Fun Friday!

Hello everyone!

It's Fun Friday!

I'm sharing more Pinterest Favorites!

This one comes from:

http://katherinemariephotography.com/blog/archives/3773

When I saw the red and white polka dot wrapping paper along

with adorable baby feet, I knew this was something great!

(I'm posting this Christmas idea early, so TIME is on your side).

The idea  is to wrap 24 favorite Christmas Books and let your

kids pick a book each night or each day to read through out the month of December.

I know this tradition may not be new for you, but the idea of

wrapping your books in Christmas paper, preferably polka dot wrapping paper,

and numbering your Christmas Books is adorable!

I'm a big fan of Christmas Books, especially

Children's Christmas books! 

With six children, I have a pretty good Christmas collection gong on!

I started many years ago purchasing one Christmas book each year for my kids.

I think it's a wonderful gift on Christmas Eve with a new pair of Christmas PJ's.

(great encouragement for bed time on Christmas Eve!)

There are many cute Advent Calendars that can be used with this idea.

One reminder, I wish I would have written the year inside our Christmas books.

I will be reviewing a NEW Christmas Book Titled

The Santa Club by Kelly Moss

coming my way in the next few days.

I will keep you posted.

Enjoy!

"As you take the normal opportunities of your daily life and create something of beauty and helpfulness,
you improve not only the world around you but also the world within you"

Dieter F. Uchtdorf

Some finishes

I finished up a few ornaments I had started 5 years ago and in 2009. I only wish I had stretched the fabric a bit more on both of them.


The dog is a terrier and was started in 2005 for my mom. He is from a Leisure Arts ornament book.

The fairy is from a UK book. This is for me:

Warm Winter Wishes

It's COLD outside! Sending warm winter treats your way!

A fun treat for family, friends, neighbors and everyone you love!

Ingredients:

Hot Cocoa

Chocolate candy bars

 swiss rolls(made from towels)

Warm Socks wrapped in a mug

optional gift items:  Gloves, Hat, scarf

Put two cup holders together for four compartments!

I embellished a "To Go" cup holder with scrapbook paper, ribbons, rick rack and tags.

A treat that can be useful for many holidays!

Great for Teachers!

Stay tuned for Valentines treats!

New etsy creations arriving soon:

Childrens Bags, Scripture Bags and Baby Creations!

Stay Warm!

Links:

Craft-O-Maniac

A Merry Creative Christmas

From my HOME to yours!

CREATE a little Christmas Happiness!

As you all know-

This is one of my favorite times of the year. 

 I love the decorations, the cheer, the kindness, the wonder and above all, I love the meaning.  

I'm truly grateful for CHRISTmas!

          

Wishing you HAPPINESS and JOY!

Thank you for your friendship!

It's been a fun creative journey!

I appreciate all of you!

I will see you all in 2011!

What FUN it will be!

From my FAMILY to YOURS....

Merry Christmas!

Links:

http://www.tipjunkie.com/homemade-projects-10/

Wrapping is underway.....

It's funny how writing about the things that you do, makes you realise "stuff" about yourself. I am pretty methodical when I approach projects. Sometimes I look at the ordered manner of things in process and think "wow, that girl has control issues!!" Then I remember that "that girl" is me,and put it down to simple efficiency!

When I'm wrapping lots at once, I  keep everything pretty uniform and identical. It's quicker that way. Much as I get a kick out of gift wrapping, I don't have the time or inclination to spend days on it! I'll wrap everything first, then embellish and label them all in one go. (I use trusty post it notes to keep track of who's gift is who's). .Here they are all stacked, labelled and ready.

Next phase will be to add tags and embellishments. I have my handmade tags all ready to go as per the tutorial I posted. I have all my ribbon ready as well. I've just bought some red matt metallic paper that I'm going to try as pleated bands wrapped around each gift. Not sure of the detail yet, or whether it will work out, but that's the plan for tomorrow. Would love to see other peoples wrapping on here!

http://portialawrie.blogspot.com/search/label/Crafty%20Christmas%20Capers

The Colors of Christmas

The traditional colors of Christmas remain my favorite each year,

especially red and white-

mixed with Christmas Tree Garland, red berries and outdoor elements.

(Inspirational pictures by Better Homes and Garden)

This year, I brought a lot of RED and WHITE to my Christmas Decor!

I love the traditional colors of Christmas!

( I made the quilt-Turning Twenty Pattern and Reversible Candy Cane/Polka Dot Pillows)

My favorite part is the RED and WHITE ribbon!

Red and White checkered ribbon with strong accents of SNOWY WHITE bring a warm

country "Home Sweet Home" feeling to your Christmas Decor!

( Better Homes and Garden)

Who can resist Christmas Dishes and Little Red Chairs? Not I!

(BHG)

Welcome Christmas!

My little daughter was dancing and singing all day yesterday and reminding

us all that Christmas will soon be here!

Children keep the Magic of Christmas alive!

GIFT IDEA:

Helping Hands

These mittens are more than the eye can see,

They represent the kindness in you and me.

It's the Holiday Season so lets do our part, to help

someone in need or to mend a broken heart.

Our helping hands can put a smile on a face,

and make the world a better place. 

So see what an act of your kindness can do,

It may even warm a cold hand or two.

A POEM for KINDNESS!

A great gift for

 Kids, Teachers, Neighbors and Friends!

From Grandma's kitchen:

HOT CHOCOLATE ON A STICK

 My son who is TEN loves it!

I love it!

Go HERE for a recipe!

                                                 Combine Hot Chocolate and Warm Mittens

A great gift for everyone!

Enjoy the SWEETNESS of Christmas!