Monday, November 22, 2010

Spicy Stars



What do you think these little star ornaments are made out of?



The shaker lid of a spice jar!! When we were making applesauce cinnamon ornaments, I noticed the star pattern on the shaker lid. I immediately checked the lids of the various spices in my cupboard (I've also checked out a few brands in the store ). The star shaped pattern in the shaker lid is common if not universal among spice shakers.


On the first lids we decorated, we didn't line the lids until after we threaded the star. Unfortunately, when we glued the back on we realized that the lids were more translucent than I first thought.


See the threads on the back? Aren't the blue and green colors of this star pretty? C made this one.


I lined subsequent stars with glittery craft foam then backed them with felt.



I will be sharing this at:



12 comments:

  1. What a fun little craft for kids. I had noticed the star pattern, but hadn't considered the possibilities. :)

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  2. Huh. I've never noticed that before! Very creative!

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  3. You seem to be able to extract beautiful from anything!

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  4. I've noticed the star pattern, but never DREAMED of doing anything about it!

    COOL!

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  5. Oh my gosh, Melissa! How did you think these up?! They're amazing! The blue/green one is particularly stunning. I am in awe of your talents, lady!

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  6. So clever! Love 'em.

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  7. Aha! Love this idea!!!

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  8. how cool is that Melissa! Good eye!!!

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  9. Wow, this is the coolest! I have been saving these and had not come up with anything. Brilliant, Melissa!

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  10. So clever, and very pretty!

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  11. Great idea! I'll have to starte saving mine when I run out of spices. I've never noticed before that they are so perfect for crafting!

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  12. You are so creative! I wish I could see the beauty in little things like that more often. You are very inspiring.

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