Joyful Expressions
First, I'd like to wish you a Happy New Year! We have had a sickly home so I have either been taking care of people or being the one taken care of. As of today, looks like we are all on the mend, so I designed these few simple Valentine cards for you to enjoy. These are simple 5x7 cards for you to download, print and add your own special message inside. I am busy designing more tea towels … [Read more...]
Here we are in full swing of Christmas! Many of you have already purchased gifts and perhaps have them wrapped. Here are some gift wrap patterns for you to download and print on 11x17 paper. You can even make your own boxes like I did to package up your gifts. Here's some great directions I found. Origami Box Cyber Monday is in full swing in my shop. I hope you … [Read more...]
It's been almost a month since my last post. I hope you are well and happy that it's back to school time. Summer can't last forever... right? It feels right to get back on schedule with school, sports and lots of fall leaves, pumpkins and family fun outings! Okay, now to show you the new collection and the freebie. Here's the new collection: Kitchen art prints and towels which were … [Read more...]
It's nearly Mother's Day! 13 more days... May 13th! I'm a Mom, I have a Mom, I even know a few very special Moms! And, I bet you do too! Something you don't know about me is Mother's Day is extra special for me. My daughter was born on May 11th, Mother's Day, in 1986. I named her Jessica, which means "gift from God." And she truly is a gift from God, to me. She's spunky, stubborn, has a … [Read more...]
If you follow me on Facebook you know I'm Downton Abbey OBSESSED! I've watched every episode twice from start to finish. I've watched interviews and behind the scenes footage.. and I simply cannot get enough! I love the ending of Season 2!!!! I won't give it away if you haven't watched. TODAY! is the last day you can watch is on PBS for free :( So, if you haven't started watching, you … [Read more...]
My last post was all about making people happy with my designs, making a difference in someone else's life. Well, today has been a ROUGH day. I'll just be honest here and say Menopause is a B#!&! Some of you know what I mean, some of you are still chasing around your sweeties and trying to get them to eat their carrots. There are pros and cons to both times in your life. So my goal today … [Read more...]
Two days until the BIG LOVE DAY! My husband and I do not extend BIG OVERTURES of love to each other on this day. We usually just hand each other a card, we kiss and move on with our day. This year I decided to make something for him that was a bit more romantic. We've had a difficult year and we've remain strong in our love and commitment to each other. So, I just wanted him to know he's still … [Read more...]
As many of you know that read my blog, I am a Christian woman. So, when I read the Simple Sunday from my friends, Heather and Vanessa, who blog at- At the Picket Fence, I knew I wanted to get involved. After reading Susan's post from the blog, My Place to Yours, I knew I must get involved. Hope Unlimited is a ministry that take seriously the call to care for the “least of these.” They … [Read more...]
Each Friday I will be participating in a Font Friday post with fellow bloggers who love fonts/typography! I hope you enjoy these posts. Many times I will share where you can download FREE fonts. Today, I am doing double duty... or continuing a freebie offer that was offered by my other Font Friday Friends last week. The crew was given the fun font Skunkling by Jason Mark Jones to create lots of … [Read more...]
Good Morning! It's Font Friday! This is a very special Font Friday! The crew has teamed up to offer a round of free downloads, all using the font Skunkling. This clever font was designed by typographer Jason Mark Jones. It was originally created for the Design*Sponge and Veer "Design your Own Alphabet" contest and he won! So, there's lots of fun happening with Font Friday Friends. 1) Go to … [Read more...]
It's been a hurry up and wait kind of day! I took my son to Urgent Care because he was a passenger in a car accident Sunday and his back was still hurting. There are no breaks, just spasms. So, he got some meds to help him feel better. I always enjoy spending time reading blogs in the evening. I have two new favorites I wanted to share with you for two different reasons. At the Picket Fence is a … [Read more...]
