Junior Prom - "Enchanted Carousel" - I designed and constructed this:
Senior Prom: "On the Eve of a Pineapple Sundae" - I designed and constructed the room-sized pineapple:
There are the hand decorated umbrellas for wedding showers, themed favors, table numbers, centerpieces and other items that I was unable to find in stores. I loved the challenge of making what I couldn't find!
Here are some of the things I made for my son's wedding last June:
All of these things were an integral part of my life's moments to be remembered. Their construction was instrumental in the way I coped with the life events and they helped me to be totally immersed in the experience. I hope that they enhanced the experience for those also in attendance. The smiles of surprise were my greatest rewards. I have found that most of the time, it's the little things that count.
Now, in retirement, I'm looking to expand my creativity and share what I learn along the way. This blog will serve as a sounding board for techniques (new and old,) my experiences (good and bad) with products and tools of the trade as well as a showcase for my work. Tomorrow I hope to share some of my favorite scrapbooking layouts, albums and one of my most recent endeavors with ribbons. I can't wait to share them with you all. Have a sparkling day!