Monday, December 7, 2009

The Tooth Fairy cometh......

Gosh another week has come and gone - can you believe it?
We have had some unfortunate news about two members of our family this week s0 I haven't been up to making things.
This afternoon I realize I had to get going here or I will be late for Christmas and there is no way I want to disappoint others. Especially my Grandchildren; so I made a special gift for Brandon just from Grandma. I usually make each of our Grandchildren something by hand just from me - this year Brandon is getting a Tooth Fairy Box. As far as I know he has no loose teeth yet, but he is 6 and in Grade One so the time will soon be here for him I think :o)
The tin and 'What's In Your Tin #1' stamp set were purchased from Gina K. a year ago in preparation for this time......The stamp used is from 'Whiff of Joy' and is 'Mathew Lying' - as you see, I use only a portion of the image.The entire box was painted with Copics EXCEPT the wings which I coloured with Prismacolors. I used SU Dazzling Diamonds on the wings, Patina Stickles for the stars and a couple of flourishes. I also attached SWARTZ. Crystals with Crystal Lacquer to the odd star.
I was trying to make this a magical looking little box for the dream of the tooth fairy but I had to be careful not to make it feminine! I hope I did it 'just right'. You must leave a comment and let me know if I succeeded. I am disappointed with the star I made :o( I used Crystal Lacquer and I had added a Swartz. Crystal under his name - when I turned it over after it had dried I could see there is a small space around the crystal. I don't think Brandon will notice it - but I care because I was trying to make it so special......

Here are my pictures :








When I started my blog in June I was just begiinning to make cards on a regular basis and the blog was going to be a test for me to see if : 1 - I could keep it up and 2. It would be fun.
Well it has been fun but I have not made a lot of projects. I now have the odd store asking me to make cards for them once in a while; as well as a little place back in my home town that I made some cards for, and low and behold they have been selling.
So in 2010 my goal is to work more faithfully - almost like a job ( when life doesn't interfere! LOL ) and have a lot more for you to look at. I really hope I can succeed in this..........
Love to you all, Candy
Candy Mills



15 comments:

StampingScrapping.com said...

OH MY GOODNESS that is soooo
adorable. GREAT JOB and I
am sure it will get lots of use
Hugs
Cindy

Phebe Meeder said...

ahhh it looks magical to me

Jodie from Oz said...

Candy, This is just adorable. Thanks for sharing. Hugs Jodie from Oz

Sheri said...

I think it is absolutely PERFECT! What a special treasure for your little guy! I bet he passes it down to his babies! Have a wonderful holiday season Candy!! Big ((HUGS))

Sharon Caudle said...

Absolutely fabulous, Candy!! I love it! Beautiful!! hugs!

Anonymous said...

so cute! what a keepsake too! so fun to read your cards are selling! Merry Christmas to you and yours!
Pam Going Postal

Patricia Garcia said...

Wow this is so cute, sorry about your family members!!

Hugs,
Patricia

Glenda Mollet said...

Awesome Candy, what a lucky little boy!

coquine1635 said...

so cute i will make one for my son. It's perfect for a boy. Love your blog!
Suzie

Anonymous said...

Oh Candy, this is the cutest little keepsake! The design is just perfect.
Big hugs,
Deb

Quietfire said...

This is absolutely adorable! Too bad my guys were past losing teeth!! (Well they better *not* lose any more teeth....)

cabio's craft corner said...

Oh oh oh that is super cute Candy. Your grandchildren are going to love that fir sure.
Hugs,
Cabio

Nicole Bailey said...

Oy my this is just gorgeous Candy. :o) I love the image and your coloring is just fab!

Ruthie said...

I love the tin and I am so pleased that you are doing cards for sale. You are talented.

Denise said...

That is such a cute creation!!