CHRISTmas light.

One of the things I like a lot during the Christmas season is to watch carolers singing Silent Night holding candles. Even though there is something special about the light of candles that makes the season more beautiful, the reason for Christmas - Jesus - is way more than that. He is the Light of the world. He came to shine his light in our hearts so we could see the darkness of our sins and confess them to Him. His light brings clear vision of our wrong doing, but it also brings love, abundant love, and forgiveness. The card I'm posting today was inspired by the light of candles, and the joy of knowing that Jesus is my light.

Supplies used
Paper: White, red and green cardstock
Tools: cutting/ embossing machine, holly embossing folder, scalloped oval die, oval dies, glitter red and green gel pens, dark brown, bronze, orange and gold gel pens
Stamp: Candle and hollies
Embellishments: white bow and red gemstone.

This Christmas give your life to Jesus. Invite Him to shine his light in your heart. Then let it shine through you.

Thanks for stopping by. Merry Christmas.

Vanias Reed   

Gift Wrapping

Some of the ladies in my gift-wrapping class say that they have tried hard, but seem not to be able to wrap presents very well. Some just like bags better. I don't see anything wrong with gift bags. Sometimes I prefer them too. Yet I like to make them personal, one of a kind. So today I'm sharing with you a bag that I decorated a bit to give to a dear friend.

Supplies Used
Paper: Red bag, white and red cardstock
Tools: 1" circle punch to make the borders on my sticker
Embellishments: Homemade sticker, white (bow) and red (bag handles) ribbons, red gemstone, Christmas gift tag (see my post from 10/01/13)

Now we have a personalized gift bag that tells the person who is receiving it that they are special.

Thank you for checking out my blog. My the CHRIST of CHRISTmas bless you and yours.

Vanias Reed