Inside the Winter 2008 Issue of Quick & Easy Painting

Inside the Winter 2008 Issue

Celebrate the Season!

It’s that time of year…time to start planning for the Christmas season! If you begin early enough, you should be able to have a “stress-less” Christmas, and we’re here to help you achieve this goal!

Beginning in early March, we wait with eager anticipation to see what clever, unique ornaments arrive on our doorstep for the ornament issue. From simple dowels and wooden spoons to elegantly sewn and embellished suede stockings, this year’s collection is yet another winner! Whether your décor is country, classic or contemporary, you’ll be certain to find designs to suit your style. These specially crafted ornaments can be used for decorating more than just your tree—adapt some of these designs to create gift tags, garlands, pins, table decorations, and more.

Christmas is a joyous time for celebrating life and sharing hope and joy with those around us. In our neighborhood, a group of women gather before the holidays and bake cookies. At the end of the day each person goes home with a wonderful variety of baked goods to share with family and friends during the holiday season. This same concept can be used for painting ornaments. Get together and paint with a group of friends and have an ornament swap when you’re finished. And don’t forget—‘tis the time for giving and sharing. Be sure to paint several extra sets to donate to a charitable event. The value of the process of sharing and giving is one of the best holiday gifts you can give to others and to yourself.

How-To's
	Wooden Spoons by Sue Beckerton Stir up some smiles with these whimsical wooden spoon delights!
	Candy Sticks by Sue Beckerton These easy-to-paint peppermint sticks will bring sparkle to your holiday tree.
	“Santa...Bring Me Something Nice!” Christmas Balls by Kim Christmas Topped with dollops of icing, this ornament collection is truly “sweet.”
	Winter White Bears by Deb Malewsk When you get finished painting this darling threesome for your tree, you’ll want to adapt the pattern to other surfaces as well.
	Butterfly Ornaments by Chris Thornton-Deason These colorful butterflies are great for your contemporary tree, but would also look great on a handbag or tote.
	Ceramic T-Shirt Ornaments by Margaret Hanson Here’s our top pick for ‘tweens and teens!
	Snowmen Light Ornaments by Chris Haughey Place a twinkle light inside these ornaments and watch their faces sparkle and shine!
	Holiday Cutouts by Nancy Wood Let this fun trio add some “light” to your holiday tree!
	Contemporary Christmas Trees by Chris Thornton-Deason Bring an updated look to your holiday décor.
	Measuring Cups by Gisele Pope and Nony Housh Transform everyday objects into decorations for a wreath or Christmas tree—a great project for the entire family.
	Snowman Paint Pails by Sue Allemand This foursome will prove to be buckets of fun to create.
	Framed Sampler Ornies by Kim Klassen Capture the spirit of Christmas in these primitive-style samplers.
	Plaid Christmas Angel by Shara Reiner, CDA They say plaid is coming back in style for fall, so this precious angel will be in step with style for the holidays!
	Plaid Painted Ornies by Kim Klassen Whip up some homespun magic with this primitive trio.
	Snowflake Friends by Reneé Mullins Add a little warmth to your tree with this trio of Snowflake Friends.
	Tin Pocket Ornaments by Reneé Mullins Here’s our pick for the little ones—let them fill them up with a letter and cookies for Santa and a special treat for the reindeer.
	Barnyard Buddies by Karen Wisner Rise and shine with this country-themed collection.
	Ewe and the Birds Ornament Trio by Cynthia Erekson Who ever knew rusty canning jar lids could look so good?
	Rusty Old-Time Sleighs by Debbie Cotton Add to that down-home country Christmas with these charming old-time sleighs.
	Trimming the Tree Stockings by Pam Grady Add an antique touch to your holiday tree with this puffed tin stocking trio.
	Tin Lantern Lights by Debbie Cotton May these mini tin lanterns sparkle on your tree for many years to come.
	Christmas Star Trio by MaryJo Tuttle Hang this cute collection on your tree and wait for comments from family and friend.
	Snow Globe Ornaments by Charlene Barlow Bring a touch of winter wonderland to your festivities with this holiday snow globe trio.
	Winter Tree Trio by Debby Forshey-Choma ‘Tis the season to celebrate winter in the country.
	Angel Ornaments by Margy Spradling Hang this angelic pair as a reminder to give thanks throughout the season.
	Three Angels of Winter by Monika Brint Let these primitive angels grace the boughs of your Christmas tree.
	Winter Magic Collection by Monika Brint There is nothing more special than the joy brought by winter’s magic seen in a child’s eyes.
	Lace Ornaments by Patricia Rawlinson These delicate, lace-painted ornaments consist of lines, dots, and comma strokes dusted with crystal glitter.
	Golden Glow Snowflake Trio by Sue Beckerton Paint these winter landscape ornaments bathed in the golden glow of nature’s dawn.
	Suede Stocking Ornaments by Margot A. Clark Express yourself—decorate these mini suede stockings with beaded trim, lace, buttons, rhinestones, and more.
	Words of Christmas by Shara Reiner, CDA Add some shimmer to your holiday tree with these simple-to-paint cutouts.

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