Friday, December 13, 2013

Today is the reveal for the 3rd Annual Holiday Ornament Hop by our talented hostess Sally Russick of http://thestudiosublime.com/blog-2/. It is my first time in an ornament exchange. I have been making Christmas ornaments since the early 80's. I have embroidered, knit, beaded, painted, glued and framed ornaments. I thought that I would be too busy last year when I saw the sign-up's. When I looked at the hop ornaments that others had made I wished I would have joined in. I made sure to get in on the fun this year. Sally paired me with the one and only Lori Anderson of Bead Soup fame. She made me the most amazing ornament. The art bead is by Keysha Whitsel of https://www.etsy.com/shop/koyglass. Isn't it gorgeous?  Lori made a wire frame to showcase the awesome art bead and she embellished it with white pearls, aqua glass triangles, and rosy pink crystal bicones. The colors that she used are my favorites. When I opened my package it took my breath away. It is a one of a kind that I will treasure for the rest of my life. I am so lucky to have a Christmas ornament personalized for my by Lori. The picture that she sent is on top because she is a much better photographer than I am. The second photo I took and it includes the lovely rosy pink hand knitted scarf that she included in my package. I am so lucky.  Please got to http://www.prettythingsblog.com/to see the ornament that I made for her. If you want to see more great Christmas ornaments check out the link below http://thestudiosublime.com/blog-2/



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  1. That is an absolute stunner - love the art bead, but the addition of the beading wire and tiny beads and pearls is exceptional! I just love this!

    The ornament you made for Lori is drop dead gorgeous! You have talents so far beyond my realm - I am in awe of your work!

    Merry Christmas!

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    1. Thanx Patti, I agree that the art bead Lori chose is stunning. I feel so lucky to have this. I am glad that you like my ornament. I am in awe of your wire skills.

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  2. I'm so glad you liked it! I love making encrusted study (if that's the word)....the trick is to find just the right beads.

    Thank you again for your patience and kindness.

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  3. Hi Lori, I feel honored to have a Christmas ornament designed especially for my by you. I am so glad that you were my partner.

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  4. Hi Becky,
    How awesome that Lori Anderson was you swap partner in this blog hop. She has a real eye for color and that art bead that she chose for your ornament is gorgeous and she accented it just perfect with her choice of colors and style of frame. The extra gift of a hand knitted scarf is gorgeous.
    Therese

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    1. Hi Theresa, I agree that Lori was an awesome partner. Her ornament is stunning. I told her that pink and aqua were my favorite colors and she really got it perfect. The scarf even smells good. I am so lucky.

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  5. I'm with you, love this lady so much, and to have an ornament made by her is priceless! And a knitted piece! Her skills are tremendous; I just love seeing what she creates.

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    1. Yes I feel so lucky to have this ornament. Lori really touched my heart.

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  6. You received a gorgeous ornament and the scarf is wonderful too!

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    1. Thanx Sue, I am so thrilled with with ornament Lori made. The ornament will stay out all year.

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  7. Like you, I missed last year's hop and am so happy to participate this year.

    Lori's ornament is so beautiful! And especially with its colors, I could see displaying it year round.

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    1. I agree that Lori's ornament is beautiful. I am so glad that I took part this year and I will participate again.

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  8. The color palette is really fun, cheerful! That lamp work is a stunner!

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    1. When I opened my ornament it took my breath away. I will cherish it forever.

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  9. Becky, the ornament that Lori made for you is beautiful. The wonderful colors of the beads and that lampwork glass bead is stunning. I love how she sent it along with a scarf, how cozy.

    Thank you so much for participating in the swap, have a very Merry Christmas!!!

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    1. Hi Sally I just found a whole folder of unposted comments and yours is one of them. It meant really a lot to me to get this ornament from Lori. I was blown away that she took the time to crochet me a scarf when she was so ill. I will cherish this challenge for the rest of my life. Thank you so much for making this possible.

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  10. When I first looked at your ornament, I definitely saw "Lori's" creative style. The bright, cheerful colors that she enjoys creating with is definitely her signature style. Have a wonderful holiday season!

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    1. Yes this ornament is really Lori's style. I am so lucky to have it. I hope you have a wonderful holiday season also.

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  11. Lori's work is always so beautiful and well thought out. This is no exception. I love the bead Lori used and the colors are so amazing!

    I took a peek at the one you made as well, and wow ... you do amazing work .. the embroidery is fabulous!

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    1. I agree that Lori's work is wonderful. I love that art bead. I keep staring at it and marveling. Thanx for liking my ornament too.

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  12. Well I learned something new today...never heard of encrusted study...but if it is the bead..then it is awesome! Great work Lori!

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    1. I had not hear of encrusted study either. I am thrilled with awesome ornament. It means so much to me coming from Lori.

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  13. Lori's ornament is chock full of such lovely color- and I loved the one you sent her. This hop is such a treat for the eyes- Christie

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  14. I feel honored to have this lovely ornament from Lori. I am glad that you like the ornament I made too.Yes seeing all the ornament is indeed a treat for me.

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