Christmas

Just wanted to wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas... Each special person who has left comments this year has really blessed my heart. Thank you...
Thank you... Warmest Christmas Blessings for you and your family. Thank you for your blog friendship..Hugs.

Gratitude

I am feeling soo 'Thankful' tonight! For so many reasons...
I recieved an unexpected lovely necklace in the mail today! I don't know who it's from..but whom ever sent it..Thank you.
You guys who have voted for my other blog!! You guys rock! Thank you!! I don't feel like such a "0" zero any more!
I am soo thankful for the privilege of being able to get/make Christmas gifts! I am officially done! There is a family right in my own wee church that it was questionable if they were going to be able to purchase gifts for their small children...and keep their lights on... God provided. He always does!
That is where I'm at tonight... Thankful for God's gift! Jesus!
That is the meaning.. Christmas.. Christ..our gift from our amazing Heavenly Father!
That's right..a gift to you! You don't have to do anything but accept it...
Romans 5 : 15
But the free gift is not like the offense. For if by the one man's offense many died, much more the grace of God and the gift by the grace of the one Man, Jesus Christ, abounded to many.

Hugs....

Thank you Bellas!

Hi! gifts are a goin' around here... some from ...some to!
Amazing how life kicks into high gear this time of year..well, I went to my mail box and I finally received my 'Silver Bella' hoodie! http://www.teresamcfayden.typepad.com/silverbella/
Silver Bella was an event of amazing talent gathering to enjoy some 'Silver' goodness..amazing talents like Teresa Mcfayden..Kim Kwan...Corrine Ayers..lots and lots more..Hope Wallace..oh gosh, the list goes on. The event took place in November, well, I found about the event and this amazing group waay too late to purchase tickets. I was able to order a sweatshirt that commemorated the event... it went on sale waay before ..me, being the wanna be that I am.. I ordered and I was informed that there would be a wait..okay. It's a month later and I still didn't receive the hoodie.

That's me though..the nerd..lookin' in and it would be MY order that was forgotten..oh well..the wall flower..

But I did email the ladies..boy, everyone I spoke with via email were sooo nice and soo genuine! Put it this way... there were circumstances that prevented orders from being filled...I am soo the bug for eva!! So, to make up for the mishap... My hoodie was mailed and then some!! OH MY GOSH!!

the hoodie.. aand an amazingly large bag! Some ephemera.. and then some..
The below..cutest 'bling' crown...

Your generosity ladies is overwhelming!! Thank you!!

There is a new focus now..Paper Bella! http://paperbellastudio.com/kits.html I have signed up for the fun!! You should too!! What an inspiring way to spend the 'Winter blaahs..'

Ready for Christmas? The day to remember Christ's Birth? Almost here...

Hugs.

Busy..Before Birthday

Hi! Busy...Busy day..busy week! I'm sure all you guys are... As always I've waited to the last min. to finally tackle Christmas shopping. Every year I vow I wont and sure enough...
Anyway..It's #2's birthday today! James is 11.
I have some errands to run.. cake to bake. Just thought I'd share a bit real quick. I was so inspired with some of your pink Christmas trees, well I just had to have one! Found this one and it fits perfectly in the bedroom.
I finally finished our Christmas cards! Couldn't find ones I liked so I pickup a few stamps and went to town!lol! Add some glitter and there you have 'em.
Will post more later.
Have a fabulous day!
hugs.

Wreaths and Berries

Nothing says 'Welcome' like a beautiful display..or wreath on a door. Wreaths come in all shapes and sizes..can be elaborate or beautifully simple. Just a little inspiration on this Friday for you. This is a picture of the wreath on my front door.
Here is Beautifully simple...A crisp white door and a small wreath made with spruce,boxwood and cypress branches.
This wreath is beautifully snowy... you can make this yourself using a wreath wire form, attach the silk berry garland and spray with canned snow! Yes, that's right, canned snow...here in the WI., you can just go outside but if you want your snow to last..well it's the next best thing.
(These two wreath photos courtesy of Country Home)
Now..to the berries..The lovely Kari and Kijsa have a post about using cranberries as part of your Holiday decorations..http://kariandkijsa.blogspot.com/
I have seen these... Cranberry and pepperberry luminaries! Since I seem to have put everyone to sleep with my 'Bella Colle' challenge..well, here is something you can make yourselves! Easy and fun.
Fill a metal vase or plastic glass with water. Place cranberries on the bottom and pepperberries on the top. Place a small paper cup weighted down with marbles inside the vase or glass, making sure some of the berries end up along the sides. Freeze over night. Unmold the ice block, peel out the paper cup, and insert a tea light or votive candle! Voila!
Have a happy Friday!
hugs.

Country Christmas

Getting closer and closer..Christmas.. Thought I'd show you around some. This is the wreath on my back door... Made it from goodies I found at Hobby Lobby.
This is actually right across the road from me.. This family owns quite a bit of land and their house is set waay off the road. This is how they mark their driveway! If you look closely you can see the house number on the side.
This is the other house on the road that is like ours.. What is the style? Greek Revival? American Farm House? Anyway, the porch on Miss Linda's house is always dressed for the Season!
This is another... Caught it on the fly! I love the garland. I think next year we will put some garland on ours..maybe even with twinkly white lights!
So, here is my new... I know you guys are getting board with this..hang in there with me, almost over.. something new each week day till the 20th! This is an Etsy store banner..
Hope your week has been going well..maybe even festive!
hugs.

Christmas Bling.

Happy Monday Everyone! The washer is fixed...all is well with the world again...
Well, just thought I'd share our tree today..May look like a jumbled mess, but it actually turned out nice. I added white pointsettas and white ribbon, I'm thinkin' we need a new topper though, I love the hand made star but I want to see if I can find a more "Blinged" out star for the top.

Here is one of our collection of 'Shiny Brite' ornaments. We have some from when DH was young and some from his Great Grandmother. I found a set of 12 that are for sale in the store! I think those ornaments add a bit of nostalgia.
Each year, we add some ornaments that commemorate that year. Some are hand made like this foam one others are some bought on vacations...a bit of our family's life each year..I love it! As we put on each one, it brings back fond memories. I haven't figured out what to put on for the this year.

Here is a close up of the pointsettas..and #3's train. Each child has a special one for that year, so when they are grown men, they will have quite the collection.

Here is the shipping labels I had mentioned awhile back. We took labels and wrote on them some of the different names of Christ from the BiBle..Simple, lovely..tied up with red raffia. What are some of your special decorations?
Now to my Bella Colle challenge post.. A little Christmas Bling! I made this bracelet with Swarovski Crystals..silver..
Sorry for the blur, but you can see the color combinations..
Shiny..sparkly..This bracelet would be a special gift for someone! Maybe even for yourself!
If you love it, just email me..or leave a comment. My email is over there to the right. It is a bit pricey but that is because of the elements used, a truly unique bracelet.
Have a Happy Monday!
Hugs!

Looking alot like Christmas!

Well, it's beginning to look like Christmas here at our house...We were on a quest today to find our family Christmas tree for 2007. We don't use an artificial tree..it's the real thing for us! All sticky pine needles all over the place...fresh sap on your gloves..And Ahhhh the smell!
So, we packed the family in the truck and headed off. One quick stop at Starbucks for eggnog lattes for mom and dad.. juices for the boys... we were set!
Yes, call us crazy! It's majorly snowing here in the WI! But if you waited for the weather to clear up...you might as well wait till Spring.
Here is the Farm we always go to. This tradition we started along time ago, even when we lived in Georgia!

OOOh...don't we look cold? It actually isn't too bad if you dress warm, last week is when we actually had below zero temps. Today was about 20 something...lots warmer!LOL!
Well, here it is..the Official family tree for Christmas 2007..lovely no? (oh, those are photoshop stars...)

DH..#2..me...

DH was able to get the tree down in seconds! He and I were talking and this is a tradition we just love, we probably will continue to do this even after the boys leave home. On the family truckster... heading home.. hope your weekend is going fabulous!

Hugs to you all.

Bella Colle Challange

Need a little inspiration? I just found this totally fabulous candle from the Thymes Co. This candle smells just like a fresh cut tree! Thymes uses essential oils..and let me tell you, you can smell the candle even when it's not lit..Check 'em out! http://www.thymes.com/thymes/index.aspx
Well.. I've given myself a challenge.. I want to create something new each week day till the 20th of December...The above charm is the first! Aren't these ballerinas cute?! These two friends are actually enjoying a glass of champagne! ehm...not like my friends and I do that...often..lol..
This is the reverse of the charm. The bevel glass just sparkles! Bon Ami..the perfect gift for that perfect friend...
As you can see both sides are soo smooth.. And the colored tutus of the girls has such a lovely vintage feel...
This lovely charm is 1 inch by 1 inch and is $18.00... I'm going to try and list these new creations in the up coming days in the store, but I'm having a bit of trouble... so, if anyone is interested...something catches your eye..just send me an email or leave a comment..
Hugs to all...

I've been cooking!

Well..I've been cookin' , but I don't think you want to eat this!LOL! After much begging and whining from family and friends...I've finally have some soap made! Luxurious...dreamy creamy soap...
I blended the oils to come up with a fabulous scent! I wanted to try something different for a Christmas scent... Anyone ever hear of 'Origins Ginger Souffle' ? That crisp clean scented amazing body souffle? AGGH....I just love it! Well, I was able to come up with a blend quite similar, just right to banish the winter blahs! The notes are; Ginger,nutmeg,cloves,lemon and lime...
My soaps are all natural...Olive oil, Avocado oil, Soy oil, Coconut and Palm...High in Omegas and amazing nutrients for your skin. We have very hard water at White Corners and this blend of oils creates the best creamy lather, imagine what it could do at your house?!
So, if you love this souffle...you love my soap! Even if you've never encountered this fabulous scent...you'll still love it!LOL! The price is 3.50$ for a nice size bar..just send me an email if you'd like some.
Have a happy Monday Evening!
hugs.

Guess Where?

Howdy everyone! Let's play a little game.... these two pictures I took on my trip. Anyone want to take a gander as to where I went? Very famous restaurant and theater...anyone? I'll give you a cookie!LOL!
A little hint... it's below the Mason Dixon line...LOL! It's my beloved hometown.
I had such a refreshing trip! I was able to purchase some neat items for the store as well... This topiary I found at Home Depot, I simply added one of my charms and instant Christmas beauty.

This is one of two fabulous vintage aprons I found. Both aprons are made out of vintage feed sacks. Beautiful way to keep you duds clean and look great while cooking up yummies!
This vintage book, Bible History. The pages are actually a lovely sepia tone...
There is even text in Latin! (This isn't it though..)
How about this cute vintage picture! The mat is actually pink! This would look sooo cute for a little ones room.. or where every you need a little choo choo! lol!
I also found 18yards of vintage red velvet ribbon!! What a nice touch for Christmas...all wrapped up in a lovely bow...

I have more goodies being mailed to me... Will keep you posted! And as always, if you see something you like and want to snag it before it gets to the store, don't hesitate to email me!!

hugs....