Creating with Joy

I am a collector of strange things - old soap boxes being one of them. I have no idea why, I just like them. I have had this one for some time and decided it was time to do something fun with it. I saw these fun monogram versions of Joy embroidered letters on a […]

It's so easy to create garlands with Joy embroidered letters. Here I used pre-cut glitter foam snowflakes with blue letters. Since many styles of Joy letters have an adhesive backing to help with placement before ironing, I just peeled off the paper backing and stuck them right to the snowflake!  I painted wood clothespins silver […]

A blank journal is almost like a sacred vessel. I guard it and keep it safe until that first day of the new year, when I can turn to that opening page and draw, paint or write anything and everything. Some will be scribbles while some will be colorful interpretations of my mind. Open your […]

I found this quote online, and part of me believes it - that the creation of beauty is art. It makes me think of the classically-trained artists whose work is more figurative or representational. But I also relate to saying it the other way around - that the creation of art is beauty. To me, […]

I always take time at the end of December to journal about the past year and make plans for the next. I like to keep my musings in a small journal, all on their own, so that I can easily pull it back out and review it. It's easy to make sweet little journals like […]

'The stockings were hung by the chimney with care", but the stockings for Mimi and Tucker weren't there! So to the craft store we made a mad dash, We bought stockings and letters and quick as a flash.... Was a stocking for Mimi and Tucker Bear too, So to all a good night...   Merry Christmas […]

Add a little more sparkle to your tree with these easy-to-make Christmas ornaments - perfect for last-minute holiday hostess gifts, too. You will need:  Joy embroidered letters  Clear plastic ornaments   Colored cellophane gift wrap or shredded filler  Decorative trim, scissors, clear adhesive Directions:  Remove the top of each ornament and fill with the cellophane.   Add […]

It's almost Christmas, so here are some quick and easy Christmas gift bags to make, which will hold all of those last-minute gifts. I found mini white fabric gift bags that fit a gift card, the perfect present for that special teacher, thoughtful neighbor or favorite co-worker. You can also use this idea in different […]

I love to display all the wonderful cards I receive during Christmas each year. I have several spots for them, but I am always on the lookout for a fun new way to hang up all those beautiful cards!  This project is so quick, you can squeeze it in between gift wrapping sessions. Supplies: Joy […]

Share the JOY this Christmas with this simple wood house project. For my “Joyful Village," I  started with some wood trim scrap pieces cut into simple whimsical house shapes. My pieces measure 4″ x 2″, 3″ x 2-3/4″ and 3-1/2″ x 2-1/4″. I painted each house with a couple coats of a nice brownish gray. After painting the […]

Want to make sure Santa pays you a visit? Then make a sign to tell him! This quick and easy craft is fun for kids and adults alike. Materials needed: Plain wood sign Red acrylic paint Foam paintbrush Faux snow spray JOY embroidered letters Paint the sign red, then allow to dry. Glue the letters […]

Joy to the world! Christmas is just around the corner so it's time to start thinking about the gifts we want to give and how we want to decorate. I think everyone loves snowmen and everyone loves a message of joy... try this quick and easy idea for decorating plastic storage containers to fill with […]