December Xmas Ornaments 4

I think the reason why I like Christmas ornaments so much is because they almost all have a story behind them. I don't have a Designer type of tree. I have a tree that has a mish mash of bulbs and most of them have a story behind them. Like the one pictured here. It is my oldest ornament. This is the one I hold most dear. It is the only thing I have left of my childhood other than a few photos. I don't remember how I came to have this bulb but it is one of my earliest memories of christmas. I delight unwrapping it each year and placing it on the tree.
Do any of you have favorite ornaments? Do any of your ornaments have stories to tell?

December Xmas Ornaments 3

This ornament is made of metal. I always am amazed at the artists that use metal. Metal is so unforgiving. The paint on this ornament seems to be an enamel. It is shiny and lively looking. Of course the subject matter is of my favorite things. Oh Yes, you did notice the little bird on the ornament didn't you?? Happy Animal Wednesday to all.

December Xmas Ornaments - 2

This is one of my favorite Christmas ornaments. I hate to say that right off because they are all my favorites. Ha.. This bee hive with a bee is one of my favorites to put on an ornament turner. It reminds me in this cold dark time of year about how it won't be long until the bees are buzzing around again. I will have to dig through my ornaments to find flowers to paint. I am sure I have them. Of course I could do a whole month of "bird" ornaments. I have a one track mind ya know. Good day...

Cactus Monday

Lest Senita and Joe forget their love since the honeymoon is over I thought I would kick-off my December project with a special ornament for them to hang on their Christmas tree. I am planning to paint one of my ornaments every day and post it this month. Sort of an advent exercise. If anyone would like to join me I would be delighted. Happy Cactus Monday to all of you Cacuteers.