Oct 3, 2025

Make The Sweetest Tiny Shelf-Sitter Angels! (Miniature Ornament)


 Here is the link to my tutorial:  https://youtu.be/hzy1Ix2_lpQ

Materials Needed: 25mm Sunburst Beads (BeadTin.com OR Amazon) Angel Wings (Anywhere from 17mm to 22mm in width is fine.) 20 Gauge Artistic Wire 4mm Crystal Rondelle Spacer Bead 7mm Crystal Rondelle Spacer Bead 10mm AB Round, Faceted Acrylic Bead Tools I used:
Memory Wire Finishing Pliers https://www.amazon.com/Beadalon-BDA201-250-A-Memory-Wire/dp/B010E282WQ/
Flat Nose Pliers
Flush Cutters (for wire)
Eyeglass Cleaning Cloth (Dollar Tree, where the Sunglasses rack is located.)

Aug 15, 2025

Sweet Little Angel Earrings For Christmas!


You can find my YouTube tutorial on how to make these sweet little angel earrings at https://youtu.be/bnAT6MEZU-s

Materials I used to make the angel earrings:

*20 Gauge Gold Artistic Wire *12mm Plastic Sunburst Beads (Crystal clear) from BeadTin.com (BeadTin is also on Amazon.) *Angel Wing Beads (You can use 17mm to 22mm in width. Height doesn't matter.) *6mm White Glass Pearl *6mm Crystal Rondelle Spacer Beads (Alternatively, you can use 4mm if you prefer, but I used 6mm.) *6mm Gold Bell (Hobby Lobby, located where the Christmas jewelry making kiosk is.) *6mm Gold Jump Ring *Gold Ear Wires *Ear Nuts (Optional) *Tools I used:
Memory Wire Finishing Pliers https://www.amazon.com/Beadalon-BDA201-250-A-Memory-Wire/dp/B010E282WQ/
Flat Nose Pliers
Flush Cutters (for wire)
Eyeglass Cleaning Cloth (Dollar Tree, where the Sunglasses rack is located.)

Aug 14, 2025

Cute Snow-Lady Angel Ornament! Mini Salt & Pepper Shakers From D.T.!



You'll find my YouTube tutorial that shows how to make these cute little ornaments at  https://youtu.be/awodDmalHr8



Materials Needed To Make The Snow-Lady Angel Ornament:

*Miniature Acrylic Salt & Pepper Shakers (Package of 6 at the Dollar Tree.)
*Fake Irridescent Snow
*Snowman Heads (Wood Beads) I found mine on Amazon
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CNVW89KK
*FolkArt Multi-Surface Acrylic Paint (Baby Pink) to make "cheeks."
*White Glitter Craft Foam for the wings (Silly Winks brand from Hobby Lobby.)
*Light Blue Glitter Craft Foam (Silly Winks) to punch out a snowflake with a paper puncher. I added a flatback rhinestone to the middle of the snowflake. 
*9mm Jump Ring and a 6mm Jump Ring (Hobby Lobby)
*Snowflake Charm (I made my own from a strand of snowflake beads at Hobby Lobby, but you can purchase snowflake charms.)
*Heavy white cardstock (See tutorial for explanation)
*Flatback Rhinestone Heart (Dollar Tree)
*7mm White Pom-Pom for the middle of the halo (Hobby Lobby) 
*22 Gauge Wire & 6/0 Czech Glass Seed Beads in white and one other coordinating color. 14 beads in all for the crown. (Hobby Lobby)

Tools:

*Mini Detail Hot Glue Gun (I used mini Gorilla Glue hot glue sticks in mine.)
*Flat Nose Jewelry Making Pliers



Aug 11, 2025

Here are all my patterns in one place for you to print!

Print ALL my patterns for FREE! If you have any issues with the links opening for you, please email me at HappyBirdsGlitterNest@gmail.com and I can email the pattern to you.  

Christmas Tree (Small Embellishment Pattern) 
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yfImXQtuo2KQh2MkGtsTrfYog47-qVpu/view?usp=sharing

Small Tag Pattern
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mAjZIuGSOwrfOK7l8I7SNB5xM2adstFj/view?usp=sharing

Regular Size Tag Pattern (Also for the Christmas card ornament)
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B5v5DXp01SqdRlBBSS1EMFQ5VjA/view?usp=sharing&resourcekey=0-vSdvyYpU5eHUI1oLZmo5QQ

Extra Large Tag Pattern 

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1sdXYGLdvnVL-k9n0XUVrsX3ropVG1jXs/view?usp=sharing

Extra Large POCKET TAG Pattern
https://drive.google.com/file/d/10w5cy6uIEe8McXiFMqQsHmLUVZUpk-9X/view?usp=sharing

Super Sized Tag Pattern
https://drive.google.com/file/d/16IeRCnJObXsaxUzXtP4pLi5hE7L_8Vbw/view?usp=sharing


Super Duper Sized Tag Pattern

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1tLPub0GlqIHKGGThq7Prlg4OMYOqnh6w/view?usp=sharing

Coin Envelope Pattern For the Back Of "Pick Me Up" Tags

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1v_mt-WZ-R4xdDqo82eLIK8SFouJ0Nopu/view?usp=sharing

Fake Beadwork Flower Pattern

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1s94PGACR0OLebafs5Ns_DpaX-uSVx_Q_/view?usp=sharing

Flower Pattern For Felt Flower Pick-Me-Up Tag

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1s94PGACR0OLebafs5Ns_DpaX-uSVx_Q_/view?usp=sharing

Bow Embellishment Pattern

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1eMhh7NMr5zlttpOfxpy_k4pNg3tKQ4l3/view?usp=sharing

Cupcake Ornament Pattern

https://drive.google.com/file/d/11KxwlxR-WhoLKgwW4thD7Oh1wyoasxlx/view?usp=sharing

Angel Wing Ornament Pattern

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1n-y70FVtPk_fg-_zwJduP32YJt6Ar5If/view?usp=sharing

Birdhouse Ornament Pattern

https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B5v5DXp01SqdVDhtd0ZQZDNKQkk/view?usp=sharing&resourcekey=0-9P5HNkQavJ_t9nbLM27mEA

Heart Ornament Pattern

https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B5v5DXp01SqddVQ5blZaM095TUE/view?usp=sharing&resourcekey=0-N3wmZLWbMg_LtTT_pCYJKQ

Heart (Vintage-Primitive) Pattern
https://drive.google.com/file/d/19pe9wiZ3uRjUUYraV-7w7g76gZudCP7_/view?usp=sharing


Butterfly Ornament Pattern

https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B5v5DXp01SqdbmtOeGwyNmZtdVU/view?usp=sharing&resourcekey=0-wF_ok2ag8UQfV7wOoDH4vA

Dove Or Bird Ornament Pattern
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B5v5DXp01SqddEd6MGpPZGVENUU/view?usp=sharing&resourcekey=0-Dl4dd_JWeF9SeqyjiIUEZw

Retro Felt Angel Ornament Pattern

https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B5v5DXp01SqdRGhra0RLN0VDZTQ/view?usp=sharing&resourcekey=0-yTDWn6ZD5VM7WARZt2f3XQ

Tiny Tag Ornament Christmas Word Sentiments 

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1awVoh8WWEZDVg6rbcKPHKp74SOE_LHvE/view?usp=sharing

Flannel Bag Pattern

https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B5v5DXp01SqdYmRpYU5mbVJ1RGM/view?usp=sharing&resourcekey=0-lkz8q9DKK5wJNjGjvnHi2Q

Gingerbread House Ornament Pattern

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1s42w3xoxlzbY4NVt0CfSpiWsBFFxJ_5g/view?usp=sharing
Scottie Dog Ornament Pattern
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Owypd7NzeHzL99Y-ZMKNqfhrQcqFO9Tf/view?usp=sharing

Poinsettia Ornament Pattern-Large


Poinsettia Ornament Pattern-Small
https://drive.google.com/file/d/18PmbtNGJ-HiZlyqJQn81WsjLXftn-RHc/view?usp=sharing

Egg Shaped Base Pattern For Woodlands Ornament 
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zjNc-Njdze46uk46lNbbTQR6PPePSWaX/view?usp=sharing

Christmas Tree Ornament Pattern:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OmyqlxqZOMmAHokpVCq-W2YHJiBrjf7F/view?usp=sharing

Stocking Ornament Pattern
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ll2Wn_Q05XTgjk_YaXKYdFNI82ILKcV3/view?usp=sharing

Square Tag Ornament Pattern
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uLu8Mh7sln90tWEd3hXrkgVNWVE4e6zo/view?usp=sharing

Mitten Ornament Pattern
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1D9ZA6_oDDTGo5KcQ1foqO48Nc9EBfJYT/view?usp=sharing

Mini Candy Bar Holder For GUYS-Red Truck Sentiments & Christmas Tree Pattern
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FZ4fp9m7SQGVph7nutu7_wnqr8uenVyM/view?usp=sharing

Cross Ornament Pattern
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-iX6ZQg-dlxVmo8b8tk-G41BvV6k8XFa/view?usp=sharing

Mother's Day Button Card Saying
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qGs4P3w2t7dxkMX8H7ifvCx8FIgVclya/view?usp=sharing

Dec 21, 2024

Wrapping An Easy, Last-Minute Giant Candy Bar W/ Minimal Materials!

 

Such an easy and fun way to wrap a giant Hershey bar for Christmas! This particular wrapper works for anyone! Come see my YouTube tutorial at the following link:   https://youtu.be/G2uJn67OZOw


Materials Needed:

*Hershey Giant Candy Bar W/Almonds (7.37 Ounces) I found mine at Kroger for $3.00.
*Paper Shopping Bag OR paper lunch sack
*Money Cards (I purchased the "Joy" money cards from Dollar Tree. There are 8 in a pack. They also sell the long money cards at Dollar General. You get four in a pack.)
*Gold Glitter Tulle (3 Inch wide roll-Hobby Lobby)
*3/8 Inch Wide Ribbon (Or smaller)
*Beacon FabriTac (Walmart or Amazon)
*Scotch Double-Sided Tape (Dollar Tree)
*Paper Cutting Board

Dec 19, 2024

DIY~Super Easy & Lovely, Clear Acrylic Ornament!

 


Make this lovely acrylic ornament in no time at all! Makes a beautiful gift and it's so easy to put together. Check out my YouTube tutorial at the following link:   https://youtu.be/974rn9sgt-E


Materials Needed:

*Clear Acrylic Ornaments (3.5 Inch) Hobby Lobby sells them in packages of 10. You'll find them on the Christmas craft supply kiosks. 

*4mm Self-Adhesive Rhinestones-Paper Studio Brand (Hobby Lobby)*White Silly Winks Craft Foam (Hobby Lobby)

*3_D Christmas Stickers-Paper Studio (Hobby Lobby)


*Wired/Twisted Silver Cord (Christmas ribbon aisle at Hobby Lobby.)


*Elmers Clear Glue (for the snow)


Dec 17, 2024

Making Sweet Tiny Paper Angel Ornaments For Miniature Christmas Tree!

 

I hope you enjoy these sweet little miniature paper angels. They're so much fun to put together! Be sure to check out my YouTube video here: 

https://youtu.be/UjKPbeOm2uM


Materials Needed:


*1.5 Inch Scallop Edge Circle Punch
*Scrapbook Paper of your choice
*Beacon FabriTac Glue
*Embroidery Thread (5M) Found in Hobby Lobby where the embroidery floss is.
*Beading Needle (Any will do, but the size 7 is shorter. Found at Hobby Lobby next to the seed beads.)
*9mm Wooden Beads (Hobby Lobby-Where the boxed beads are hanging.)
*8mm Rhinestone Spacer Beads (Hobby Lobby has them hanging on a strand.)
*Ranger Stickles Glitter Glue (I buy mine on Amazon. I used "Gold" in this tutorial, but they have them in all colors.)



Dec 12, 2024

Adorable Acrylic Gingerbread Man Ornaments! So Easy!

 


Hi Everyone! I hope you enjoy these adorable little Gingerbread Man ornaments. They're so easy to put together and you can find the frosted acrylic bases at Hobby Lobby or Temu. They also have them on Amazon, but you'll pay more. Check out my YouTube video here:   https://youtu.be/z35BX4GUbpk


Materials Needed:


*Gingerbread Men Clip Art or Stickers - I bought mine from Etsy. The seller's name is "WonderArtistMini"

*Acrylic Ornament Bases (I used a frosted-3 Inch round) You can find these at Hobby Lobby, Temu, and more. I explain further in my video. 
*Peppermint Bows (Hobby Lobby in the seasonal department, where they have bakery boxes, cookie bags, etc.
*Red, White & Green Braid Trim (In the Christmas ribbon aisle.)
*Fake Candy Sprinkles (Temu)
*Stickles Glitter Glue (Diamond) (Amazon)
*Gold Beading Cord
*Adhesive Pop Dots (Dollar Tree)
*Beacon FabriTac


*I printed my images on the following paper, however, this is completely optional. 
Epson Presentation Paper-Matte (I printed my Gingerbread Men on this paper.)
https://www.amazon.com/Epson-S041062-Matte-Presentation-Sheets/dp/B00004TS2L/

Dec 10, 2024

Little Debbie Brownie Treat Holders! Making More Beautiful Embellishments W/ No Printer!


I made more Little Debbie Brownie Holders, using more beautiful embellishments. No printer needed! Check out my YouTube tutorial at the following link:    https://youtu.be/4hDfdB46-S4


Materials Needed:

*Silly Winks Fun Foam (White and coordinating colors of your choice)
*4-inch star frame (If you don't have a hand-crank die cutter, you can use these stars as templates. I purchased a nesting star die set at the link below.)
*Gift Tag Shapes (Hobby Lobby & other stores.)
*Self-Adhesive Holographic Star Sheets (I put the link below.)
*Christmas-themed Washi Tape
*Fake Peppermint Sprinkles (Temu) This is optional. 
*10mm Bells and 9mm Jump Rings (Hobby Lobby)
*Acrylic Holly Berry Stickers (To cover the hole at the top of the tags. Hobby Lobby carries them.)
*Glassine Bags 4 x 6.25 Inches (Hobby Lobby, Amazon, Temu, and more.)
*Beacon FabriTac (Walmart or Amazon)
*Super Glue Adhesive Foam Mounts (In the Hardware Dept. at the Dollar Tree.)

Nesting Star Frame Dies
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DNDYB7PT

Clear Holographic Stars Self-Adhesive Vinyl Sheets
36 Sheets - Size A4 (11.7 X 8.3 Inches)
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09CYJ9GCK



Dec 5, 2024

Gorgeous & EASY Cardinal Embellishments~Gift Card Envelopes, Little Debbie Snacks, Giant Candy Bars!

 

Make these beautiful AND easy large Christmas embellishments! I show you in my YouTube tutorial 3 inexpensive and different ways to use these when gift-giving! Come check out my tutorial here:  https://youtu.be/a6uf6B4D93Y


Materials Needed:

*Silly Winks Craft Foam (I buy mine from Hobby Lobby.)
*Cardinal Image or other image. I printed out my cardinal, using the wallet size. It printed out to he 2.5x2.5 inches. The image is free, however, you can tip the person who shared this. This is not a requirement. See the direct link below. 
*Bows (Hobby Lobby, Temu, etc.)
*Snowflakes (I made mine with a 1.5-inch snowflake punch, white fun foam and a large rhinestone.)
*Self-adhesive holographic star vinyl sheets (See link below)
*I printed the image on Epson Presentation Paper in "Matte." (See link below.)
*Clear, small rubber bands (Dollar Tree hair care section.)
*Beacon FabriTac (Walmart, Amazon, etc.)
*Mini Detail Hot Glue Gun 

Free Cardinal Image To Print. I shared the link below on PublicDomainPictures.net 
https://www.publicdomainpictures.net/en/view-image.php?image=544665&picture=christmas-winter-red-cardinal-art

Clear Holographic Stars Self-Adhesive Vinyl Sheets
36 Sheets - Size A4 (11.7 X 8.3 Inches)
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09CYJ9GCK

I printed my angel clip art on the following paper:
*Epson Presentation Paper-Matte
https://www.amazon.com/Epson-S041062-Matte-Presentation-Sheets/dp/B00004TS2L/

Dec 3, 2024

Making Lovely Angel Ornaments From Vinyl Stickers I Collected!

 


Enjoy these beautiful "shabby chic" angel ornaments! My collection of vinyl stickers from Temu has grown, so I decided to use some of them on my ornaments. You can find my full YouTube tutorial here:   https://youtu.be/COp4KojHzjQ


Materials Needed:

*2.5 Inch Circle Base (See video tutorial)
*Mixture of iridescent glitters of your choice
*German Glass Glitter (Optional) You can find it on Amazon. I provided a link below. 
*Silver Wire Twine or Cord (Hobby Lobby in the Christma ribbon isle.)
*Mermaid Table Runner With Sequins (Temu)
*Glue-On Earring Bails (Amazon, Ebay, Temu, Etc.) I gave one link below to show you what I use.
*Charm of your choice
*6mm Jump Ring (Hobby Lobby)
*Clear, Small Rubber Bands (Dollar Tree-Hair Care Section)
*Angel Stickers from Temu (Mine was called "Angel Descends-Spring Messenger." See the link below. 
*Beacon FabriTac
*Mini Detail Hot Glue Gun
*Turbo Tacky Glue (Or other white glue)

*Angel stickers from Temu. It's listed as "Spring Messenger."
https://www.temu.com/angel-descends--stickers-10-sheets-retro--design-pet-waterproof-material-laser-printed-glossy--single-use--seals-for-diy-crafts-journals-planners-g-601099562649871.html

*Glass Glitter
https://www.amazon.com/FLORACRAFT-CORPORATION-FloraCraft-3oz-Clear-Multicolor/dp/B001682AZI/

*Glue-On Earring Bails for charm
https://www.temu.com/100pcs-golden-silvery-oval--on-bail-earring-hooks-for--making-zinc-alloy-glass-tile-pendant-connectors-g-601099704264917.html