Fall Into the Holidays - A Thanksgiving Santa

 

I really wanted to give this santa a warm and inviting look for the holidays. He's suitable for year round display, with his plaid coat and handsome looks. He's perfect for a cabin in the woods, or palatial log home, or even a Northwoods cottage. You can find this handsome Santa at MothersDreamRtworks

Hagatha Witchly Has Landed On Ebay

A kettle gourd, a handful of clay and lots of imagination went into creating Hagatha Witchly. 

She's available for your consideration by visiting - Ebay

PFATT Marketplace Offering for December

You would think that little lines would be easy to paint, right? Not so much on a semi-round shape that's not quite equal all the way around. So, after two tries I finally got the look I was going for. Loaded with texture and warmth, this handsome Santa is available at the PFATT Marketplace right now.

PFATT Marketplace Udate for October

Oh boy am I behind the times here! I've been running hither and yon with Nature Guy, visiting Yellowstone, and now the grandchildren. Between trips I was harvesting grundles of tomatoes and such before the freeze hit. I'm afraid the ones I didn't pick will be toast when we get back, but c'est la vie, what can I do? So somewhere in all this craziness I finished two gourd ornaments and a Tapatio bottle Santa.

 Each ornament is created using two tiny gourds, one for the head and one for the body.

My blue Santa is a Tapatio bottle covered in air dry clay. All hand painted and ready for the upcoming festivities. You can find all of these creations at PFATT Marketplace

It's Beginning to Look A Lot Like Christmas.....

 What can I say? It's Christmas year round at our home as I try to get ahead of the game and be ready for next season. This handsome fella above is created using a bottle gourd.

Another gourd creation, this Belsnickle was so fun to make! Each of these pieces is available at MothersDreamRtworks

One Santa Blue, Two Santas Red.....

 When we lived at Fairchild AFB outside of Spokane, Washington, Mom decided to have a turquoise themed Christmas. We had just moved from Taiwan, where they had picked up furniture and drapes with teal and turquoise in them. So Mom melted down some crayons and made the prettiest turquoise candles that she topped with whipped paraffin "snow". I loved the colors we had that year, which is what inspired me to created this Santa. This Santa is made of Wallowa Lake driftwood and clay. You can find him in my etsy shop: MothersDreamRtworks

 Another driftwood Santa, sporting a wreath and cones. He is up for auction on ebay: Mothers Dream Artworks

A 5 inch gourd Santa, he is also on ebay: Mother's Dream Artworks

I hope you take a moment and stop by to see what else is available. Have a great day!

A Halloween Blog Sale at Mother's Dream Artworks

 PARTY MARTY

Hand carved and sculpted gourd figure. 

$175 + SH

 RUSTY PUNKIN HEAD

Hand sculpted gourd head with clay arms and legs on vintage tin. 

SOLD!

MAD MANNY THE MOON

Cannon ball gourd head on hand painted wood base. 

Head is removable to stash treats or cash or whatever your heart desires. 

$168 + SH

Each of my pieces is a one of a kind original that comes signed and dated. There is a lot of time and love that goes into each piece, so I am thrilled when they find a good home. Thank you for stopping by to take a look. 

I am happy to invoice you via Paypal and will consider other payment methods. If interested please contact me at mothersdream@mac.com

Blue Or Brown, What color are Santa's eyes? A Victorian Santa...

When I sit down to create a Santa I run into what color to paint his eyes sometimes. So I ask, what color are Santa's eyes? Does it really matter?
I painted Santa's eyes blue this time, but who knows, the next one may have brown....

Pumpkin, Pumpkin, Who's got the Pumpkin?

My etsy shop has two as a matter of fact. Created on gourds, these fun guys, are ready to help you celebrate Halloween. See them at MothersDreamRtworks

Little Jack is the Newest member of the Jack family

Little Jack is a smaller version of his cousins who debuted last year. He has several brothers and perhaps a sister or two in the works. He would love to haunt Halloween with you this year. Learn more about him here: Mother's Dream Artworks ebay

Gourdelina Is a Good Gourd Witch

The gourdeous Gourdelina has made her debut on ebay this week. She's a tall one at 16 inches. See more about her here: EBAY

We Three Santas......

 As cool as it has been today you would think that we were headed for winter again, instead of just getting ready to hit summer. It's been raining buckets, which put the kibosh on our fishing plans, so I'm painting my bathroom and finishing up Santa pieces. This Santa is made from a banana gourd, and comes bearing gifts.

 A simply primitive Santa here, made from Wallowa Lake driftwood. What's so special about Wallowa Lake? Check this out or look up Wallowa County Chamber of Commerce for more photos of a little slice of heaven here on earth. 

Another banana gourd Santa, simply sweet and ready for a new home.

Well I need to go shower and get some in town chores done and then it's back to painting my bathroom. I hope the rain takes a break so I can go cover my garden boxes and get my tomatoes ready for tonight. It's promising to be pretty chilly and they are in need of covering as well.

Gourdinia the Witchy Gourd Frog on PFATT Marketplace

My gourds speak to me.... No really! Sometimes they do! Every time I looked at her gourd self I heard, "Help! I'm trapped inside this gourd and I WANT OUT!" So by magic and a lot of listening to that little voice inside the gourd, she was able to break out of her shell and show the world her most kissable face. Now I can't promise that she will turn into a lovely princess once kissed, but she sure gets a lot of attention when she's on display. Have a look see at : PFATT Marketplace

Spring Chicken?

A new gourd creation for Spring. Fun and funky, he's colorful and roly poly. For all you chicken lovers out there, see him on EBAY

Santa Claus is coming to town!

He's made his list and checked it twice, and already knows who's naughty and nice. He's on eBay right now for all who is nice!
Vintage Holidays Santa

Scaredy Jack has made his debut on eBay!

 Scaredy Jack has been listening to Spooky and Hungry Jack tell some real Halloween whoppers.

 See? He jumped right into my lap, poor fella! He has made his way to eBay though, to see if someone will make him welcome in their haunted castle.

Here he's hangin with the big boys, and you can see they are having more fun than he is...lol.
For more information stroll on over to eBay to see Scaredy Jack.

Jack O' Lantern is on ebay!

 Jack got restless and decided to try eBay for a match up. He's a tall fellow, 2 feet tall to be exact.

Here he is hanging out with Hungry Jack, who will soon be on his way to his new home. For more info on Jack O' Lantern, stop by here..... Jack O' Lantern   While you are there search ebay for more Halloween Challenge pieces by our PFATT artists. Have a great weekend!

Spooky Dude Available now!

He is so ready to haunt your castle he's trying to win you with his best smile. See how you can make him your very own here - MothersDreamRtworks

Work In Progress Wednesday ...He's almost done.

 Living in a basement has it's challenges, and getting projects done is one of them. This fella is awaiting one last coat of white on hair and coat trim, then I will add the embellishments after sealing him. I hope to have him finished for my demo stint at the Utah State Fair Creative Arts building on Friday. We shall see. :-)

Created using a tall gourd, this jolly ole' elf stands 19 inches tall. I will share more later so please do stop by again.