Paying It Forward

Last week, Lauryn posted a status that said:"Paying it Forward 2011: I promise to send something handmade to the first 5 people who leave a comment here. They must in turn post this and send something they make to the first 5 people who comment on their status. The rules are that it must be handmade by you and it must be sent to your 5 people sometime in 2011. This should be fun, shouldn't it??!"

I know Lauryn is super creative so of course I commented on her status and then reposted it as my own. I only had three responses and they were from Lauryn, Annette, and Nicole. I thought about doing candles because I have been making candles recently but I would have to ship them and that would be a headache. I thought about making bath salts but I wanted something more creative. So, after two days of trips to both Hobby Lobby and Michael's, I decided on the perfect present for them! I had planned to keep it a secret mainly because I wanted it to be a surprise. It's always fun to get something in the mail and have absolutely no idea what it is. I had so much fun working on this project and they all turned out so well that I just couldn't wait to share it with you all! Enjoy : A lot of you have been wondering about my cryptic status today about a big announcement. First of all, let me say that it was so funny how many people thought I was pregnant. I hope to be making that announcement very soon but I would not be that obvious about it ; ) My big announcement is that I enjoyed making these so much that I have decided to apply to be a vendor at a local arts and crafts show. Of course, I'd like to know if you like the frames first! Please tell me what you honestly think of them! I will be making other things besides frames such as crosses, mirrors, signs, and other decor. Hope the "big" announcement did not disappoint! : )
Lauryn, Annette, and Nicole - be on the lookout for your package!