Friday, September 27, 2013

Cloud Nine....




When You Wish Upon A Star....

I am on Cloud Nine.... East of the Sun and West of the Moon and Just over the Rainbow.... The one with Castles in the Air and Silver Linings where it is Always Time for Daydreams! Because, as some of you, Dear Readers, might have figured out, Blue the Fairy-Beary, made by Birgit and therefore a cousin of some sort to Flutterby of BiWuBaren Blog, was persuaded to come live with me in my Little House so she could visit with all the Interesting Little Beings that reside here! What she and you (well, most of you) did not know, was ALL the different sorts of Beings she would meet here and how Perfectly she would fit in! It was easy to see that I would want her just because of her Lovely Blue Fur.... and those Gorgeous Blue Sparkly Wings.... and her Beautiful smile. But there was also a special connection because of her Magic Wand and her Wish Upon a Star music box! I promised Birgit I would tell her about the magic wand and the stars.....
Well, Once Upon a Time, Quite a few years ago, and just a little ways away from here, I was looking for a simple idea of something I could make and sell at Craft Fairs where I was showing my painted furniture. Something easy to make and that I could sell for a small amount and as it was Christmas Time I was thinking of Ornaments for the Tree..... and I thought of sewing little stuffed stars..... and they looked so much like little people to me... that I added button faces..... and a "Star" was born!!!

Of course they quickly multiplied and were very popular.....

The tiny ones became either ornaments or pins to wear.....

And after a couple of years just selling them at Christmas Time... 
I was trying to think of ways to sell them year round... 
and it occurred to me that they might work as Magic Wands....

 All these beautiful stars in brightly colored silk.....
With their painted button faces .....



With the addition of gauzy wings and sparkly stars and a bell and attached to a stick.....

 
They became Very Magical Wands!
And they are still being ordered... 
I made a couple dozen just a few weeks ago!
Of course, they are not at all like the Harry Potter Wands...
But nonetheless... people keep telling me how Magical they are!!!

And now that Blue Beary has arrived.... she needed to meet the "Stars"....

And she had to have a Bit of a Look around her new home too.....
See how well she gets along with the Blue painted desk.....

She wanted to show you a little more.....

(Sometimes I get carried away with my paintbrush....)

And while the Garden outside is not blooming very well right now.....
The one inside will be a pleasure to visit all year.....


And there were even blue flowers on the windows....

And Blue blankets covered in stars.....

Oh, and look who else is here.....

Ponies!!!
Who Love giving Rides!
So.... about this Time you must be wondering when she would get to see the Dollhouses....!
Well, okay.... but that might take a while....

First thing she needed to do was bring her Beautiful Gifts to The Folly...
Her bottle of Wishing Stars and a Beautiful little Terrarium of "Sansflowers"!

Just then Anna Maria came along.....

She was Not expecting to see a Bear.... Fairy or Not!

Then one of the Star Babies arrived....
And together they thought of something fun....

Well... it doesn't have Quite the same effect as a Mulvaney And Rogers tea cup.....!
And Samuel Whiskers is not sure What to think!

But I'll tell you what I think.... 
I think the Fun has only Just started!!!
And while the visits to the Other Dollhouses may have to wait for another Day....
I think there is going to Have to be Another Dollhouse... 
or Rather a Fairy Castle House.....
One that Floats upon the Clouds... 
Just over the Rainbow...
Oh yes, I am on Cloud Nine.....
And I Never stop Wishing on Stars....!

19 comments:

  1. Your little stars look so dreamy...like maybe there is a little star dust floating around? :-D

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  2. Blue looks like THE perfect addition to your stars! How beautiful! You made such a wonderful tour for us with Blue meeting and seeing your surroundings...it feels like it is directly coming from your heart :)

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  3. HI Betsy! I feel more stories coming on! A warm welcome to your very sweet blue beary fairy bear! I she will find it the most fun at your house of dreams than of Anywhere else in blogland! With a cup full of pretty stars to play with I really think that there will soon be another great adventure story to tell, to take us all on another enchanting magic carpet ride!

    elizabeth

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  4. I must say first: I LOOOOOOVE this blue furniture of yours! It seems to me your real house must be a Fairy House! I love all the glimps to your home - pure magic with all these colours!
    Lucky Blue! She suits perfectly to your real and all dollhouses!:)
    Oh forgot to write: these stars are Fantastic! You have found so many ways how to use them.:)

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  5. Betsy....did I actually see parts of your RL-house in this post? I am amazed, it is so beautiful; entering your house feels like stepping in to a fantasy world!
    Your stars are so pretty, I can imagine they are selling really well.
    Enjoy the tiny blue bear, he must feel so muh at home, there could not have been a more perfect place for him to stay :"-)

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  6. Hi Betsy, now a BiWuBeary has arrived at your home, you'll feel that they are contagious with.........fun, positivity and love :D! Blue is a real fairy beauty! Your stuffed stars are gorgeous too, she will feel at home immediately!
    Your RL house looks a magical place to be, so Blue was very lucky to have find her new home at your place!
    Have fun together, I feel that there are coming more stories.....;)??!
    Have a great weekend!

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  7. Blue likes the new home ( beautiful and magic) and your stars.

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  8. Blue, the lovely fairy bear, found a magical home. Oh, I love the star babies and the adorable little mouse. Flutterby and Birgit must be very happy now.
    Hugs, Drora

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  9. Hi Betsy,

    Your home is like Fairyland! Blue, no doubt, is going to be perfectly happy there with all those adorable star babies. (What a great idea, BTW). I love your colorful mural and the artistry on that cabinet is magical.

    Happy Saturday,
    John

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  10. Hi Betsy! I have a huge grin on my face while reading this. The magic is just exuding from the screen. Blue is adorable and fits right in, your stars and magic wands are precious. Brilliant idea and I totally understand why they are in such high demand. Your painted house is a fairy place in its own. What a way to brighten up even the dreariest of days! Looking forward to reading more of Blue's adventures!
    X
    Véronique

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  11. Betsy...
    You are just so darn talented. Love everything you create!
    Hope all is well with you,
    Vicki

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  12. I knew Blue would come to a lovely home - but now I see it's also a magical home... Your wall and furniture paintings are breathtaking; with all this magical touch around and of course all this blue it's no surprise Blue feels at home already. Oh, and not to forget the welcome cup and the ponies, as much as they like climbing into cups BiWuBearies also like to ride (they have many opportunities here because I own quite a few Breyer horses). And now... after waiting impatiently for so long... I know about the stars!!! What a fabulous idea to create those little stary people... maybe they are wishing stars, too? Well, Blue will know if they are... ;O) The pictures of her meeting Anna Maria and Samuel are so sweet... I can't wait to see her exploring your dollhouses. And a fairy home would be a great idea... imagine all the blue you could use! *LOL*

    Please give Blue a hug from me and hugs to you, too!
    Birgit (who sent you an E-Mail about two hours ago and until now I received no Error-message... hope rises! Please let me know if you received it... strange thing, isn't it)

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  13. The little stars are very beautiful, and Blu is so nice!

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  14. oooh, i wish I could take a look around in your real house, it must be a magical place!!!! I'm sure Blue will be very happy with you!

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  15. Hello Betsy,
    I don't think Blue could of wished for a better home! I know he will be very happy...especially with those wonderful star friends. Your home, like yourself, is a collection of inspiration. your work is incredible.
    Big hug,
    Giac

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  16. Betsy
    it looks like Blue is going to have a lot of fun living with you, Im so happy he has a lot of friends to keep him company :)

    Hugs
    Marisa ;)

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  17. Hi Betsy, What a beautiful room you have! Love your paintings! and I finally found where Blue is going to live now and feel much better. The fact is that I loved that bear that Birgit made but was slower than you, Blue makes company to you and everything that surrounds you and I am happy for you and Blue! Mini hugs, Natalia

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  18. So glad the little stars have found a place in your blog. And your lovely magical house - Love the blue bear.
    Love to you,
    Mom

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  19. Before going to her back posts, I swear I thought Blue was made specifically for you, Bets. Don't you agree it is almost the shade of Mariacki Blue ? The shade you love so much? It is clear he totally belongs with you.

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