A Vintage Spring Jar for my Swap partner!!!



Hi Dear Friends,


Today I wanted to share the
Vintage Spring Jar that I
made for Laurie my swap
partner.


The little bird house was an unpainted
little house that I had for awhile. I first
painted it with some acrylic cream paint,
which I had already used to paint the lid
with.

I used some garden themed paper I had to
then glue onto the little house.
the roof is made with some vintage
wall paper.




I used some moss to tuck in where
the flowers were on the lid.
I had bought a set of enameled
birds and used one for this little
house...isn't he cute!!


 The flowers around the jar were
wound with wire on a very small white
picket fence I had that I painted in cream.
I also used some glitter around the edge
of the lid.












Here are some items I tucked into the jar for
Laurie!! We were suppose to include at least
half the jar with vintage items. I had a vintage Hankie,
Buttons, Green velvet ribbon and trim...etc.


 I gave Laurie a cuff bracelet with a detachable crown pin.    
      I also made her a necklace with two sweet little girls in the picture.


Thank you Michele for hosting such a wonderful giveaway!!!

Hope you All have enjoyed seeing both Laurie's Spring Jar and mine!!!

Maybe you can try making one!! There are endless possibilities!!!


Love To All and to All a Great day!!!

Susan xxoo


                




 

Comments

  1. Las Creaciones de BoricuaApril 2, 2012 at 10:36 PM

    Very pretty!!!!!!!!

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    1. sjmcdowellApril 2, 2012 at 11:41 PM

      Thank you Hero!!

      Hope you are doing well!!

      Hugs and Smiles,

      Susan

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  2. CreateologyApril 2, 2012 at 11:00 PM

    Your altered jar is gorgeous and I adore the little bird house you included on the lid. I am always amazed at all the goodies you are able to fit into such a small venue. Blissful Inspirations...

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    1. sjmcdowellApril 2, 2012 at 11:43 PM

      Thank you so much for your compliments.

      I loved making this little jar so much! I wanted to make it wonderful for my swap partner!

      Hugs and Blessings,

      Susan

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  3. joanneApril 3, 2012 at 12:04 AM

    Oh, that is so very sweet. Your swap partner is one lucky gal!...;j

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  4. Tee April 3, 2012 at 2:00 AM

    This Is Gorgeous & Creative! Hugs,Tee

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  5. AnonymousApril 3, 2012 at 7:08 AM

    Love it .... So very Springy!!
    Have a Great Week!!
    Marilyn

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  6. NanaDianaApril 3, 2012 at 8:57 AM

    Just gorgeous. Your swap partner must be thrilled. You did a great job. xo Diana

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  7. pchickkiApril 3, 2012 at 2:36 PM

    What a lovely jar and with the Easter theme too. Special for sure :)

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  8. Michele's Treasures, Teacups, and Tumbling Rose CottageApril 3, 2012 at 9:04 PM

    How lovely! This WAS a fun swap, wasn't it? I just received mine today and will blog about it soon. Thanks for sharing. ; )
    ~Michele

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  9. Cindy AdkinsApril 4, 2012 at 12:20 AM

    Oh WOW, Susan, this is spectacular--I love it!!!! What an amazing creation!!!
    XO
    Cindy

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  10. Jenah MartinApril 4, 2012 at 6:31 PM

    Hi Susan,
    Just dropping in to tell you that I responded to your comment on my page...
    This is absolutely beautiful! You are very crafty and artistic my friend, it's lovely!
    Have a beautiful day,
    Jenah xo

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  11. JanApril 6, 2012 at 2:12 PM

    Lovely! What a great trade, you really went all out with this one! Your jar is so pretty, I'm sure your friend was thrilled with her gifts.
    I carry the little bird medallion you gifted me in my pocket lately and pull it out to look at frequently.

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