Sometimes we need to take a break from the usual routine. Doing so allows our mind to clear and make room for new thoughts. It also allows room to let the unexpected happen. I do this when instead of collaging or painting my background papers I use pre-made die cuts as the main focus of […]
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This quick heart craft project is a great way to use up small fabric scraps. I tend to save most of my fabric trimmings and snips. Fabrics as with paper are a versatile addition to my craft/art stash. These hearts have a felt base. I cut various fabric scraps into strips of varying widths. The
While I was making these Valentine cards the other day I was thinking about past Valentine’s Day celebrations. When the kids were young I helped them make little Valentines for their classmates and teachers. They also made a box type container for the Valentines they would receive. And of course there would be a special
I am using my long weekend to catch up with the yardwork and home upkeep stuff. Have you noticed that when you start a project all of a sudden you find a bunch of other ‘stuff’ that needs attention? Like the fence in the upper yard that is now sagging and will need to be
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When I have a quote or Bible verse that is meaningful to me I write it on an index card and keep it where I will see it regularly. Way back when the kids were younger and at home I would tape encouraging quotes and verses to the bathroom mirrors and also inside the medicine
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My favorite part of any celebration is spending time with family and friends. The eating lots of food part is also much appreciated. For me, the sharing of the event with others is the most special celebration of all. Whether it is the three of us or our extended family and friends getting together it
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Are your planners ready for the New Year? I have always used a planner, so much so that when the kids were young they would refer to my planner as my “brain” book. Over the years my planning has changed. I no longer need to track piano lessons and multiple dental, doctor appointments, it is
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Holiday baking has been a long time tradition for me. It gave me a chance to share something that I loved doing and it was the perfect gift for families to share. Years ago with three kids at home there were so many folks that we wanted to give to at Christmas their teachers, friends,
We are not into the usual traditional Thanksgiving celebrations. None of us care much for turkey and if we do have it we only like the white meat. Though back when the kids were all home I did roast a full turkey, now if we have turkey I just need to bake a turkey breast.
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This year I ventured out into purchasing gift certificates on-line. I am not an on-line shopper so, for me, this is really different. Now I need a way to “package’ them for gifting. These envelopes work perfectly, are quick to make and I can upcycle stuff from my scrap pile to decorate them. Are you
