The Birds are Back!


Yesterday morning I woke up to a chorus of chirping birds and I realized how starved I’ve been, missing this gentle music to my ears.   At 6 am the sky was bright, the temperature was a smidge above freezing, but best of all…the birds were back!  These promising signs of Spring have me happily fluttering about while anticipating more songs of this season to arrive. 

Here’s a little something that I made using a bird-shaped cookie cutter.  I had originally created heart-shaped ones as published here.  However, I’ve since discovered that this project adapts very well to other shapes too, so I’m always on the look-out for interestingly shaped cookie cutters. 

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I didn’t have to go far to find these gifts of inspiration since they arrived in yesterday’s mail.  Ellen sent me these goodies just because.   It was so thoughtful and generous of her to send me this creative batch of handmade  items.   Thank you Ellen for this happy box of Spring, and soon we’ll all be singing its praises…just like the lovely birds outside.

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6 Comments, Comment or Ping

  1. I love your bird cookie cutter; it is gorgeous as is your description of, the anticipation of spring. ( we have snow, here in NC and a 2 hrs school delay; it is usually 60’s here in March)

    I am so glad I could brighten your day; the book is special, I know you will find a lot of inspiration, there.

    Thanks for inspiring me, with your art, your words and your friendship!
    Inspiration is a gift, like no other~

    March 3rd, 2010

  2. Ah, so nice to anticipate Spring with the birds. Such a lovely cookie cutter bird and beautiful photos.

    March 3rd, 2010

  3. your sweet cookie cutter artwork is the perfect way to celebrate warmer, spring weather ahead!! and thanks for sharing the wonderful gifts from the heart that you received from ellen…..what a beautiful package!!

    March 3rd, 2010

  4. Hi Becky! Love your birdie creation! Yes, spring is surely upon us. Your gifts from Ellen are wonderful! Thanks so much for your visit as always! Sweet interpretation of my art journal entry too! Creative Blessings to you!

    March 4th, 2010

  5. love that cookie cutter bird! what a nice gift to receive. the pics on your blog are so inspirational, loving the color scheme.

    March 5th, 2010

  6. Your cookie cutter bird is just adorable! I think that is one of the truest signs of Spring, to hear the birds.

    The treasures Ellen sent you are so wonderful, what a nice gesture of kindness!

    March 5th, 2010

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