I posted a little about this on my Lavender Hill Studio Blog the other day, so I thought I would mention it here too.
I am entering my mosaic birdhouse in a Decorated Birdhouse Competition at the Grove Park Inn and Resort In Asheville, NC.
This is the 12th Annual Decorated Birdhouse Competition. I have wanted to enter for several years now, but just did not have the time to devote to it.
There will be all kinds of birdhouses there. Not just mosaics. Judging is based on Craftsmanship, Originality, Difficulty, Theme and Overall Appearance.
I used 12 different patterns of china on this birdhouse and the two bluebirds are vintage salt and pepper shakers.
This birdhouse is HUGE. Just so you can see a comparison, here are pictures of the normal size birdhouse I usually mosaic, next to the one I am entering in the contest.
All pictures can be enlarge if you click on them. And they will enlarge ever further if you click on them once more.
The awards ceremony is at 4:30 on Saturday. So if you are in the Asheville area and want to come see the birdhouses the event is free.
Wish me luck!
p.s. I am linking this post up with Decor to Adore Spring Craft Party
and Beverly at How Sweet The Sound Pink Saturday
and Beverly at How Sweet The Sound Pink Saturday
Welcome Home,
Penny
56 comments:
You should win, hands down!!! The birdhouse is beautiful and would look so nice on my patio table!!!
I am seeing a win for you; this is a true work of art.
Good luck -- it looks like a winner to me...
Quite the house my dear. Good luck to you! It's lovely.
Di
Penny, this is the cutest birdhouse - wishing you lots of luck!! Love the vintage birds...and that tea cup upside down is darling! We know you'll do well!
Karla & Karrie :)
Penny, your birdhouse is exquisite! You stand a strong chance of winning. I will try to come to the event if we can get away but it is a busy weekend. Good luck!
Hugs, Penny
Amazzzzzzzzzzzzing!!!
Good luck!
Gentle hugs,
.♥.
That is the prettiest birdhouse..... and such creativity in putting all those lovely pieces together.
We do WISH you the best............
Oooh, I love the front even more than the side! What do you win?
Penny...that birdhouse is GORGEOUS! You did such a fantastic job on it! I feel confident that you'll come away a winner...you'd definitely get my vote!
You should surely win. It is beautiful.
Good Luck tomorrow Penny, the birdhouses turned out BEAUTIFUL!! Martina
It is bluebird-y gorgeousness!!!!! No doubt, it is a winner!
:)
~Becca~
Oh I hope you win! I love the teacup as the perch. Gorgeous!!
This is the most stunning mosaic birdhouse I've ever seen, and I love the size of it! Yes, yes, you will surely win! Did you ever offer a tutorial on how to do those, or are you keeping this to yourself? And I adore the upside down cup perch and the two birds, too! Wonderful job!
Penny, that is gorgeous. Good luck in the competition!
What an incredibly gorgeous birdhouse! I love it! I am excited to follow your blog!
It is a beauty! The balcony is inspired. The birds are adorable. It looks like the blue ribbon winner to me.
You have my vote for sure! This is so beautiful....good luck.
Its beautiful! How much does that bird house way? It looks heavy.
Oh my goodness! Your spring project is completely adorable.
Thank you so much for linking up.
Have a wonderful weekend.
What a beautiful birdhouse Penny, I'll certainly wish you good luck - though I'd be surprised if there's one better ;o)
Good luck! Just beautiful.
Good luck!! It's beautiful.
Hi Penny, The birdhouse is fabulous! I bet you come home with the prize.
Hugs,
Sherry
Hi Penny, I love your birdhouse!!! It is just wonderful and I bet you win!! Good Luck!!
I love this penny. Beautiful birdhouse. I am looking forward to hearing about the show. Best of luck!
Oh wow! This is fabulous beyond imagination! Gorgeous mosiac craftsmanship and creativity! I choose you!
Hugs,
Olivia
Oh my that is so gorgeous Penny. I know if My Mom saw it, she would buy it in a minute!
P.S. Good luck!
That is the prettiest Birdhouse I have ever seen. If you dont win, offer the judges some glasses...cause they must be blind to beauty. Stuuning workmanship...and the little bluebirds and teacup in the front just add to its beauty. Well done and fingers are crossed for you...not that I think you need it lol
Happy Pink Saturday,
Michelle
I hope you win! That is really beautiful! I love the bird sitting on the tea cup!
Wow, what a beautiful birdhouse!!! I hope you win, How clever to use a teacup on the front!
Debbie
Best wishes in the competition. I can't imagine you coming home with less than First Prize. I love all the details and the fact that the birds are S&P shakers just tickles me somehow.
Darla
That is so beautiful! I hope you have a wonderful time at the contest!
HaPpY pInK sAtUrDaY!
Sarah
I think you should win! Your birdhouse is so very pretty.
Hi Penny! Your birdhouse is gorgeous! I just know you're going to win! It's spectacular!
Be a sweetie,
Shelia ;)
On my Penny -- the bird house is exquisite, so creative, a true work of art. It is a winner!!! And so are you!!! Good luck with the competition.
Love,
Jackie
Nice one...Happy PS! Mine is up.
Mine is here
gorgeous penny!!! I just know you will win!
Penny~
you are so talented! This is stunning. I wish that I could see it in person. I would vote for you too. Happy Pink Saturday!
Adore the dishes you used, the colors are gorgeous. Mimi
Hi
This is fabulous and so unique
Love it!!
Wishes for a Beautiful Pink Saturday. Here in Scotland the sun is shining so it might well be a beautiful day, very rare here lol.
Lynne x
That birdhouse is to die for. I am certain you will win. Your craftmanship is perfection!
Awesome..most amazing birdhouse I've ever seen. You should win hands down! What is the prize?
Did u show an "how to" for this?? I must search your blog...Luv the little glass window,birds,colors...
Penny, this is the most beautiful birdhouse I have ever seen. I'm serious. I am always looking at birdhouses because I have a soft spot in my heart for birds and their houses. I am in love with it. I see a commission coming. BIG smile. Your mosaic art is stunning. I mean it!!!
Good luck with the contest. I wish I could see it. I truly can't imagine anyone topping your entry.
Love, Jeanne
Your birdhouse is fantastic! Of course you will win - hands down. No question!
~Adrienne~
Your birdhouse is beautiful! Absolutely gorgeous! There is no doubt in my mind that you will win. I love that little bluebird mosaic right at the peak of the roof. This is an absolutely stunning piece of art, Penny.
Wow, Penny! This mosaic birdhouse is gorgeous! I'm sure lots of hours and love went into creating it. Best of luck to you in the competition. :-) hugs, Sue
Penny, it is absolutely gorgeous! Good luck. I know this will be the most beautiful.
Happy Pink Saturday, dear friend.♥
Penny, Good Luck to you!! Your bird house is beautiful! Absolutely gorgeous!
Enjoy your weekend!
Hugs,
Donna
Oh Yes! You're going to win, I'm just sure of it. That is FAB.U.LOUS! So springy and HAPPY! I LOVE it!
Warm blessings,
Spencer
My gosh, Penny, this is the prettiest thing I've ever seen and I am going to be *knock me down* surprised if you don't walk away with the BLUE RIBBON.
WHEW..it's a good lookin' birdhouse.
Wow, you MADE that birdhouse?! I am so impressed! It is just gorgeous. How could it not win??!
Penny, can't wait to hear the results. Your entry is fabulous! How clever to use the salt and pepper blue birds. Very creative and your craftsmanship is incredible. Definitely, FIRST PLACE! ~ Sarah
Gorgeous birdhouse Penny!!!
Ruth
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