Monday, December 5, 2011

Opinions, please?

Is that a dangerous request? :)

I need help with a couple of things.  First, below are a couple of photos of some things I purchased recently.  The bird plates came from Tuesday Morning, and cost only $3.99 each!  Score!  I have a place for them, just need to get them put up. 



Here's a close up of the cute little bottles.  I purchased them from Nell Hill's a while back.  Not exactly sure where I'll be using them, but I do want them in this year's Christmas decor.



The one with the bow came with a sheet music scroll in side.  I'm wondering if I should fill the others with something?  If so, what would that be?  It would have to be small, since the openings are small.  I was thinking pearls or crystals.  Maybe tiny evergreens or berries would work? 

What do you think?  Yes, I really want to know.


Now for dilemma #2.  I am working on my mantel shelf (no fireplace).  I am not done yet, but I keep looking at it and something is wonky.  It might be the swag.  Is it not big enough?  I love the purple-reddish bow, but it might be too dark?  I have a more greenery, lights, a fabric banner (which I am still Sewing) to add to the bottom.  Just can't get past this point. 



Again, I want to know what you think.  I know all you creative gals are going to have some great ideas. Bring 'em on! Please...




Sunday, December 4, 2011

Sunday Sermon

Our church women's ministry held its annual Christmas dinner on Friday night.  We had a wonderful time of fellowship & fun.  The theme of the evening was "Christmas Presence". 

The skit was a reminder that the true present of Christmas is God's Presence, given to us as a baby born in a stable; Emmanuel, "God with us"!




Jesus is the Reason for the Season!


Thursday, December 1, 2011

Napkin Folding, Christmas Style

Disclaimer:  The color of the napkins used here, should be reversed.  The red napkin which should be the flower (Poinsettia) was not sturdy enough to hold it's shape.  Of course, I had no spray starch, which helps immensely!  So, just use your imagination and pretend, ok? :)




These are two very easy napkin folds, combined.  The leaves are a Pinwheel fold.  Instructions HERE.  The flower is the Lotus or Rose fold, which I pulled up to form deeper petals.  Instructions HERE.  Add a lighted votive and...

Here is the result. Came up with this for a Tupperware training last night.  Now I'm going to use it myself! :)


What do you do with TWO napkins?  One for dinner; one for dessert!