Monday, March 30, 2009

Candy Container Success!


In an earlier post, I discussed using a balloon filled with sand to serve as a form to wrap Paperclay around. I wasn't sure how it would all turn out...but I can happily report that the technique worked! Once the clay dried, I simply snipped the balloon with a pair of sissors and poured the sand out...viola!...instant candy container! Although this paticular container is a little small (about 3.5") it can still hold a small amount of wrapped candy. This fellow is offered for sale at my ETSY shop Now that I know the technique will work, I'm off to make some even bigger ones!

15 comments:

snippetgirl said...

He is SOOOO awesome!!! Excellent job. I am going to start running out of good superlatives to describe your work. They are always just fantastic. I will be looking forward to seeing more...and LOVE that Petunia Pig in your Etsy shop.

Imseeingraggedies Nutt said...

Oh he is beyond CUTE!!!! I just love the mouths you make!!! They make me smile! I hope to own one of your creations one day!!!
(((HUGZ)))

Enchanted Productions by Joyce Stahl said...

Wow David....he's AWESOME! I just knew that balloon trick would work...it was brilliant! Can't wait to see what you come up with next!

Enchanted Blessings,
Joycee

Sheryl Parsons said...

So cute I had to make this one mine! Can't wait to see it!

:-)
Sheryl

Anonymous said...

Awesome David...
Did you get my email about the skeleton ornament?
I LOVE HIM!
Pattee

Totally Timmy said...

Looks great! Must feel really good to know your idea worked out so well.

Nat said...

Incredible. I love it.

Monkey-Cats Studio said...

Brilliant idea and it turned out great!! I see it is already snatched up so get ready for the list of orders!!
Laurie

Theresa said...

Your candy container is FABULOUS!!!! I'm sorry I missed this one in your Etsy shop. I must be faster next time. :)

yoborobo said...

Wow - they are gonna be lining up for these, David! He is maniacally adorable! :)

Christopher A. Klingler said...

WOW ~ David what a creative armature. I would have never thought of using that as a base. GREAT JOL candy container!!!

PS: I just got my VERY 1st bag of PaperClay...look out! '-P)

Hope this note finds you well.

Chris (-:

Janell Berryman Pumpkinseeds folk art said...

That is soooooooooo clever! Balloon with sand. You're a genius! I love love love these buckets!! I like those lines you placed in it and the curly wire. OH ya, and you kick ass on that skeleton head! Always amazing. :)

PJHornbergerFolkArtist.com said...

Oh, my gosh! He's fabulous! Ain't it wonderful when it works?! You did it! Yea! ~PJ

Sheryl Parsons said...

Oh, he is more wonderful in person! He just arrived today, super fast shipping, and great packaging! Love this little guy, he is now a prized possession!!!!!

:-)
Sheryl

Little Dollings by Brenda O. said...

Oooooh, FUN, David!! I'm crazy about Skelly ornie -- sure hope you make more of those -- I'd love to own one!

Thanks for sharing the balloon tip too!

hugs,
Brenda