Saturday, January 30, 2010

“A Little Bit O’ Cheer” (2 Corinthians 1:3-4, NIV)

“ so that we can comfort those in any trouble.”
~ 2 Corinthians 1:4


It has always been the desire of my heart to have a card ministry as I was inspired by a woman in the church I grew up in. Claudia Blake, a senior citizen, sent me a card for my birthday every year. It was a small gift of love from an elder sister in Christ and it touched me that she remembered.
I rubber stamp my cards because it fulfills a desire in me to be creative, however, I have sent commercial or computer-generated cards in the past to cheer others. Recently, as I was praying, I asked the Lord to name my card ministry and the title “A Little Bit o’ Cheer” along with the above scripture verse came to mind. That is exactly what I mean to do, to be of service, helpful and loving, conveying a a bit of encouragement and light to my sisters and brothers in need.

Prayer: Thank you, Daddy Lord, for your favor and the blessing of your comfort and cheer. Encourage me, so that I may share your light with my sisters and brothers. Amen!

Today’s Quote: There is no doubt that a unique card creates a vibrant impression, stronger and more lasting than any phone call, fax, or e-mail.” ~ Sandi Genovese.

Friday, January 1, 2010

Love to shop here:

Here's a list of some of my favorite places to shop for new and used crafting supplies in my local area! I rarely buy online as we've been burnt a time or two with fraudulent companies or teeny-tiny products made to look bigger than they really are with trick photography. However, I do like the coupons and gift cards that I request for special occasions! 😊

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City Thrift

Dollar General

Dollar Tree



Half-Price Books (Arts & Craft books)

Harbor Freight

Hobby Lobby


Ollie's

Red Racks Thrift

Restore

Salvation Army

Savers

Scraps KC 

The Thrift Shopper

US Toy

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* Farmhouse Décor * 

Bag Balm (one of my farmer grandfathers used this product)

Chamberlains (dad liked this hand lotion)


Cornhusker Lotion (and the other one used this product).

Jamesport, MO Shopping

Massachusetts Street (Downtown) Lawrence, KS Shopping



Watkin's (my grandparents & parents used Watkin's products)

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* Bucket Wish List*  
(I'd love to go check these places out!) 



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                                                                    *USA Shopping:*
 
Check out these websites to find frugal shopping in your area:

Choose to Reuse (Hennepin Co, MN)


Lehman's (Ohio)