Seasons Of Joy

Seasons Greetings Wreath

2015-11-02T23:30:00.000-08:00

Welcome Friends!

Celebrate the season

with a beautiful Holiday

Winter Wreath!

Instant download pattern available

in my Etsy shop!

seasonsofjoybybrenda.etsy.com

Enjoy!

Pumpkin Pattern available!

2015-09-02T18:35:00.003-07:00

Welcome Fall!

Pumpkin PDF Pattern
(immediate download)

available in my etsy shop!
Follow on Instagram:
seasonsofjoybybrenda

Cotton Fabrics with Halloween prints, such as

polka dots, stripes, chevron, spiders, fall harvest, etc.

are a great choice for "spooktacular" Halloween Decor!

Enjoy!

Happy Sewing!

Happy Fall!

Fabric Greeting Card

2014-06-26T09:15:00.001-07:00

How to Make a 5" x 7" Greeting Card using Fabric - From the Fat Quarter Shop
Great Idea! A great use of Fabric Scraps!
Enjoy!

Vintage Hatbands

2014-04-30T09:11:00.001-07:00

From Charm Squares to Hatband!

New PDF Pattern in my Etsy Shop.

A little splash of vintage chic!

seasonsofjoybybrenda.etsy.com

Enjoy!

Holiday Pocket Placemats

2014-04-18T10:12:00.001-07:00

Celebrate...all seasons of life!

Happy Easter, Happy Birthday, Happy Halloween and more!

Holiday placemat PDF pattern available in my Etsy shop!

seasonsofjoybybrenda.etsy.com

Pockets for treats and notes or a fun surprise!

Easy step by step directions.

Thanks for visiting!

Enjoy!

Apple Of My Eye

2014-04-11T07:09:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone!

I hope you are all doing great!

Spring is here and it is beautiful!

I'm working on creations for my Etsy Shop!

Currently, I'm adding PDF Patterns.

I have a apple PDF pattern available.

Instant Download!
Simple and quick!

seasonsofjoybybrenda.etsy.com

Add a Tag:

Teacher....You're the APPLE of my EYE!

Thanks for visiting!

Thank you to teachers everywhere!

Easter Jelly Bean Carrots

2014-03-16T15:30:00.000-07:00

Hello Friends!

PDF Easter Jelly Bean Carrot Pattern

available in my Etsy Shop!

Instant PDF File

Jelly Bean Carrots hold a10-13 ounce package of jelly beans!

They are great for Easter Baskets, Easter Table Top, and especially fun for kids!

The PDF patterns is a easy to follow tutorial pattern with step by step directions with pictures.

Enjoy!

Happy Easter!

Christmas Blessing Mix

2013-11-15T19:30:00.000-08:00

Count your blessings with Christmas Blessings Mix! Put in Small bags of snack mix, each ingredient reminds us of a holiday blessing. A great addition to gift baskets.

Bugles: Bring us the joyful message of the Heavenly Host, announcing peace on earth, good will to men.
Pretzels: Symbol of a mother's loving arms; as Mary wrapped her Son in swaddling clothes and laid him in the manger.
Red Hots: Red berries that decorate the holly plant, a reminder of eternal life and Christ's redemption.
Nuts or seeds: Promise of a a future harvest, one we will reap only if seeds are planted and tended with diligence.
Dried fruits: Remind us of the rich gifts brought by the Wise Men.
M&Ms: Memories of those who came before us to guide us to a blessed future.
Hershey's Kiss: The love of family and friends that sweetens our lives.

Candy Canes: Represents the shape of the shepherd's crook, used to bring lost lambs back to the fold.

Christmas Blessings Mix brings a festive touch to your Christmas celebrations. Share them with church friends, co-workers or family for a meaningful gift.

Happy Mother's Day Card

2013-05-03T11:00:00.000-07:00

Hello Friends!

I found this adorable handmade Mother's Day Card

featured on: Time Out For Women

http://tofw.com/DIY-Mothers-Day-Card-Liz-Love-Grows-Wild/s/829

So cute and simple to make!

created by Liz from

Love Grows Wild

Handmade is from the heart.

Enjoy!

"There is no one perfect way to be a good mother... Each mother has different challenges, different skills and abilities, and certainly different children... What matters is that a mother loves her children deeply and, in keeping with the devotion she has for God and her husband, prioritizes them above all else."

"...the joy of motherhood comes in moments. There will be hard times and frustrating times. But amid the challenges, there are shining moments of joy and satisfaction."

Great Quotes from:

Elder M. Russell Ballard

Teacher Apple Of My Eye

2013-05-03T08:14:00.000-07:00

Teacher Appreciation Gifts!

Teacher--You're the APPLE of my EYE!

Apples made from Riley Blake(The Quilted Fish)

Apple Of My Eye

(Red and white polka Dots with Apples.)

Hand Magnets are made with Buttons from JoAnns or Michaels Craft Store

12 X 12 Magnet Board is made with

Fabric of your choice covering a 10 X 10 square of metal

Gift Tags are printed on business cards.

Apples can be used for decorating a Teacher Table Top,

Crafty Pin Cushions, Paper Weights etc.

The base of each apple is weighted down with sand bags.

Fabrics from this collection can be purchased from

Annie Moore Fabrics:

http://www.etsy.com/listing/98657667/12-yard-fabric-bundle-apple-of-my-eye-by?ref=shop_home_feat

Enjoy!

Thanks for visiting my Pinterest Board:

Seasons of Joy

Teacher Appreciation Gifts

2013-05-03T08:11:00.000-07:00

Hello Friends!

I'm working on Teacher Gifts.

I want to share a few more Teacher Gifts that can be used with the

Marvelous and Magnificent Teacher Poem.

My inspiration started with a simple cardboard cup holder from Jack In The Box.

(I've done similar projects for Christmas/Neighbor gifts).

Thank you to 2 silly monkeys for the new version of the M&M poem print out.
http://2sillymonkeys.blogspot.co.uk/

I simply added a few Teacher gifts that followed the theme of the poem,

I made a bookmark from School Themed Fabric and added crayon buttons.
Teacher Bookmark is lined with interfacing stabilizer.
(Fabric was found at JoAnns Fabric Store)

I also covered clothes pins with ribbon to attach the poem to the box.

The best part of the gift is a FULL JAR of M&M's!

Home made M&M cookies are also great!
I also made a half apron made from Teacher Themed fabric with pockets for art projects.

Other items to add:
hand written appreciation card

Box of Crayons
Gift Cards/Gift Certificates
School Supplies

Simple to make!

Begin with a drink/cup holder

(This is how the box looks after I spray painted it with Chalkboard Spray Paint.)

I had my daughter write on the box with white chalk on the box.

It really works!

Let your imagination and creativity take over and have fun!

(The flat crayons and hand buttons by Favorite Findings can be found at JoAnns Fabric Store.)

Enjoy!

Thank you Teachers!

We appreciate you!

My Magnificent and Marvelous Teacher

2013-05-02T23:00:00.000-07:00

Teacher Appreciation Gifts!

You may remember the M&M Poem from last year.

I found the small clear paint cans from Michael's Craft Store.

We decorated our cans with Teacher Stickers from Stickopotamus Back To Class SPSN03.

(The stickers may no longer be available).

One large bag of M&M's 42 Ounce size (Walmart) will fill two cans.

We attached My Magnificent and Marvelous Teacher poem to the cards along with a note.
Enjoy!

Green is for the inspiration you give me each day.
Blue is for your patience in showing me the way.
Orange is for your warmth and caring style.
Yellow is for the way you always make me smile.
Red is for my life that you have touched this year.

You place knowledge in my hands,
that melt into my heart and live forever!
You're a "Magnificent" & "Marvelous" Teacher!
Thank you for being my M&M!

Apple Pin Cushion Pattern

2013-02-22T09:00:00.000-08:00

Welcome Spring!

Put fabric scraps to good use with this fruity pin cushion project from Mollie Makes magazine

Directions and printable pattern found here:

http://www.guardian.co.uk/lifeandstyle/2012/jan/24/make-an-apple-pin-cushion

Enjoy!

Sew Easy Patterns

2013-02-05T13:28:00.001-08:00

Sweet Treats!

PDF Patterns available in my Etsy Shop!

Seasons of Joy by Brenda

PDF Cupcake Pin Cushion

PDF Spring Easter Carrots

Enjoy!

Valentine Pennie Pockets

2013-01-14T09:46:00.001-08:00

A Happy Valentine Pocket-

made with adorable pink and red fabric prints

including polka dots!

From Moda Bake Shop

http://www.modabakeshop.com/2009/02/valentine-pennie-pockets.html

Stay warm my friends!

Frame A Smile

2013-01-12T19:00:00.000-08:00

Welcome back to more ideas to create and share for

A Happy Valentines!

Frame a Smile....

Especially CUTE for BABY, CHILDREN'S ROOM or NURSERY!

This is where the Frames started

Frames are simple,

A plain, 2-3 inch flat frame surface works best.

I found my frames at Marshall's, they vary in price from $3.00 to $6.99.

(I still need to finish the large one)

This is what the frames looked BEFORE the DECOR-

Materials used: Mod Podge, Heavy Weight Textured Card Stock, Tulle,

Pearl Beads, straight pins, glue sticks and Ribbon.

You can find directions and endless ideas for adorable flowers HERE .

You can also see a Fabric Flower TUTORIAL UTUBE video HERE.

The Red Frames are great for Valentines!

I added red pins to the center of my handmade fabric flowers.

My Frame is covered with textured glittered red card stock paper.

You can make the Tulle flowers the same way as the fabric flowers, they are especially cute

with frilly pink paper!

I made small green leaves to accent the flowers, I made them on my sewing machine.

Place two green fabrics right sides together, start sewing a leaf pattern, trim and turn.

Pinch the leaf together and glue into place.

Paper from La Creme Stack (Premium Stacks) DCWV

I love the heavy texture of the paper.

I added a small doily with the handmade fabric flowers, along with

a tiny trim of black rick rack and printed ribbon that reads:

Cherish, Love, Joy.

I must say, they are addicting, the possibilities are endless when it comes to

coordinating patterns and colors!

CHERISH the one's you LOVE!

Enjoy!

I Heart Chocolate!

2013-01-05T10:03:00.000-08:00

Say 'I Love You' with Candy

Use large candy bars as a starting point. Personalize them with scrapbook papers, ribbons, buttons, beads, and stickers. Use decorative-edge scissors to add details, and cut out embellishments to top them off. Sew a red button on one and tie it up with string. Inspired by Better Homes and Garden.

All you need is LOVE and a little chocolate doesn't hurt!

Organization/Storage Ideas

2012-12-31T15:31:00.001-08:00

Hello 2013!

Here's the latest.

I'm working on creative storage ideas for my pantry.

I'm sharing ideas from hometalk on organization.
I hope you find this article helpful.

http://www.hometalk.com/b/147482/organizing-storage-ideas

A little INSPIRATION...from Better Homes and Garden

I'm going to add to my glass jars and baskets.

Before I get started, I need to take down the Christmas Tree!
How about you?

Wishing you all a very Safe and Happy New Year!

2012-12-30T20:31:00.002-08:00

Here is a list of 10 Ways to Make Ideas Happen:

MelanieDuncan.com

1. Remove the words “I can’t” from your vocabulary.

2. Focus on the possibilities instead of the limitations.

3. Remember that there is a solution for every problem (some are just harder to find than others).

4.Write it down and set a deadline.

5. Allow yourself to receive help (there is no gold star for doing it all yourself).

6. Be open to feedback and suggestions.

7. Learn how to enjoy the process (it may take you a while to get there, so you might as well enjoy it)!

8. Reward yourself and be proud of even the tiniest steps of progress.

9. Hang around with people who make their ideas happen.

10. START, even if you don’t know how you are going to finish.

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

"Christmastime" by Hilary Weeks

2012-12-24T18:30:00.000-08:00

Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas!

Winter Fashion

2012-12-18T07:40:00.002-08:00

Welcome Anya Sarre!

Anya Sarre is one of Hollywood’s most influential trendsetters. A nationally recognized celebrity stylist, Sarre is known for her impeccable eye and ability to tie any look together with the perfect accessory. Named “Best Television Fashion Stylist” for her appearances on Entertainment Tonight, The Insider and countless other media outlets, Sarre is the go-to fashion expert for Hollywood’s biggest celebrities.

Festive Fashions for the Winter Holidays
Comfort and chic fashion go hand-in-hand when it comes to winter and holiday wardrobes. One of the best-kept secrets of the runway and the red carpet is that those who feel good in what they’re wearing also look great. If you want to turn heads this holiday season, use this same trick as you select your outfit for each party and gathering.

Winter fashion this year offers cute, comfortable clothing every woman will love. Red may not be the new black, but darling red dresses are absolutely huge this holiday season. Pair a little red dress with a fashionable cropped jacket in black for a stunning look. Then remember the shoes and add a pair of black boots in an height or choose a pair of pumps in your favorite metallic shades to complete the picture.

If you don’t feel comfortable in dresses, never fear. Holiday fashions this year have plenty more casual looks from which to choose. Sweaters make great winter wear, and knitwear of any color can be dressed up with a little extra sparkle for winter celebrations. A gold-dusted sweater with a pair of dark-colored jeans will turn heads at any party. Layer a chunky cable-knit sweater over a mock turtleneck in a contrasting color, then add a little bling with a brilliant silk scarf or rhinestone broach. Take either of these looks to the next level by adding a sparkly stack of bracelets to complete the ensemble.

Those living in particularly cold climates will want to incorporate bold, comfortable fashion into their choices of outerwear as well. The timeless pea coat is particularly fashionable this year. Choose from short, waist-length designs or longer cuts that reach to mid thigh. Then capitalize on the popular layered look by adding an oversized knit scarf, perhaps with a festive bit of metallic thread incorporated into it. For spending time on snowy streets or on the sledding hill, don a trendy pair of fur-lined boots as well, and enjoy the warmth and comfort of high fashion on a holly, jolly winter holiday.
Whatever your personal favorite style may be, this year’s holiday fashion has something for you. To make the best splash, incorporate deep reds, bold metallics and plenty of shimmer and shine into each outfit you wear to holiday functions

A Day of Silence

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Twas' 11 days before Christmas, around 9:38 when 20 beautiful children stormed through heaven's gate. Their smiles were contagious, their laughter filled the air. They could hardly believe all the beauty they saw there. They were filled with such joy; they didn't know what to say. They remembered nothing of what had happened earlier that day. “where are we?" asked a little girl, as quiet as a mouse. “This is heaven" declared a small boy. "We’re spending Christmas at God's house”. When what to their wondering eyes did appear, but Jesus, their savior, the children gathered near. He looked at them and smiled, and they smiled just the same. Then He opened His arms and He called them by name. And in that moment was joy, that only heaven can bring those children all flew into the arms of their King and as they lingered in the warmth of His embrace, one small girl turned and looked at Jesus' face. And as if He could read all the questions she had He gently whispered to her, "I'll take care of mom and dad. “then He looked down on earth, the world far below He saw all of the hurt, the sorrow, and woe, then He closed His eyes and He outstretched His hand, “Let My power and presence re-enter this land! “May this country be delivered from the hands of fools” “I’m taking back my nation. I'm taking back my schools! “Then He and the children stood up without a sound. “Come now my children let me show you around. “Excitement filled the space, some skipped and some ran. All displaying enthusiasm that only a small child can. And I heard Him proclaim as He walked out of sight, “in the midst of this darkness,

” I AM STILL THE LIGHT."
Cameo Smith, Mt. Wolfe Pa.

Rudolph The Red Nose Reindeer

2012-12-16T08:45:00.002-08:00

Source: withsprinklesontop.net via Amanda on Pinterest

Christmas Cupcakes for the Kids!

Enjoy!

Chocolate Dipped Candy Canes

2012-12-15T08:33:00.002-08:00

Hello Everyone!

It's time for Christmas Treats!

I've been dipping Candy Canes in chocolate!

Giving them away is the best part!

I slipped the candy canes in Wilton clear bags with handmade

Christmas Tags.

I found the best results from:

Simply Kierste

http://simplykierste.com/2010/12/chocolate-dipped-candy-canes.html

What you Need:

Candy Canes

Chocolate Chips or melting chocolate

(white & dark milk chocolate)

Floral Foam

Wax paper of tinfoil

Give your sweet Candy Canes to

neighbors, teachers and friends.

A great addition to Christmas Gift Baskets or a Christmas Table!
You can also use them for
stirring sticks for Hot Chocolate!!

I want to dip Oreos and Pretzel Sticks next!

Enjoy!

Christmas Stockings

2012-12-10T17:26:00.000-08:00

Welcome!

If you love Christmas Fabrics with a mixture of

PoLkA DoTs, StRiPeS and ChEvRoN,