A Walk Downtown in the Snow
As promised, I went out yesterday early evening, and then a little later when it was dark, to takes some photos of downtown Lititz all decked out for Christmas. The Moravian people settled in Lititz...
View ArticleAuld Lang Syne
Auld Lang SyneShould auld acquaintance be forgot, and never brought to mind?Should auld acquaintance be forgot, and auld lang syne? For auld lang syne, my dear, for auld lang syne. We'll take a...
View ArticleKnock Off Ballard Designs Wall Clock for under $15
This project was one that came about by accident. Last fall, I stopped by one of my favorite antique/junk haunts. It was a great day because I found a lot of wonderful things - a barn door covered...
View ArticleHis Eye is on the Sparrow and Grace
I've been busy adding new items to my Etsy shop - so busy, that I haven't had a blog post in a week! So, I thought I would share two of the new items that I've been working on. This is an original...
View ArticleA Sunday Hymn - Churches of Lancaster County
O God, Our Help in Ages PastIsaac Watts ~ 1719O God, our help in ages past, Our hope for years to come;Our shelter from the stormy blast, And our eternal home!Under the shadow of Thy throne Thy...
View ArticleHow I Brightened Up a Dreary Day
Wow, I don't know about the rest of you, but for the past two days, PA has been under a cloud - literally! It has been so drizzly, cold, and foggy - fog that hangs out ALL day! What is really just a...
View ArticleBaby it's Cold Outside - Update to Hot Cocoa Station
One thing that has remained since all the Christmas trims were put away is the hot cocoa station. We still have a lot of winter left here in PA, so I decided it needed to be spruced up for the next...
View ArticleStenciled Wall and a Sneak Peak
Today I wanted to share a project I completed before Christmas. I entered a giveaway over at DIY by Design for Cutting Edge Stencils and I won! I had looked at the Cutting Edge site when I entered...
View ArticleA Sunday Hymn - Churches of Lancaster County
Blest Be the Tie That BindsJohn Fawcett, 1740 - 1817 Hans G. Naegeli, 1773 - 1836Blest be the tie that binds Our hearts in Christian love! The fellowship of kindred minds Is like to that...
View ArticleMy Winter Mantel
My winter mantel started with the pom-pom garland.Then I made the Pinterest inspired Valentine's Day art with 1 Corinthians 13: 4 - 8. I'll be sharing my templates for this project later this week....
View Article1 Corinthians 13 Valentine's Day Canvas
As promised, today I'm going to share the templates I used for the 1 Corinthians 13: 4 - 8 Valentine's Day art. I started with a 12 x 9 inch artist canvas that I got at 60% off at AC Moore a few...
View ArticleBrightening Up with New Pillows
It's been so cold here in the Northeast and I've been trying to do a bit of brightening up inside. I added some new pillows to my sofa and it's amazing how it makes the color in the sofa seem...
View ArticleI Slip Covered My Cedar Chest!
In my ongoing quest to rid my home of the 90's color palatte, I've made yet another small change towards my goal! I sold three rugs on Craigslist - Yay! Now I need to find replacements, but I haven't...
View ArticleA POP of Green in a Neutral Room
If you follow my blog, you know I've been going to a more neutral color palate in my home. The one thing I can't change in my living room is my sofa - it's only two years old and I do like it still....
View ArticleOnly You Hold the Key to My Heart - Skeleton Key Art
I can't believe it's Friday! This week has flown by! Here's a super simple project for your weekend - maybe you could do it during the big game (if your not into football)! All you need is a simple...
View ArticleSaying Goodbye to Rags
With Caleb in 2001We had a hard weekend here. We had to say goodbye to our dog, Rags. He's been part of our family for the last 13 years, but we adopted him when he was two years old. That means...
View ArticleSome Valentine's Day Love
Last evening I realized that Valentine's Day is just about a week away! I know - with all the Valentine's Day projects out there, how could I forget! It seems like time is flying by. I have so much...
View ArticleSo Happy Together - A Valentine's Day Giveaway!
Today I'm excited to offer you a chance to win this pillow. This is a new design in my Etsy shop that I think is perfect for Valentine's Day, a wedding, anniversary, or really any day! The pillow...
View ArticleFly Away - Paper Bird Tutorial
Way back on January 21, I shared my winter mantel. At the time I promised to share my template for the three dimensional flying birds. I must admit that I did forget, but a reader was kind enough to...
View ArticleA Sunday Hymn - Churches of Lancaster County
And Can It Be That I Should Gain?Charles Wesley1707 - 1788And can it be that I should gain An int'rest in the Savior's blood?Died He for me, who caused His pain For me, who Him to death...
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