June Moon I ended up creating "Santa's Lil' Holly-Day Helper".  Santa can always use an extra hand or wing during the holly-day season and his little penguin friend decided to hitch a ride on his shoulder as they prepare for the big day! 

Ho! Ho! Ho! Here We Go

The Holly-days are drawing near.

It won't be long before we're singing Christmas Songs

And the big day will be here!

So grab a candy cane and stroll down the holly lane

With Santa and his lil' Holly Day penguin helper

Tip Top Fun . . . Frosty's Little Friend! New Holly Day Design!

As hot as it was outside today I can't believe I had an irresistable urge to "Think Snow" by kicking off my Pop Art Minis Holiday season designs with a bit of nostaglia and fun.  A tip top version of Frosty The Snowman featuring a little friend that just happened to hitch a ride in his "old top hat".  "Frosty and his cute as a button friend are jolly, happy guys and are perfect winter wonderland characters. 

Oh, and don't worry this is one snowman that won't be melting anytime soon!

 You can find him in the Pop Art Minis Zazzle Store too!

Cheers to more Holly Day Designs coming soon!