I am an (orna) mental case…
…in fact, I live and breathe Christmas ornaments. I started my website (6 years ago now!) to share the quilted ornaments that my mother taught me to make when I was about 15 years old. My ornaments have since been featured on the internet and in magazines all over the world. Now, you will not only find all kinds of handmade ornaments, but also ornament patterns, tutorials, and DIY’s.
Aside from all the ornament stuff, I am… well, a complete girly girl, a bit crafty, mixed with a dash of ditziness, and an even bigger dash of klutziness. I can sometimes be found guiltily reading cheesy romance novels by flashlight while hiding under my covers, and thanks to my kids, I can recite most episodes of iCarly by heart. Just like my four sisters, many of my words end up becoming dramatic song (I pity the fool who gets stuck with all of us together)…unfortunately for those around me, singing is not among the talents that I possess, unless I’m driving. I love reading and writing and most definitely not arithmetic.
I love creating things with my hands, although my nails hate me for it. My habit of saying “I could totally MAKE that!” always seems to lead to huge projects involving a lot more time and money than if I had just bought the thing from the store in the first place. But in those instances that I come up with something that I think is pretty awesome, I write DIY’s and tutorials and share them here. I also share recipes that I love, CHRISTMAS CHRISTMAS CHRISTMAS STUFF, and new ornament designs from my shop. I really appreciate you being here…contact me anytime!
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Hi Staci Ann,
Your ornaments are absolutely beautiful. I am very impressed and inspired by your creatvity. I am actually trying to start a new website buisness called Handmade Touches by JaMonica. I am offering one of a kind glass ornaments, door wreaths, and stationary. I would love it if you could give me some pointers on how to get started. Also how do you get such great photos of your ornaments?
Hi JaMonica,
I am so sorry I didn’t see this sooner…it got caught up in my spam filter. Thank you for the compliment! Please feel free to send me your email address (you can contact me here: http://www.theornamentgirl.com/contact.htm ), and I would love to be of whatever help I can. :D
Staci Ann
Dear Staci Ann, ive been reading your blog and i feel like im reading my own biography! lol. i read it to a friend of mine and she asked me if i was you in disguise? i felt this was a great compliment since i believe you are one of the most talented ornament designers there is!
i started making ornaments over 8 years ago. just less than 2 years ago i started selling my ornaments. i would only make them and give them as gifts til the day a friend asked me to make her one and sell it to her.
i admire how you have such a wonderful website to show and sell your amazing ornaments! your creativity is outstanding.
i am working on my own website. in the process i teach classes and i always refer my students to your website so they can see how beautiful your work is. i only wish the best for you, your family and your business. never let your imagination stop….
sincerely,
Linda C
AliAnda Creations
Wow, thank you so much for the compliments, Linda!
When you get your website up and running, please come back and share your link…I would love to see your work!
In the meantime, have you ever tried selling on etsy? It’s an awesome community for handmade…I just started selling my ornaments directly from etsy last fall, and I love it.
Thank you again for the amazing compliment, Linda…and good luck to you with your website! :)
Staci Ann
Staci Ann,
Thank you for advising me of Esty. I just published my first ornament!!! I’m so excited! I have been trying to figure out how to sell on ebay and was lost. Esty is so simple!
Thank you again so much! Check me out. AliAnda Creations.
Sincerely,
Linda :-)
Awesome, Linda! I will go check out your store! I love etsy too… :)
I love this tutorial and I plan to post it on my site and link it back here. You have a great site and you make some beautiful things. Thanks!!
Pam, that would be awesome…thank you so much! :)
Hi Staci Ann,
I just received my ostrich feather ornament and I love it but its broken. How can I get it replaced? My order was #3892-1372-6188-2372
Oh no! I will send you another one. I apologize for that.
Hello Staci Ann,
I just adore your ornaments! I have been making these for over 20 years myself and have been following you for several years. I have bid many times on your listings on eBay without ever having any luck….but recently I was able to buy 2 of your ornaments on sale at Etsy. I am very happy to finally be a proud owner of 2 of your ornaments. Thanks, they are lovely and I will treasure them always.
Good luck to you and yours,
Nisha
Thank you so much, Nisha! I truly appreciate it… I am so glad you like the ornaments. :)
Dear Staci Ann,
Just wondering, how do you go about filling a big order? What happens when fifty people all want the same ornament? Do you just sell your ornaments through etsy online or do you go to craft shows/fairs as well.
Hi Michele…I have been wanting to do some craft shows in the past, but I have never been able to build up enough inventory at once..I hope I can do one this year though, in the fall. Right now, I sell through etsy, and through orders directly through my website (if someone emails me asking for a specific ornament not currently available in the etsy shop). I generally don’t get huge orders of the same ornament all at once…if someone does happen to make a large order, they most often want a variety, in which case I usually am able to fill. Otherwise, if one particular ornament is really popular, I just do my best to keep re-stocking it in my shop as fast as I can. :)
Hi Staci Ann,
I just have to tell you how truly beautiful your ornaments are! I love them all! I recently started selling my fabric crafts on Etsy too and love it. I make ornaments too…but nothing as fabulous as yours! You are so talented and I am so glad I found your site. Keep up the good work.
Robin
Thank you so much, Robin! Good luck with your new etsy shop! :)