February 3, 2012
by jennifer
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I had an item on my January to-do list that might just qualify me for the looney bin, but which actually put a smile on my face. It took me an extra day to finish this project, but it’s done. … Continue reading
January 25, 2012
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I was so delighted to see this idea a few weeks ago. I’m also someone who has a hard time throwing away Christmas cards because they’re such great snapshots of families we love. It’s delightful to see how families grow … Continue reading
December 23, 2011
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Well, they’re done. Done and in the mail. For as much stress as I felt over them, and for as long ago as I purchased the paper and planned them, I’m a little amazed by how simple they look. But … Continue reading
December 15, 2011
by jennifer
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Today I am feeling absolutely frantic. Frantic and yet more confident than I was a few days ago. It’s really strange to have these two opposing feelings gripping my heart (and throat). I feel more confident because I’ve accomplished just … Continue reading
December 8, 2011
by jennifer
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Restful, calming, inviting. Adding beautiful greens to my bedroom mantel gives the entire room a new feeling. I love this view from the top of the stairs. It makes me look forward to unwinding, finishing the day peacefully. During the … Continue reading
December 8, 2011
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The stockings are hung. I smile as I watch our younger children standing beneath them, trying to spot theirs. It’s a really short mantel, especially for ten stockings. I placed my all-time favorite nativity scene above the stockings. I get … Continue reading
December 6, 2011
by jennifer
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One room, at least, is ready for Christmas. I enjoy decorating the dining room for holidays because it’s the room that stays most like I left it. My children cheerfully redecorate everything else they see but for some reason they … Continue reading
November 29, 2011
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While many people were out shopping early Friday morning, I skipped the Black Friday action and treated myself to a few hours of sewing. I managed to put together this Christmas rag quilt for my family to snuggle under for … Continue reading
November 25, 2011
by jennifer
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While going through my felt for this project, I discovered some red felt in my stash and couldn’t help making a bunch of flowers with it. I got out a styrofoam ball I had on hand and decided to see … Continue reading
November 23, 2011
by jennifer
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About a year and a half ago I had an “aha” moment and made some ribbon napkin rings. I made more a couple of weeks later for my brother’s graduation party. Last week I remembered them and thought that it … Continue reading
