Rock Garden

I was given the sweetest gift a couple of Christmases ago, it was a beautifully Decorated Rock from a very dear coworker. I have always treasured the gift and decided to copy the same idea and create a rock garden for our front flower bed. I would doodle on the rocks while watching my little ones, so no "extra" time was invested.

Words of Encouragement was my inspiration and on each rock I included Scripture after being inspired by Psalms 148:5~ 
"Let all things praise
    the name of the Lord,
    because they were created

    at His command."

Here is a sample of a few of them:

My Rocks aren't really works of art, but they do proclaim truth. Already they have become conversation starters with my oldest and visitors. 

Hope you are can take this idea and run with it. :)

Tips for Success:

-Use SMOOTH rocks

-Use permanent markers

-Spray rocks with water proof coating

-Place in shaded areas for colorfastness 

Blessings~

Bicycle Wheel Wall Piece

Using a bicycle wheel as wall art seemed like a good and unique idea. My mind was set, I went, found one, and put it in my classroom so I could use it to display my notes and pictures. (I hung it up using command strips so they'd be strong enough to hold the weight and not damage the walls). Initially the students were confused by my choice in decoration, but it didn't take long for them to admit that it was a "cool" concept. 

So it's been over a year and I found that same old wheel and Caleb said he could use it in his room. Obviously, this made me feel good. My idea was 'cool' enough for my little man, which is the greatest compliment ever. :)

We are slowly adding pictures and knick knacks. 

Painted Dish Detergent Jar

I discovered another use for old jars!! :)

I know, thrilling. 

Caleb wanted to help me with my jar paintings, so I gave him his own project. 

After looking at his finished piece, not only did I want to keep it (it's artwork) but I wanted to figure out how to use it. 

So I decided to use it as a dish detergent holder. 

I hope you can use this idea and make something beautiful and useful with your little ones. 

Blessings!!!

T-Shirt Quilt

It is in my opinion (which isn't very experienced, but still my opinion) that T-shirt quilts should be simple and special. Simple squares and a simple colored fleece are all that is needed.  After all, the t-shirts hold the memories and you are just 'piecing' them together.  :) 

I would like to encourage you to use this time before the hectic holiday season to consider making a quilt for the special people in your life. I made this one for my brother and it is now being regularly used on my nephew's bed. What a blessing!

Wooden Signs 2

Recycled Play Table

Our much loved train table was perfect. Perfect to play on, create on, and snack on. But there came a day when little brother could not only pull up on the train table, but could climb and sit on it causing mass destruction.

Therefore, I had to come up with a cheap alternative which resulted in this recycled play table. 

I took apart an old card table from my parent's shop, spray painted the base and then recovered the top. 

We have a collection of old calendars Caleb loves and also play mats that have come with various toys so I decided to use those to cover the table. 

Caleb and I had some fun quality time and made the table even more unique by adding stickers. Once we were finished 'decorating', I used plastic vinyl to seal the deal. 

I know the lighting is off, but here it is, a totally free and totally recycled play table. The perfect height to keep my big guy happy. :)



Many Blessings!!

Simple Scripture Signs

The collection of wood scraps in the garage was calling out to me and I just had to do something...
So I decided to make some signs to go above my youngest son's closest doors. My goal was to make them bright, colorful, and most importantly, proclaim a truth. I decided to use Micah 6:8.

"What does the Lord require of you?
To act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with your God."
 Micah 6:8

By using leftover acrylic paint and a black paint pen I was able to bring some scripture into the room and utilize the space.

Sorry for the bad lighting and blurred picture.

Blessings!!