I try to keep things simple but sometimes I just can’t resist another project. I couldn’t show you this one before the show so I’m glad I can show you now.
I suppose this post could be called How to Make a Moon – that is, if you ever find yourself in need of a custom made moon.
I began by drawing the shape of a crescent moon onto some thin cardboard – also known as chipboard. There was a middle pattern piece in there too but I failed to take a photo of it.
Then I put all the pieces together kind of like a three-dimensional puzzle – a very easy one with only three pieces!
Next I painted a base coat to seal
and prepare the surface for paint and texture.
Here’s the texture bit. You can use a whole host of things to add texture. I thought this would make some good moon craters.
I painted – and painted – and painted. In between coats I worked on a little angel bear. She’s very small at only 4 inches tall.
With the addition of a little bit of weight in the moon to keep it steady, the little teddy angel happily perches on the moon. I wanted to keep to the Christmas Carols theme of the show so I called this one “Angels We Have Heard on High”.
She’s still available but I haven’t yet put her on my website. I’ve so much to catch up on! Anyway, I’m sure if she should find a home, her new person will choose a fitting name for her.
what a beautiful angel and your moon is a perfect perch for her..all I can see is Peace that is what I would call her.
ReplyDeleteHi Debra,
DeleteThank you so much. That's a very good name for her!
~ginger
A lovely angel on the moon. Very adorable.
ReplyDeleteHi Val,
DeleteI am pleased you like her!
Thank you!
~ginger
She is lovely, you are so creative!
ReplyDeleteHi Wayne,
DeleteRight back at ya! Good luck at camp!
~ginger
Perfect idea with the moon, and love her wee hanging star too :o)
ReplyDeleteHi Katy,
DeleteAren't you sweet?! Thanks!
~ginger
She's such a cutie, and I *love* the moon you made.
ReplyDeleteHi Heather,
DeleteThank you very much! I am glad you like the moon!
~ginger
Your creativeness never ceases to amaze! She is gorgeous, perfect little angel bear.
ReplyDeleteAni
Hi Ani,
DeleteYou are so generous with your comment. Thank you and I am glad you like her.
~ginger
Just precious!
ReplyDeleteMama Bear
:)
DeleteThanks!
~ginger
I hope that darling Angel bear meets the man who eats Green cheese that lives in the moon. She is such a darling.
ReplyDeletehugs
Hi Kays Kids,
DeleteIt's nice to hear from you. I hope you are well. Now there's an idea - the man who eats Green cheese. Now I really should have been able to think of that myself!
Thank you!!!
~ginger
Hi Ginger and Sebastian
ReplyDeleteEvery morning when I get to work, the first thing I do is to check this blog. I love how you write about the things you are making and what Sebastian has been up to. I have been thinking and I reckon you should write a children's book about Sebastian - I think that would be just fabulous. The only problem I could see is "time" - you are sooo busy making things that writing time might be a problem. Maybe just something to think about. Take care both of you - Jo
Hi Jo,
DeleteWell, if that isn't something to make me smile, I just don't know what would do it! That is so very kind of you. I wonder if you have to have a cup of coffee before reading!
A little while back I did put together a short little story in book form and I enjoyed it but as you say, took loads of time.
Now Sebastian on the other hand would have no problem keeping me on task if the book was about him. I would hope if I ever did get a chance to write a story about him, it wouldn't go to his head...not to sure what the odds of that are.
I'll definitely keep it in mind - who knows? Maybe one day.
Thanks!
~ginger