9th Annual DG Christmas Craft Workshop..general chat

No it's not time yet

We decided last year we'd like to do "Ms Snow Lady" light box..

I want to give heads up on things to look for' that way I can mail at a minimal cost the pattern and snowflakes

This way it gives you time to search for them and you will not have to rush out at the last minute ..

remember, no crafting experience required..

for those of you who can't find in your local $$$ store the scarf, mitts and hat I would include them in the package

Same goes for the block, if any cant find a block I can send one out..don't want anyone who wants to participate not be able to

So for now, if you are THINKING you might like to participate, keep your eyes open for:

YOU WILL NEED


. Glass block (has an opening) watch for a 40 % off coupon for Hobby Lobby
. string of battery operated lights (bought mine at Big Lots but they can be found almost in any craft
store)
. Mactac -optimal..sure makes it easy to get nice round face
. Toque,scarf and mitts - $$$ store
. White/black/orange/red/green (lt-med)



We've had some fun in years gone by, some of you may even have unfinished workshop pieces so this reminder, get them out and have fun with them.. .


The 1st workshop - Victorian Santa sleighs, gee they were beautiful and all enjoyed..many of their friends and relatives received homemade treasures that year..omg was that 2007??? Time flies...
http://davesgarden.com/community/forums/t/791311/

Our 2nd Annual 2008 DG Christmas Project Workshop doubled ... a Victorian Santa it would be, omg you can't imagine how wonderful these santa's Iturned out, bet over 100 were done in all, each and everyone different than the other. A great success!!
http://davesgarden.com/community/forums/t/923035/

Our 3rd. year we enjoyed several projects, all mostly Snowmen, I also included a kit to make iris folding Christmas cards..all enjoyed and I'm sure additional cards were made and sent out..
http://davesgarden.com/community/forums/t/1048304/

Our 4th. year all enjoyed snowman and trees on a base..even some grandchildren participated which made it even more endearing...
http://davesgarden.com/community/forums/t/1137473/

Our 5th year, 2011 Candleholder trio which did brighten up our lives...
http://davesgarden.com/community/forums/t/1229041/

6th. year. was a choice of Winter Skates or Snowman
http://davesgarden.com/community/forums/t/1286328/

7th year..standing snowman holding let it snow sign
http://davesgarden.com/community/forums/t/1376972/

8th year.... snowman floor mat

9th year-snowman /light box







This message was edited Sep 19, 2016 9:48 AM

This is the glass block you are looking for

EXCEPT the one you want to try to buy is 8" x 8"

Couldn't find a photo of the 8 larger one

This message was edited Aug 30, 2015 7:12 PM

I will be interested of course!

Here we go, the right size block
With the coupon it makes it an inexpensive project to give away, or keep. Lol

Add my name too.

OM and G!!

We will find this fun, ha and hehe lets go have fun!!!!

What have you in mond Betty?
Let's see................

OHWAH!
I would love to play...

yeppers what r we doin?

See first post, of the snowmen "ice" blocks with hats, scarfs & gloves.

me too betty!

Well it looks as though there may be some takers..

Liz knew you'd find me, you've not missed a workshop in 9 years..bet that Judy told you all about it

no actually I stumbled upon it lol

Lucky me 😉

I'm in but not Sean. He is a typical teen now and not interested in Grammy's crafts anymore... I hated for this day but knew it was coming/

Been there, do miss those days

Kathy has the kitchen towel swap open.
http://davesgarden.com/community/forums/t/1404639/

I was asked about the lights, these were bought at Big Lots, 2 in a box..I believe they offer more lighting than the strings you find at the $$$ store ..they are 2 in a pack for $8.00

Susie has a seed swap going. Check it out.

http://davesgarden.com/community/forums/t/1405444/#top

Thought I'd check in on you all, weeks are flying
Going to start a list that you might start getting

A friend gave me a few glass blocks, diamond design vs clear, not the best for this project but they were free so they will do

They did have a white substance painted on sides so put them in hot water, let them soak and worked to take it off..might have left it on except for the fact that it as dirty and scratched, think they were purchased at a restore.

I drilled them which if you get the ones from hobby lobby you will not have to

I bought mactac cut the circle to match the size, I had 2 different sizes. Mactac seemed to adhere and seal quite well so there would be no paint seepage

I gave a few sprays of Matt spray

What is mac tac, and what did you use to cut the holes?

You know the rolls that you get at the $$$ side, has sticky on one side..many use it to line shelves.

I cut out a square of mactac about 2" bigger than the block, centred a bowl that was the right size, traced it and cut the centre out with scissors

Like contact paper. How did you cut the glass?

Cut the glass?? I drilled hole for the lights with a diamond bit
You won't have to do that though as St already done for hobby lobby

This message was edited Sep 23, 2015 9:58 PM

Ok

Pit was you who bought one right? Check and see if it has an opening

I have not bought one yet, waiting to go to San Antonio, to get them at hobby lobby.

Ya, unless you already have a diamond bit, you do NOT want to buy one! Expensive.....

I'd send the glass block rather than that Pat but think everyone has a hobby lobby not to far from then so shouldn't be a proble.

Actually when you see one finished you will be sorry you didn't buy more

I am the one who has bought the block Betty. I got it at HL and it does have the hole. I have not gotten the lights yet.

Wonderful Barb, lights will be easy to find shortly..Ahhh 3 months from today will be Christmas Eve
How exciting is that. Lol

Oh Sheeeezzz Betty, you had to go and say that! LOL... I'm looking at my calendar with classes, MD appts, helping kids move and other obligations, and I'm already wondering how I'll get it all done!

Oh dear just 3 months? That is depressing.

No, still plenty of time to get all done

Only gives me 2 months to finish what I want to have done.

I think everyone is going to get an iou from me. I am making a few quilts for the girls, I guess 1 each could be held for Christmas. ...

I am working on wedding quilt for Kyle and Sam, NEED to do something for CJ. Need to do a baby quilt too.

Levi has put in his request for new quilt. I think he got a king size bed.

Don't know where I will find the time !!!

You're going to be busy.

Boy Thunder, they must think quilts grow on trees at your house!

Betty, didn't you do a tutorial on making the upside down wine glasses/candle holders? My DGD saw some and would like to try.

Is this the one Karen?

http://davesgarden.com/community/forums/t/1377351/

Yes thank you very much.

These are the ones she saw. Ideas for you too.