Extraordinary Ornaments

Gearing up for the holiday's

2009-10-01T16:58:00.003-04:00

The fall has officially begun and with that comes preparations for the upcoming holiday's. This year is a little different as I am expecting a baby just before Christmas. I have a number of ornaments in stock and will be taking orders up until the middle of December (if all goes well). I am in the process of uploading 12 new ornaments and have a good deal more to make. I may end up on bed rest this time around, so I have decided to keep my spirits high and focus on the positives! I have had a number of requests for custom ornaments this year and am happy to work on this fun and unique projects!

Mandy

Lucky Charm

2009-02-24T20:46:00.003-05:00

Lucky Charm

A little bit of luck never hurt anyone! "Lucky Charm" is the most recent addition to Extraordinary Ornaments collection. It is absolutely beautiful with a side of whimsy. I recently handcrafted "Lucky Charm" for the Grand Marshall of the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Newport. I think She will Love it!!!

Exciting News at Extraordinary Ornaments!

2009-02-17T10:11:00.008-05:00

I am happy to announce that Extraordinary Ornaments is now accepting all major credit cards in addition to paypal for your purchasing convenience.

I will also be launching the St. Patrick's day line of ornaments this weekend and the March Ornament of the Month! If you are interested in becoming a Club member you may sign up at Extraordinary Ornaments! There are only a few spaces left!

Giveaway!

2009-02-02T10:16:00.004-05:00

I have recently joined facebook. At first I was weary but soon learned how much security I could add to my page so that random people are NOT looking at my conversations and pictures. Now I am catching up with people I had lost touch with over the years. It is so nice to read about new marriages and babies amongst other things!

I also added a page for Extraordinary Ornaments! During the month of February anyone who becomes a fan of Extraordinary Ornaments will be entered into a drawing to win any one ornament of your choice (in stock ornaments only)!

I have also added 4 new ornaments to the Extraordinary Ornaments website: 2 Valentine's Day and 2 Patriotic Ornaments!

Bead Passion!

2009-01-13T13:07:00.006-05:00

I have been working on a custom project for a customer who wanted to get both her daughters ornaments with their college/university colors: Syracuse and Marist. I did extensive research on both institutions and wanted to come up with something unique and fun to honor their time in school. After hours, and I mean hours, of google searches, I came aross a woman in the Phillipines who does custom polymer clay beads! I emailed her a photo of what I wanted and POOF it was done in a day and was perfect. It was a whimsical "Otto," the Syracuse mascot. Pictures to come (once the ornaments are delivered).

Check out her other work at http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=6126007!! Tell Helen, Mandy sent you!!!!

New Ornaments

2009-01-01T19:58:00.002-05:00

True Love

Baby Bear
Summer Picnic

Happy New Year!

2009-01-01T10:27:00.001-05:00

The begining of a new year always brings hope and optimism, and it is my wish that 2009 will bring health and happiness for my family and friends. I also hope that Extraordinary Ornaments will continue its success in the new year!

Happy New Year!

2009 Ornaments

2008-12-29T18:19:00.002-05:00

I spent a good amount of time yesterday going through my fabric and ribbon inventory. I am making room for my 2009 stock and determining what ornaments should be retired. I am now in the process of choosing the Ornament of the Month for February, which is very exciting! I hope to have a sneak peak up by the weekend and 5 new ornaments available at www.extraordinaryornaments.com by Sunday!

Christmas!

2008-12-25T22:02:00.000-05:00

Christmas. I absolutely love this holiday. It was one of the main reasons I started Extraordinary Ornaments. I love to watch my family open a gift (especially my ornaments) and see their joy. My little one is still too young to understand the concept of Santa, but that did not take away from her giddyness when she saw new toys under the tree.

This is the first year that my husband and I had to come home early from the festivities - the little one has to be in bed early - hence the late blog. We are still getting used to this - we love being up with family, playing cards and watching movies. We had a wonderful time nonetheless, and I think as each year passes it will only get better!

I hope every one has a safe and happy holiday!

Mandy