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Tuesday, December 29, 2020

Terrific Tuesday #35-Bonus Tuesday In The Month Of December

 ~Hello and welcome to Terrific Tuesday #35~
With an extra Tuesday in December, I like to share photos I take when I go on my walks.
The weather here in Minnesota has been mild for this time of year. As I type this, we do not have any snow, which is unusual. Generally, we have snow cover in December. The pond is in the center of the loop I walk, which is about 2.5 miles. It was so peaceful and serene.


I always like to provide a link to my Joyful Heart Gift Shop if you are looking for some handmade greeting cards or small gifts.

Today's Scripture reading:
Weeping may tarry for the night, but joy comes with the morning. Psalm 30:5.

May you have a Terrific Tuesday and a blessed week.

Patty



Tuesday, December 22, 2020

Terrific Tuesday #34-Product Of The Month

~Hello and welcome to Terrific Tuesday 34~

Each month I like to feature a product from Stampin Up that I use in creating my projects.
This month I'm featuring a card kit called Gorgeous Posies; this kit includes all the elements to create 16 cards, 4 each of 4 designs; the only two things needed are a stamp set and ink. So far, I have created all of the cards in the kit. I plan to purchase another kit because the cards come together so beautifully.


If you would like to purchase a Gorgeous Posies card kit, feel free to contact me. My contact information is on the side-bar of this blog.
Also, in my Joyful Heart Gift Shop, I offer various handmade greeting cards and small gifts for purchase.

Today's Scripture reading:
"The Savior—yes, the Messiah, the Lord—has been born today in Bethlehem, the city of David!"
Luke 2:11

I would like to take this time to say Merry Christmas to you and your family. May you feel the peace of Jesus during the Christmas season and throughout the new year.

Patty








Tuesday, December 15, 2020

Terrific Tuesday #33-My Creating Process

~Hello and welcome to Terrific Tuesday #33~
When I create projects, I always like to seek products from Stampin Up because of the quality and color coordination. This year, they offered a Christmas Countdown Project Kit that included all the elements to create an 11"x11" sized box that houses 25 mini boxes to be decorated. I decided to decorate one for each of my three adult daughters. It was fun to come up with ideas to put inside the mini boxes. Some of the things I put in the boxes were-Bible verses, quotes, candy, toothbrush holders, and mini-post-it notes. I gave them right before December 1st so they could open a box each day until December 25th. So far, they are really enjoying opening the boxes. Here is a photo of the three of the completed boxes:

If you are looking for some unique handmade greeting cards or small gifts, my Joyful Heart Gift Shop
offers a selection to choose from.

Today's Scripture reading:
"Jesus told him, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one can come to the Father except through me." John 4:16.

May you have a Terrific Tuesday and a blessed week.

Patty





Tuesday, December 8, 2020

Terrific Tuesday #32-What To Write In A Christmas Card

~Hello and welcome to Terrific Tuesday #32~
With Christmas fast approaching, and perhaps you will be sending out some Christmas cards. Today, I would like to offer some suggestions on what to write on the inside of Christmas cards:
  • Unwrap yourself in a Merry Christmas!
  • Merry Christmas with lots of love.
  • Christmas begins with Christ.
  • May your heart be lifted in praise this Christmas for the wonderful gift of Jesus and the joy He brings to our lives.
  • Sharing with you the glory, wonder, and miracle of this holy season. Oh, come, let us adore Him.
My Joyful Heart Gift Shop offers items to purchase.


Today's Scripture reading:
"For I'm convinced that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor things present, nor things to come, nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor any other created things, shall be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord." Romans 8:38-39.

May you have a Terrific Tuesday and a blessed week.

Patty















Tuesday, December 1, 2020

Terrific Tuesday #31 Handmade Card Ministry


 ~Hello, and welcome to Terrific Tuesday #31~

As we begin a new month, I would like to extend an invitation to send a handmade card in the mail to you or anyone you may know.  Feel free to comment below or contact me. My contact form is on the side-bar of this blog.  


Today's Scripture reading:
"Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good. His love endures forever." (Psalm 136:1).

May you have Terrific Tuesday and a blessed week.

Patty




Tuesday, November 24, 2020

Terrific Tuesday #30-Product Of The Month

~ Hello, and welcome to Terrific Tuesday #30~
Each month I like to feature a product from Stampin Up that I use in creating my projects.
This month I'm featuring the Mini Coffee Carriers. There are 8 in a pack and come flat for easy decorating. Using patterned paper, ribbon, and stamps,
they can be turned into a beautiful gift presentation.
The possibilities are endless as to what to fill them with:
Candy
Socks
Notes




My Joyful Heart Gift Shop offers items for purchase.


Today's Scripture Reading:
"This is the day the Lord has made. Let us rejoice and be glad in it." Psalm 118:24.

May you have a Terrific Tuesday and a blessed week.
Patty

 


Tuesday, November 17, 2020

Terrific Tuesday #29-My Creating Process

 ~Hello, and welcome to Terrific Tuesday #29~
On November 14, 2020,  I was a vendor at the Farmers Market this past Saturday, selling my handmade cards and small gifts. We used caution by wearing masks, using hand sanitizer, and maintaining 6 ft social distance because of the pandemic. This was my first time setting up since January; it was nice to be back.
Here are a few photos of my set up:

If you are looking for some unique, one of a kind, handmade cards and gifts, my Joyful Heart Gift Shop
has a wide variety to choose from.
Today's Scripture Readings:
"I am leaving you with a gift-a peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift world cannot give. So don't be troubled or afraid." John 14:27.

May you have a Terrific Tuesday and a blessed week.

Patty






Tuesday, November 10, 2020

Terrific Tuesday #28-What To Write In A Thanksgiving Card

 ~Hello, and welcome to Terrific Tuesday #28~
With Thanksgiving coming on Thursday, November 26, 2020, perhaps you will be sending out Thanksgiving cards. Today, I would like to offer a few suggestions on what to write on the inside of  a Thanksgiving card:
  • Giving thanks to you, with a very grateful heart.
  • May this season bring you smiles and love that last all year long.
  • Gather together and give thanks. 
  • "Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good; His love endures forever." 1 Chronicles 16:34
  • "I always thank my God for you because of His grace given you in Christ Jesus." 1 Corinthians 1:4

If you are looking for some handmade, one-of-a-kind cards, my Joyful Heart Gift Shop has various offers.

Today's Scripture Readings: 
"And now we thank you, our God, and praise Your glorious name." 1 Chronicles 29:13.

May you have a Terrific Tuesday and a blessed week.

Patty


Tuesday, November 3, 2020

Terrific Tuesday #27-Handmade Card Ministry

~Hello and welcome to Terrific Tuesday #27~

As we begin a new month, I would like to extend an invitation to send a handmade card in the mail to you or anyone you may know.  Feel free to comment below or contact me. My contact form is on the side-bar of this blog.  


Today's Scripture Reading:
"Carry each other's burdens, and this way, you will fulfill the law of Christ."  Galatians 6:2.

May you have a Terrific Tuesday and a blessed week.

Patty

 

Tuesday, October 27, 2020

Terrific Tuesday #26-My Creating Process

Hi, there-welcome to Terrific Tuesday #26.
Each month I like to share my creating process. 
Recently I received some scrapbook paper scraps leftover from a project a friend was working on.
She said I was free to do whatever I would like with them. So, I cut them up and created mini cards. My plan is to sell them at boutique shop.  Here is a sample of some of the mini cards.
In another creative process, my three daughters came over last weekend for our third annual October Fest. We gather for dinner which includes chili, cornbread, salad, and apple crisp. During our time together, we decorated mini pumpkins with sharpie markers. I enjoyed seeing how they each took their own spin on decorating their pumpkins. I would like to share a photo of our completed pumpkins.

Are you looking for some unique, one of kind, handmade greeting cards? In my Joyful Heart Gift Shop
I have a variety to choose from.
Today's Scripture Readings:
"The Lord is good to those who depend on Him, to those who search for Him." Lamentations 3:25

May you have Terrific Tuesday and a blessed week.

Patty







 

Tuesday, October 20, 2020

Terrific Tuesday #25-Product Of The Month



 Hello, welcome to Terrific Tuesday #25.
My product of the month is the gold cards and envelopes from Stampin Up.  These adorable
vanilla cards have a gold foil on the edges, perfect for adding a stamped image or a note.
I spent some time using these cards and just absolutely loved working with them.  The photo on the right is the result of using gold cards and envelopes.


If you are looking for some unique handmade cards, I have a variety to choose from in my Joyful Heart Gift Shop.
Today's Scripture Reading:
"Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I 
will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." Isaiah 41:10 

May you have a blessed week and a Terrific Tuesday.

Patty



Tuesday, October 13, 2020

Terrific Tuesday #24-What To Write In A Baby Card For Someone That May Be Expecting Twins

 Hello and welcome to Terrific Tuesday #24
Last month I talked about what to write on the inside of a baby card in this post. Today, I would like to offer some ideas for someone that may be expecting twins.
  • Double the joy, double the blessing.
  • May your twins bring to you double the fun.
  • Two little blessings sent from above, twice the smiles, twice the love.
  • Sometimes when you pray for a miracle, God gives you two.
  • May you feel the guidance from God each step of the way as you parent these precious babies. 
Are you looking for some unique, one of a kind cards? In my Joyful Heart Gift Shop I offer a wide variety of handmade cards.

Today's Scripture Reading:
"Come to Me, all who are weary and heavy laden, and I will give you rest."  Matthew 11:28

May you have a Terrific Tuesday and blessed week.

Patty



Tuesday, October 6, 2020

Terrific Tuesday #23-Handmade Card Ministry

 ~Handmade Card Ministry~

Welcome to Terrific Tuesday #23

As we begin a new month I would like to extend an invitation to send a handmade card in the mail to you or anyone you may know. Feel free to comment below or contact me.  My contact form is on the side-bar of this blog.




Today's Scripture Reading:
"Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good; for His lovingkindness is everlasting."  Psalm 118

May you have a Terrific Tuesday and a blessed week.

Patty

Tuesday, September 29, 2020

Terrific Tuesday #22-Bonus Tuesday The Month Of September

 Welcome to Terrific Tuesday #22.
With an extra Tuesday in the month of September, I would like to share a photo I took of the morning sunrise. God provides beauty beyond words. 

Are you looking for some handmade cards for purchase? In my Joyful Heart Gift Shop I offer a variety of cards for purchase.
Today's Scripture Reading:
"This is the day which the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it."  Psalm 118:24

May you have Terrific Tuesday and a blessed week.

Patty




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Tuesday, September 22, 2020

Terrific Tuesday #21-My Creating Process

 Welcome to Terrific Tuesday #21
I would like to share something that helps me in my creating process. Keeping my supplies organized and at my fingertips is very helpful. Using storage units from Stampin Up provides the perfect solution.
Here is a photo using these units. 




If you are looking for some handmade cards for purchase, I offer a variety of cards in my
Joyful Heart Gift Shop for purchase.

Today's Scripture Reading:
"The Lord is my strength and my shield." Psalm 28:7.

May you have a Terrific Tuesday and a blessed week.

Patty






Tuesday, September 15, 2020

Terrific Tuesday #20-Product Of The Month

Hello, and welcome to Terrific Tuesday #20.
My product of the month is an embellishment that can be used in so many different ways-Ribbon.
Ribbon can be used on handmade cards, gift tags, gift packages, and craft decore.
I'm sharing today Stampin Up's Basket Weave and Metallic Ribbon combo pack. There two options in this pack, the mint green color has a soft woven texture and the copper ribbon is a shiny metallic. Both projects use this ribbon:
In my Joyful Heart Gift Shop I offer a variety of cards and small gifts for purchase.

Today's Scripture Reading:
"In the beginning, God created the heaven and the earth." Genesis 1:1

May you have a Terrific Tuesday and a blessed week.

Patty













Tuesday, September 8, 2020

Terrific Tuesday #19-What To Write In A Baby Card

Hello, and welcome to Terrific Tuesday #19
When I create handmade cards, I generally leave the inside blank to allow you to write your own personalized message. Perhaps there are times you are unsure as to what to write in a baby card. Here are a few ideas:

  • So tiny, so small, so loved by all.
  • Welcome baby, so happy you're here.
  • Hello, little one.
  • Congratulations on the arrival of your precious baby. 
  • May your new child bring you a lifetime of blessings. 
Bible verses are always nice to include as well:
  • "Behold, children are a gift of  Lord." Psalm 127:3
  • "For this child, I have prayed and the Lord has granted the desires of my heart."  1 Samuel 1:27.
In my Joyful Heart Gift Shop I offer a variety of cards to choose from.

Today's Scripture Reading:
"For I am confident of this very thing, that He who began a good work in you will perfect it until the day of Christ Jesus." Philippians 1:6.

May you have a Terrific Tuesday and a blessed week.

Patty

Tuesday, September 1, 2020

Terrific Tuesday #18-Handmade Card Ministry

~Handmade Card Ministry~

Welcome to Terrific Tuesday #18
As we begin a new month I would like to extend an invitation to send a handmade card in the mail to you or anyone you may know. Feel free to comment below or contact me.  My contact form is on the side-bar of this blog.



Today's Scripture Readings:
"A good name is more desired than great riches. Favor is better than silver and gold. The rich and poor have a common bond. The Lord is the maker of them all.  Proverbs 22:1-2

May you have a Terrific Tuesday and a blessed week.

Patty

Tuesday, August 25, 2020

Terrific Tuesday #17-My Creating Process Of The Month

Welcome to Terrific Tuesday #17
My Creating Process Of The Month

When I create my handmade cards, I like to have a variety of sizes available. The folded card size I'm sharing today is 4 1/4" x 3 1/4".
  • Using a 3"x4" patterned card, I stamped my sentiment.
  • To add depth and dimension to the stamped 3"x4" patterned card I place foam dots on the back.
  • This piece is placed on the 4 1/4" x 3 1/4" card base.
  • Inside I stamped a flower image to add a little extra for the recipient.
  • The inside is left blank to add a personalized message.
  • The envelopes are lined with a yellow floral pattern, I think this is so pretty. It adds a nice touch.
     





In my Joyful Heart Gift Shop I offer a variety of cards to choose from.


Today's Scripture Reading:
"Shout joyfully to the Lord, all the earth. Serve the Lord with gladness." Psalm 100:1-2.

May you have a Terrific Tuesday and a blessed week.

Patty















Tuesday, August 18, 2020

Terrific Tuesday #16-Product Of The Month

Hello, and welcome to Terrific Tuesday #16
When I create handmade cards I use products from Stampin Up. Each year they introduce five new what are called In Colors. These colors are good for two years. I always enjoy the creative names they use for each color. This year we have the following colors:
Bumble Bee
Cinnamon Cider
Just Jade
Magenta Madness
Misty Moonlight




Next week, I will share a project using some of these colors.
In my Joyful Heart Gift Shop I offer a wide variety of greeting cards and small gifts.

Today's Scripture Reading:
"Let us, therefore, draw near with confidence to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and may find grace to help in the time of need." Hebrews 4:16.

May you have a Terrific Tuesday and a blessed week.

Patty






Tuesday, August 11, 2020

Terrific Tuesday #15-What To Write In A Wedding Card

Hello, and welcome to Terrific Tuesday #15



~What to write in a wedding card~
When I create handmade cards, I generally leave the inside blank to allow your own personalized message.  Perhaps there are times when you are unsure as to what to write. Here are a few ideas:
  • A Bible verse is always nice to include-"Therefore, what God has joined together, let no one separate." Mark 10:9.
  • Here's to a lifetime full of happiness and love.
  • So honored to spend this happy occasion with you and your family.
  • Today is the beginning of your next chapter. Here's to both of you!
  • Thank you for letting me/us share in your special day. I/We wish you all the happiness in the world.
  • Wishing you well as you embark on this next chapter of life. Cheers!
  In my Joyful Heart Gift Shop, I offer a variety of cards for all occasions.

 Today's Scripture Reading:
"Peace I leave you; My peace I give to you; not as the world gives, do I give you. Let your heart not be troubled, nor let it be fearful." John 14:27

May you have a Terrific Tuesday and a blessed week.

Patty






Tuesday, August 4, 2020

Terrific Tuesday #14-Handmade Card Ministry

~Handmade Card Ministry~

Welcome to Terrific Tuesday #14
As we begin a new month I would like to extend an invitation to send a handmade card in the mail to you or anyone you may know. Feel free to comment below or contact me.  My contact form is on the side-bar of this blog.

Today's Scripture Reading:
"I will lift up my eyes to the mountain: where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth. Psalm 121: 1-2

May you have a Terrific Tuesday and a blessed week.

Patty