6.27.2010

Star Firecrackers

One week until Independence Day... the countdown is on!!  I have been trying to finish up my patriotic crafts all weekend.  I actually created two sets of firecrackers, and here is the first set.  

I painted up my stars, sanded the edges, and embellished with ribbon and buttons.  I used a bit of distressing ink on the white star.

I have so much fun with craft wire!  I just love the spontaneity of its twisting and turning. Here is what I did:

Now these lovely stars are brightening up my mantel!





Stars are just so happy!!  I will be showing off my second set of firecrackers later on!
Enjoy your week, my friends!!

**If you haven't noticed, I am giving my blog a bit of a facelift!  Bear with me until I get it all finished! **



 SYS Thurs

16 comments:

  1. So cute! I love the ribbon and buttons!

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  2. Too cute!! I may have to make some!!

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  3. Those are soo cute!! Thanks for sharing Alison!

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  4. Love em!! Looks fabulous! Where did you get those stars? I like how they are flat on the bottom so you an put them on a surface. Or did you cut them out your self? Great job!

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  5. So cute! I love that blue/white ribbon with the bow :)

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  6. I love the rustic look! That sort of thing just warms my heart. These look fantastic! When are you coming over to make some for my house?? :)

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  7. I like them! Do you mind if I ask where you get your wood stars?

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  8. Super cute! Love it! Thanks for linking up to Mad Skills Monday!

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  9. Ok, I'm not a scrapper but I keep reading about distressing ink. Guess I have to get some. Is it that much better than just a dark paint? Or is it because it's easier to apply?

    Another great project! Stop by Thursday & link it up to Fab Finds for the Fourth, please?

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