Recently on a cross stitch site, I saw an adorable set of ornaments using wooden spools. Well, I have a ton of wooden spools lying around since I use them for my parrots to chew on. I decided to steal some spools from the "parrot" stash and put a little twist on the idea I saw. Here are the ornaments I created out of the spools:
Papers: Memory Box Yuletide
Stamp Ink: Archival Ink jet black
Stampd: Memory Box We Wish B1808, Memory Box Mama & Baby C1736
Embellishments: Memory Box cherry red jewels and mint pearls, Stickles Christmas Red, Glossy Accents, misc. ribbon
They are very easy to make and the paper measurements will vary depending on the size spool you use. Let's look at how I created them.
1. Cut paper to fit spool. I needed strips that were 2 1/4" long. The width can vary depending on how many papers you are going to use.
2. Stamp the spool with a small sentiment stamp for fun. I used Archival Ink and the Memory Box We Wish stamp {B1808} on one of the spools.
3. Add pearls, ribbons, Stickles, etc. to decorate. I chose to decorate one with the Memory Box Mama & Baby stamp {C1736}. I cut the bird out, added Glossy Accents, and adhered with a Glue Dot Pop Dot.
4. Add a ribbon hanger to finish. I used 10" of grosgrain ribbon. I tied a knot and glued inside the spool itself.
These would be super easy to make for stocking stuffers, gifts for teachers, neighbors, etc. Enjoy, and thanks for stopping by!
Oh, my word!! What a wonderful idea! You have just made a little craft Christmas exchange I have with a few ladies - super, super cute! I will direct them to where this idea came from!
Posted by: Joy Hadden | 09/05/2011 at 02:41 PM
These are so cute. Did you use the Glossy Accents as your adhesive for the ribbon too?
Thanks for sharing.
Posted by: Dorothy C. | 09/06/2011 at 03:31 PM
Yes, Dorothy, I did use Glossy Accents for my adhesive too (paper, ribbon, everything). Hope that helps, and glad you like them. :)
Posted by: Patter Cross | 09/06/2011 at 04:21 PM
I love these!! I was wondering how you did the poinsettia on the top of the one on the left?
Posted by: Carmen Haldane | 11/22/2011 at 07:39 AM
Beautiful!!! You truly have an eye for colour.
Posted by: Red Wing 875 | 12/31/2011 at 07:25 AM
I absolutely loved the spool ornaments. What a wonderful idea. Can't wait to try it.
Posted by: Marjorie | 01/16/2012 at 04:41 PM
I just came across this idea, and couldn't be more pleased!!! I just have one question. If one doesn't sew, nor have parrots, where would one find these awesome spools? Thanks so much!!!
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