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Monday, January 28, 2019

Marvelous Monday #37

Welcome to Monday.  It can be tough getting back into the swing of the things after the weekend.  This is the 37th in a series of blog posts called "Marvelous Monday".  Perhaps in a small way I can help make Monday's a little happier by sharing some crafting projects and also share some Scripture readings. 
Since Valentine's Day February 14, 2019 will be coming up in a few weeks, I thought I would share some Valentine's Day ideas. A simple, yet thoughtful idea would be to write some things that you love about a family member or friend and put that inside of a card. Here are some beautiful ideas for cards (double click the photo to see the photo in more depth):
If you would like to purchase, or create some of the cards pictured above, feel free to contact me. My contact form is in the sidebar of this blog.
Today's Scripture Reading:
"The God of all grace, who has called you to His eternal glory in Christ, will Himself restore, confirm, strengthen and establish you." 1 Peter 5:10
Next week (Monday February 4) I will share some additional Valentine's Day ideas.
May you have a "Marvelous Monday".
Patty





Monday, January 21, 2019

Marvelous Monday #36

Welcome to Monday.  It can be tough getting back into the swing of the things after the weekend.  This is the 36th in a series of blog posts called "Marvelous Monday".  Perhaps in a small way I can help make Monday's a little happier by sharing some crafting projects and also share some Scripture readings. 
Well, today is the day I show how to package up all the beautiful cards that  I have been sharing the past 3 weeks from the "Made To Bloom" card kit. It's a beautiful acetate box that has yellow flowers swirled along the entire box.  The box also has a floral band wrapped around and secured to the side with adhesive. Feel free to double click the photos to see all the detail.
 This is a wonderful way to keep all the cards together, or a beautiful gift for a family member or friend:

Here are photos of all three cards. The kit makes four of each so you would have a total of twelve cards.
If you would like to make a set of these cards or if you would like to purchase a set all completed, feel free to email me. My email address is on the sidebar of this blog.
Today's Scripture:
"I will give thanks to the Lord with my whole heart; I will recount all of your wonderful deeds."
Psalm 9:1
Next week, I will begin sharing some Valentines Day ideas.
May you have a "Marvelous Monday"
Patty






Monday, January 14, 2019

Marvelous Monday #35

Welcome to Monday.  It can be tough getting back into the swing of the things after the weekend.  This is the 35th in a series of blog posts called "Marvelous Monday".  Perhaps in a small way I can help make Monday's a little happier by sharing some crafting projects and also share some Scripture readings. 
I have another card to share with you from the "Made To Bloom" card kit.  This one is also great to have on hand "Congratulations, So Happy For You".  Hope you like this one:

Next week I will share how to package all the cards up so that they are in one place or you could give them as a gift.
Today's Scripture:
"For everything that was written in the past was written to teach us, so that through the endurance taught in the Scriptures and the encouragement they provide we might have hope" Romans 15:4

May you have a "Marvelous Monday".
Patty

Monday, January 7, 2019

Marvelous Monday #34

Welcome to Monday.  It can be tough getting back into the swing of the things after the weekend.  This is the 34th in a series of blog posts called "Marvelous Monday".  Perhaps in a small way I can help make Monday's a little happier by sharing some crafting projects and also share some Scripture readings. 
Here we are-the first Monday in 2019. A New Year and new beginnings.  Do you have any goals or things you would like to accomplish in the New Year? If so, I would love to hear about them.
 One of my goals is to organize all my old photos of my children when they were growing up.  I'll keep you posted on how I plan to accomplish this.
 I'm excited to share another card from the "Made To Bloom" card kit.  "Thinking of You" is always a nice card to have on hand to send to someone to let them know you are thinking of them, no matter what they may be going through.  This card would be sure to brighten their day:

Be sure to check back next week for the third card from this "Made To Bloom" card kit.
Today's Scripture:
"Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous.  Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go."  Joshua 1:9

May you have a "Marvelous Monday".

Patty