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Over the years, I have purchased vases from garage sales for flower arrangements. Since I have more than I need, I thought of a way the vases could be put to use. I recently purchased kitchen gadgets and utensils as a gift. I filled the vase with the items. What a cute Mother’s Day, wedding shower, or new home/apartment gift. I believe several of my vases are vintage, so gifts become even more meaningful.

This is a great way to clear out cupboards and bless someone with a unique gift. And should the recipient wish to place the utensils in a drawer, the vase remains to display flowers.

 

     Let all that you do be done with love.

1 Corinthians 16:14

 

Early last week, my area received several inches of snow. I donned my winter gear and shoveled my driveway. The next day, I cleared around my neighbor’s mailbox and was in the process of doing mine when I saw a young woman flailing her arms and pointing at me. She had pulled into the gas station on the corner and parked her car. At first, I thought she was looking for a residence, but she proceeded toward me.

Dressed in office work attire and suede boots, she hurried across the highway.

“Let me shovel for you,” she said.

Surprised, I replied, “You’re in dress clothes and this kind of work keeps me alive.”

“The snow is heavy. I shoveled around my mailbox yesterday,” she persisted.

I wrapped my arms around her, declined again, and thanked her for her kindness. “I’m a writer, ” I laughed. “This is definitely an earth angel story.”

She smiled and walked back to her car.

Let’s remember acts of kindness on Valentine’s Day. Driving an elderly person to the grocery store, getting their mail, delivering a hot meal or warm cookies to a shut-in is a real treat. Of course, the “I’m buying your meal” to the car behind you in a fast-food lane is always welcomed. An afternoon break for an overwhelmed mother with young children is a perfect gift. And who doesn’t like candy? I can guarantee whatever you do in love will be blessed.

Happy Valentine’s Day!

 

My good friend, Julie, gifted me with button potholders for Christmas. I loved the idea and decided to make a few of my own.

I purchased the potholders from the Dollar Tree. We both used embroidery floss.

The big Mason jar of buttons belonged to my mom, and the contemporary ones are from my collection. I gave potholders, made with my mom’s buttons, to family members. They have extra special meaning because my mom passed away twenty years ago.

This is a cute addition to a potluck casserole, family gathering, banquet or any other function. The potholders are inexpensive. If left behind, it’s not a big loss.

I made four to gift with pots and pans I purchased my granddaughter for Christmas.

I plan to make these throughout the year and include them in next year’s Christmas gifts.

Thank you, Julie, for this wonderful idea.

 

For unto you is born this day…a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.         Luke 2:11

If you need a cute last-minute Christmas tree craft for children, this fork painted tree is fun. I found the original design on Pinterest. You can tweak it and let children create with their own ideas. We made trees in our preschool church class. The children’s director creates handmade cards and used stamps and punches for the star and gifts under the tree. Children can use scraps of paper. Supplies needed are listed below. Have fun.

   

Supplies:

• white cardstock
• green craft paint
• plastic forks
• confetti for bulbs
• blow dryer (dry tree slightly before adding confetti)
• glue
• colored cardstock or scraps of paper
• large piece of scrap paper to work on
• optional:  stamps and punches for the star and gifts

    Merry Christmas

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Happy New Year!