I thought I would share something a little different today. This is a video that I put together for Scrap n Art Magazine some time back and you may have seen me reaching for it in my other videos. I keep it right on my desk and it's super easy to make, I hope you enjoy.
Here we go with my first altered project video. It's a simple and fun project that I hope you can get some inspiration from. Thanks again to everyone for all the wonderful feedback on my YouTube channels, it's so wonderful to hear from you.
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So I was walking along the lake path and I came across this area that was swarming with critters! The trees were filled with birds and there were squirrels scurrying about everywhere. Then this woman holding a plastic bag walks up to the little picnic table at the base of tree and proceeds to cover it with birdseed!! She tells me she does this every couple of days! WHAT!!!! I know where to go for pictures of birds now!!
So I back up about 30 yards or so and wait until she walks away. And they came, lots and lots of birds!! First up, this stunning Blue Jay! I don't know what the smaller brown ones are.
Then came a two Cardinals. They are such a gorgeous bird, so brilliant with the red!! There are two males and one female there! How awesome is that!
Then came the squirrels and chased off all but these black birds which may be Grackles (if you zoom in you can see that their heads are actually blue), but eventually they flew off as well, leaving the food all to the squirrels.
MARIO THE CARDINAL WAS NOT IMPRESSED!!
"If only I could get a little bit closer.."
"If I tip toe quietly, perhaps Mr Squirrel won't see me sneaking up from the rear!"
closer, closer. closer...
"TRIUMPHANT! I'M THE KING OF THE WORLD!"
One last thing to share...how excited am I that the sun is finally heading back to the North Horizon!! This was my view as I drank my coffee this morning! This is going to be a great summer!!
That's it for today. Thank you for stopping in and for all the amazing comments. I read and appreciate every single one! If you have any questions, please let me know.
A super box and thanks for the beautiful nature photos, Pamellia.
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Such a pretty box Pamellia and so useful as well, it's nice when we can create things to use in our everyday crafting.
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What a sweet box Pamellia and yay for the return of the lighter days. It's bliss isn't it. Glad you are getting out again. Hugs xx
ReplyDeleteHow beautiful and useful your box is Pamelia
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Dr Sonia
I always love the journey into your world and those fabulous photos/
ReplyDeleteYour gorgeous creation is amazing and I intend to view your video tomorrow as it's after midnight here...xx {aNNie} .xx
What a sweet box! Such a beautiful place to keep your pins or any small items - love it! The small brown birds in your photos are sparrow - there are many many varieties (ie different markings on their feathers - I read that they are not indigenous to North America - they came from England on the boats (stow aways!) and there are no natural preditors so they are very abundant here! The other larger brown bird with your squirrels is a mourning dove.
ReplyDeleteFaboulas Box Pamellia. And so useful for pins or it could be a jewellery box aswell
ReplyDeleteFab photos..... Going to watch video next
Jules xx
A lovely, and very handy, box. Thanks for the video too! :-)
ReplyDeleteThose brown birds, they are sparrows. Wonderful photos!
Hi hun, wow love your box, will check out the video later, love the birds wow what stunning colours!!!! the brown birds look like our sparrows,
ReplyDeleteWe get beautiful kingfishers but not round here they stay more down south where it's usually warmer, think they know what there doing!!! lol
hugs Liz xx
Gorgeous this box Pamellia, I will take a look at your video tonight.
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Your little box is gorgeous Pamellia, and the bird photos are stunning...how lucky to arrive just as the lady was feeding them!
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Such a creative and very pretty project today, thank you for sharing. Wow, fabulous bird and squirrel photos...just love looking at your photos that you post. Those red cardinals are really quite spectacular.
ReplyDeleteLove your treasure chest and the photos are fab too. Hugs, Valerie
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful box! Great place for pins, jewelry and maybe even a stash of chocolate, lol!
ReplyDeleteLove it Pamellia!
Your pictures are so cool of the birds and squirrel~so glad you post them! It definitely feels like spring here the past few days.
Have a super day!
Sherrie K
Gorgeous altered box Pamellia, beautiful soft colors and fab video! Awesome pictures too!
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Oh wow, what a stunning box, Pamellia!! I absolutely love how you decorated it!! Yay a video!! The colors are gorgeous!! I'm off to watch!!
ReplyDeleteThe pictures are gorgeous!! I love taking pics of birds and I'm excited to snap some this spring with my new lens, but I'm going to have to be able to steady it first!! I'm thinking maybe those birds are sparrows? Not sure though. The sunrise looks so beautiful!! Have a great day!! Big hugs :)
Lisa
A Mermaid's Crafts
What a fabulous idea Pamellia...so beautifully done!! And what a bonus to have this beauty sitting on your desk!!! Have a great day Pamellia!
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Beth
Lovely little box! I would love to have it for my sewing stuff... And look at all those squirrels, so awesome!
ReplyDeleteI love your cute little box Pamellia..leaving craft behind, that is exactly what I need for tiny earrings..you know those ones that are too small to be just plonked in the jewel box..
ReplyDeleteThe little brown birds look like Sparrows..Awesome photos..
Luv CHRISSYxx
Pamellia, I am thoroughly enamored with every gorgeous inch of this project! I made the decorative pin holder a few months ago and planned on making one for me, but never did. Now I am thankful because I like this idea so much better (of course)! You've altered it so beautifully. I love the color palette... so refreshing and inspiring. The butterflies are gorgeous and I adore the trim work. There's nothing lovelier than pretty organization and you've mastered that with this project. Thank you for the inspiration, my dear friend. This is now on my "must make" list! I am eager to watch the video soon. Thank you for making it for us. :o)
ReplyDeleteOh! And I love your pictures! The sunrise is glorious and Mario makes my heart happy... hehe! He was determined. ;) You always fill my day with extra joy!
Hugs and blessings,
Karen
Stunning box and I have the video saved for later. Always great to see how you make things.
ReplyDeleteLove the photos with the birds we would never see here unless they were in a zoo
Love Chrissie xx
What a stunning make, so lovely. Adore the birdie photos and squirrels, they are fab x
ReplyDeleteLove your pictures of the wildlife and your surroundings. Gorgeous pin box, love the delicate papers and the way you created the cushion for the top. Very pretty. Tracy x
ReplyDeleteHi Pamellia your post today has brought some magic into my world not only do I see a stunning pin box but a wonderful array of photos. The box is so incredibly beautiful I love the colour and how you have embellished it, the photos are superb such a lovely lady to feed the birds, I get loads of Sparrows (the little brown birds) in my garden unfortunately we don't have Cardinals here but I do love to see pictures of them, the Squirrels are adorable, thank you for sharing so mush delight
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lorraine x
Such a pretty pin box Pamellia. Great photographs too xx
ReplyDeleteI just love your pin box, now that's my kind of crafting! Going over to watch the video but just had to say wow - Blue Jay, Cardinals - how wonderful. I have not heard of a Grackle before but he sure is beautiful! Great photos, as always! Hugs, Anne xx
ReplyDeleteI love your little box ( I will watch the video on a bigger screen) Your photos have made me smile too! How great to find such a great place (I bet you are already getting ready for walks with bird seed in your pocket leading a trail to your balcony - tee hee!) I have lots of sparrows that visit our feeders but I can only see the others in photos - Thank you for this fabulous treat! Hugs, Chrisx
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ReplyDeleteWow! What a wonderful way to store your pins. A beautiful box and would be great for someone who loves sewing too.
Lovely to see so many sparrows. They had been in decline over here but have been picking up in number again. We are lucky we have them visit our feeder every day with the blue tits, coal tits robins and blackbirds. Quite a tame mix compared to your cardinals and jays.
Best wishes.
Ang x
Beautiful box Pamellia,it's really handy to make useful things every now and then ;) those little brown birds are what we call house sparrows in the UK,sure wish we had the brightly coloured birds over here though
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Donna xxx
This is beautiful Pamellia, is there no limit to your talents - you are one very clever lady.
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A gorgeous altered box Pamellia. That box looks so useful. Great photos, you timed your walk well to get the birds and squirrels feeding at the table.
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Gorgeous box to store your pins Pamellia, love the video thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful birds, glorious colours among our sparrows.
Pam x
Wow so stunning Pamelia.Such a pretty design, the soft colours and lace are beautiful and I love the butterflies ;D
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What a pretty box, Pamellia! Thanks for sharing the photos of the critters--it's such a delight to look at them.
ReplyDeleteWonderful project Pamellia - love the soft and feminine colours on the box.
ReplyDeleteThose photos are fabulous - the small brown birds are sparrows :-). The bluejay's and cardinals we don't see here :-(.
Blessings
Maxine
HI Pamellia,
ReplyDeletethank you so much for that lovely video tutorial on your super pin box.
The pin box is an excellent design as usual, and the colours are stunning.
Superb photos of the birds, squirrels, and the sunset.
Not seen some of those close up before so thank you.
I used to love feeding the birds in my back garden, but we have a fishing lake just behind our garden fence, and feeding the birds used to attract the water rats, and one tried to come indoors in the summer when you have your door open so now I don't feed the poor birds as I don't want a rat indoors.
So you can see why I love your photos.
Lots of crafty love. Jenny L.
Hi Pamellia, a very lovely pin box.
ReplyDeleteGreat pics again i love birds ,i have moved house now and i so miss my Woodpecker he used to visit my tree and wake me up every morning.
Big Hugs
Elaine H X
How lucky are those pins! They have such a pretty home now...a different project from you. Hugs.
ReplyDeleteIt seems to me that I run out of time every day, faster than I can blink! Sorry for checking in late, but at least I am here now...I gave it a thumb up and enjoyed the video very much! Nicely done my dear!
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Samra
Paper Talk with Samra
Glorious pin box, Pamellia, and beautiful pictures! You have a wonderful array of wildlife near you! xxx
ReplyDeleteWhat an adorable pin box!!
ReplyDeletePamellia, I think you will have your own nature preserve before you know it! heehee Those creatures must adore you!
You are very special sweet Pamellia!
Jackie xoxo
What a fabulous post!! Amazing little pin box ... Can't believe that is not fabric! Wonderful video and terrific photos ... Thank you!
ReplyDeleteThat is the most amazing little pin box. Great design and thanks for the wonderful video. Great pics too. Love seeing those birds and squirrels. You have a beautiful sunrise to enjoy your first cup of coffee for the day! xx
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute little pin box, loving the soft colours and just extreme elegance of the piece!! Will watch the video this evening when Squidge is down xx
ReplyDeleteGorgeous piece Pamellia. Not just lovely but useful too. Happy crafty week, Angela xXx
ReplyDeleteSuch a BEAUTIFUL altered project! Those tiny butterflies and crocheted lace are adorable! Love your red bird, my fav. Hugs, Autumn
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely creation - so soft and light and sweet. Really precious. And so love your story telling and that your red bird persevered!!! So neat of the lady to leave the seeds just in time for you to get some super pictures for us!!! So fun. Glorious sunrise! XXj.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful, Pamellia! I love that you created a work of art that is stores goodies used in your crafting! Our bird feeders are always in use. It's a joy creating a safe habitat for The area's smaller birds. Hope you're having a great week! Hugs, de
ReplyDeleteYour pin box is so beautiful. I love the colors and the pretty lace. Thanks for sharing your pictures of you sweet little friends.
ReplyDeleteThis project is an EYECATCHER! So beautiful !
ReplyDeleteAnd I am thrilled about all this fantastic photos - amazing!
Thank you for sharing all this with us - and thank you for the how to video!
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Susi
Such a pretty box Pamellia! Love the soft color palette!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful transformation and love the step by step video-great pics and the little brown birds are sparrows
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I just saw that Carol told you they are common all garden sparrows lol! You are a very lucky lady - bluebirds! I have never seen them, not even in a photo until now, so thank you Pamellia, and then a Cardinal too - those I have seen photo's of but not seen IRL.
ReplyDeleteIt is so kind of you to share these with us Pamellia - I love nature photographs. You named them all too - awesome!
Your pin box is just so cute and so very clever, I would never have thought to do that. I need to get some stuffing and Decoupage glue soon lol!
I just posted my hanging and linked it up to some of the challenges that you are on the DT of. This is the hanging that you inspired my lovely friend. Yep you set me on an alternate course and I am loving the ride lol! Thank you lovely lady Karen xx
Well, I am behind and reading backwards.... but off to watch this video!! And LOVE your bird photos!! Glad that cardinal triumphed!! They are late feeders, so often (in my yard) get the last word and seed, lol! And wow, girl - thinking about summer already - I am still waiting for the temps and (light) snow to give it up already!! Beautiful pics and great inspiration all round - where do you get those beautiful hat pins?? xxx Lynn
ReplyDeleteAnother super video to watch and what a great idea crimping your paper to soften it, love how it now looks like fabric, beautiful project.
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How excited was I to see your altered box (I seem to have some sort of addiction for little boxes). I love those papers, they are so pretty, but I was so surprized that the top of the box was not fabric! I loved the video, very informative and great fun to watch.
ReplyDeleteLovely photographs of the birds, you have some fabulous looking birds - they are so colourful.
Dionne xx
Beautiful little box and what a wonderful transformation! I love what you did with the paper on the top. You make a great video--they always hold my attention and I love that you show just what you need to see. I've watched a few videos lately that I end up just turning off, because they are too long or show about 2 minutes of fussy cutting or something like that. My hats off to you for your production and editing skills, too! Sorry this is so late, but my computer died...yup! brand new laptop now with a second hard drive and it just froze right after I viewed your video. Now I am sharing again! Oh, boy! Big hugs to you!
ReplyDeleteOooooooooh, Pamellia, what a soft, delicate and feminine altered box! A glorious make and a fantastic video tutorial, my dear! I am always so inspired and I wish I could create something as beautiful as this is!
ReplyDeleteFabulous photos and that Cardinal is my favourite! I enjoyed reading your post, as always! Sorry, I am late but I was out of my town! Lots of love to you! Branka xxx
Love your gorgeous pin box...such a lovely design! Love your pictures too :) We don't see any Cardinals here (sigh), but the Blue Jays come to eat at our feeders. They like to let us know when the feeders are empty...they get increasingly noisy until they get fed. Hugs!
ReplyDeleteFun and function go hand in hand and this little box has plenty of both! I am off to see the video and thank you for making a video of this project! Scrap n Art sure is lucky to have you on their team. Fantabulous picture of the birdies and squirrels dearie! What a load of birds! That sweet lady with the food is awesome sauce! Hugz to you muffin! ~Doc
ReplyDeleteA fabulous little pin box. A brilliant idea with the paper crimper to make the top of the box, the paper looks like cotton fabric. Really pretty papers and the little butterflies are lovely details. I think I am going to have to give this a go. Sally.x.
ReplyDeleteLovely feminine pin box - so pretty... and your nature photos are fabulous as always.
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