Creative Retreat In A Box

Tuesday, May 18, 2021

Terrific Tuesday #55-My Creating Process

 ~Hello and welcome Terrific Tuesday #55~
I use products from Stampin Up when I create my handmade cards. The color coordination and quality are by far the best I have found (in my humble opinion, of course).  On May 4, 2021, new products were released. I like taking time to look through the Stampin Up Catalog for fresh ideas. If you would like a hard copy of this catalog, feel free to let me know. My contact form is on the sidebar of this blog.

Recently, I  added new products to my Joyful Heart Gift Shop.

Today's Scripture reading;
"being confident of this, that He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus." Philippians 1:6


May you have a Terrific Tuesday and a great week.







Tuesday, May 11, 2021

Terrific Tuesday-#54-What To Write In A Wedding Anniversary Card

 ~Hello and welcome to Terrific Tuesday #54~

A wedding anniversary is a beautiful thing to recognize with a greeting card either for your spouse, family members, or friends. Since what is said in a card to a spouse would be different than what would be said in a card for family members or friends, I'm offering some suggestions for both.

Ideas for spouse:
~So in love with you.
~You had me at hello.
~My life is better because you're in it.
~I love our life together.
~Our hearts are meant to be together.

Ideas for family members or friends:
~Wishing you joy and blessings.
~Another year, another great reason to celebrate.
~Happy Anniversary to a very special couple.
~A Bible verse: "Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves." Romans 12:10. You two are a beautiful example of this. Happy Anniversary!

In my Joyful Heart Gift Shop I offer a variety of handmade greeting cards and small gifts.

Today's Scripture reading:
"And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love." 1 Corinthians 13:13

May you have a Terrific Tuesday and a blessed week.









Tuesday, May 4, 2021

Terrific Tuesday #53-Handmade Card Ministry

~Terrfic Tuesday #53~
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. My contact information is on the sidebar of this blog.


Today's Scripture reading:
"When anxiety was great within me, your consolation brought joy to my soul.” Psalm 94:19 NIV)

May you have a Terrific Tuesday and a blessed week.









Tuesday, April 27, 2021

Terrific Tuesday #52-Product Of The Month

 ~Hello and welcome to Terrific Tuesday #52~
This month I would like to share something very basic, in fact, the name is Basic White Cardstock. I use this cardstock in many ways: 
  • as a card base for many of the handmade cards I create.
  • for all stamped images.
  • when I'm not stamping an image, I will type sentiments on my computer and run this cardstock through my printer.


I offer handmade greeting cards and small gifts in my Joyful Heart Gift Shop.

Today's Scripture readings:
“When I am afraid, I put my trust in you.” Psalm 56:3 (NIV)

May you have a Terrific Tuesday and a blessed week.



Tuesday, April 20, 2021

Terrific Tuesday #51-My Creating Process

 ~Hello, and welcome to Terrific Tuesday #51~
My good friend asked me to decorate gift bags for each of her seventeen grandchildren. It was exciting to have this project to work on.
As a foundation, to begin with, I used white gift bags purchased at a local crafting store. I then added patterned paper to each bag. I made a gift tag with each of their names using matching patterned paper for a personalized touch. Polishing everything off, I tied a ribbon on one handle. Here is a photo of the gift bags all lined up:


I also decorated smaller gift bags in a kraft color for my daughters and nieces. Here is a photo of those bags:

    In my Joyful Heart Gift Shop, I offer a variety of handmade greeting cards and small gifts.

Today's Scripture reading:
"In the beginning, was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God." John 1:1 (NIV)

May you have a Terrific Tuesday and a blessed week.







Tuesday, April 13, 2021

Terrific Tuesday #50-What To Write In A Get Well Card

~Hello and welcome to Terrific Tuesday #50~
When someone is not feeling well, it may help bring them comfort knowing someone thought of sending a card. Here are a few suggestions as to what to write on the inside of the card:
  • If hugs and kisses could cure, you'd be immune to everything! Feel better soon.
  • Wishing you a quick and complete recovery.
  • Sending you healing hugs.
  • May God bless you as you heal.
  • My prayers are with you to feel better soon.
If you would like to find some unique, one-of-a-kind handmade greeting cards, I offer many to choose from in my Joyful Heart Gift Shop.

Today's Scripture reading:
"God is our refuge and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble." Psalm 46:1

May you have Terrific Tuesday and a blessed week.

Patty

Tuesday, April 6, 2021

Terrific Tuesday #49-Handmade Card Ministry

 ~Hello and welcome to Terrific Tuesday #48~
As we begin a new month, I would like to extend an invitation to send in the mail a handmade card to you or someone you may know. My contact form is on the side-bar of this blog.


Today's Scripture reading:
"My heart is not proud, O LORD, my eyes are not haughty. I do not aspire to great matters or things too lofty for me." Psalm 131:1

May you have a Terrific Tuesday and a blessed week.