For Those Who Inspire Us

Our local high school has a fabulous program called PEPI.  I don't know what it stands for, or if each group does the same activities, but the 4 PEPI girls that come into my daughter's kindergarten class each week are pretty special.  These girls play games with the kids and are wonderful role models.  I know my daughter's favorite day of the week is Tuesday, because that's when PEPI comes in!  I wanted to make them a little thank you for always inspiring their little friends to do their best.

Wooden it be nice

My sister is getting married this spring and her wedding is going to have a natural, rustic style to it.  I have this  great woodgrain stamp that I used on a piece of copper, so that when it was etched, it had the look of a tree.  

I thought initials carved in a heart would make a cute gift for a bride to be.  I added the tag with her wedding date to give it another special touch.

I liked it so much, I made one for my daughter's WONDERFUL kindergarten teacher who is also getting married this year.

Olive you

Vintage style initials

I made these simple little initial necklaces for my girls' teachers this Christmas.  I love the simple vintage look of the hammered edges and the hint of color the bead brings.