CHRISTmas Card: The Greatest Gift

The true CHRISTmas message
on God's intentions for sending his son into the world.
Yes, we all know this verse.
John 3:16

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the greatest gift 

the greatest gift 

JOHN 3:16 

for God so loved the world 

that he gave his one and 

only son, that whoever 

believes in him shall not 

perish but have eternal life

merry CHRISTmas 
to you and yours 
and have a 
happy new year! 

envelope decorating can be so much fun! 

have a merry CHRISTmas everyone!  

Rise Up... Again and Again

true words from a true man.  

nelson mendela

CHRISTmas Ornament: Wreath or Ornament?

Is it a wreath or an ornament?
Well, why can't it be both? :p
I had a so-called-bright idea of using mini ornaments
to make a "mini" wreath ornament,
but the mini turned into a biggie as I kept piling on more & more. 

It is now too big to be an ornament,
but too small to be a wreath on a door,
but it's still pretty!

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it's a wreath! 
no, it's an ornament! 
who cares, it's pretty! 

CHRISTmas Card: Baby Jesus Was Born This Day

This CHRISTmas card design is great
since I was able to include scripture in the layout.
Christ IS the reason for the season, right?
Luke 2:11 

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it's an ornament!  

for unto you is born this day 
in the city of David 
a Savior, who is Christ, the Lord. 
- Luke 2:11 -

CHRISTmas Card: Let It Snow ~ Let It Snow ~ Let It Snow ~

CHRISTmas is a perfect time
to let the creative juices flowing.
One thing to keep in mind, though, is to keep it simple
since multiples of them are going to be made.
I found these wooden buttons at Michael's in their $1 basket.
Since there are different sizes immediately thought of
making a snowman with the different sizes.

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how cool are those colors? 
all i needed were those cute buttons 
along with mini cotton balls & little bit of felt. 
plenty of those in my possession with all the crafts i work on.  

close-up shots. 

bigger size cards

and the signature 
yoo original

There is a Time for Everything

and God's timing is perfect.  

ecclesiastes 3:1-8

Stay Humble

you did not do it alone. 

always remember those around you 

who helped you get to where you are.

alex haley

Father's Day: What Ties Us to our Dads

A personal touch is always appreciated!

What good are my origami skills
if I don't get to use them for a good purpose?
for all my stylish father friends...
happy father's day!

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here's hoping for daddy to get out of his stuffy tie for the day

Birthday Gifts: Max is 2!

A personal touch is always appreciated! 

Since Max is ALL BOY,
I picked dark blue & dark gray for his gift.

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MAX

yes, max is all boy, but since he is still just a baby, 

the ribbon accent should be baby blue. 

True Winner

in other words, don't be a bully.

harriet woods

How to Pray

how many times have we cited these two verses? 

philippians 4:6-7

Happy Birthday 2013!

A personal touch is always appreciated! 

No matter what age, everyone closes their eyes,
makes a wish, then blows out the candles.
Oh, and of course, eats their cake. 

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birthday cards for the year 2013. 
big candles represent decades, 
little candles represent the years. 
anyone past the age 50 gets 
a generic 5 candle card.

leftover scrapbook papers rolled up 
to be made into candles 

leftover tissue paper made into 
a tiny flower decor for the cake