On Mother's Day, my sister surprised me with a new garden pick. And, she made it herself -- which is surprising and endearing, because she's never been much of a crafter.
To cut to the chase -- here's what she did:
Chose a small ceramic elf figurine with a hole in the bottom.
Inserted an aluminum knitting needle through the hole, and made sure the top of the needle was positioned all the way to the top of the inside of the figurine.
Glue the knitting needle, using a strong epoxy or glue, around the inside of the hole and let dry thoroughly.
Isn't it cute and what a great idea! Thank you sissy!
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What a great idea to use a knitting needle! I've done it with floral stakes, but they get soft and eventually break. Yours should hold up much better!
ReplyDeletegood and cute idea :) have a great day!
ReplyDeleteCute idea! :-)
ReplyDeleteYour sister is very creative! That's a very nice gift!
ReplyDeleteThanks to you and your sis for a great idea.
ReplyDeleteThat is a cute pick and a very creative way to do it!
ReplyDeleteIt's a cutie - makes it even more special if your sister isn't into crafts very much :D)
ReplyDeleteSuch a great idea! It's adorable.
ReplyDeleteA figurine and a knitting needle? That's genius! (and REALLY cute)
ReplyDeletewhat a clever idea!
ReplyDeleteCute garden pick. Aren't sisters the best!!
ReplyDeleteI love that little elf flower poke (pick)! What a sweet and thoughtful gift from your sister!
ReplyDeleteAwww.... how sweet of your sister. THat is so cute too. I might have to try some of these. If I can find some glass or plastic vegetables, I could make markers. Very cute idea.
ReplyDeleteAwww.... how sweet of your sister. THat is so cute too. I might have to try some of these. If I can find some glass or plastic vegetables, I could make markers. Very cute idea.
ReplyDeleteI think your sister has become a very good crafter.
ReplyDeleteIt's so cute - what a great idea!
ReplyDeleteVery creative! I like the comment above about making plant markers with this idea!
ReplyDeleteSo cute!! What a lovely gift!
ReplyDeleteAwesome idea! I love seeing what people come up with who can think outside the box.
ReplyDeleteSadly, I am not one of those people. ;o)
Have a great day!
Cute and clever!
ReplyDeleteloving sister, cute idea, great photo!
ReplyDeletewhat a cute (and quick and easy) project!
ReplyDeletepatty@findingserendipity.com
elf on a stick! very cute.
ReplyDeleteHow cute! That was really nice of your sister to make this for you. Maybe this will be the start of her enjoying crafting more. Now you'll think of her every time you see this. Don't you just love sisters ;)
ReplyDeleteI hope your day is a warm and sunny one. Maura :)
Wonderful idea-crafts overtake us all eventually!! Great gift!
ReplyDeleteThis is toooooooo cute! And to think I was going to sell my old knitting needles in a yard sale!
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute idea!
ReplyDeleteI love a great diy
ReplyDeleteVery neat! She did a great job! Have a great day
ReplyDeleteThat's a great use for knitting needles (I'll never use them to knit with that's for sure) And repurposing those out-dated little dust catchers is perfect!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute idea!
ReplyDeleteI enjoy this sort of whimsy!
ReplyDeleteThat's a cute idea, and a good way to use (unwanted) knitting needles.!
ReplyDeleteI love it! I enjoy all the DIY tips you show on here. Obviously it runs in the family. : )
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute little guy -- it would make me smile to come across him as I weeded a flower bed (I'm remembering a long time ago, when I used to actually have flower beds.) I'm not crafty either, but I could follow those directions and might make one for our daughter when we're back in Oregon visiting her (and her garden).
ReplyDeletelove it;) what a cute idea!
ReplyDeleteshe did a great job!
xoxo
quite clever of her!
ReplyDeleteGreat idea using the knitting needle so that it will last and that little elf is just too, too cute!! :)
ReplyDeleteThere is a warm and adorable energy here built around you and your blog. Allow me to notice your exquisite taste in small details :). It's always a pleasure discovering new things about you.
ReplyDeleteMost that i have were gifts so each has its story.
ReplyDeleteThat is adorable! I am amazed at all the great ideas I find here. :-)
ReplyDeleteClever idea!
ReplyDeleteThat is such a good idea...and so cute!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely little surprise gift!
ReplyDeleteperfect how he's "leaping" through your garden!
ReplyDeleteWhat a thoughtful gift!
ReplyDeleteI just love that!!!!!!! So cute and a great idea.
ReplyDeleteHow cute! Coming by to visit from Katherine's hop!
ReplyDeleteCheers,
Char
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ReplyDeleteif i had a garden, i would totally do this.
ReplyDeletei'd use gnomes.
Oh what a cute gift to receive. Your sister is clever and thoughtful.
ReplyDeleteAn elf kabob for the garden! How cute and thoughtful of your sister.
ReplyDeleteThat is so creative of your sister, i guess that it makes that little more personal aswell.
ReplyDeleteHave a great weekend
Shaun Valleys ShutterBug
And just what is this darling little garden elf "picking"?
ReplyDeletePerfect! i love the simplicity of this DIY, so easy to do yet couldn't have thought of using that knitting needle, hahahah...
ReplyDeleteHave a nice weekend Nancy.
What a sweet gift from your sister, and such a darling Pixie. In fact I was so excited when I saw your photo because I own just such a Pixie (3 in fact) and I'm sending you a photo of mine.
ReplyDeleteOh it seems clever crafting runs in the family. It is very cute. B
ReplyDeleteA cute idea and I love the expression on its face!
ReplyDeleteNancy --- thank you so much for faithfully coming to my blog! I like you. :) I am sort of a idiot about all this link stuff, so help or excuse me and I'll try to figure it out. hehehe. I liked your suggestions on the table choices of mine and I think I'm going with old one first. ~ Renae
ReplyDeleteoh that's a great idea!! now my brain is going....
ReplyDeleteWhat a good idea! It will look cute in the right place in your garden.
ReplyDeleteNow that is a great idea - why didn't I think of that? sandie
ReplyDeleteThat is such a cool gift! Even I could do something like that! Thanks so much for sharing. What an awesome sister you have. Love it!
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute idea!
ReplyDeleteI'm thinking to take it one step further and make houseplant pics with seasonal figurines.
Something to look for a the flea market. :)
Great idea!
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ReplyDeleteThat is the cutest idea, And so sweet of your sister..
ReplyDeleteHugs~
That is a good DIY.
ReplyDeleteWonderful pictures, congratulations to your sister for these beautiful creations.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great tip! I have needles a frog that would work!
ReplyDeleteAdorable. What a sweet gift from a loving sister. Very nice.
ReplyDeleteSo cute!
ReplyDeleteA perfect gift for a sister!
Have a wonderful weekend
very crafty and sweet!
ReplyDeletecute, cute, extreme, cuteness! Thank you for linking to the Thursday Favorite Things Hop. I appreciate your bloggy friendship xo
ReplyDeletevery creative idea...love it
ReplyDeleteTasty Appetite
How does one come up with interesting posts every day AND a new creative header every other day?? You amaze me,Nancy!! Thanks for the link up today with Farm Fresh Friday!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a darling little figure to watch over your garden plants. Your sister was very clever.
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Jann
This is so cute..thankful for sissy's
ReplyDeleteLovely and, after done, so simple!
ReplyDeleteHave a nice weekend.
Gilson.
You made that look pretty darn easy! For me, I don't think it would be!
ReplyDeleteI hope you're doing well and enjoying your weekend!!
That is too cute! You could do it for every season or holiday, too. Love it.
ReplyDeleteThis is one idea I will certainly be copying. I love to place small objects in my flower pots.
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