Inspiration of design!

As I sit through my sixth hour of work with 3 more to go, I have been unashamedly glancing... er.... digging through my favorite blogs. So, here are pictures that are inspiration of what kind of crafts I make, and what kind of person I want to be. Enjoy.

Isn't this kitchen WONDERFUL?! So clean, colorful, and welcoming.

If I had to pick my wedding colors today, this picture would define it.

Okay, so I don't want this to resemble the kind of person I am... but I do think it's a pretty clever idea for a pin cushion!

Okay, these long-stemmed fabric roses are TO DIE for. I think about them everyday... that's probably not healthy. But I LOVE them, and I want them in my wedding, house, office, and car for the rest of my life. I usually HATE roses... but these are toooooo cute!


Oh, Martha. You know how to bring color and love into a girls life. One day, I'd like this cabinet.

Valentines Gifts!

Remember that post where I wanted to honor my single friends? Well, I found a fun, crafty idea that I am really glad I went through with!

I got out my trusty Singler Stylist and then...

cut paper bags to fit a CD/note in them.

I sewed up the sides.... and added some stamped letters

And here is the final result! a cute little CD case complete with a little note from me. We're going to have a dinner! Full of single ladies!

Happy Valentines Day, folks! I hope it's a good one!

They will know us by our love.

A lot of times, I think we think sharing our faith with one another can only mean literally opening a bible. And sometimes, we say, "Love those so they can see the gospel in us". These are essential truths in our faith - and I strongly believe as believers, we must share our faith with those that do not believe.

However, this picture captures at least my faith, and my belief that we are to love one another. These Christians are protecting these egyptian-muslims while they pray.

What a beautiful picture. Not a rush to convert these muslims. Christians aren't running at them with tracts to show their love for them... but they are simply showing them love by allowing them to worship in a safe environment.

We forget in every day life how to love one another. I heard a moving story this week of a Church who sent flowers to imams at muslim temples after the 9/11 attacks on America. That is love. How would Jesus himself show love to these people, is what we should consistently ask ourselves when we face our enemies, a coworker, or a friend.

Be encouraged today to love louder.