decoupaged holiday saucer
Our holiday decorations are still all tucked away. I can't imagine when we will have the time and space to get them out- maybe after Mo arrives home tomorrow, weather willing. We have enough decorations for our whole block I think, but it's always the ones we make each year that I love best.
This little saucer was in the drawer I keep for tiny trinkets that I am reluctant to really pack away. Looking at it now, I see that it is one of those easy crafts we all appreciate this time of year. I started with an old glass saucer and did the same thing I did here once before. The saucer is a beautiful demi-tasse size antique with ripples in the glass and tiny chips around the edges. No cups or finger bowls, but a stack of them at the thrift shop gave me lots of options. For this one, I trimmed out a copy of an old postcard. With Mod Podge I centered the image in the round of the saucer recess- on the back face-up. Then I just added a second round of gold tissue the same way- face-up on the back. When it was all pressed into place- wrinkles and all, I trimmed around the edges of the plate. I like the wrinkles, they add to the quirkiness and age of the whole thing. To make this into an ornament, twist a wire loop and tape it to the back with another paper layer or two decoupaged over the tape. A final layer of Mod Podge is a good idea as a final sealer. This kind of craft is perfect for children. Take those holiday artworks or their letters to Santa or a copy of their holiday photo and try this on a larger glass plate. Each year you can add to the collection and soon have a plate-rack full of memories. xoC
I just updated the shop to include noteflats with envelopes of 2 of my collages. The kits are nearly sold out-thank you!- trying to decide if I should make more. More on that later.
...and they would charge $50.00+ for your clever piece at the shops around here!
love.
Posted by: suzi finer | December 12, 2007 at 05:57 PM
Miss Charlotte, every time I pop into your blog I see one of your thrift store treasures and am instantly jealous of both your creative eye AND your thrift stores. We had a huge goodwill that I loved in Washington - and my little town has nothing close to that kind of thrift store. Which, when I think about it is very odd, considering the amount of junk I see piled on some of the porches around here...Hm, maybe that's the problem? I need to go treasure-hunting in people's yards...
Posted by: Crystal | December 12, 2007 at 07:44 PM
This has always been one of my favorites. My decoupaged plate, created by you, never gets put away either.
Posted by: Steve | December 12, 2007 at 09:36 PM
stunning - I'm inspired! it looks like a found antique. Cx
Posted by: caireen | December 13, 2007 at 06:26 AM
What a beautiful project. I also love the bird plate that is linked. Gosh, you are so good!!
Posted by: Stephanie Howell | December 13, 2007 at 07:44 AM
This is a wonderful project...now I know why I have been saving all those Christmas cards for years.
Thank you for the tutorial.
Posted by: Mo'a | December 13, 2007 at 01:21 PM
Hi Charlotte! I think I may have finally turned the corner, I hope I hope, and feel a bit less yucky today. WAHOO!
Your plate is so charming, now I'll have to keep my eye open for some glass plates to play with. & I see I have lots more news and fun stuff to catch up on and enjoy.
Happy Holidays to you and yours!
Posted by: Sally | December 13, 2007 at 03:31 PM
What a wonderful project! And your results are lovely. I am going to be on the lookout for glass plates now!
Posted by: Frivolitea | December 13, 2007 at 04:38 PM
Hi Charlotte! I love the picture of the angel collage. Any chance that will be a kit you sell?
Kerri Norrod
Posted by: Kerri N. | December 13, 2007 at 05:52 PM
Oh sheesh...another project I must try and another thing I must add to my thrifting list! This is just wonderful and with 5 grandkids...what a good "Mommy & Daddy Present" project this would be...
Thanks for being so generous with your ideas and talent!
Cassie
Posted by: Mockingbird Hill | December 13, 2007 at 07:24 PM
Charlotte, thanks for reminding me how much I used to love to decoupage plates. I love how you always bring out the good old basic crafts with a twist. What's better than your houses and card holder with cereal boxes and paper. Please keep them coming!
I just finished my new cottage kit, and LOVE it!!
Janey
Posted by: Janey | December 14, 2007 at 12:18 AM
Hi Miss Charlotte!
That is absolutely beautiful!
And I want you to know that I was just admiring again your special heart ornament that you sent me last year as it hangs on my tree! I truly cherish it!
Enjoy your girls and your time together as they return to your nest.. my little birdie is on her way home today.
xo,
Kim
Posted by: Daisy Cottage | December 14, 2007 at 02:46 PM
i love to do this to plates...never thought of doing it for Christmas tho...it is simply beautiful...i may give my holiday fudge in these this yeari hope this finds you well and warm this morning...blessings, rebecca
Posted by: Cre8Tiva | December 16, 2007 at 10:37 AM
Such a stunning idea, it does look lovely , thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Adla | December 17, 2007 at 06:33 AM
I love this project. Just beautiful. I'll have to try somethign like this in the new year.
Happy holidays!
Posted by: Lisa | December 22, 2007 at 06:24 AM
I'm in love with your decoupaged pieces! I'm having a visions of my tree, covered with these little plates, attached with vintage plate hangers...
Posted by: Deryn Mentock | December 28, 2007 at 10:50 AM