I did a little disappearing act last week. It was just a crazy, crazy week. Lots of things going on with the house, planning a visit to Texas to see family, then plotting something to do for our anniversary. It was just crazy, then factor in selling a car, well, it was utter chaos. But God is good and proved how in control He is even when things seem so frustrating.
So here we are now, in San Antonio and having fun, though the heat here takes a little getting used to. Can you believe that it is still about 100 degrees at 9 o’clock at night?!! Yeah. I know. Just crazy! We will be here for the week, kind of, but Ben and I have plans to make our way to New Orleans for our anniversary, but it seems our plans are so fluid that those may change too. Maybe, we won’t be up for the drive, we go back and forth. Nevertheless, one thing we know for sure is that this week will fly by so fast and back to life and back to reality it will be for us.
I know Father’s Day was a couple weeks ago, but I kept forgetting to share the little thing us girls concocted. It all came together at the end as I was so stuck on what to do. My plan was to make a pop-up book inspired by Lisa Hannigan’sLille video, which I learned about from Danni, but the idea intimidated me. Well, let’s just say I got the courage and my Benny loved it. It did take a little time as I guessed my way at making a pop-up book. I hadn’t made one of these since the third grade. Along with the theme of the book, we did a little sea themed day and gave him his present at the beach. I sang and showed him the book at the same time. I must say singing at the beach makes me nervous. I was hoping no one could hear. I don’t think they could. Then, I ended up having to re-enact the whole performance for my family once we joined them for dinner, which my sister was able to snap a few shots.
Here are the lyrics that went along with the story:
We went to sea for a day For his kids wanted to play In the sunshine and the sand Holding tightly to his hand Them he loved, endlessly Happy are they, and so is he
He goes to work every morning They stay home, but him their missing Longing to be in his arms Enchanted by all his charms Him they love durably Love alive and wild, it feels so free
Out at sea in the daytime All together basking in the sunshine Laughing together is happy noise With our Papi he fills us with so much joy That we love undeniably All together watching God’s great sea
We want to stay until the evening And enjoy the sunset we love the feeling And being together we are one Under the magnificence of the Son Through this life endlessly You are our love, yes, it is only thee…
The most important thing was that Benny loved it and the girls really did help make it (a little), they had a hand in some coloring, so this was a team effort. Though, when it came time to perform they kinda bailed on me. I guess they are still a little little. We will have plenty of more chances, Lord willing. If you want to see the rest of the pop-up book, just take a looky here.
Have a good week everyone! I have a feeling my posting will be quite light as I will be galavanting around San Antonio and somewhere else (maybe New Orleans) later this week.
Wow Rubyellen! That is sooo creative! Please let me know how you got the instructions on making one of these. I would love to surprise the grandparents for Christmas! You can email me at [email protected]
I think the best and most meaningful presents are those you make… and I'm sure Benny will keep this one forever!!! You totally put me to shame. Sending some prayers that all your plans fall into place! love you! xo
How awesome is that book! Is there anything you can't create? Thanks for inspiring all of us to find something special and beautiful in the “ordinary”. Hope you're having a blast in San Antonio! I love that city!
I have a large growing pile of fabric scraps. I refuse to throw them away because I am sure they can be used for something. I have been seeing different types of interesting necklaces made of buttons, beads, and fabric. Then, I figured why not make one out of my scraps...
I think it made my white shirt a little less boring. This was so quick and easy to make.
How to make a recycled scraps necklace (which is very similar to the straps on my braided tablecloth bag):
1. Take your scrap fabric, I cut a .5''-1'' snip and tear the rest of the fabric down for a nice frayed edge. Used 3 different fabrics for each strand.
2. Take 3 of the torn pieces and tie the ends together with a rubber band.
3. Braid the 3 pieces together and tie ends together with rubber band when done.
4. Repeat steps 2 & 3 for more strands. Remember you can make the strands any length you want, if run out of fabric, just weave more into the braid.
5. Once all the strands you want are braided, gather one end of each strand together and straight stitch together with sewing machine. Repeat for the other ends of the strands. Snip off any excess.
6. Gather ends of the necklace and sew together (snip excess) or a ribbon can be sewn at the ends to be able to tie the necklace closed, but I just sewed both ends together.
7. Voila! A nice way to make use of all your lovely scraps.
Sorry if the directions get you a little lost, but it really is easy. I promise. Maybe I should put some in the shop. Please share any other good ideas you may have of things that can be made with scraps. I would love to hear (read) them!
Wow Rubyellen! That is sooo creative! Please let me know how you got the instructions on making one of these. I would love to surprise the grandparents for Christmas! You can email me at [email protected]
I am from Texas, I do miss the heat. Great blog, and thanks for the head up about the giveaway at Misha Lulu
Well I CAN believe it b/c I live in the great state of Texas :)! Hope you have a great time whilst here and that book is adorable!!
sherryl- i am sorry that i don't have instructions, but i kinda guessed my way through.
ahh! the great state of texas is very, very hot!!!
I think the best and most meaningful presents are those you make… and I'm sure Benny will keep this one forever!!! You totally put me to shame. Sending some prayers that all your plans fall into place!
love you! xo
How awesome is that book! Is there anything you can't create? Thanks for inspiring all of us to find something special and beautiful in the “ordinary”. Hope you're having a blast in San Antonio! I love that city!
awww this makes me miss my seester! my sister is so pretty and creative!!! come back soon!
mom told me about true's arm. hahah so funny.
oh my that book is awesome~!!! your whole family is pure AWESOME!!!
xoxo
adrienneK