Friday, December 11, 2009

~Happy Pink Saturday~

This week we were asked to tell you about our favorite Christmas Decoration by our wonderful  hostess Beverly.

Many years ago, I was very much into Ceramics, I made so many things, I just loved it. But the best thing about it was spending time with my Mom.  I was a new mom and commuting an hour or more to work everyday with my first little guy . It was so exhausting that I started staying with my parents once a week just so I could get some much needed sleep, They lived less than 5 minutes from my job. My hubby communted in the opposite direction , so we didnt see much of each other until the weekends.  On that one night after work my mom and I would go to a ceramic class, while grandpa watched my little guy.  I soaked up that class as much as I could. This went on for about 5 years.  During that time I graduated to making ceramic dolls, animals with cloth doll bodies,etc.  My teacher always challenged me, because she just wanted to see what I would do with it. One of my challenges was Santa claus. I couldnt wait to get started. pouring, cleaning,painting , firing,(praying it didnt break in firing) , glaze and one more firing. Oh ,,he made it. Then she gave me a pattern to make a cloth body. Then i started on the MRS. , She made it through all the firings too. NOW what...I had to make clothes???!! Yikes..

After a couple weeks of deciding on how I was going to clothe my treasures, I dug out my sons first christmas outfit, a little santa jammie with a hat. It fit perfect, only adjustment, cutting off the feet and altering the hat to fit the little santa head,  The dress for the Mrs!! No problem. Alot of love went into this sweet little couple, and I found a use for my #1 son's outfit. Mrs claus is wearing a locket with his picture in it, wearing that outfit. The little mouse was made by my mom at the same time. Every Year They are the first things unpacked, Always praying that they didnt get damaged putting them away every year, Always brings a smile to my face as I carefully remove them from their yearly naps. Always sad to see them tucked away for another year.
Thank you for coming by and sharing with me, I hope you all have a safe and Merry Christmas!!

14 comments:

CC said...

Ooo, they're just wonderful and I loved your story. That little mouse is a sweetie as well. Happy Pinks and have a great weekend.

Country Wings in Phoenix said...

Hi Sweetie...
Happy Pink Saturday and I so love this story. What beautiful dolls of love that you have. I imagine you do look forward to unpacking these precious dolls, and pray that each time they are still in the wonderful condition you left them in.

I love it, Mr and Mrs and the little Mouse makes three. So peaceful looking. I just adore them sitting there, just like a real family would.

Please stop by and say hi. I love to have you visit. Country hugs sweetie...Sherry

The Quintessential Magpie said...

Those are SO sweet as is your story. I can't believe you and your mom made these sweet things! They really are special.

Happy Pink Saturday...

XO,

Sheila :-)

Mollye said...

I'm so glad they awoke and are in tip top shape for this year's Christmas Celebration. They look good as new and what a story! The best part is how you tie it in with the cherished time spent with your Mom. That is the real gem. Happy Pink Saturday, Mollye

♥Mimi♥ said...

How absolutely and positively WONDERFUL! You know, I ♥ Pink Saturday but when you can pair it with Christmas - my gosh, what could be better? And, you did a marvelous job☺ What a welcoming home you have...

Didn't everyone do ceramics at one point in time? Boy, that sure brought back some memories!

Loved your post today, just loved it. Wishing you a weekend filled with fun, family and friendship.

Dru said...

What a wonderful story - such a treasured memory. Have a wonderful and happy Pink Saturday!

Pam said...

What a wonderful story. So glad you were able to use something of your son's to make these lovely Christmas decorations.

Happy Pink Saturday.

pinkkandy said...

Great story..and a wonderful way to use your sons first Christmas outfit...God Bless you and Happy Pink Saturday
Kandy

Sandra said...

Your Santa and Mrs Claus are adorable. It means so much to have such a special decoration associated with precious memories.

Also went and visited your eBay store and love your work - I added you as a favorite seller and will be checking out what you have to offer through the year.

A belated Happy Pink Saturday!

The Quintessential Magpie said...

Dropping back by to wish you an absolutely wonderful Christmas filled with blessings.

Merry Christmas!

XO,

Sheila :-)

{Bellamere Cottage} said...

Ahhhh....cute!

Happy Pink Saturday.

Warm blessings,
Spencer

Claudia said...

They are just wonderful. That class must have been such fun and taking it with you Mom was an added bonus. Happy Pink Saturday!

Beansieleigh said...

Oh, ceramic dolls!! I would LOVE, LOVE, LOVE to try making my own! LOVE your post today too! Happy Pink Saturday, and hope you're having a wonderful weekend! ~tina

Neabear said...

Enjoyed this post. And your dolls are so cute and precious. Isn't it great that they have held up through all the packing and unpacking? So special with special memeories to go with them.

~Linnea