What is growing in my garden?

Hello,

I have been enjoying planting vegetables and cooking them. We have been eating green beans, onions, carrots and zucchini. I planted one plant and it has grown and grown. I forgot what I planted. Looking at it I thought maybe I would be getting some cucumbers. No fruit was budding so I had no clue what was to come.

Today I took a peek and look what I found hidden beneath the vines. It is either watermelon or cantaloupe. I will know for sure in a few weeks.

This is what happen when you don't pick the zucchini quick enough. They can grow bigger than a can of vegetables. This size is better for making bread with. Homemade zucchini bread is YUMMY!!

I have a corn stalk growing here. I really don't expect anything from it. I found out your supposed to plant a few together for them to cross breed. I didn't plant enough and I ran out of planting space.

My tomatoes and bell peppers never did come up. I will have to plant some more this weekend. We still have enough summer ahead to get some growing.

Blessings, Diane

Women of Faith Pink Lemonade party

Spring Banner

Hello,

I can tell Spring is trying to overcome Winter. The leaves of future flowers are poking up through the ground as the dirt warms. I know some of these flowers as they have sprung up from seeds left behind since they last bloomed for the past couple of years. I am looking forward to the return of their beautiful blossoms. I planted a vegetable garden recently and now have vegetables in my garden starting to show themselves towards the sun. I have eaten a couple of radishes and the bunny has been enjoy the greens of those radishes and the stems of the broccoli. I have a Spring banner project I wanted to share with you today. It is one of those chilly days outside but I didn't let the cold detour me from making something that says happy and cheerful. I will have kits available for sale at my upcoming classes for only $5.00.

Enjoy,

Blessings, Diane

Helping Others - Project to share

Hello,

I recently went to an event with my friend Janet. It was a girls night out put on by the Fish Radio station. Featured artist was Heather Williams, a wonderful singer and a amazing story of her life. Special guest was Caroline Barnett from the Dream Center in L.A.. We had a wonderful time at the event. They also had many vendors there to talk with. I had an opportunity to speak with a woman that is involved with the Dream Center in a new ministry to their already many wonderful ministries. She is involved with the ministry that is helping to rescue girls from human trafficking. You may not have heard of human trafficking or even believe it exist right here in the United States or even right here in our own backyard of California, but it does. I have some friends that have been involved with another organization for awhile. I really didn't know how bad this is until the statics were shared with me. I asked this woman how I could help. She mentioned a couple of ways and crafting came up. Well you all know that I have been blessed with the ability to do many crafts and believe that the skills and knowledge is not for myself but to share and teach others. I offered to plan a project for the girls. I took time today to test out my idea and made a couple of samples. I am pleased how they turned out. I decided to decorate picture frames. The message to mat the photo on says "Beautiful One I Adore". I want these girls to know that they are beautiful and adored by God. I want to take their picture and have them put it into the frame they will get to decorate. A picture to remind them of their new life and beginning and to know they have a God that loves and adores them. A bible verse that came to me is from
Psalm 18: 1 - 6 How I love you, LORD! You are my defender. The LORD is my protector; he is my strong fortress. My God is my protection, and with him I am safe. He protects me like a shield; he defends me and keeps me safe. I call to the LORD, and he saves me from my enemies. Praise the LORD! The danger of death was all around me; the waves of destruction rolled over me. The danger of death was around me, and the grave set its trap for me. In my trouble I called to the LORD; I called to my God for help. In his temple he heard my voice; he listened to my cry for help.
There are millions of people in slavery across the world. We can do something to help.
I know personally how I feel when I accomplish something and many of you have shared with me how you feel when you get to be creative. Having the chance to have a creative outlet can be a healing experience.
Here are some facts out human trafficking. There are many more opportunities you can help the Dream Center. There are many more organizations that could use volunteers. Check out today what you can do to make someone else's life better.

http://www.dreamcenter.org/outreach/RescueProject/Ways.html
These are the frames I made today. I think the girls would really enjoy making one of their own and personalizing it for themselves.

Blessings, Diane

Hello,

Here are photos of cards we will be making at my upcoming class. Check calendar for details.
I will also be having a clearance sale that day.
Hope to see you.





Blessings, Diane

Vote for Craig-Norwalk City Council

Hello,

My husband Craig is running for Norwalk City Council. We hope you will vote for him March 8th. We appreciate your support.

Blessings, Diane

Valentine Banner - Available to order kit

Hello,

The LOVE Valentine banner is now available to order.

For details of the kits and to place your order click here!

If you want to attend the class check the calendar for details.

Blessings, Diane

Valentine Explosion Box

Hello,

I spent my weekend making this wonderful Explosion Box. I do still need to add photos but was too excited I finished my project I wanted to take photos to share. I used the My Digital Studio software from Stampin' Up! to create the images I added to the project. The paper is retired paper from Stampin' Up!. The explosion box was created using a blank from Pinecone Press. I love this blank because it saves me time. I don't have to make my box first to decorate. I just get to the fun of creating. I also love that is blank has pockets so you can add tags. I use the tags for journaling or adding more photos. You can purchase your own blank here.

This is the box with the lid on top. Side view of box.

Inside of box opened.

Closer view inside box.

Tags added to picture here.

Closer view with tags.

Another side of inside box with tags.

Closer view inside box.

Another view inside box.

The My Digital Studio sheet I created.Please feel free to leave a comment.

Blessings, Diane

Christmas Card class Tea Party

Hello,

Yes, I am very late posting these photos. I even had a few days off from work and was still too busy to share these with you. Before my Christmas card class I hosted a Tea Luncheon. The ladies had a very nice time. It was great to share conversation with people that hadn't seen each other for awhile. I really do enjoy the event. I should have these luncheons more often. Such a waste of my tea pots and cups to collect dust in the cupboard. But more importantly I enjoy the company of friends and what better way to share time with them enjoying a meal also. Thanks bunches ladies for joining me for the day.
Blessings, Diane

Valentine "LOVE" banner

Hello,

I created this LOVE banner using the new valentine paper from Pinecone Press. I really like the soft muted colors. I did use chipboard as the base to give strength to the banner so I can use it again year after year. The papers have patterns on both sides. You can choose to use the other side pattern to give your banner a different look. I really like the Valentine Love banner.

I will be hosting a class for this project on Wednesday, February 2nd. See calendar for more details.

If your not able to attend the class I will have kits available for purchase.

Kits will cost $15.00 plus shipping.

I will get a PayPal button up in a couple of days so you can place an on-line order.

Enjoy!

Blessings, Diane

More Gift Boxes

Hello,

Here are some gift boxes with some paper piecing pieces I made. These will be included in your kit along with many more pieces to decorate your boxes.

The Santa and Melted snowman took some time to make but I think they sure turned out cute.

They will be a wonderful accent to your boxes.

Blessings, Diane

Christmas Boxes

Hello,

I have been busy making some Christmas boxes. I will soon have available box blanks and kits for sale. I really enjoy making boxes. With a blank you can decorate however you choose to fit the gift you are giving. Enjoy what I have created so far. Which one is your favorite. Please feel free to leave a comment.

Blessings, Diane

Christmas Open House Project Night

Hello,

Do you need to make a last minute Christmas project? I will be having an Open House night on Tuesday, December 7th. 6:30 pm to 9:15 pm.

This is a great time to work on Christmas cards. I will have Christmas card kits available for $1.00 each. Make as many as you want.
I have several other projects that would make wonderful gifts. Photo albums and more.
Need some gift boxes? I have several box dies you can use. Just bring some cardstock so you can cut them out.
I also have some cute Tag dies you can use to cut out tags for your presents.
There will also be some paper scraps available for you to use.

Hope to see you.
Blessings, Diane

Christmas Card Class coming soon!

Hello,

Tis the Season! Can you believe it, Christmas will be here soon. Where has all the time gone. Seems each years passes faster than the one before. I don't dare blink, I'll have a part of my life just flash on by.

I have been busy for a few days planning Christmas cards and cutting tons of paper. Still more paper to cut. Here are the cards I have planned for this years class. I will post the date and time on the calendar as soon as I figure it all out. I am planning a two day event. One day will include a Tea Party before the class. Space is limited. Looking forward to seeing you.

Cute Witch Shoe Card

Hello,

I really enjoyed creating this card. It is super easy to make.


The card base is black cardstock cut 6" x 9" and folded in half.

The decorated paper is by Pinecone Press.

The green cardstock measures 5 3/4" x 4 1/4". Ink edges with black ink. Ink and stamp any spider image you have to front of card. Adhere layer to card base.

Download and cut out Pattern for Witch Shoe. Ink edges of shoe.

Cut out 4 buckles from orange cardstock. I used a Stampin' Up! punch. Glue to shoe as shown. Add purple rhienstones for buttons.

Cut a length of ribbon 7" - 8" long. Use thread to gather along bottom edge to width of shoe. Use red line tape along top edge of shoe and adhere ribbon. apply red line tape to the ribbon that will adhere to card. Add pop dots to back of shoe. Adhere shoe to front of card.

Let me know what you think. Enjoy!

Blessings, Diane