Tuesday, November 10, 2009

Handmade Christmas:: For the Photographer on my list

So if you're on my Christmas list, and three little people in Texas call you Uncle Jon, please stop reading.



This weekend I made these ornaments for my brother, who loves all things photog-related.

Here's a quick tutorial for you:

Felt+Embroidery Floss + Blanket Stitch = Cute Ornaments



Didn't get a photographer in the Christmas Gift Name Draw? My suggestion: search their hobby on etsy for ideas you can make yourself-or support other artisans and make it easy on yourself this year! I may do some of that, too!

What Handmade Christmas projects are you working on?


I'm linking this post to Kimba'sDIY Day & Kim's Get Your Craft On & Chris' I Can Make That! Party

31 comments:

  1. Kate @ The Gaines GangNovember 10, 2009 at 11:26 AM

    Oh, I love this idea. I was just looking for an ornament idea to create.

    Thanks so much or sharing!
    Kate

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  2. Delightful DwellingNovember 10, 2009 at 11:30 AM

    Those are so cute! Thanks for sharing!

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  3. The Activity MomNovember 10, 2009 at 11:53 AM

    THese turned out great!

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  4. CarrieNovember 10, 2009 at 11:59 AM

    Oh, those are adorable! They look so intricate. Did they take a long time?

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  5. RuthNovember 10, 2009 at 12:11 PM

    Those are so cute. Your brother will love them. What a great idea, too. Thanks for sharing.

    Ruth

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  6. AndréannNovember 10, 2009 at 12:30 PM

    super cute!!
    I'm drowned in felt myself this week.
    I saw a 3D felt camera on etsy too. There's trully awesome ideas there that you can easily hack!

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  7. AmyNovember 10, 2009 at 1:09 PM

    Those are so cute! Great job.
    Blessings,
    Amy

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  8. Braley MamaNovember 10, 2009 at 1:15 PM

    SO CUTE! WHAT A GREAT SISTER!

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  9. From the Old InkWellNovember 10, 2009 at 1:36 PM

    Very clever idea! Just as cute as a button!

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  10. futuregirlNovember 10, 2009 at 1:53 PM

    So cute! I love the heart Polaroid. :) Thanks for the link. xo!

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  11. Valencia Jones-EdwardsNovember 10, 2009 at 3:24 PM

    That is just too adorable!!! You rock hard...lol

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  12. Ann at eightacresofedenNovember 10, 2009 at 4:18 PM

    I think I might just use this idea for making felt ornaments with my children - I saw packs of felt at the craft store the other day for a very reasonable price. I could make some Australian/hobby themed ornaments - maybe surfboards! Not so sure they would quite right on my tree though!
    I have been crafting like crazy and my handmade cracker tutorial is already on my new blog for Christmas, handmade wreaths and themed garlands coming soon. The hot glue gun is having a real work out. The blog is called www.christmasateden.blogspot.com and there is a link at my main blog too.

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  13. UnknownNovember 10, 2009 at 4:31 PM

    Um...I LOVE THESE!! Great job!

    I have a mountain of handmades to finish! :)

    -throw for my mom
    -mini scrapbook/brag books for grandmas
    -super hero capes for the kids & my niece
    -taggy, loopy balls for various baby friends ;)
    -apron for SIL
    -photos to print off & frame for brother, great grands, grandmas etc
    -photo coasters???

    AND a few other things! :)

    Amy

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  14. Teri Lynne UnderwoodNovember 10, 2009 at 6:24 PM

    You are so cool. I wondered how you could ever do anything better for them than the matching iphone covers which I adored ... and then you come up with this ... I bow in the presence of brilliance!!

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  15. Jen L.November 10, 2009 at 6:35 PM

    Those are awesome! I think I might even be able to do that! I may have to make myself a little Empire State Building as an ode to NYC. Cute!!

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  16. Corinne CunninghamNovember 10, 2009 at 7:03 PM

    So cute!!

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  17. Ana DegenaarNovember 10, 2009 at 10:01 PM

    Those are lovely!!! can I add them to my next handmade-Christmas recommendation list? and... I wanted to let you know that I'm adding your blog to my link list, hope that's ok with you...

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  18. Mrs. BiancaNovember 11, 2009 at 8:44 AM

    Those are great! They remind me of the felt Christmas tree ornaments we would hand sew as a child. Thank you for reminding me about them!

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  19. LeanneNovember 11, 2009 at 10:52 AM

    Those are awesome. He's going to love them. Thanks for sharing. I'm having a giveaway this week if you'd like to stop by. It might be one less gift to make.

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  20. AnonymousNovember 11, 2009 at 2:26 PM

    Get out of here!! I just
    L-O-V-E these!!!!

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  21. Randi~Dukes and DuchessesNovember 11, 2009 at 9:03 PM

    Adorable ... I have to copy that camera. Thanks for sharing!

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  22. Ana DegenaarNovember 11, 2009 at 11:49 PM

    it's me again... I just wanted to let you know that I've given you an award http://barefooted-blessings.blogspot.com/ you can see more about the rules and the little image there. Can't wait to see more of your projects♥

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  23. teamshinNovember 17, 2009 at 7:46 AM

    i love the polaroid with the heart to commemorate their engagement/marriage! i can't wait to finally meet you this weekend!

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  24. BridgettNovember 17, 2009 at 9:39 AM

    That is insanely cute!! Thanks for the etsy idea too - i'm going to try that w/my secret sister in MOPS. :)

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  25. UnknownNovember 17, 2009 at 12:30 PM

    Oh very cute, just the thing for my photographer daughter! Thank you for sharing :)

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  26. DanielleNovember 17, 2009 at 7:30 PM

    I came from Miss Emily's... Personalized felt ornaments are a great idea! Yours look wonderful!

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  27. RebeccaNovember 17, 2009 at 9:54 PM

    being a "photo addict" as I like to call myself, I am TOTALLY into this gift!

    Wish you were MY friend! :-)

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  28. KristinaNovember 30, 2009 at 12:50 PM

    Super cute! Thanks for visiting my creative escape blog. As you saw, I am working on Christmas cards and today just posted a little gift pack I made. It's hard to find time with 2 little ones, I have to do it when they are sleeping! :-) Love your blog!

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  29. KirstyDecember 19, 2009 at 7:01 PM

    I just said outloud to my 6 month old," Oh my God, those are awesome." Love them. You are my crafting hero!

    Stalking now...

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  30. KurleeDecember 1, 2011 at 6:29 PM

    OMIGOSH uhMAYzing!!!!!!!

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  31. Mirys SegallaNovember 13, 2012 at 5:01 AM

    Beautiful!!! I wish I was your sister! LoL!

    I´ll post your pictures in my blog, to inspire others, but I´ll give you credit, ok?

    Kisses and blessings.
    And an inspired Christmas this year (2012)!!!
    Mirys
    www.diariodos3mosqueteiros.blogspot.com (from Brazil)

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