Blog Posts from 2020 and before
Hello Friends! It’s been busy around here with decorating for Christmas. Yes, Christmas!!! I am part of a special projects team working on Christmas decorations for the campus of Liberty University. I’ll will share more about that and post pictures of the process and display next week. However, since I am in the Christmas spirit, […]
I just finished creating a Thanksgiving centerpiece to add an element of peace and beauty to a small round table (breakfast nook) in my kitchen. I love a rustic vintage look so that was the main theme for the piece. Also, I did not want to spend a lot of time putting it together. From […]
It feels like Christmas morning every time I giveaway something! It’s fun spreading joy around and I am grateful for all of your support!!! Thank you for sharing this journey with me as I continue to create Happy Heart books and Happy HeART creations. So blessed by your encouragement as I adventure out with creating […]
“Logic will take you from A to B. Imagination will take you everywhere.” – Einstein Love love love these t-shirts from my class. It is always a joy to see what these precious 4 – 8 year old students will create. So when I was asked to share more of their designs from the Blue […]
Blue gel glue as a batik makes for a fun craft idea for the kids! The designs can be simple shapes or patterns. SUPPLIES: Pre-washed cotton t-shirt, linen or canvas material Blue Gel Glue Paper (to draw your design) Plastic cover to protect work area Thick paper or cardboard for inside t-shirt Wax paper (for […]
YEAH…I am having another Give-A-Way! This month I have selected one of my favorite designs, “Poppies Dream”. I love how the colors look against the black background! This painting is acrylic on wood and measures approximately 8″ X 12″. The winner will be randomly selected from my blog subscribers and will be announced October 28, […]
WINNER OF THE SEPTEMBER GIVE-A-WAY ~ SO EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE THAT LIZ FROM PENNSYLVANIA WON THE RETRO “LOVE” GIVE-A-WAY!!! (winner selected by www.random.org). ♥ I would love a photo Liz to show you with your prize! 🙂 Making An Autumn Inspired Garland ~ AUTUMN GARLAND ~ Autumn is such a fun season to make decorations […]
How do we accumulate so much stuff? When I got married and moved into a new home, my husband was surprised at all my stuff. He was shocked that all this could come out of a tiny apartment. We laughed and just tucked things away and forgot about it. In a larger living space it […]
This is a fun and easy craft idea for Fall! Make a treat, gift or lunch bag within minutes…put a smile on face that can’t be measured! 🙂 SUPPLIES: Burlap, Black paper, Scissors, Googly eyes, and Glue (Optional: white acrylic paint).
It’s time for a Give-A-Way!!! This September I am giving away this sweet “LOVE” …12×20 original design hand painted on wood – $85.00 Value! All you need to do is make sure you are on my email list to be eligible for the Give-A-Way. It’s EASY…Connect (subscribe) below my photograph in the RIGHT COLUMN. Winner […]
As school is starting and autumn days are around the corner, I thought I would highlight the summer happenings in my world. It is so easy to forget the blessings that happen in everyday life. So it is in looking back, I look onward with a heart of gratitude for the ability to teach, travel […]
Exciting News! Happy Heart: Fill’er Up! just received the Gold Seal of Excellence from the Mom’s Choice Awards. So thrilled to have this sweet story that the Lord placed on my heart to be recognized from a National Organization that honors excellence in family-friendly media, products and services! Happy Heart: Fill’er Up! is available through […]
