27 November 2010
A tree in a room seems to bring attention to itself. Those who first have a glimpse usually turn their head to have a second look. Hm, how interesting . . . they think, but their thoughts quickly wander off.
But take a tree and give it a name, a purpose. Those who notice will take a gander to see what is so special about said tree. Why looky there! Notes on a tree – I wonder what they say . . . and on they think, and take a peak to see the other side of each note hanging on the branches.
What they find may stay in their minds and even bring a smile to their face. What could that be, listed on each piece of paper?
Why, notes of thankfulness, don’t you see?
Because the tree was called “The Thankful Tree” and on it hung reminders of grateful hearts, declaring their glad praise to the One who blessed them.
You can make your own with:
- Jar
- Sticks
- Scrapbook Paper
- Hole Punch
- Ribbons, for extra beauty
- Grateful Hearts
It’s that easy! Take joy in giving thanks in all things…
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15 November 2010
The crisp, cool air and the trees dropping their summer glory are reminding us that winter is quickly approaching. Surrounding us is the beauty of this season, and from Breezy‘s studio emerged an illustration capturing a sweet glimpse of Autumn.
Autumn joys are captured in this precious painting. Prints available here.
11 November 2010
. . . tulips popping up from the soil, budding, and blooming – all to our great delight!
(Thank you, Breezy, for working to add extra beauty to the coming spring!)
10 November 2010
The latest blog design to emerge from my studio is for Jessica Heights at Muthering Heights and Other Senseless Sensibility.
Surrounding the header and main body of the blog is a unique frame featuring whimsical illustrations, all of which were either created or edited in Adobe Illustrator (the drawing behind the “M” and frame inside the header are by my dear sister).
The color scheme was created as the base for the blog’s palette before the design process had begun. And the more I’ve seen of these special colors together, the fonder I’ve become of them.
Overall, we strove to capture a Victorian style that appealed to modern taste. Make sure to visit Muthering Heights to take a closer look!
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4 November 2010
What is your focus? What are your goals? What do you wish to accomplish? What do you have on this earth? Where does your hope lie?
These are questions that we must ask ourselves . . .
. . . and answer in the light of God’s Word.
It is only when we understand that all is His and all is by His grace; only when we love Him more than anything; only when Christ is at the center of our all, can we truly say,
“Whom have I, but you?”
“Nevertheless, I am continually with you;
You hold my right hand.
You guide me with Your counsel,
And afterward You will receive me to glory.
Whom have I in heaven but You?
And there is nothing on earth that I desire besides You.
My flesh and my heart may fail,
But God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.”
—Psalm 73:23-26 {emphasis added}
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28 October 2010
We are delighted to present our latest paper dolls from the Daughters of His Story series. We have had a wonderful time this summer working on the next three collections which feature Martha Washington and Eliza Lucas Pinckney, Mary Anna Jackson and Susannah Spurgeon, and Elizabeth Prentiss and Anne Bradstreet.
These ladies have become so dear to us as we studied their lives and legacies. We hope that they become as dear to to you, and that you are blessed by the Lord’s goodness radiating from their hearts. We want young ladies to grow up knowing that the Lord cherishes purity and holiness, and that He changes the world through those who are faithful to His Word.
Noble Rose Press is having a grand sale for the announcement
of the latest paper dolls! Click here to see the great prices and read a
little more about these godly women from history!
It is not only possible to remain unstained by the world, by the Lord’s strength, but it is imperative that we be proactive in glorifying God in our lives. These women from the past are shining examples of dedication to the Lord’s work as wives and mothers who changed the world.
