Forget Diamonds

Forget diamonds ... we all know that a good bag is really a girl's best friend!
Patchwork & Stitching magazine (2007 Annual)


So that's why I design and make my own handbags.
The first time I made one was way back in 1995, when I made a pattern from a bag that a friend gave me. Since then that pattern has been modified 3 times.

I now no longer use those bags, and although I still have the pattern, I haven't used it in a long time.

In the past 3 years I have borrowed books on how to make bags from the local library and taken ideas I like plus some of my own to come up with a unique bag, that is very functional for me. I'm currently on the second version, with more ideas for an improved model. Different fabric, different closures, extra pockets (my current bag has a specific pocket for my mobile phone), and different embellishments. Of course changes mean different ways and orders of sewing the parts together, but that's all part of the fun of creating your own designs.

No photos, but maybe that will come later.

Silver Lining

Every cloud has a silver lining ...

If you can't find the silver lining you're just looking at the cloud from the wrong direction.

(Author Unknown)

Teach Me

God, teach me to be patient,

Teach me to go slow,

Teach me to wait on You

When my way I do not know.

-Helen Steiner Rice

Some Pretty Glittery Pictures

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Amazing Imagery

Christian Glitter by www.christianglitter.com

Stop & Smell the Roses

At the Victorian State Rose Garden

More About the Zoo

Cathy and I didn't just see the animals at the zoo, we rode on some too!!

The horses on the Carousel!!

Ride 'em Cathy!! :)

Don't fall off now Beth! ;)

Hugs for you!!

A Day at the Zoo

Way back on the 10th of March, my friend Cathy and I went to the zoo. This is some of what we saw.

Ulysses Butterflies

A Bengal Tiger Cub

Giraffes

The Cross

The Cross In My Pocket

 
I carry a cross in my pocket,
a simple reminder to me
of the fact that I am a Christian
no matter where I may be.
This little cross is not magic
nor is it a good luck charm.
It isn't meant to protect me
from every physical harm.
It's not for identification,
for all the world to see.
It's simply an understanding
between my Savior and me.
When I put my hand in my pocket
to bring out a coin or key,
the Cross is there to remind me
of the price He paid for me.
It reminds me too, to be thankful,
for my blessings day by day,
and to strive to serve Him better
in all that I do and say.
It's also a daily reminder
of the peace and comfort I share
with all who know my Master
and give themselves to His care.
So, I carry a cross in my pocket,
reminding no one but me,
that Jesus Christ is Lord of my life,
if only I'll let Him be.
    By Verna Thomas