We're
always amazed at the generosity of Paul Race (bigindoortrains.com
and familychristmasonline.com)
and putz artisan Howard Lamey (littleglitterhouses.com)--both of whom have
assembled a wealth of info, free patterns, inspiration and more on the subject
we love best--collecting--and making putz houses--and of course, CHRISTMAS,
traditions, and trains! (Mustn't forget Race's cardboardchristmas.com
either! The forums alone require ALOT of work!)
And it's not just about Christmas...but keeping holiday traditions in general alive and well--and yes yes, keeping Christmas well of course...all year long.
Now for those of us who aren't skilled enough to construct houses with multiple levels, balconies and dormers, a little project that's as easy as can be. Howard's vintage-inspired "Chickie Shack"--perfect for Easter and wonderfully simple. Adaptable too (just add a ramp) for sheep shacks (lol!)
Click on the photos BELOW---which include a free pattern generously provided by Howard below--then let your imagination run free--simple enough to create create just in time for your "vintage" and/or vintage-inspired Easter display.
For more free putz patterns, visit http://www.cardboardchristmas.com/forums/viewforum.php?f=10&sid=69c5561b97485f4bb2479f9614aae22f
And it's not just about Christmas...but keeping holiday traditions in general alive and well--and yes yes, keeping Christmas well of course...all year long.
Now for those of us who aren't skilled enough to construct houses with multiple levels, balconies and dormers, a little project that's as easy as can be. Howard's vintage-inspired "Chickie Shack"--perfect for Easter and wonderfully simple. Adaptable too (just add a ramp) for sheep shacks (lol!)
Click on the photos BELOW---which include a free pattern generously provided by Howard below--then let your imagination run free--simple enough to create create just in time for your "vintage" and/or vintage-inspired Easter display.
For more free putz patterns, visit http://www.cardboardchristmas.com/forums/viewforum.php?f=10&sid=69c5561b97485f4bb2479f9614aae22f
