tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-61575692024-03-14T01:17:35.928-05:00Pure Joy CreativeFor all your creative needs.Jamiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16094619448071459926noreply@blogger.comBlogger2599125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6157569.post-76064323577076068902023-11-15T14:41:00.000-06:002023-11-24T13:40:26.700-06:00Meaningful Advent Activities for Families & Classrooms[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”]<p class="">It happens every year… one day the leaves start to turn and we are excited about the coming of FalI. Then we blink and it is the week before Thanksgiving and the holiday season hustle and bustle is ready to begin. I am excited to pull together all of the <a href="http://purejoycreative.etsy.com">advent offering</a>s here at Pure Joy Creative because I can tell you from experience how much they have meant to us over the years. Having a way to make Scripture a central part of our Advent season that doesn’t require tons of preparation or trips to the crazy-busy craft stores for supplies is a huge blessing. This year there are so many great options to choose from!</p><p class=""></p><figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized"><a href="purejoycreative.etsy.com"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="940" height="788" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/1-2.png?resize=940%2C788&ssl=1" alt="" class="wp-image-30519" style="width:600px" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/1-2.png?w=940&ssl=1 940w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/1-2.png?resize=300%2C251&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/1-2.png?resize=768%2C644&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/1-2.png?resize=480%2C402&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/1-2.png?resize=600%2C503&ssl=1 600w" sizes="(max-width: 940px) 100vw, 940px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></a></figure><p class="has-text-align-center">1. <a href="https://purejoycreative.etsy.com/listing/1605475321/countdown-to-christmas-printable-paper">Countdown to Christmas Printable Paper Chain</a> 2. <a href="https://purejoycreative.etsy.com/listing/1591417454/advent-candle-sticker-sheets-free-advent">Advent Candle Sticker Sheet</a> 3. <a href="https://purejoycreative.etsy.com/listing/752242447/names-of-jesus-24-advent-coloring-cards">Names of Jesus Advent Coloring Cards</a> <br>4. <a href="https://purejoycreative.etsy.com/listing/1110460845/nativity-and-hymn-advent-coloring">Nativity Advent Coloring Calendar</a> 5. <a href="https://purejoycreative.etsy.com/listing/910428957/advent-candle-coloring-pages">Advent Candle Coloring Collection</a></p><p class=""></p><p class="">Let’s start with the newest offering first! One of my earliest memories of Christmas crafts is making paper chains at school. We used the old construction paper… you know the stuff that faded so fast that by Christmas the ring you opened wasn’t even the same color all the way around. (Maybe I shouldn’t admit that’s how far back my craft memories go!) So I have to tell you that I really loved putting together the awesome <a href="https://purejoycreative.etsy.com/listing/1605475321/countdown-to-christmas-printable-paper">Countdown to Christmas</a> chain that Jamie designed this year! I can’t wait to use this to start our countdown this December. The fact that this isn’t “advent specific” also makes it a perfect product to share with families who might not think in terms of a liturgical calendar! </p><figure class="is-style-default wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized"><a href="https://purejoycreative.etsy.com/listing/1605475321/countdown-to-christmas-printable-paper"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="940" height="788" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Countdown-To-Christmas.png?resize=940%2C788&ssl=1" alt="Countdown to Christmas printable paper chain - link to https://purejoycreative.etsy.com/listing/1605475321/countdown-to-christmas-printable-paper" class="wp-image-30511" style="width:600px" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Countdown-To-Christmas.png?w=940&ssl=1 940w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Countdown-To-Christmas.png?resize=300%2C251&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Countdown-To-Christmas.png?resize=768%2C644&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Countdown-To-Christmas.png?resize=480%2C402&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Countdown-To-Christmas.png?resize=600%2C503&ssl=1 600w" sizes="(max-width: 940px) 100vw, 940px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></a></figure><div class="wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-layout-1 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex"><div class="wp-block-button"><a class="wp-block-button__link has-text-align-center wp-element-button" href="https://purejoycreative.etsy.com/listing/1605475321/countdown-to-christmas-printable-paper" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">SHOP NOW</a></div></div><p class=""></p><p class="">Another new offering this year is this fun new <a href="https://purejoycreative.etsy.com/listing/1591417454/advent-candle-sticker-sheets-free-advent">Advent Candle Sticker Sheet</a>! This sheet has 5 separate stickers, one for each candle in the advent wreath including the Christ candle. You get a free coloring page with purchase that can be used with these stickers. I can think of lots of other great ways to use them! These would be lovely in an Advent visual faith journal, or used to create ornaments that could be reused. They could be used to craft meaningful decor, or added to a family devotion project. I can’t wait to see how everyone uses theirs! There is also a discount for multiple sheets, so be sure to take advantage of that! </p><figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized"><a href="https://purejoycreative.etsy.com/listing/1591417454/advent-candle-sticker-sheets-free-advent"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="940" height="788" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Advent-Candle-Sticker-Sheet-1.png?resize=940%2C788&ssl=1" alt="" class="wp-image-30512" style="width:600px" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Advent-Candle-Sticker-Sheet-1.png?w=940&ssl=1 940w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Advent-Candle-Sticker-Sheet-1.png?resize=300%2C251&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Advent-Candle-Sticker-Sheet-1.png?resize=768%2C644&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Advent-Candle-Sticker-Sheet-1.png?resize=480%2C402&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Advent-Candle-Sticker-Sheet-1.png?resize=600%2C503&ssl=1 600w" sizes="(max-width: 940px) 100vw, 940px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></a></figure><div class="wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-layout-2 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex"><div class="wp-block-button"><a class="wp-block-button__link wp-element-button" href="https://purejoycreative.etsy.com/listing/1591417454/advent-candle-sticker-sheets-free-advent" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">SHOP NOW</a></div></div><p class=""></p><p class="">Next up is one of my personal favorites: the <a href="https://purejoycreative.etsy.com/listing/752242447/names-of-jesus-24-advent-coloring-cards">Names of Jesus Advent Coloring Cards</a>. These square cards are printed 6 to a page, so they are a perfect size for creating a display as you meditate on each name. There are readings that go along with each name, so turning this coloring activity into a time of devotion is so easy! My whole family enjoyed coloring these together. </p><figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized"><a href="https://purejoycreative.etsy.com/listing/752242447/names-of-jesus-24-advent-coloring-cards"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="858" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Add-a-heading-3.png?resize=1024%2C858&ssl=1" alt="" class="wp-image-30514" style="width:600px" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Add-a-heading-3.png?resize=1024%2C858&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Add-a-heading-3.png?resize=300%2C252&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Add-a-heading-3.png?resize=768%2C644&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Add-a-heading-3.png?resize=1536%2C1288&ssl=1 1536w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Add-a-heading-3.png?resize=2048%2C1717&ssl=1 2048w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Add-a-heading-3.png?resize=1080%2C905&ssl=1 1080w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Add-a-heading-3.png?resize=1280%2C1073&ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Add-a-heading-3.png?resize=980%2C822&ssl=1 980w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Add-a-heading-3.png?resize=480%2C402&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Add-a-heading-3.png?resize=600%2C503&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Add-a-heading-3.png?w=2160&ssl=1 2160w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></a></figure><div class="wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-layout-3 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex"><div class="wp-block-button"><a class="wp-block-button__link wp-element-button" href="https://purejoycreative.etsy.com/listing/752242447/names-of-jesus-24-advent-coloring-cards" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">SHOP NOW</a></div></div><p class=""></p><p class="">This <a href="https://purejoycreative.etsy.com/listing/1110460845/nativity-and-hymn-advent-coloring">Nativity Advent Coloring Calendar</a> is a wonderful way to get kids involved in creating a nativity scene. This resource includes hymn pages that make it easy to incorporate the rich musical traditions of the season into your Advent preparations. Color the background and nativity pieces all at once or use them as a daily Advent Calendar counting the days until Jesus’ birth. You could also paste the cards to a cardboard tube to make the pieces stand. There are so many ways to get creative!</p><figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized"><a href="https://purejoycreative.etsy.com/listing/1110460845/nativity-and-hymn-advent-coloring"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="858" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Nativity-Advent-Coloring-Calendar-2.png?resize=1024%2C858&ssl=1" alt="" class="wp-image-30515" style="width:600px" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Nativity-Advent-Coloring-Calendar-2.png?resize=1024%2C858&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Nativity-Advent-Coloring-Calendar-2.png?resize=300%2C251&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Nativity-Advent-Coloring-Calendar-2.png?resize=768%2C644&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Nativity-Advent-Coloring-Calendar-2.png?resize=1536%2C1288&ssl=1 1536w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Nativity-Advent-Coloring-Calendar-2.png?resize=2048%2C1717&ssl=1 2048w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Nativity-Advent-Coloring-Calendar-2.png?resize=1080%2C905&ssl=1 1080w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Nativity-Advent-Coloring-Calendar-2.png?resize=1280%2C1073&ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Nativity-Advent-Coloring-Calendar-2.png?resize=980%2C822&ssl=1 980w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Nativity-Advent-Coloring-Calendar-2.png?resize=480%2C402&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Nativity-Advent-Coloring-Calendar-2.png?resize=600%2C503&ssl=1 600w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></a></figure><div class="wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-layout-4 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex"><div class="wp-block-button"><a class="wp-block-button__link wp-element-button" href="https://purejoycreative.etsy.com/listing/1110460845/nativity-and-hymn-advent-coloring" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">SHOP NOW</a></div></div><p class=""></p><p class="">If you are looking for an instant download option to go with your wreath lighting, this <a href="https://purejoycreative.etsy.com/listing/910428957/advent-candle-coloring-pages">Advent Candle Coloring Collection</a> is a great choice! There are 6 pages included that cover 5 individual candles with word art for the theme of the week, as well as one with the whole wreath. This is another great way to get whole families or classrooms involved in the traditions of this special time in the church year. </p><figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://purejoycreative.etsy.com/listing/910428957/advent-candle-coloring-pages"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="366" height="566" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screenshot-2023-11-15-135307.png?resize=366%2C566&ssl=1" alt="" class="wp-image-30516" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screenshot-2023-11-15-135307.png?w=366&ssl=1 366w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screenshot-2023-11-15-135307.png?resize=194%2C300&ssl=1 194w" sizes="(max-width: 366px) 100vw, 366px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></a></figure><div class="wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-layout-5 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex"><div class="wp-block-button"><a class="wp-block-button__link wp-element-button" href="https://purejoycreative.etsy.com/listing/910428957/advent-candle-coloring-pages" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">SHOP NOW</a></div></div><p class=""></p><p class="">Of course there are lots of other things available <a href="http://purejoycreative.etsy.com">in the shop</a> to make this Advent and Christmas season meaningful and memorable. I just wanted to highlight some of the options for getting the Word of God into your daily routine this season. This is where I always start when I plan what our December will look like. I’m so thankful for so many options to fit into whatever time and resources we have available. If you have any questions be sure to let us know! And I would love to hear in the comments some of the ways your family makes Advent special! </p><p class=""></p><p class=""></p>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column] [/et_pb_row] [/et_pb_section]PJC Digitalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00359517409993056455noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6157569.post-11880607738612224092023-07-23T22:51:00.000-05:002023-11-24T13:40:26.961-06:00Backpack Tags<p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>Does your church or ministry do a backpack blessing for the kids?</strong></p><p>I have created two different sets of backpack tags and I would love for you to check them out. </p><p>The idea of having scripture surround us doesn’t stop once we leave home. Home is probably one of the easier places to remember whose we are. When we go out into the world, to work, to school, we are faced with many trials and temptations. Having the Word of the Lord around us all the time is very encouraging, uplifting and helpful for us to keep our eyes of Jesus. </p><figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="768" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/newdesigns_coloretsylisting.jpg?resize=1024%2C768&ssl=1" alt="backpack tags, Lutheran artist, esv scripture" class="wp-image-30337" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/newdesigns_coloretsylisting.jpg?resize=1024%2C768&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/newdesigns_coloretsylisting.jpg?resize=300%2C225&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/newdesigns_coloretsylisting.jpg?resize=768%2C576&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/newdesigns_coloretsylisting.jpg?resize=1536%2C1152&ssl=1 1536w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/newdesigns_coloretsylisting.jpg?resize=510%2C382&ssl=1 510w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/newdesigns_coloretsylisting.jpg?resize=1080%2C810&ssl=1 1080w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/newdesigns_coloretsylisting.jpg?resize=1280%2C960&ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/newdesigns_coloretsylisting.jpg?resize=980%2C735&ssl=1 980w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/newdesigns_coloretsylisting.jpg?resize=480%2C360&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/newdesigns_coloretsylisting.jpg?resize=600%2C450&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/newdesigns_coloretsylisting.jpg?w=2000&ssl=1 2000w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" data-recalc-dims="1" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Scripture Backpack tags in color</figcaption></figure><p>I am excited by how well my designs from last year sold and that so many people were using them for their ministry. I am encouraged to know how many kids were headed off to school with scripture around them any time they picked up their back packs. I wanted to create some new tags this year to build on what was happening in the past two years and to add more options of scripture passages as well. </p><figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="794" height="596" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/il_794xN.3280917261_22gb.jpg?resize=794%2C596&ssl=1" alt="Last Years backpack tag designs." class="wp-image-29869" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/il_794xN.3280917261_22gb.jpg?w=794&ssl=1 794w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/il_794xN.3280917261_22gb.jpg?resize=300%2C225&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/il_794xN.3280917261_22gb.jpg?resize=768%2C576&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/il_794xN.3280917261_22gb.jpg?resize=510%2C382&ssl=1 510w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/il_794xN.3280917261_22gb.jpg?resize=480%2C360&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/il_794xN.3280917261_22gb.jpg?resize=600%2C450&ssl=1 600w" sizes="(max-width: 794px) 100vw, 794px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure><p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>Print. Laminate. Distribute. Pray.</strong></p><p>One more aspect that I love about these tags is that is causes us as leaders and teachers to slow down and pray of the kids who receive the back pack tags while we are assembling them. Pray for the kids while you print the tags and cut them apart. Pray for the kids while you laminate and cut them again. Pray for the kids while you distribute the tags. And continue to pray for the kids when they are at school. </p><figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="640" height="640" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/iap_640x640.5146128769_5omdps7d.webp?resize=640%2C640&ssl=1" alt="Laminated back pack tags ready to be handed out." class="wp-image-30374" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/iap_640x640.5146128769_5omdps7d.webp?w=640&ssl=1 640w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/iap_640x640.5146128769_5omdps7d.webp?resize=300%2C300&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/iap_640x640.5146128769_5omdps7d.webp?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/iap_640x640.5146128769_5omdps7d.webp?resize=480%2C480&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/iap_640x640.5146128769_5omdps7d.webp?resize=600%2C600&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/iap_640x640.5146128769_5omdps7d.webp?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px" data-recalc-dims="1" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">These back pack tags are ready to be handed out to the students.</figcaption></figure><p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>Two different sets of designs. Two different price points.</strong></p><p>There are two sets of designs for the back pack tags now. So choose whichever is your favorite. Or get both and mix it up! Each set also comes with black and white versions if you want to let the kids color their own tags. I love to have variety.</p><p>There are also two different price points for each set of designs. The <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/1059161367/printable-backpack-tags-4-designs-in?click_key=4ad45e3590a3567786c91f26aa7a734e22927eb5%3A1059161367&click_sum=8d638ab8&ref=shop_home_recs_2&crt=1" target="_blank">$7.00 set</a> is for personal use. These would be good for a homeschool group or small church group of less than 10 kids. The <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/1510591804/printable-back-pack-tag-group-printing?click_key=728647df876118f1ac8a08da100414144c2f8673%3A1510591804&click_sum=614fa2a8&ref=shop_home_recs_1">$15.00 set</a> is for distributing amongst many kids. The price reflects the group printing license. Thank you for being honest about which capacity you are using these in. </p><p>I would love to see how you use these back pack tags! Feel free to tag me on social media #purejoycreative so I can see!</p>PJC Digitalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00359517409993056455noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6157569.post-33378914404469450092021-09-28T19:30:00.000-05:002023-11-24T13:40:27.095-06:00Zooming into Pastor Appreciation Month<p>One of the reasons I love helping Jamie here at Pure Joy Creative is that I am someone who loves any chance to celebrate the joys of life. I love sharing a little encouragement for no reason at all, but give me a specific reason and I am even happier! So, it should be no surprise that I love <a href="https://purejoycreative.com/pastor-appreciation-3/">Pastor Appreciation Month</a>.</p><div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/october-Please.png?resize=480%2C480&ssl=1" alt="" class="wp-image-30139" width="480" height="480" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/october-Please.png?resize=1024%2C1024&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/october-Please.png?resize=300%2C300&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/october-Please.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/october-Please.png?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/october-Please.png?resize=980%2C980&ssl=1 980w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/october-Please.png?resize=480%2C480&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/october-Please.png?resize=600%2C600&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/october-Please.png?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/october-Please.png?w=1080&ssl=1 1080w" sizes="(max-width: 480px) 100vw, 480px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure></div><p>We have been blessed to have some amazing Pastors throughout our lives. Matt’s Grandpa was a pastor, and his brother John is one now. There was the Pastor who married us 20 years ago (20 years!) and the Pastor who baptized Aiden (one of the best days ever!) There was the Pastor who was ready to drop everything for hospital visits when Mom went through cancer treatments and the Pastor who helped me through the early days of my PTSD diagnosis when he barely knew me. I could definitely think of many more, but the truth is that Pastors are amazing. </p><p>Our current pastor is no different. Well, except that he is! When we first moved to Missouri we had trouble finding a church that really fit our family. We rotated worshipping at a couple lovely churches, but then covid happened and things got difficult. A couple of months ago we were invited to visit the church of some brand new homeschool friends. From the very first visit we knew we had found our new church home. It is a tiny little church… which was exactly what we thought we were not looking for. As usual, God had a surprise in mind for us! </p><p>Our current pastor is a bi-vocational pastor, which is not something that is common in our experience. He has been navigating shepherding a congregation during a really difficult time (as have all pastors!) and now he suddenly also has 3 eager homeschool kids to lead through confirmation. The unique challenges of the past year have definitely made technology a bigger part of the church, and he is now able to do confirmation with these kiddos via zoom. We live in a big triangle that covers a lot of miles, but when these kids sit down at the computer they are connected to an awesome pastor. The neatest part for me is that I get to hear part of their classes, and it is awesome. I mentioned that Aiden’s baptism was one of the best days of my life. I have dreamed of his confirmation for years. It is such a blessing to get to watch God at work in my child’s life, and I am so incredibly thankful that He gave us just the right pastor to lead Aiden through this major faith milestone.</p><figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-style-default"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="577" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Untitled-design-2.png?resize=1024%2C577&ssl=1" alt="" class="wp-image-30137" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Untitled-design-2.png?resize=1024%2C577&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Untitled-design-2.png?resize=300%2C169&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Untitled-design-2.png?resize=768%2C433&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Untitled-design-2.png?resize=1536%2C865&ssl=1 1536w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Untitled-design-2.png?resize=1080%2C608&ssl=1 1080w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Untitled-design-2.png?resize=1280%2C721&ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Untitled-design-2.png?resize=980%2C552&ssl=1 980w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Untitled-design-2.png?resize=480%2C270&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Untitled-design-2.png?resize=600%2C338&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Untitled-design-2.png?w=1640&ssl=1 1640w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure><p>My pastor is not the only one who has had to adapt in big ways in the past 18 months. No matter how strong a person’s faith might be, the uncertainty of things in this rocky stretch has been challenging. I think that this year we should be especially thankful for the faithful Pastors who have been fighting the good fight through the power of the Holy Spirit day in and day out. We should thank the pastors who have dealt with the closures and the funerals and the race to adapt to new demands. Let’s thank those who have held the hands of so many of us who were mourning and fearful and frustrated… even when they couldn’t actually hold anyone’s hand!</p><p>There’s no perfect way to say thank you to these servant-hearted men, and they do it for the glory of God – not the praise of men. I know that each of us can find some small way to say thank you this month though, and that is my challenge to you today! Jamie has some new printables in the <a href="https://purejoycreative.com/freebie-library/">Freebie Library</a> to get you started! If you don’t have the password, sign up below for the monthly email newsletter and it will be sent to you via email! And of course there are products in the <a href="https://purejoycreative.com/pastor-appreciation-3/">shop</a> as well! My personal favorite is this year’s new <a href="https://purejoycreative.com/product/church-worker-appreciation-card/">Church Worker Appreciation card</a>, but there are lots of options to choose from. </p><p></p><script>(function() { window.mc4wp = window.mc4wp || { listeners: [], forms: { on: function(evt, cb) { window.mc4wp.listeners.push( { event : evt, callback: cb } ); } } }})();</script><!-- Mailchimp for WordPress v4.9.10 - https://wordpress.org/plugins/mailchimp-for-wp/ --><form id="mc4wp-form-1" class="mc4wp-form mc4wp-form-24725" method="post" data-id="24725" data-name="Coming Soon" ><div class="mc4wp-form-fields"><p> <label>First Name</label> <input type="text" name="FNAME" required=""></p><p> <label>Email address: <input type="email" name="EMAIL" placeholder="Your email address" required /></label></p><p> <input type="submit" value="Sign up" /></p></div><label style="display: none !important;">Leave this field empty if you’re human: <input type="text" name="_mc4wp_honeypot" value="" tabindex="-1" autocomplete="off" /></label><input type="hidden" name="_mc4wp_timestamp" value="1700854806" /><input type="hidden" name="_mc4wp_form_id" value="24725" /><input type="hidden" name="_mc4wp_form_element_id" value="mc4wp-form-1" /><div class="mc4wp-response"></div></form><!-- / Mailchimp for WordPress Plugin --><p></p><p><strong>Has there been a particular pastor that has made a difference in your life? 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I had dreamed of hosting a summer art camp for many many years before it became a reality. Hosting a camp where kids get to explore new art mediums, learn new techniques and be creative was what I envisioned and it has been a reality for the last four years. I have loved watching kids of all ages create and try new things. It is an absolute joy to me. </p><div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Untitled-design-3-1.png?resize=768%2C593&ssl=1" alt="" class="wp-image-29643" width="768" height="593" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Untitled-design-3-1.png?resize=1024%2C791&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Untitled-design-3-1.png?resize=300%2C232&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Untitled-design-3-1.png?resize=768%2C593&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Untitled-design-3-1.png?resize=1536%2C1187&ssl=1 1536w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Untitled-design-3-1.png?resize=1080%2C835&ssl=1 1080w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Untitled-design-3-1.png?resize=1280%2C989&ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Untitled-design-3-1.png?resize=980%2C757&ssl=1 980w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Untitled-design-3-1.png?resize=480%2C371&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Untitled-design-3-1.png?resize=600%2C464&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Untitled-design-3-1.png?w=1650&ssl=1 1650w" sizes="(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure></div><p>Last year, art camp had to pivot and the Art Camp in a box was born. I was so excited to be able to offer the fun of camp in the safety and convenience of your own home to many more children than I could reach in my own small town. I am grateful that I am able to once again offer Art Camp in a box along with in-person camp if you’re local to me. </p><div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Untitled-design.jpg?resize=768%2C593&ssl=1" alt="" class="wp-image-29649" width="768" height="593" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Untitled-design.jpg?resize=1024%2C791&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Untitled-design.jpg?resize=300%2C232&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Untitled-design.jpg?resize=768%2C593&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Untitled-design.jpg?resize=1536%2C1187&ssl=1 1536w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Untitled-design.jpg?resize=1080%2C835&ssl=1 1080w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Untitled-design.jpg?resize=1280%2C989&ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Untitled-design.jpg?resize=980%2C757&ssl=1 980w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Untitled-design.jpg?resize=480%2C371&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Untitled-design.jpg?resize=600%2C464&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Untitled-design.jpg?w=1650&ssl=1 1650w" sizes="(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure></div><p>So what can you expect from art camp in a box? First of all you will get a box mailed to you with many of the supplies that your artist will need for their projects. I do ask that you provide some of the supplies that would be hard to ship and that you probably already have on hand. Things like scissors, pencils, markers, glue and other coloring mediums are what I will ask you to provide. A complete list will be emailed to you once the boxes are mailed so you have time to gather supplies before the videos start.</p><p>That brings me to the next part of Art Camp in a box. I’m not just going to mail you a bunch of supplies and expect you to know what to do with them. I will be making teaching videos to guide your artist through each project. This year I hope to make some of the videos during our in-person art camp so your artist will also get to see kids (other than just mine) doing the projects too.<br>Lastly you will be invited to a private facebook group where I will post links to all the videos and a post where artists can share their finished projects. After all, the best part of art camp is seeing what everyone creates! Look at some of these great creations from last year: </p><div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Untitled-design-5.png?resize=512%2C512&ssl=1" alt="" class="wp-image-29650" width="512" height="512" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Untitled-design-5.png?resize=1024%2C1024&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Untitled-design-5.png?resize=300%2C300&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Untitled-design-5.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Untitled-design-5.png?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Untitled-design-5.png?resize=980%2C980&ssl=1 980w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Untitled-design-5.png?resize=480%2C480&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Untitled-design-5.png?resize=600%2C600&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Untitled-design-5.png?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Untitled-design-5.png?w=1080&ssl=1 1080w" sizes="(max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure></div><p>There are two different age groups for art camp. One art camp is for kids who just finished kindergarten through 4th grade and another camp for kids who finished 5th grade and up. If your child is more experienced in art projects and almost in the next group feel free to move them up. The groups are pretty fluid. It just helps so that I am not making projects too difficult for the younger kids or too easy for the older kids. I cannot wait for your artist (or YOU!) to join us for this year’s Art Camp in a Box. Our projects will be based on the 7 Elements of Art, so we will explore line, shape, form, color, value, space and texture. There will be learning and there will be LOTS of creating and fun!!</p><div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Untitled-design-6.png?resize=512%2C512&ssl=1" alt="" class="wp-image-29651" width="512" height="512" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Untitled-design-6.png?resize=1024%2C1024&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Untitled-design-6.png?resize=300%2C300&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Untitled-design-6.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Untitled-design-6.png?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Untitled-design-6.png?resize=980%2C980&ssl=1 980w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Untitled-design-6.png?resize=480%2C480&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Untitled-design-6.png?resize=600%2C600&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Untitled-design-6.png?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Untitled-design-6.png?w=1080&ssl=1 1080w" sizes="(max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure></div><p>Please feel free to message me on social media or <a href="mailto:purejoycreative@gmail.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">email me</a> if you have any questions about this Art Camp in a box!</p><div data-block-name="woocommerce/reviews-by-product" data-edit-mode="false" data-product-id="28635" class="wp-block-woocommerce-reviews-by-product wc-block-reviews-by-product has-image has-name has-date has-rating has-content" data-image-type="reviewer" data-orderby="most-recent" data-reviews-on-page-load="10" data-reviews-on-load-more="10" data-show-load-more="true" data-show-orderby="true" data-product-id="28635"></div><p></p>PJC Digitalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00359517409993056455noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6157569.post-54199703169201310002020-12-01T15:37:00.000-06:002023-11-24T13:40:27.363-06:00Handmade Gift Ideas for Christmas 2020<p>Let me join the chorus of voices saying things like “This has been a crazy year.” It really goes without saying, and yet we keep saying it, right? Well, this year has not only been full of unusual challenges, it has also given us a chance to really think about the people we get to share our lives with, be it in person or from afar. I know that I have found myself wanting to let people know more than ever just how much they mean to me. So now, as we enter the Christmas season, it is a great time to think of some creative ways to show people we care… but since it is 2020 it may need to be done on a tighter budget than usual. </p><p>December is really the only month you will find me being crafty. When Aiden was little it was a regular craft-a-palooza. Even before that, I was always the aunt who would break out the paint and glitter when kiddos would visit. However, in this season of life I find myself crafting less. At least until the Christmas spirit kicks in! So, this year I started looking for new projects to do this month and I found a tutorial for keychain chapstick holders. I immediately thought this was brilliant, because my husband will tell you that I immediately lose any chapstick I buy. I think they actually go to live with all the ponytail holders I buy. Anyhow, I knew I wanted to make these, and of course I knew that Jamie would make awesome tags! </p><figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="512" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Untitled-design-1.png?resize=1024%2C512&ssl=1" alt="" class="wp-image-28973" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Untitled-design-1.png?resize=1024%2C512&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Untitled-design-1.png?resize=300%2C150&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Untitled-design-1.png?resize=768%2C384&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Untitled-design-1.png?resize=1080%2C540&ssl=1 1080w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Untitled-design-1.png?resize=980%2C490&ssl=1 980w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Untitled-design-1.png?resize=480%2C240&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Untitled-design-1.png?resize=600%2C300&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Untitled-design-1.png?w=1200&ssl=1 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure><p>Isn’t that cute? We are planning to make these for his homeshcool friends. (Shhh… don’t tell! Ha!) I love that we can use different fabrics to fit the personality of the recipient, and then adding Jamie’s tag is the perfect touch! This month you can get the digital file to print your own tags like this if you subscribe to the newsletter! Let’s spread the “chappy” wishes and have some fun!</p><p>Of course I also have people in my life who I want something a little different for. These are the kind of people who need more chocolate in their lives! So I also love the idea of filling whisks with kisses to spread a little punny joy to some of my favorite people. Luckily, Jamie has a tag for that as well! You can find the <a href="https://purejoycreative.com/product/we-whisk-you-a-merry-christmas-gift-tags/">printable tags for this project</a> in her shop. </p><div class="wp-block-image is-style-rounded"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/IMG_20201130_162027639-01-2.jpg?resize=384%2C512&ssl=1" alt="" class="wp-image-28975" width="384" height="512" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/IMG_20201130_162027639-01-2.jpg?resize=768%2C1024&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/IMG_20201130_162027639-01-2.jpg?resize=225%2C300&ssl=1 225w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/IMG_20201130_162027639-01-2.jpg?resize=480%2C640&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/IMG_20201130_162027639-01-2.jpg?resize=600%2C800&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/IMG_20201130_162027639-01-2.jpg?w=960&ssl=1 960w" sizes="(max-width: 384px) 100vw, 384px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure></div><p>Last, but not least, for the book lovers in your life I love these bookmarks! Coloring these in and adding them to cards or gifts is such a special way to bring more meaning to the holidays. These can be found <a href="https://purejoycreative.com/product/christmas-hymn-bookmarks-printable/">in the shop</a> as well. </p><figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="683" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/mockup-of-a-christmas-holiday-greeting-card-with-wrapped-gifts-23827-3.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&ssl=1" alt="These Christmas Hymn bookmarks will be a perfect addition to your holiday preparations! Print these out and color them to include in cards, attach to gifts, or just mark your favorite hymns and readings. Four unique designs give you a chance to mix it up and find your favorites. These could also be used in Bible journaling, or to create other Advent and Christmas crafts! " class="wp-image-27145" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/mockup-of-a-christmas-holiday-greeting-card-with-wrapped-gifts-23827-3.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/mockup-of-a-christmas-holiday-greeting-card-with-wrapped-gifts-23827-3.jpg?resize=300%2C200&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/mockup-of-a-christmas-holiday-greeting-card-with-wrapped-gifts-23827-3.jpg?resize=768%2C512&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/mockup-of-a-christmas-holiday-greeting-card-with-wrapped-gifts-23827-3.jpg?resize=1080%2C720&ssl=1 1080w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/mockup-of-a-christmas-holiday-greeting-card-with-wrapped-gifts-23827-3.jpg?resize=1280%2C853&ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/mockup-of-a-christmas-holiday-greeting-card-with-wrapped-gifts-23827-3.jpg?resize=980%2C653&ssl=1 980w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/mockup-of-a-christmas-holiday-greeting-card-with-wrapped-gifts-23827-3.jpg?resize=480%2C320&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/mockup-of-a-christmas-holiday-greeting-card-with-wrapped-gifts-23827-3.jpg?resize=600%2C400&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/mockup-of-a-christmas-holiday-greeting-card-with-wrapped-gifts-23827-3.jpg?w=1920&ssl=1 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure><p>What handmade gifts are you working on this year? I would love to hear about them in the comments!</p>PJC Digitalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00359517409993056455noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6157569.post-16834746334529695372020-11-19T19:59:00.000-06:002023-11-24T13:40:27.497-06:00Coloring our way through Advent<p>If there is one season I have loved even more since becoming a mama, it is Advent. I know that as children we sometimes had our little advent calendars with the doors that open to reveal chocolate inside, but I don’t remember ever having a focus on setting aside time to prepare our hearts for the joy of Christmas. As an adult, I enjoyed the Advent services at church, but again didn’t really bring that idea of meditating on the Word home with me. It was when Aiden was born that I started really realizing what a blessing it is to set aside time to study the Bible as a family. </p><p>We didn’t wait until Aiden was old enough to join in to start building some of these habits. He loved listening to us read as a baby, and it felt natural to start reading the Bible aloud during my personal study when he would be playing next to me. As he grew, I loved finding way to get him involved. When he was a toddler we used an advent resource that had us create ornaments each day, and we had a lot of fun with that. However, it was a lot of work to collect all of the supplies and we rarely made it through more than the first couple of weeks. We have tried other things through the years, and each one has been a blessing to our family in its own way. Each year I look forward to this time together!</p><p>Last year, we used the Names of Jesus Advent Coloring Cards for our evening time together. I love the idea of studying the names of Jesus during this season, and I also loved the idea of not having to gather anything but crayons or markers! I wanted there to be a creative element, but I also needed simple. These coloring cards were a perfect fit! </p><figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="940" height="788" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Miss-Jamies-Advent-coloring-cards-helped-me-focus-on-Jesus-and-let-me-be-creative-at-the-same-time.-I-cant-wait-to-color-them-again-this-year-Aiden-age-10.png?resize=940%2C788&ssl=1" alt="" class="wp-image-28730" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Miss-Jamies-Advent-coloring-cards-helped-me-focus-on-Jesus-and-let-me-be-creative-at-the-same-time.-I-cant-wait-to-color-them-again-this-year-Aiden-age-10.png?w=940&ssl=1 940w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Miss-Jamies-Advent-coloring-cards-helped-me-focus-on-Jesus-and-let-me-be-creative-at-the-same-time.-I-cant-wait-to-color-them-again-this-year-Aiden-age-10.png?resize=300%2C251&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Miss-Jamies-Advent-coloring-cards-helped-me-focus-on-Jesus-and-let-me-be-creative-at-the-same-time.-I-cant-wait-to-color-them-again-this-year-Aiden-age-10.png?resize=768%2C644&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Miss-Jamies-Advent-coloring-cards-helped-me-focus-on-Jesus-and-let-me-be-creative-at-the-same-time.-I-cant-wait-to-color-them-again-this-year-Aiden-age-10.png?resize=480%2C402&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Miss-Jamies-Advent-coloring-cards-helped-me-focus-on-Jesus-and-let-me-be-creative-at-the-same-time.-I-cant-wait-to-color-them-again-this-year-Aiden-age-10.png?resize=600%2C503&ssl=1 600w" sizes="(max-width: 940px) 100vw, 940px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure><p>I will say that Aiden has never been a big fan of coloring. He has never had any interest in coloring books, and always asked if he could have blank paper instead. However, he loved using these cards. I think the key is that they are small. For kids who aren’t big fans of coloring, handing them a whole page to color feels like a LOT. This was much more manageable. We also loved displaying our cards in the door frame of our kitchen where we could see them every time we walked by. I had gone into the season thinking I would come up with some fabulously creative way to display the cards… but then reality kicked in and I realized that scotch tape and a door frame was just right! (I only wish I had gotten a better photo of them there! That’s a goal for this year!)</p><p>I know from experience that it can feel overwhelming to look through pinterest ideas and different curriculums while trying to find the perfect way to make the holiday season “magical” and memorable, but I find that I am most thankful for the memories of when we found time to be quite and worshipful as we savored the days leading up to the celebration of the Savior! Of course I also enjoy covering the world with glitter and we can sing and dance to “Rocking Around the Christmas Tree” with the best of them. I just love having a Heavenly Father who provides us with both JOY and PEACE, and I am thankful that Jamie has designed this wonderful resource to help us dig in to who He is and why this season is so special. </p><p></p><div data-block-name="woocommerce/handpicked-products" data-edit-mode="false" data-products="[27125,27198]" class="wc-block-grid wp-block-handpicked-products wc-block-handpicked-products has-3-columns has-multiple-rows"><ul class="wc-block-grid__products"><li class="wc-block-grid__product"> <a href="https://purejoycreative.com/product/names-of-jesus-advent-calendar-coloring-cards/" class="wc-block-grid__product-link"> <div class="wc-block-grid__product-image"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="300" height="300" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/4-Pages-of-Cards-24-Unique-Designs-4.jpg?resize=300%2C300&ssl=1" class="attachment-woocommerce_thumbnail size-woocommerce_thumbnail" alt="These Names of Jesus Advent Calendar Coloring Cards will be a great addition to your holiday season. Print these four pages on cardstock and spend some time each day of Advent contemplating the names of Jesus with your family. I am including suggested Scripture readings for each card as well! Advent is the preparation for the birth of Jesus, so while you're decking the halls and making your home beautiful don't forget to keep your heart and mind in the right place. It's not about the glitz, glamour and gifts of Christmas, it's about our Savior being born as a human and growing to die in our place. What better gift could we want?! This listing is for 24 Names of Jesus Advent Coloring Calendar Cards and one reading plan. 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This small town in particular has a deep heritage that they are trying to protect and pass on. It is amazing to see the community come together for monthly fun, community activities. Whether they are painting rocks to hide around town, or doing the polka to the German band that has come to play in the beer garden. Maybe it’s the zucchini races or the cardboard boat races at the local pool. Whatever they have planned they have the family in mind and fun is at hand. A good time is sure to be had at these community events. </p><p>The biggest community event of the year is the FAIR!! This is no small fair. This fair includes all the carnival rides you’d expect and the carnival games that are near impossible to win. This fair includes livestock showings, judging of art work, photography, collections, jams, cakes and other delectable desserts. This fair includes a queen and a “future king and queen” as well. This fair boasts everything that you would find at a fair in a city twice as large. </p><h2 class="wp-block-heading">The best part of the fair…</h2><p>However, the most impressive part of the fair is not having four parades in three days, the antique tractors and classic cars, the local bands that march (and don’t forget the cheerleaders) but the floats. These floats are beyond impressive and until you really know how much work goes into these floats you probably don’t see the grand scale of wonder and awe that these floats can produce. </p><p>Float work begins almost as soon as one fair ends. But in reality the float committees take a few months off. But I’m sure they’re always thinking about what they will create next. In the past the kids at our Lutheran school had a competition and drew what they thought would make a good float. They had a contest and let the student body decide on which design they should use. Then the work begins; drawing the plans, finding a trailer, finding a huge work garage, ordering non-bleeding tissue paper, and recruiting the help. Typically by May the designs are finalized and the tissue paper cutting begins. Although this year things were put on hold since we didn’t know if we would be able to even have the fair.</p><h2 class="wp-block-heading">How is the float made?</h2><p> All summer long people are seen cutting, counting, pleating and fluffing thousands and thousands of little tiny tissue paper flowers. When you offer to help they will put you to work and you will find out soon which step you like the best. I prefer to fluff, but I know plenty of people who don’t want anything to do with fluffing so they will count or pleat. Each flower starts as a huge piece of tissue paper which is then cut down to size and stacked in piles of four. Then the tissue paper is pleated and a wire is wrapped around the middle.</p><figure class="wp-block-image"><a href="https://i0.wp.com/1.bp.blogspot.com/-f5q2wx1rEUU/XXbRzea2WRI/AAAAAAAAS10/ce5EmIvut-sYxISLjfdZCCqNb0Cw4H8rQCLcBGAs/s1600/20190824_102000.jpg?ssl=1"><img decoding="async" src="https://i0.wp.com/1.bp.blogspot.com/-f5q2wx1rEUU/XXbRzea2WRI/AAAAAAAAS10/ce5EmIvut-sYxISLjfdZCCqNb0Cw4H8rQCLcBGAs/s640/20190824_102000.jpg?w=1080&ssl=1" alt="" data-recalc-dims="1"/></a></figure><p>After the pleating comes the fluffing. The four pieces of paper are separated from the other pieces and a flower is formed!! Thousands and thousands of flowers in MANY different colors are pleated and fluffed. If you come into the church building or the classroom you will see boxes and boxes of flowers filling the space.</p><figure class="wp-block-image"><a href="https://i0.wp.com/1.bp.blogspot.com/-dZfJzn9ZLns/XXbR0T-_CiI/AAAAAAAAS14/ahY5_fXnj2IlZssGg9wTdLTo9ANA3DkpQCLcBGAs/s1600/20190824_102003.jpg?ssl=1"><img decoding="async" src="https://i0.wp.com/1.bp.blogspot.com/-dZfJzn9ZLns/XXbR0T-_CiI/AAAAAAAAS14/ahY5_fXnj2IlZssGg9wTdLTo9ANA3DkpQCLcBGAs/s640/20190824_102003.jpg?w=1080&ssl=1" alt="" data-recalc-dims="1"/></a></figure><figure class="wp-block-image"><a href="https://i0.wp.com/1.bp.blogspot.com/-5bccM3DuAdg/XXbR9rnQq5I/AAAAAAAAS2A/Pmfy5fNxnFgm-Q2GlpndtJxBHVt4n29bgCLcBGAs/s1600/20190824_102016.jpg?ssl=1"><img decoding="async" src="https://i0.wp.com/1.bp.blogspot.com/-5bccM3DuAdg/XXbR9rnQq5I/AAAAAAAAS2A/Pmfy5fNxnFgm-Q2GlpndtJxBHVt4n29bgCLcBGAs/s640/20190824_102016.jpg?w=1080&ssl=1" alt="" data-recalc-dims="1"/></a></figure><figure class="wp-block-image"><a href="https://i0.wp.com/1.bp.blogspot.com/-yPlx25E6Zhk/XXbR-GANm3I/AAAAAAAAS2E/lqv4txsFk1MRG6_UHZ5ojowjDXlS_bYBwCLcBGAs/s1600/20190824_102018.jpg?ssl=1"><img decoding="async" src="https://i0.wp.com/1.bp.blogspot.com/-yPlx25E6Zhk/XXbR-GANm3I/AAAAAAAAS2E/lqv4txsFk1MRG6_UHZ5ojowjDXlS_bYBwCLcBGAs/s640/20190824_102018.jpg?w=1080&ssl=1" alt="" data-recalc-dims="1"/></a></figure><h2 class="wp-block-heading">We’ve gotta have a structure…</h2><p>While some people are pleating and fluffing flowers some others are working on the wood structure of the float. Many times these float includes lights and moving parts. Someone has to have the knowledge to make the wooden base and all the electrical wiring to make things move and light up. This wood base is from our church float from 2017 just to give you an idea of what it looks like.</p><figure class="wp-block-image"><a href="https://i0.wp.com/1.bp.blogspot.com/-cB9mo5QQs4g/XXbWOl3F8yI/AAAAAAAAS3c/gMRs8tacuMIlHagOYMJQx0r7Njwt8-5OgCLcBGAs/s1600/20170818_130014.jpg?ssl=1"><img decoding="async" src="https://i0.wp.com/1.bp.blogspot.com/-cB9mo5QQs4g/XXbWOl3F8yI/AAAAAAAAS3c/gMRs8tacuMIlHagOYMJQx0r7Njwt8-5OgCLcBGAs/s640/20170818_130014.jpg?w=1080&ssl=1" alt="" data-recalc-dims="1"/></a></figure><figure class="wp-block-image"><a href="https://i0.wp.com/1.bp.blogspot.com/-AZr0Rzf3OKQ/XXbWOBJTIvI/AAAAAAAAS3U/fCIkaZ6i7Z0quo_oczinKALlKSE9lJ2xQCLcBGAs/s1600/20170818_130018.jpg?ssl=1"><img decoding="async" src="https://i0.wp.com/1.bp.blogspot.com/-AZr0Rzf3OKQ/XXbWOBJTIvI/AAAAAAAAS3U/fCIkaZ6i7Z0quo_oczinKALlKSE9lJ2xQCLcBGAs/s640/20170818_130018.jpg?w=1080&ssl=1" alt="" data-recalc-dims="1"/></a></figure><figure class="wp-block-image"><a href="https://i0.wp.com/1.bp.blogspot.com/-MoUs4J70EiQ/XXbWOckCVeI/AAAAAAAAS3Y/lHhW0b1DFdoQuL0Ful7il_hpJJpyAT1hACLcBGAs/s1600/20170818_130736.jpg?ssl=1"><img decoding="async" src="https://i0.wp.com/1.bp.blogspot.com/-MoUs4J70EiQ/XXbWOckCVeI/AAAAAAAAS3Y/lHhW0b1DFdoQuL0Ful7il_hpJJpyAT1hACLcBGAs/s640/20170818_130736.jpg?w=1080&ssl=1" alt="" data-recalc-dims="1"/></a></figure><figure class="wp-block-image"><a href="https://i0.wp.com/1.bp.blogspot.com/-FNK1H5f-JSc/XXbWSa9y4mI/AAAAAAAAS3g/JFHnn4JBUt4odOHZIp2SWsxUZ-8Ffd5eACLcBGAs/s1600/20170818_130742.jpg?ssl=1"><img decoding="async" src="https://i0.wp.com/1.bp.blogspot.com/-FNK1H5f-JSc/XXbWSa9y4mI/AAAAAAAAS3g/JFHnn4JBUt4odOHZIp2SWsxUZ-8Ffd5eACLcBGAs/s640/20170818_130742.jpg?w=1080&ssl=1" alt="" data-recalc-dims="1"/></a></figure><p>The flowers are then put onto cardboard and the wire that wrapped around the middle of the pleated flower is poked through the hole and then split in the back to keep it in place.</p><p>Lines have to be carefully measured and marked to make sure the flowers stay in nice clean rows!</p><figure class="wp-block-image"><a href="https://i0.wp.com/1.bp.blogspot.com/-nh_sCWX50qo/XXbSskw03tI/AAAAAAAAS2Y/vO5fW5SZKAsKSCbDvzGAXFvR9HwtGbXBwCLcBGAs/s1600/20190824_101724.jpg?ssl=1"><img decoding="async" src="https://i0.wp.com/1.bp.blogspot.com/-nh_sCWX50qo/XXbSskw03tI/AAAAAAAAS2Y/vO5fW5SZKAsKSCbDvzGAXFvR9HwtGbXBwCLcBGAs/s640/20190824_101724.jpg?w=1080&ssl=1" alt="" data-recalc-dims="1"/></a></figure><figure class="wp-block-image"><a href="https://i0.wp.com/1.bp.blogspot.com/-d9OJYZOF03k/XXbSsj0OajI/AAAAAAAAS2c/P8fKvhHz68UVhtsL4Y1LRqeC4Z7UX6nggCLcBGAs/s1600/20190824_101721.jpg?ssl=1"><img decoding="async" src="https://i0.wp.com/1.bp.blogspot.com/-d9OJYZOF03k/XXbSsj0OajI/AAAAAAAAS2c/P8fKvhHz68UVhtsL4Y1LRqeC4Z7UX6nggCLcBGAs/s640/20190824_101721.jpg?w=1080&ssl=1" alt="" data-recalc-dims="1"/></a></figure><p>The flowers are placed in the boards and then the boards are attached to the wood base of the actual float. As you can see each step takes a lot of man hours and expertise.</p><figure class="wp-block-image"><a href="https://i0.wp.com/1.bp.blogspot.com/-qrmceCGck3c/XXbR8xoNGdI/AAAAAAAAS18/67bA9DRqwDECcRIKpbCwOisPiHHVUKN-QCLcBGAs/s1600/20190824_102009.jpg?ssl=1"><img decoding="async" src="https://i0.wp.com/1.bp.blogspot.com/-qrmceCGck3c/XXbR8xoNGdI/AAAAAAAAS18/67bA9DRqwDECcRIKpbCwOisPiHHVUKN-QCLcBGAs/s640/20190824_102009.jpg?w=1080&ssl=1" alt="" data-recalc-dims="1"/></a></figure><p>This is the finished float that the Lutheran school made last year. Isn’t it amazing?! As you can tell it took many many thousands of hours to put this beautiful creation together. This year there were 5 floats in the parades and now it probably makes sense to you why they have the floats go through all 4 parades. With all the work, time and effort that goes into these floats they want to show them off as often as possible.</p><figure class="wp-block-image"><a href="https://i0.wp.com/1.bp.blogspot.com/-3yu7s2mWeNg/XXbTjtzNeuI/AAAAAAAAS2s/J40irUPKkG8f4imfOoKG77aeoNa1mDTAACLcBGAs/s1600/20190907_103601.jpg?ssl=1"><img decoding="async" src="https://i0.wp.com/1.bp.blogspot.com/-3yu7s2mWeNg/XXbTjtzNeuI/AAAAAAAAS2s/J40irUPKkG8f4imfOoKG77aeoNa1mDTAACLcBGAs/s640/20190907_103601.jpg?w=1080&ssl=1" alt="" data-recalc-dims="1"/></a></figure><figure class="wp-block-image"><a href="https://i0.wp.com/1.bp.blogspot.com/-_ynvSB0pSN0/XXbTinauaQI/AAAAAAAAS2o/nS41YsVApG0BF_77izQgQWJjosc0x31JwCLcBGAs/s1600/20190907_103713.jpg?ssl=1"><img decoding="async" src="https://i0.wp.com/1.bp.blogspot.com/-_ynvSB0pSN0/XXbTinauaQI/AAAAAAAAS2o/nS41YsVApG0BF_77izQgQWJjosc0x31JwCLcBGAs/s640/20190907_103713.jpg?w=1080&ssl=1" alt="" data-recalc-dims="1"/></a></figure><figure class="wp-block-image"><a href="https://i0.wp.com/1.bp.blogspot.com/-LCdF7aPeEq0/XXbUH9glWdI/AAAAAAAAS3E/LqQnH5OkoUUQkTtUYnS-YeToXS3dkZYGwCLcBGAs/s1600/20190907_103613.jpg?ssl=1"><img decoding="async" src="https://i0.wp.com/1.bp.blogspot.com/-LCdF7aPeEq0/XXbUH9glWdI/AAAAAAAAS3E/LqQnH5OkoUUQkTtUYnS-YeToXS3dkZYGwCLcBGAs/s640/20190907_103613.jpg?w=1080&ssl=1" alt="" data-recalc-dims="1"/></a></figure><p>Here is our church’s float from last year too.</p><figure class="wp-block-image"><a href="https://i0.wp.com/1.bp.blogspot.com/-JOLqXVsh6_s/XXbUEuUk1-I/AAAAAAAAS28/-mj1H6W-pbAjq-OlZVxwmWifp47rdzr7wCLcBGAs/s1600/20190907_103524.jpg?ssl=1"><img decoding="async" src="https://i0.wp.com/1.bp.blogspot.com/-JOLqXVsh6_s/XXbUEuUk1-I/AAAAAAAAS28/-mj1H6W-pbAjq-OlZVxwmWifp47rdzr7wCLcBGAs/s640/20190907_103524.jpg?w=1080&ssl=1" alt="" data-recalc-dims="1"/></a></figure><p>These floats are beautiful works of art. The time and creativity that each of these takes is amazing. I am so excited that we have gotten to experience this small town fair. It really is amazing what a town this size can pull off. I am totally impressed. I hope that those who attend the parades and see the floats can really appreciate the time and effort that goes into each and every float that comes down our street in the “Worlds Fair”.</p><p></p><p>I am so glad that we will be able to once again experience the fair this year. Although it may look different that years past work has already begun on the floats. Each group that is making a float keeps their designs a secret and my favorite part is seeing the floats in all their glory on the first night of the parade. Now, if you’ll excuse me I need to get back to fluffing flowers. We are a little behind since we didn’t start right in May. Have a great week!<a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"></a></p>PJC Digitalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00359517409993056455noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6157569.post-65916323049566266012020-06-23T03:07:00.000-05:002023-11-24T13:40:27.758-06:00DIY Patriotic Fabric Wreath<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="400" height="533" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Purejoycreative.patrioticwreath.jpg?resize=400%2C533&ssl=1" alt="" class="wp-image-28612" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Purejoycreative.patrioticwreath.jpg?w=400&ssl=1 400w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Purejoycreative.patrioticwreath.jpg?resize=225%2C300&ssl=1 225w" sizes="(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure></div><p>Independence Day may look a little different this year with all the quarantine and celebrations being cancelled. I like to change up my front door decorations to fit the seasons. A couple of years ago my friend from church told me about a wreath she had made using a bandana and when I saw similar fabric I decided to grab some and make my own wreath.</p><p class="has-text-align-center">Here is a quick photo tutorial so you can make your own patriotic wreath for your front door too!!</p><h3 class="has-text-align-center wp-block-heading"><strong>Materials you need:</strong></h3><p class="has-text-align-center"><strong>3 fat quarters of fabric</strong>…<br>one in each color (red, white & blue) with whatever design on it that you’d like!</p><p class="has-text-align-center"><strong>A wreath form</strong>…<br>or if you’re like me and don’t have a wreath form but have<br>extra embroidery hoops lying around use that.<br>The one I used was a 12 inch hoop!</p><p class="has-text-align-center"><strong>Scissors</strong></p><h3 class="has-text-align-center wp-block-heading">Directions:</h3><p>Cut the fabric into approximately 1 inch strips the long way on your fat quarter. I lined them all up and cut them at the same time. Cut those 1 inch strips in half. So you’ll have a strip that is one inch thick and 6-10 inches long.</p><div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="400" height="533" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/20170629_122341.jpg?resize=400%2C533&ssl=1" alt="" class="wp-image-28613" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/20170629_122341.jpg?w=400&ssl=1 400w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/20170629_122341.jpg?resize=225%2C300&ssl=1 225w" sizes="(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure></div><p>Basically you’re going to loop the fabric through itself. So make a loop behind the hoop, then pull the ends through going around the front of the hoop. Hopefully my pictures are helpful and not more confusing!!</p><div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="400" height="533" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/20170629_122423.jpg?resize=400%2C533&ssl=1" alt="" class="wp-image-28614" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/20170629_122423.jpg?w=400&ssl=1 400w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/20170629_122423.jpg?resize=225%2C300&ssl=1 225w" sizes="(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure></div><div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="400" height="533" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/20170629_122437.jpg?resize=400%2C533&ssl=1" alt="" class="wp-image-28615" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/20170629_122437.jpg?w=400&ssl=1 400w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/20170629_122437.jpg?resize=225%2C300&ssl=1 225w" sizes="(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure></div><div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="400" height="533" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/20170629_122443-1.jpg?resize=400%2C533&ssl=1" alt="" class="wp-image-28617" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/20170629_122443-1.jpg?w=400&ssl=1 400w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/20170629_122443-1.jpg?resize=225%2C300&ssl=1 225w" sizes="(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure></div><div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="400" height="533" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/20170629_122450-2.jpg?resize=400%2C533&ssl=1" alt="" class="wp-image-28620" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/20170629_122450-2.jpg?w=400&ssl=1 400w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/20170629_122450-2.jpg?resize=225%2C300&ssl=1 225w" sizes="(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure></div><p>Continue this process until you have the hoop (or wreath form) all filled up. Make sure to alternate the red and white and keep the blue to the top left side of the hoop. Make sure to pull tight on your loops otherwise they will want to come off. Hang the hoop (or wreath form) on your door and call it good. </p><p>I will probably go back to this and add some stars or some other sort of patriotic goodies because it looks a little bare…but I do like the simplicity of it!! </p><div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="400" height="533" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/20170629_140437-1.jpg?resize=400%2C533&ssl=1" alt="" class="wp-image-28621" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/20170629_140437-1.jpg?w=400&ssl=1 400w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/20170629_140437-1.jpg?resize=225%2C300&ssl=1 225w" sizes="(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure></div><p>I would love for you to share what you make if you use this tutorial. Tag me on <a href="http://www.facebook.com/purejoycreative">facebook </a>and <a href="http://www.instagram.com/purejoycreative">instagram </a>@purejoycreative #purejoycreative Happy Celebrating!!!</p>PJC Digitalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00359517409993056455noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6157569.post-65667960416905298472020-06-11T11:13:00.000-05:002023-11-24T13:40:27.968-06:00Virtual Summer Art Camp<p>I had dreamt about hosting a summer art camp for five or six years. Two years ago it became a reality when I hosted my first summer art camp for kids in my area. Camp has been a huge success. I have LOVED seeing what the kids have created. One of my favorite things is watching kids create and come up with new ideas. I’ve held two different camps for 4 days each based on the kids age. </p><p>When the kids come to camp they are excited to get to do things that maybe they wouldn’t get to do at home. Camp always started with a tie-dyed camp shirt and dare I say that is one of the kids favorite activities. The spray paint art that we did last year was also very high on their list. I try to plan activities using medium that they may not have been exposed to very often and things their moms probably don’t want done in their homes, thus the spray paint art!</p><p>This year, since things are a little different with all the quarantine and social distancing and the fact that I am seven months pregnant I though that I was not going to be able to host my regular summer art camp. I got to thinking about how most things seem to still be happening but are just moving online. So why couldn’t I do that with summer art camp?</p><h2 class="wp-block-heading">Camp Can Still Happen!!</h2><p>This year I have decided to take my summer art camp to the computer. This year I am hosting a virtual summer art camp, which gives more kids an opportunity to participate. So kids will still get to do art projects but I will be teaching online in a private facebook group and the projects will all be organized and ready for the kids to do. </p><p>I am so excited to still have an opportunity to lead summer art camp. I am excited to see what the kids create. This year our theme is “The Masters”. There will be two projects per day for 5 days. One project will be a little more involved than the other. You can do the projects at your own pace because the facebook group and videos will be up until the end of 2020. </p><h2 class="wp-block-heading">Classes and Cost</h2><p>The classes will be broken up by age with a class for 6-10 year olds and a class for 11-16 year olds. I am asking families to provide a few of the supplies that you would normally have in your home such as paint, glue, scissors and the like. You will also receive a box of supplies in the mail that will be organized by each project!! </p><p>The cost is $40 (plus shipping) which breaks down to $8 a day or $4 per project. Boxes will be mailed out the week of June 29th and videos will start in a private facebook group on July 6th. The facebook group will stay open until the end of 2020 so you can watch and do projects, share photos of your projects and the like at your convenience.</p><h2 class="wp-block-heading">Register here</h2><p>Registraton is now closed but if you are interested in the camp please send me a message and I will see if I can accommodate you! I am so excited for your child to join us this year!!</p>PJC Digitalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00359517409993056455noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6157569.post-71777713705087238232020-02-10T19:33:00.000-06:002023-11-24T13:40:28.098-06:00Valentines Day - FREE Printable Cards<p>So you all know how cheap I am right? I mean thrifty. I love to spoil my kids and other peoples kids…but I try to do so in the thriftiest way possible. I also love to draw and do hand lettering, obviously…so I combined all those things and came up with these Valentine’s Day printables! </p><div class="wp-block-jetpack-tiled-gallery aligncenter is-style-rectangular"><div class="tiled-gallery__gallery"><div class="tiled-gallery__row"><div class="tiled-gallery__col"><figure class="tiled-gallery__item"><img decoding="async" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/20160124_143905-1-1024x732-1.jpg?strip=info&w=600&ssl=1 600w,https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/20160124_143905-1-1024x732-1.jpg?strip=info&w=900&ssl=1 900w,https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/20160124_143905-1-1024x732-1.jpg?strip=info&w=1024&ssl=1 1024w" alt="" data-height="732" data-id="28392" data-link="https://purejoycreative.com/?attachment_id=28392" data-url="https://purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/20160124_143905-1-1024x732-1.jpg" data-width="1024" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/20160124_143905-1-1024x732-1.jpg?ssl=1"/></figure><figure class="tiled-gallery__item"><img decoding="async" srcset="https://i2.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/20160124_143942-1-1024x1024-1.jpg?strip=info&w=600&ssl=1 600w,https://i2.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/20160124_143942-1-1024x1024-1.jpg?strip=info&w=900&ssl=1 900w,https://i2.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/20160124_143942-1-1024x1024-1.jpg?strip=info&w=1024&ssl=1 1024w" alt="" data-height="1024" data-id="28393" data-link="https://purejoycreative.com/?attachment_id=28393" data-url="https://purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/20160124_143942-1-1024x1024-1.jpg" data-width="1024" src="https://i2.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/20160124_143942-1-1024x1024-1.jpg?ssl=1"/></figure></div><div class="tiled-gallery__col"><figure class="tiled-gallery__item"><img decoding="async" srcset="https://i2.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/valentinespost.jpg?strip=info&w=600&ssl=1 600w,https://i2.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/valentinespost.jpg?strip=info&w=900&ssl=1 900w,https://i2.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/valentinespost.jpg?strip=info&w=1200&ssl=1 1200w" alt="" data-height="1600" data-id="28394" data-link="https://purejoycreative.com/?attachment_id=28394" data-url="https://purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/valentinespost.jpg" data-width="1200" src="https://i2.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/valentinespost.jpg?ssl=1"/></figure></div></div></div></div><p>You can download these Valentine pages and have your kids color them in to give them to their friends!! Or just tape some crayons to the Valentine and let their friends do the coloring! I would love to see how your kids use all these different Valentines. </p><div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="640" height="480" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/valentines-post-2.jpg?resize=640%2C480&ssl=1" alt="" class="wp-image-28395" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/valentines-post-2.jpg?w=640&ssl=1 640w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/valentines-post-2.jpg?resize=300%2C225&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/valentines-post-2.jpg?resize=510%2C382&ssl=1 510w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/valentines-post-2.jpg?resize=480%2C360&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/valentines-post-2.jpg?resize=600%2C450&ssl=1 600w" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure></div><p>I had so much fun creating these! I actually have three different sets of FREE valentines for you to choose from! You can download the basic heart designs <a href="https://purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/valentines-printable.purejoycreative.com_.pdf">right here in this blog post</a>! Then be sure you are signed up for my <a href="https://mailchi.mp/182c6d868840/freebiefans">Freebie Library</a> to find the other two sets! </p><div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-medium"><a href="https://purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/valentines-printable.purejoycreative.com_.pdf"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="200" height="300" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Valentines.jpg?resize=200%2C300&ssl=1" alt="" class="wp-image-28397" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Valentines.jpg?resize=200%2C300&ssl=1 200w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Valentines.jpg?resize=683%2C1024&ssl=1 683w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Valentines.jpg?resize=768%2C1152&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Valentines.jpg?resize=980%2C1470&ssl=1 980w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Valentines.jpg?resize=480%2C720&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Valentines.jpg?resize=600%2C900&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Valentines.jpg?w=1000&ssl=1 1000w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></a><figcaption><a href="https://purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/valentines-printable.purejoycreative.com_.pdf">Click to download your FREE printable!</a></figcaption></figure></div><p>If you use these printables, I would love to see it! Share your photos with the tag #purejoycreative so I can find them on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/PureJoyCreative/">facebook</a> or <a href="https://www.instagram.com/purejoycreative/">instagram</a>! I really enjoy being able to provide these free resources. Please be sure to use them only for personal use, and direct friends to this page to download their own copies directly! Thanks so much! </p><hr class="wp-block-separator"/><p>If you are looking for even MORE love-inspired items for Valentines Day (or any other day!) you can find more to choose from in my shop. I have bookmarks, art prints and more for you to choose from. 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We could all use a little more love in our lives. No one ever said, I wish "so and so" didn't love me so well. Let us share the love of God with people around us. Beautiful art doesn't hurt in spreading that message. Use this printable as a card, insert for your Bible or just frame it for your house!" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/love-one-another-2.jpg?resize=300%2C300&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/love-one-another-2.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/love-one-another-2.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/love-one-another-2.jpg?zoom=2&resize=300%2C300&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/love-one-another-2.jpg?zoom=3&resize=300%2C300&ssl=1 900w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></div> <div class="wc-block-grid__product-title">Love One Another John 13:34 – Watercolor Hearts Scripture Art Print</div> </a> <div class="wc-block-grid__product-price price"><span class="woocommerce-Price-amount amount"><span class="woocommerce-Price-currencySymbol">$</span>5.00</span></div> <div class="wp-block-button wc-block-grid__product-add-to-cart"><a href="?add-to-cart=26961" aria-label="Add “Love One Another John 13:34 - Watercolor Hearts Scripture Art Print” to your cart" data-quantity="1" data-product_id="26961" data-product_sku="" data-price="5" rel="nofollow" class="wp-block-button__link add_to_cart_button ajax_add_to_cart">Add to cart</a></div> </li></ul></div>PJC Digitalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00359517409993056455noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6157569.post-90535953748425731732019-12-04T01:25:00.000-06:002023-11-24T13:40:28.230-06:00Happy Birthday to Me!<p> Hey friends, it’s my 40th birthday and one of YOU is getting the gift! A few years ago I was honored to be asked by <a href="http://cph.org">Concordia Publishing House</a> to draw some margins for <a href="https://www.cph.org/p-31638-the-enduring-word-bible.aspx">The Enduring Word Journaling Bible</a>. And today, one of you is going to win your very own copy. I was so excited to get the opportunity to add to this beautiful Bible and the other artists are so stinking talented, you will love the whole Bible. Thanks for entering and telling your friends. This giveaway will only last one day so enter quickly!! </p><figure class="wp-block-gallery columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex"><ul class="blocks-gallery-grid"><li class="blocks-gallery-item"><figure><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1440" height="1920" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/20180521_142034-1.jpg?fit=768%2C1024&ssl=1" alt="" data-id="27732" data-full-url="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/20180521_142034-1.jpg?fit=1440%2C1920&ssl=1" data-link="https://purejoycreative.com/?attachment_id=27732" class="wp-image-27732" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/20180521_142034-1.jpg?w=1440&ssl=1 1440w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/20180521_142034-1.jpg?resize=225%2C300&ssl=1 225w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/20180521_142034-1.jpg?resize=768%2C1024&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/20180521_142034-1.jpg?resize=1152%2C1536&ssl=1 1152w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/20180521_142034-1.jpg?resize=1080%2C1440&ssl=1 1080w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/20180521_142034-1.jpg?resize=1280%2C1707&ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/20180521_142034-1.jpg?resize=980%2C1307&ssl=1 980w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/20180521_142034-1.jpg?resize=480%2C640&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/20180521_142034-1.jpg?resize=600%2C800&ssl=1 600w" sizes="(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px" /></figure></li><li class="blocks-gallery-item"><figure><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1440" height="1920" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/20180521_142121-1.jpg?fit=768%2C1024&ssl=1" alt="" data-id="27733" data-full-url="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/20180521_142121-1.jpg?fit=1440%2C1920&ssl=1" data-link="https://purejoycreative.com/?attachment_id=27733" class="wp-image-27733" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/20180521_142121-1.jpg?w=1440&ssl=1 1440w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/20180521_142121-1.jpg?resize=225%2C300&ssl=1 225w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/20180521_142121-1.jpg?resize=768%2C1024&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/20180521_142121-1.jpg?resize=1152%2C1536&ssl=1 1152w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/20180521_142121-1.jpg?resize=1080%2C1440&ssl=1 1080w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/20180521_142121-1.jpg?resize=1280%2C1707&ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/20180521_142121-1.jpg?resize=980%2C1307&ssl=1 980w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/20180521_142121-1.jpg?resize=480%2C640&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/20180521_142121-1.jpg?resize=600%2C800&ssl=1 600w" sizes="(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px" /></figure></li></ul></figure><p></p><div class="wp-block-group"><div class="wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow"><a class="rcptr" href="http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/2fb678566/" rel="nofollow" data-raflid="2fb678566" data-theme="classic" data-template="" id="rcwidget_hm3evhkm">a Rafflecopter giveaway</a><script src="https://widget-prime.rafflecopter.com/launch.js"></script></div></div>PJC Digitalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00359517409993056455noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6157569.post-37189461190070333152019-11-27T08:40:00.000-06:002023-11-24T13:40:28.361-06:00Custom Christmas Ornaments - Black Friday Sale<p>When do you decorate for Christmas? Our family’s tradition is to put the tree up the day after Thanksgiving. I don’t know if tradition will continue this year or not. We may not get to the tree until the week after Thanksgiving. But it will get up sooner or later.</p><p>Do you get a live tree or put up your fake tree every year? We always had a fake tree growing up. I remember helping my day “fluff” the branches as a kid. He would meticulously string the lights on the tree and inevitably one or more strands of lights would stop working once they were on the tree. I’m pretty sure most people have had similar experiences. </p><div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20181206_084103-1.jpg?resize=512%2C512&ssl=1" alt="" class="wp-image-27653" width="512" height="512" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20181206_084103-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C1024&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20181206_084103-1.jpg?resize=300%2C300&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20181206_084103-1.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20181206_084103-1.jpg?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20181206_084103-1.jpg?resize=1080%2C1080&ssl=1 1080w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20181206_084103-1.jpg?resize=1280%2C1280&ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20181206_084103-1.jpg?resize=980%2C980&ssl=1 980w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20181206_084103-1.jpg?resize=480%2C480&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20181206_084103-1.jpg?resize=600%2C600&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20181206_084103-1.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20181206_084103-1.jpg?w=1440&ssl=1 1440w" sizes="(max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure></div><p>When we moved to Tennessee in 2011 we got our first live tree. I wasn’t sure how I would like it but since our church set up a Christmas tree lot every year as one of their biggest fundraisers we wanted to support the church. I LOVED having a real tree. We typically bought a Douglas Fir and it was full, sturdy and smelled so good. When we moved to Missouri we went back to using a fake tree and while it’s not the same as a live tree it works and I’m just so happy to have a place to put our ornaments, and to see the lights glow at night makes me feel cozy and nostalgic. We actually bought two fake trees so we could set up a tree in the basement and also because we have SO MANY ornaments. </p><p>I’m not one who decorates my tree with a theme, although I think themed trees are so beautiful it’s just not in our budget and I really love the memories that we hang on the tree each each. The ornaments we hang are often representative of years past. Sometimes they are just fun or cute but most often the ornaments hold special memories, either of the giver of the ornament or of the year in the lift of the recipient the ornament represents. <br>I love to make ornaments for others to give to their family members and loved ones. And I would love to be able to make an ornament for your family or for you to give to your loved ones. I can customize ornaments in many ways. </p><div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20181201_112323-1.jpg?resize=512%2C512&ssl=1" alt="" class="wp-image-27654" width="512" height="512" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20181201_112323-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C1024&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20181201_112323-1.jpg?resize=300%2C300&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20181201_112323-1.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20181201_112323-1.jpg?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20181201_112323-1.jpg?resize=1080%2C1080&ssl=1 1080w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20181201_112323-1.jpg?resize=1280%2C1280&ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20181201_112323-1.jpg?resize=980%2C980&ssl=1 980w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20181201_112323-1.jpg?resize=480%2C480&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20181201_112323-1.jpg?resize=600%2C600&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20181201_112323-1.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20181201_112323-1.jpg?w=1440&ssl=1 1440w" sizes="(max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure></div><p>This year I have a special Black Friday sale on my ornaments. You can buy one ornament at regular price and get the second ornament at half off. Custom ornaments are $15. Shipping is a flat $5 for any number of ornaments. </p><p>This year there are two sizes to choose from. The small ornaments are made from a branch from the sycamore tree in our backyard. The branch fell during a storm in June and I had a friend of mine cut the wood and put holes in them so we could hang them. The larger ornaments are more suitable for family names, states and the like. </p><figure class="wp-block-gallery columns-3 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex"><ul class="blocks-gallery-grid"><li class="blocks-gallery-item"><figure><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1920" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191125_145504-1.jpg?fit=1024%2C1024&ssl=1" alt="" data-id="27663" data-full-url="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191125_145504-1.jpg?fit=1920%2C1920&ssl=1" data-link="https://purejoycreative.com/custom-christmas-ornaments-black-friday-sale/20191125_145504-1/" class="wp-image-27663" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191125_145504-1.jpg?w=1920&ssl=1 1920w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191125_145504-1.jpg?resize=300%2C300&ssl=1 300w, 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https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191115_211937-1.jpg?resize=300%2C300&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191115_211937-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C1024&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191115_211937-1.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191115_211937-1.jpg?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191115_211937-1.jpg?resize=1080%2C1080&ssl=1 1080w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191115_211937-1.jpg?resize=1280%2C1280&ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191115_211937-1.jpg?resize=980%2C980&ssl=1 980w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191115_211937-1.jpg?resize=480%2C480&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191115_211937-1.jpg?resize=600%2C600&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191115_211937-1.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w" sizes="(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px" /></figure></li><li class="blocks-gallery-item"><figure><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1440" height="1440" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191125_145419-1.jpg?fit=1024%2C1024&ssl=1" alt="" data-id="27664" data-full-url="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191125_145419-1.jpg?fit=1440%2C1440&ssl=1" data-link="https://purejoycreative.com/custom-christmas-ornaments-black-friday-sale/20191125_145419-1/" class="wp-image-27664" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191125_145419-1.jpg?w=1440&ssl=1 1440w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191125_145419-1.jpg?resize=300%2C300&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191125_145419-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C1024&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191125_145419-1.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191125_145419-1.jpg?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191125_145419-1.jpg?resize=1080%2C1080&ssl=1 1080w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191125_145419-1.jpg?resize=1280%2C1280&ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191125_145419-1.jpg?resize=980%2C980&ssl=1 980w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191125_145419-1.jpg?resize=480%2C480&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191125_145419-1.jpg?resize=600%2C600&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191125_145419-1.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w" sizes="(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px" /></figure></li></ul></figure><p>Email me at <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="mailto:jamie@purejoycreative.com" target="_blank">jamie@purejoycreative.com</a> to place your order and I will invoice you using paypal. Once the order is paid for I will get to work and get the ornaments out in time for Christmas!!</p><p><a href="https://purejoycreative.com/christmas-card-designs-for-2019/">Christmas card pre-orders</a> need to be in by Friday, November 29th. Please also note, all custom orders need to be placed by <strong>December 3rd</strong>. Physical items from my <a href="https://purejoycreative.com/shop/">store</a> will only be sold until December 15th. Digital items will remain in the store throughout December. </p><div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/SALE.jpg?fit=683%2C1024&ssl=1" alt="" class="wp-image-27658" width="512" height="768" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/SALE.jpg?w=735&ssl=1 735w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/SALE.jpg?resize=200%2C300&ssl=1 200w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/SALE.jpg?resize=683%2C1024&ssl=1 683w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/SALE.jpg?resize=480%2C720&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/SALE.jpg?resize=600%2C900&ssl=1 600w" sizes="(max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px" /></figure></div><p>I have some really fun things in store for the new year. I will be sharing more information as the time gets closer! <br></p>PJC Digitalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00359517409993056455noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6157569.post-66156813784442294092019-11-25T16:19:00.000-06:002023-11-24T13:40:28.493-06:00Enter His Gates With Thanksgiving - Free Printable<blockquote class="wp-block-quote"><p>Enter his gates with thanksgiving<br> and his courts with praise;<br> give thanks to him and praise his name.</p><cite>Psalm 100:4</cite></blockquote><h4 class="wp-block-heading">Taking time to Give Thanks!</h4><p>Friends, as the week of <a href="https://purejoycreative.com/thanksgiving-preparations-making-things-special-on-a-budget/">Thanksgiving</a> has arrived I wanted to take a moment to share some of the things I am grateful for this year. I have been tremendously blessed by my Savior, Jesus Christ. My family has been blessed with good health, safe travels, and many many moments of unforgettable memories made. We have also been blessed with so many wonderful “ordinary” moments. </p><p>I am grateful for the faith in Jesus that my parents have instilled in me and taught me as a young girl. Now I get to share that same faith and the stories, truth, love and grace about Jesus with my own kids. We are blessed to be in a church body that loves Jesus. A congregation seeking the truth and wanting to learn more and more about His free gifts and how we can share them with others. </p><div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191125_142443-1-2.jpg?fit=1024%2C739&ssl=1" alt="" class="wp-image-27617" width="1024" height="739" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191125_142443-1-2.jpg?w=1780&ssl=1 1780w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191125_142443-1-2.jpg?resize=300%2C217&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191125_142443-1-2.jpg?resize=1024%2C739&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191125_142443-1-2.jpg?resize=768%2C554&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191125_142443-1-2.jpg?resize=1536%2C1109&ssl=1 1536w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191125_142443-1-2.jpg?resize=1080%2C780&ssl=1 1080w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191125_142443-1-2.jpg?resize=1280%2C924&ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191125_142443-1-2.jpg?resize=980%2C707&ssl=1 980w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191125_142443-1-2.jpg?resize=480%2C347&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191125_142443-1-2.jpg?resize=600%2C433&ssl=1 600w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /><figcaption>Thank you to everyone who voted in my newsletter poll to help me choose the verse for this design! I am so grateful for your input!</figcaption></figure></div><h4 class="wp-block-heading">I am so thankful for the gifts of creativity!</h4><p>God has completely blessed my socks off with the ability, desire and opportunity to teach something I love to young people. I get to help them use their creativity in ways they didn’t know was possible or necessary. </p><p>My small business is starting to take off in new ways. I have been extremely blessed with a tech guru who is helping me find my way in the big bad world of marketing, website sales and taming the chaos of my creative right brain. I am so thankful for the sales, the connections and most importantly the creativity to help you tell your stories. It is such a blessing that you invite me into your family rooms, cell phones, church pews and many other places with the little pieces of art I have been given the ability to produce. </p><h4 class="wp-block-heading">Thanking YOU for your support!</h4><p>I feel like saying Thank you is simply not enough. As always my list could go on and on but I think you understand that the greatest blessings in my life are all gifts from my Lord and Savior. He has blessed me more abundantly than I deserve and ALL glory belongs to Him. Thank you friends for your support. Your prayers and encouragement mean the world to me. </p><p>So, here is a little gift for you to show my appreciation. This piece is being given to you free of charge (you just need to be a newsletter subscriber) and you can <a href="https://purejoycreative.com/freebie-library/">download it</a> in either black and white or color (or both). I would definitely be thankful if you could share with me how you decide to use it! (Don’t forget to use the hashtag <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/purejoycreative/">#purejoycreative</a> if you share on social media so I can find it.) </p><div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FREE-PRIN.jpg?resize=1024%2C512&ssl=1" alt="" class="wp-image-27618" width="1024" height="512" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FREE-PRIN.jpg?w=1024&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FREE-PRIN.jpg?resize=300%2C150&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FREE-PRIN.jpg?resize=768%2C384&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FREE-PRIN.jpg?resize=980%2C490&ssl=1 980w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FREE-PRIN.jpg?resize=480%2C240&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FREE-PRIN.jpg?resize=600%2C300&ssl=1 600w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure></div><h4 class="wp-block-heading">Download your free print</h4><p>You can find both files in my <a href="https://purejoycreative.com/freebie-library/">Freebie Library</a>! If you don’t have access yet, <a href="https://mailchi.mp/182c6d868840/freebiefans">get your password</a> by signing up for my newsletter. You are encouraged to share, but please don’t just send the file to your friends. Direct them here to get a copy of their own…it is free after all. I pray that you have a truly blessed Thanksgiving. May your celebrations always center around the one who has given us the greatest blessing of all time in the death and resurrection of His Son. </p><div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://i1.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/www.reallygreatsite.com_.jpg?fit=683%2C1024&ssl=1" alt="" class="wp-image-27619" width="342" height="512" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/www.reallygreatsite.com_.jpg?w=735&ssl=1 735w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/www.reallygreatsite.com_.jpg?resize=200%2C300&ssl=1 200w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/www.reallygreatsite.com_.jpg?resize=683%2C1024&ssl=1 683w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/www.reallygreatsite.com_.jpg?resize=480%2C720&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/www.reallygreatsite.com_.jpg?resize=600%2C900&ssl=1 600w" sizes="(max-width: 342px) 100vw, 342px" /></figure></div>PJC Digitalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00359517409993056455noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6157569.post-32461592448226740742019-11-19T18:01:00.000-06:002023-11-24T13:40:28.627-06:00Ugly Christmas Sweater Party - Giveaway and Free Printables<p>It’s the most wonderful time of the year. Now, that I’ve got the song in your head, dance with me. What? You won’t? Oh, you can’t. I understand, we’re not even in the same room. So how about we fix that and have a Christmas party. What kind of Christmas party do you ask? Well, only the most festive, hilarious, and down right rockin will do. So, let’s don our Ugly Sweaters and have an Ugly Christmas Sweater Party blast. </p><figure class="wp-block-gallery columns-3 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex"><ul class="blocks-gallery-grid"><li class="blocks-gallery-item"><figure><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="600" height="600" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Womens-Star-Wars-Jedi-Yoda-Light-Up-LED-Ugly-Christmas-Sweater-2-600x600.jpg?resize=600%2C600&ssl=1" alt="" data-id="27426" data-full-url="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Womens-Star-Wars-Jedi-Yoda-Light-Up-LED-Ugly-Christmas-Sweater-2-600x600.jpg?resize=600%2C600&ssl=1" data-link="https://purejoycreative.com/?attachment_id=27426" class="wp-image-27426" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Womens-Star-Wars-Jedi-Yoda-Light-Up-LED-Ugly-Christmas-Sweater-2-600x600.jpg?resize=600%2C600&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Womens-Star-Wars-Jedi-Yoda-Light-Up-LED-Ugly-Christmas-Sweater-2-600x600.jpg?resize=300%2C300&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Womens-Star-Wars-Jedi-Yoda-Light-Up-LED-Ugly-Christmas-Sweater-2-600x600.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Womens-Star-Wars-Jedi-Yoda-Light-Up-LED-Ugly-Christmas-Sweater-2-600x600.jpg?resize=480%2C480&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Womens-Star-Wars-Jedi-Yoda-Light-Up-LED-Ugly-Christmas-Sweater-2-600x600.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w" sizes="(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure></li><li class="blocks-gallery-item"><figure><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="600" height="900" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/image.png?resize=600%2C900&ssl=1" alt="" data-id="27425" data-link="https://purejoycreative.com/?attachment_id=27425" class="wp-image-27425" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/image.png?w=600&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/image.png?resize=200%2C300&ssl=1 200w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/image.png?resize=480%2C720&ssl=1 480w" sizes="(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure></li><li class="blocks-gallery-item"><figure><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="600" height="652" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/image-1.png?resize=600%2C652&ssl=1" alt="" data-id="27424" data-link="https://purejoycreative.com/?attachment_id=27424" class="wp-image-27424" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/image-1.png?w=600&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/image-1.png?resize=276%2C300&ssl=1 276w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/image-1.png?resize=480%2C522&ssl=1 480w" sizes="(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure></li></ul></figure><p>My handsome husband and I have hosted a few Ugly Christmas Sweater parties in the past. Oh man are they fun! It’s a blast to invite your friends, get the food and drinks ready and wait with baited breath to see what they show up wearing. I will admit that sometimes my sweaters are homemade and sometimes I just go to the thrift store to find anything that will work. But this year, (hopefully someone will have an Ugly Christmas Sweater party that we can attend) my husband will be decked out in a REAL Ugly Christmas Sweater and I’m not gonna lie, I’m jealous!! </p><p></p><figure class="wp-block-gallery columns-3 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex"><ul class="blocks-gallery-grid"><li class="blocks-gallery-item"><figure><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="779" height="1024" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191117_230420.jpg?resize=779%2C1024&ssl=1" alt="" data-id="27422" data-link="https://purejoycreative.com/?attachment_id=27422" class="wp-image-27422" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191117_230420-scaled.jpg?resize=779%2C1024&ssl=1 779w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191117_230420-scaled.jpg?resize=228%2C300&ssl=1 228w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191117_230420-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C1009&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191117_230420-scaled.jpg?resize=1169%2C1536&ssl=1 1169w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191117_230420-scaled.jpg?resize=1558%2C2048&ssl=1 1558w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191117_230420-scaled.jpg?resize=1080%2C1419&ssl=1 1080w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191117_230420-scaled.jpg?resize=600%2C788&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191117_230420-scaled.jpg?w=1948&ssl=1 1948w" sizes="(max-width: 779px) 100vw, 779px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure></li><li class="blocks-gallery-item"><figure><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="768" height="1024" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191117_230253.jpg?resize=768%2C1024&ssl=1" alt="" data-id="27421" data-link="https://purejoycreative.com/?attachment_id=27421" class="wp-image-27421" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191117_230253-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C1024&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191117_230253-scaled.jpg?resize=225%2C300&ssl=1 225w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191117_230253-scaled.jpg?resize=1152%2C1536&ssl=1 1152w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191117_230253-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C2048&ssl=1 1536w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191117_230253-scaled.jpg?resize=1080%2C1440&ssl=1 1080w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191117_230253-scaled.jpg?resize=600%2C800&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191117_230253-scaled.jpg?w=1920&ssl=1 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure></li><li class="blocks-gallery-item"><figure><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="768" height="1024" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191116_161221-1.jpg?resize=768%2C1024&ssl=1" alt="" data-id="27427" data-full-url="https://purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191116_161221-1.jpg" data-link="https://purejoycreative.com/?attachment_id=27427" class="wp-image-27427" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191116_161221-1.jpg?resize=768%2C1024&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191116_161221-1.jpg?resize=225%2C300&ssl=1 225w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191116_161221-1.jpg?resize=480%2C640&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191116_161221-1.jpg?resize=600%2C800&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191116_161221-1.jpg?w=960&ssl=1 960w" sizes="(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure></li></ul></figure><h3 class="wp-block-heading">Time for the party favors!</h3><p>But wait, there’s more. One of you, my precious readers, supporters and friends will be able to wear your very own Ugly Christmas sweater this holiday season as well. That’s right folks the lovely people at <a href="https://www.uglychristmassweater.com/">Ugly Christmas Sweater</a> have agreed to give one of you your very own Ugly Christmas Sweater. Lucky! Just enter below. <em>(One Quick Note!! While the website linked here has awesome family-friendly offerings, they also have content that some people could find offensive. I do not endorse all of their content, and just wanted to offer a warning.)</em></p><pre class="wp-block-preformatted"><a class="rcptr" href="http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/2fb678565/" rel="nofollow" data-raflid="2fb678565" data-theme="classic" data-template="" id="rcwidget_ozzbjque">a Rafflecopter giveaway</a><script src="https://widget-prime.rafflecopter.com/launch.js"></script></pre><h3 class="wp-block-heading">Wait! That’s Not All…</h3><p>Now you didn’t think you’d come here to enter a sweeeeet giveaway and leave empty handed did you? After all, what kind of a friend would I be if I invited you to the “party” but you left with only dropping your name in the hat. Not a very good one. So, for everyone who doesn’t win (and honestly for the winner too) I have a freebie for you…because I am grateful for you. And because I want you to host your very own, very fashionable Ugly Christmas Sweater party this season! </p><p></p><figure class="wp-block-gallery aligncenter columns-2 wp-block-gallery-5 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex"><ul class="blocks-gallery-grid"><li class="blocks-gallery-item"><figure><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="768" height="1024" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191119_180754.jpg?resize=768%2C1024&ssl=1" alt="" data-id="27436" data-full-url="https://purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191119_180754.jpg" data-link="https://purejoycreative.com/?attachment_id=27436" class="wp-image-27436" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191119_180754.jpg?resize=768%2C1024&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191119_180754.jpg?resize=225%2C300&ssl=1 225w, 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srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191119_180928-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C767&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191119_180928-1.jpg?resize=300%2C225&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191119_180928-1.jpg?resize=768%2C575&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191119_180928-1.jpg?resize=510%2C382&ssl=1 510w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191119_180928-1.jpg?resize=1080%2C809&ssl=1 1080w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191119_180928-1.jpg?resize=980%2C734&ssl=1 980w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191119_180928-1.jpg?resize=480%2C360&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191119_180928-1.jpg?resize=600%2C450&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191119_180928-1.jpg?w=1280&ssl=1 1280w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure></li><li class="blocks-gallery-item"><figure><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="768" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191119_180853.jpg?resize=1024%2C768&ssl=1" alt="" data-id="27435" data-full-url="https://purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191119_180853.jpg" data-link="https://purejoycreative.com/?attachment_id=27435" class="wp-image-27435" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191119_180853.jpg?resize=1024%2C768&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191119_180853.jpg?resize=300%2C225&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191119_180853.jpg?resize=768%2C576&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191119_180853.jpg?resize=510%2C382&ssl=1 510w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191119_180853.jpg?resize=1080%2C810&ssl=1 1080w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191119_180853.jpg?resize=980%2C735&ssl=1 980w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191119_180853.jpg?resize=480%2C360&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191119_180853.jpg?resize=600%2C450&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191119_180853.jpg?w=1280&ssl=1 1280w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure></li></ul></figure><h3 class="wp-block-heading">Download Your Free Ugly Christmas Sweater Party Pack</h3><p>These printables will make your job as hostess even easier. Print these two pages on cardstock, cut them out and you are all set. There is an invitation (which you could put two on a page to print), place cards which can be used to designate seats or as food labels. There is a sign for the voting of the ugliest sweater and little voting slips as well. And don’t forget the prizes. 4 places of awards, just put them on fake medal or make your own and you are all set. This cohesive set will make you look like a star without too much work on your part. </p><p class="has-text-align-center"><a href="https://purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/ugly-sweater-invite.pdf">Download Page 1</a><br><a href="https://purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/ugly_sweater_voting.pdf">Download Page 2</a></p><blockquote class="wp-block-quote"><p>Want even more freebies? <a href="https://mailchi.mp/182c6d868840/freebiefans">Sign up for my newsletter</a> for access to the <a href="https://purejoycreative.com/freebie-library/">Freebie Library</a>!</p></blockquote><h4 class="wp-block-heading">Have you ever attended an Ugly Christmas Sweater Party? Have you ever hosted one? Share your best party tips in the comments!</h4><div class="wp-block-image is-style-default"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/UGLY-CHRISTMAS-SWEATER-PARTY-PACK.jpg?resize=342%2C512&ssl=1" alt="Have you ever attended an Ugly Christmas Sweater Party? Have you ever hosted one? These printables will make your job as hostess even easier. Print these two pages on cardstock, cut them out and you are all set. There is an invitation (which you could put two on a page to print), place cards which can be used to designate seats or as food labels. There is a sign for the voting of the ugliest sweater and little voting slips as well. And don't forget the prizes. 4 places of awards, just put them on fake medal or make your own and you are all set. This cohesive set will make you look like a star without too much work on your part." class="wp-image-27441" width="342" height="512" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/UGLY-CHRISTMAS-SWEATER-PARTY-PACK.jpg?resize=683%2C1024&ssl=1 683w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/UGLY-CHRISTMAS-SWEATER-PARTY-PACK.jpg?resize=200%2C300&ssl=1 200w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/UGLY-CHRISTMAS-SWEATER-PARTY-PACK.jpg?resize=480%2C720&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/UGLY-CHRISTMAS-SWEATER-PARTY-PACK.jpg?resize=600%2C900&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/UGLY-CHRISTMAS-SWEATER-PARTY-PACK.jpg?w=735&ssl=1 735w" sizes="(max-width: 342px) 100vw, 342px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure></div>PJC Digitalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00359517409993056455noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6157569.post-28536146951509390002019-11-19T13:57:00.000-06:002023-11-24T13:40:28.762-06:00Christmas Card Designs for 2019<p>I am excited to present my Christmas Card designs for 2019! I have seven unique cards to choose, from this year. They are a mix of brand new artwork and old favorites. </p><p class="has-text-align-center"><em>Enter to win a bundle of these cards <a href="https://1.shortstack.com/t8rgQb">HERE!</a></em></p><p>Sending Christmas cards is a tradition that brings such joy. There is something so wonderful about knowing someone cared enough to mail a card that they found special. </p><h3 class="wp-block-heading">Making the Message of Christ the Focus of Christmas Card Designs</h3><p>I want to make sure that the cards I offer bring a message of Hope that celebrates the birth of our Savior. I love to use lyrics from hymns, because the music of the season is some of my favorite. Here are the designs I have chosen for 2019.</p><figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="683" height="1024" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20.png?resize=683%2C1024&ssl=1" alt="I am excited to present my Christmas Card designs for 2019! I have seven unique cards to choose, from this year. They are a mix of brand new artwork and old favorites. " class="wp-image-27394" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20.png?resize=683%2C1024&ssl=1 683w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20.png?resize=200%2C300&ssl=1 200w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20.png?resize=480%2C720&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20.png?resize=600%2C900&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20.png?w=735&ssl=1 735w" sizes="(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure><p>Now that my collection is complete, it is time to place an order. So, for everyone who pre-orders their cards before November 22 I am offering discounted prices. I want to be able to offer the lowest prices possible.</p><h4 class="wp-block-heading">Order Early and Save!</h4><p>There are 2 ways to place an order at these discounted prices. One is to order each design individually directly <a href="https://purejoycreative.com/product-category/christmas-2019/printed-christmas-cards/">in the shop</a> here on the website. However, if you would like to bundle multiple designs you can <a href="mailto:purejoycreativedigital@gmail.com">email me</a> for a custom listing. <em>(You can also <a href="https://mailchi.mp/65163aa2c32a/christmascards">sign up here</a> to have this info emailed to you directly!)</em></p><figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="791" height="1024" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/preorder-prices.png?resize=791%2C1024&ssl=1" alt="I am excited to present my Christmas Card designs for 2019! I have seven unique cards to choose, from this year. They are a mix of brand new artwork and old favorites. " class="wp-image-27396" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/preorder-prices.png?resize=791%2C1024&ssl=1 791w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/preorder-prices.png?resize=232%2C300&ssl=1 232w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/preorder-prices.png?resize=768%2C994&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/preorder-prices.png?resize=1187%2C1536&ssl=1 1187w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/preorder-prices.png?resize=1080%2C1398&ssl=1 1080w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/preorder-prices.png?resize=1280%2C1657&ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/preorder-prices.png?resize=980%2C1269&ssl=1 980w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/preorder-prices.png?resize=480%2C621&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/preorder-prices.png?resize=600%2C777&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/preorder-prices.png?w=1545&ssl=1 1545w" sizes="(max-width: 791px) 100vw, 791px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure><p>To set up a custom bundle, just let me know the letter and quantity of each design you would like to order. <a href="mailto:purejoycreativedigital@gmail.com">Email me</a> this information and I will get back to you as quickly as possible. </p><p>Thanks for taking the time to check out my Christmas card designs for this season! As always, I would love to hear your ideas for future designs. Don’t forget to <a href="https://1.shortstack.com/t8rgQb">enter the giveaway</a> to win a bundle as well! </p><p><strong>What is your favorite Christmas hymn? Let me know in the comments and maybe I can use that for inspiration! </strong></p>PJC Digitalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00359517409993056455noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6157569.post-52084638823269662602019-11-11T08:13:00.000-06:002023-11-24T13:40:28.895-06:00Pumpkin Roll with Cream Cheese Filling - Free Illustrated Recipe
Printable<p><em>This guest post was written and photographed by Kolyssa Teal (<a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="http://www.kolyssateal.com/" target="_blank">www.kolyssateal.com</a>) who is a fellow pastor’s wife and mom, raised in Wisconsin, and loves photography and design! Check out her lifestyle & photography blog!</em> <em>Then don’t forget to scroll to the bottom of this post to get your own copy of this amazing recipe, and find out how you can get </em>your<em> family recipes hand-illustrated!</em></p><h4 class="wp-block-heading">Pumpkin Roll with Cream Cheese Filling</h4><p>I was excited when Jamie invited me to write a guest post for her blog! Although I am a novice baker, this pumpkin cake roll sounded amazing and I thought I could at least give it a try. If it didn’t work out, she could find someone else to do it, right? Thankfully this delectable dessert was surprisingly simple to make! I was mostly intimidated by the rolling part – I just had a feeling it was going to crumble or fall apart – but it was so easy!</p><figure class="wp-block-image"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="796" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog2-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C796&ssl=1" alt="This Pumpkin Roll with Cream Cheese Filling recipe is sure to be a hit! It is also easier to make than you might think. Grab your free illustrated copy of the recipe and get ready to be asked for it over and over! Moist, dense cake with sweetened cream cheese filling make this dessert irresistible! There is even an easy dairy-free option for people with food allergies! " class="wp-image-26776" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog2-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C796&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog2-1.jpg?resize=300%2C233&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog2-1.jpg?resize=768%2C597&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog2-1.jpg?resize=1080%2C840&ssl=1 1080w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog2-1.jpg?resize=1280%2C995&ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog2-1.jpg?resize=980%2C762&ssl=1 980w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog2-1.jpg?resize=480%2C373&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog2-1.jpg?resize=600%2C467&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog2-1.jpg?w=1920&ssl=1 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure><p>Make sure you’re preheating the oven, and then the first step is to spray your pan with cooking spray. Then lay wax paper on top (I actually cut the wax paper to fit the pan perfectly, with just a little going up the sides of the pan). And then spray the wax paper with more cooking spray! This is definitely the key to make rolling the cake super easy. Next mix all your ingredients for the pumpkin cake and pour it in the pan!</p><ul class="wp-block-gallery columns-3 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-6 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex"><li class="blocks-gallery-item"><figure><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="683" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog3-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&ssl=1" alt="" data-id="26763" data-link="https://purejoycreative.com/blog3-1/" class="wp-image-26763" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog3-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog3-1.jpg?resize=300%2C200&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog3-1.jpg?resize=768%2C512&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog3-1.jpg?resize=1080%2C720&ssl=1 1080w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog3-1.jpg?resize=1280%2C853&ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog3-1.jpg?resize=980%2C653&ssl=1 980w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog3-1.jpg?resize=480%2C320&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog3-1.jpg?resize=600%2C400&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog3-1.jpg?w=1920&ssl=1 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure></li><li class="blocks-gallery-item"><figure><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="683" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog4-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&ssl=1" alt="" data-id="26775" data-link="https://purejoycreative.com/blog4-1/" class="wp-image-26775" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog4-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog4-1.jpg?resize=300%2C200&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog4-1.jpg?resize=768%2C512&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog4-1.jpg?resize=1080%2C720&ssl=1 1080w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog4-1.jpg?resize=1280%2C853&ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog4-1.jpg?resize=980%2C653&ssl=1 980w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog4-1.jpg?resize=480%2C320&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog4-1.jpg?resize=600%2C400&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog4-1.jpg?w=1920&ssl=1 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure></li><li class="blocks-gallery-item"><figure><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="683" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog5-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&ssl=1" alt="" data-id="26774" data-link="https://purejoycreative.com/blog5-1/" class="wp-image-26774" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog5-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog5-1.jpg?resize=300%2C200&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog5-1.jpg?resize=768%2C512&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog5-1.jpg?resize=1080%2C720&ssl=1 1080w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog5-1.jpg?resize=1280%2C853&ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog5-1.jpg?resize=980%2C653&ssl=1 980w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog5-1.jpg?resize=480%2C320&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog5-1.jpg?resize=600%2C400&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog5-1.jpg?w=1920&ssl=1 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure></li></ul><p>Bake for about 10 minutes – or in my case about 13 minutes because when I checked it the first time, the middle didn’t look completely done yet!</p><figure class="wp-block-image"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="683" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog6-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&ssl=1" alt="This Pumpkin Roll with Cream Cheese Filling recipe is sure to be a hit! It is also easier to make than you might think. Grab your free illustrated copy of the recipe and get ready to be asked for it over and over! Moist, dense cake with sweetened cream cheese filling make this dessert irresistible! There is even an easy dairy-free option for people with food allergies! " class="wp-image-26773" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog6-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog6-1.jpg?resize=300%2C200&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog6-1.jpg?resize=768%2C512&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog6-1.jpg?resize=1080%2C720&ssl=1 1080w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog6-1.jpg?resize=1280%2C853&ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog6-1.jpg?resize=980%2C653&ssl=1 980w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog6-1.jpg?resize=480%2C320&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog6-1.jpg?resize=600%2C400&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog6-1.jpg?w=1920&ssl=1 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure><h4 class="wp-block-heading">Once the cake is ready, get rolling!</h4><p>Take it out of the oven and stare at it, smell it for a couple minutes. Keep touching the edge to see if it’s too hot to touch. Once you can handle it, roll it while it’s still pretty hot! And keep the wax paper on! I transferred the roll to an open container and set it in the fridge to completely cool. This took about an hour.</p><figure class="wp-block-image"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="683" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog7-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&ssl=1" alt="This Pumpkin Roll with Cream Cheese Filling recipe is sure to be a hit! It is also easier to make than you might think. Grab your free illustrated copy of the recipe and get ready to be asked for it over and over! Moist, dense cake with sweetened cream cheese filling make this dessert irresistible! There is even an easy dairy-free option for people with food allergies! " class="wp-image-26772" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog7-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog7-1.jpg?resize=300%2C200&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog7-1.jpg?resize=768%2C512&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog7-1.jpg?resize=1080%2C720&ssl=1 1080w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog7-1.jpg?resize=1280%2C853&ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog7-1.jpg?resize=980%2C653&ssl=1 980w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog7-1.jpg?resize=480%2C320&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog7-1.jpg?resize=600%2C400&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog7-1.jpg?w=1920&ssl=1 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure><p>In the meantime, I made the cream cheese frosting! This was also easy and quite delicious. Although my children stole the very important job of cleaning the mixing spoons.</p><ul class="wp-block-gallery columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-7 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex"><li class="blocks-gallery-item"><figure><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="683" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog9-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&ssl=1" alt="" data-id="26770" data-link="https://purejoycreative.com/blog9-1/" class="wp-image-26770" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog9-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog9-1.jpg?resize=300%2C200&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog9-1.jpg?resize=768%2C512&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog9-1.jpg?resize=1080%2C720&ssl=1 1080w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog9-1.jpg?resize=1280%2C853&ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog9-1.jpg?resize=980%2C653&ssl=1 980w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog9-1.jpg?resize=480%2C320&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog9-1.jpg?resize=600%2C400&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog9-1.jpg?w=1920&ssl=1 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure></li><li class="blocks-gallery-item"><figure><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="683" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog8-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&ssl=1" alt="" data-id="26771" data-link="https://purejoycreative.com/blog8-1/" class="wp-image-26771" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog8-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog8-1.jpg?resize=300%2C200&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog8-1.jpg?resize=768%2C512&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog8-1.jpg?resize=1080%2C720&ssl=1 1080w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog8-1.jpg?resize=1280%2C853&ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog8-1.jpg?resize=980%2C653&ssl=1 980w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog8-1.jpg?resize=480%2C320&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog8-1.jpg?resize=600%2C400&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog8-1.jpg?w=1920&ssl=1 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure></li></ul><p>I took the cooled cake roll out of the fridge, carefully unrolled it (it was a little sticky so do this slowly), and spread the frosting over the whole sheet!</p><blockquote class="wp-block-quote"><p>***DAIRY-FREE TIP: Since the cake itself is completely dairy-free, it’s easy to make the entire cake roll dairy free. You could either make a home-made dairy free frosting, OR buy Pillsbury Cream Cheese frosting from the store which is soy-based and doesn’t contain any milk! I made a second roll with the Pillsbury frosting for my oldest daughter who is allergic to dairy.</p></blockquote><ul class="wp-block-gallery columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-8 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex"><li class="blocks-gallery-item"><figure><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="683" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog10-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&ssl=1" alt="" data-id="26769" data-link="https://purejoycreative.com/blog10-1/" class="wp-image-26769" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog10-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog10-1.jpg?resize=300%2C200&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog10-1.jpg?resize=768%2C512&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog10-1.jpg?resize=1080%2C720&ssl=1 1080w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog10-1.jpg?resize=1280%2C853&ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog10-1.jpg?resize=980%2C653&ssl=1 980w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog10-1.jpg?resize=480%2C320&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog10-1.jpg?resize=600%2C400&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog10-1.jpg?w=1920&ssl=1 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure></li><li class="blocks-gallery-item"><figure><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="683" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog11-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&ssl=1" alt="" data-id="26768" data-link="https://purejoycreative.com/blog11-1/" class="wp-image-26768" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog11-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog11-1.jpg?resize=300%2C200&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog11-1.jpg?resize=768%2C512&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog11-1.jpg?resize=1080%2C720&ssl=1 1080w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog11-1.jpg?resize=1280%2C853&ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog11-1.jpg?resize=980%2C653&ssl=1 980w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog11-1.jpg?resize=480%2C320&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog11-1.jpg?resize=600%2C400&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog11-1.jpg?w=1920&ssl=1 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure></li></ul><p>Time to roll the cake back up! This time, remove the wax paper as you go. Since you sprayed it with cooking spray it should slide off pretty easy!</p><figure class="wp-block-image"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="683" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog12-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&ssl=1" alt="This Pumpkin Roll with Cream Cheese Filling recipe is sure to be a hit! It is also easier to make than you might think. Grab your free illustrated copy of the recipe and get ready to be asked for it over and over! Moist, dense cake with sweetened cream cheese filling make this dessert irresistible! There is even an easy dairy-free option for people with food allergies! " class="wp-image-26767" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog12-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog12-1.jpg?resize=300%2C200&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog12-1.jpg?resize=768%2C512&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog12-1.jpg?resize=1080%2C720&ssl=1 1080w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog12-1.jpg?resize=1280%2C853&ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog12-1.jpg?resize=980%2C653&ssl=1 980w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog12-1.jpg?resize=480%2C320&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog12-1.jpg?resize=600%2C400&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog12-1.jpg?w=1920&ssl=1 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure><h4 class="wp-block-heading">Add a sprinkle of powdered sugar and slice!</h4><p>That’s it! As an added bonus you can sprinkle powder sugar on top!</p><ul class="wp-block-gallery columns-3 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-9 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex"><li class="blocks-gallery-item"><figure><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="683" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog13-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&ssl=1" alt="" data-id="26766" data-link="https://purejoycreative.com/blog13-1/" class="wp-image-26766" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog13-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog13-1.jpg?resize=300%2C200&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog13-1.jpg?resize=768%2C512&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog13-1.jpg?resize=1080%2C720&ssl=1 1080w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog13-1.jpg?resize=1280%2C853&ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog13-1.jpg?resize=980%2C653&ssl=1 980w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog13-1.jpg?resize=480%2C320&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog13-1.jpg?resize=600%2C400&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog13-1.jpg?w=1920&ssl=1 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure></li><li class="blocks-gallery-item"><figure><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="683" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog14-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&ssl=1" alt="" data-id="26765" data-link="https://purejoycreative.com/blog14-1/" class="wp-image-26765" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog14-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog14-1.jpg?resize=300%2C200&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog14-1.jpg?resize=768%2C512&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog14-1.jpg?resize=1080%2C720&ssl=1 1080w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog14-1.jpg?resize=1280%2C853&ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog14-1.jpg?resize=980%2C653&ssl=1 980w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog14-1.jpg?resize=480%2C320&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog14-1.jpg?resize=600%2C400&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog14-1.jpg?w=1920&ssl=1 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure></li><li class="blocks-gallery-item"><figure><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="683" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog15-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&ssl=1" alt="" data-id="26764" data-link="https://purejoycreative.com/blog15-1/" class="wp-image-26764" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog15-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog15-1.jpg?resize=300%2C200&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog15-1.jpg?resize=768%2C512&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog15-1.jpg?resize=1080%2C720&ssl=1 1080w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog15-1.jpg?resize=1280%2C853&ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog15-1.jpg?resize=980%2C653&ssl=1 980w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog15-1.jpg?resize=480%2C320&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog15-1.jpg?resize=600%2C400&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog15-1.jpg?w=1920&ssl=1 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure></li></ul><p>I had my family taste test this dessert and they all loved it! My husband said it’s his favorite cake I’ve ever made, and he wants it for his birthday cake every year going forward! I’m just glad it’s so easy to make something so delicious! Thanks Jamie for inviting me to make this cake!</p><figure class="wp-block-image is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog16.png?resize=155%2C66&ssl=1" alt="" class="wp-image-26778" width="155" height="66" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog16.png?w=619&ssl=1 619w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog16.png?resize=300%2C128&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog16.png?resize=480%2C205&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/blog16.png?resize=600%2C256&ssl=1 600w" sizes="(max-width: 155px) 100vw, 155px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure><hr class="wp-block-separator"/><p><em>Hey, friends! Jamie here! 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It is also easier to make than you might think. Grab your free illustrated copy of the recipe and get ready to be asked for it over and over! Moist, dense cake with sweetened cream cheese filling make this dessert irresistible! There is even an easy dairy-free option for people with food allergies! 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Stuffed full of good food with a little background football noise and kids off playing with their cousins or hopefully just leaving you alone for a minute. Ha! </p><figure class="wp-block-image"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20161124_001202-2.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&ssl=1" alt="" class="wp-image-26729" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20161124_001202-2.jpg?w=1024&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20161124_001202-2.jpg?resize=300%2C169&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20161124_001202-2.jpg?resize=768%2C432&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20161124_001202-2.jpg?resize=980%2C551&ssl=1 980w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20161124_001202-2.jpg?resize=480%2C270&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20161124_001202-2.jpg?resize=600%2C338&ssl=1 600w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure><p>When I was a kid I loved going to my grandparents house and seeing all my cousins, aunts and uncles. We didn’t live close to them so it was special to see them on holidays. When I got to be about 10 or so I started to see a trend in Thanksgiving celebrations at my dad’s parents house…they would usually give me my birthday presents. This is NOT why I loved Thanksgiving but it certainly didn’t hurt its case. My grandma used to store my birthday presents on top of their hutch and as I got older I always looked to see if a present was “hiding” up there. </p><div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="400" height="267" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/IMG_4604.jpg?resize=400%2C267&ssl=1" alt="" class="wp-image-26714" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/IMG_4604.jpg?w=400&ssl=1 400w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/IMG_4604.jpg?resize=300%2C200&ssl=1 300w" sizes="(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure></div><h4 class="wp-block-heading">Thanksgiving sure changes as we go through different season of life!</h4><p>After Greg and I got married we decided for a long time to always stay put for Thanksgiving and travel at Christmas time. Of course we always wanted people to come visit and share our gratitude with them. I remember my first time cooking Thanksgiving dinner. It wouldn’t be Thanksgiving if something didn’t go wrong right? At least it is fun to laugh about it later. My first year we were sitting down to eat in our small two bedroom apartment and my parents were with us. We were enjoying our dinner and I felt like something was missing. The rolls had been in the over for quite a while and let’s just say we didn’t need rolls that Thanksgiving. But I got a great picture of the “buns” in the oven to use for a future pregnancy announcement!! </p><div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/host-thanksgiving-copy3.jpg?resize=512%2C512&ssl=1" alt="" class="wp-image-26712" width="512" height="512" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/host-thanksgiving-copy3.jpg?w=1024&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/host-thanksgiving-copy3.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/host-thanksgiving-copy3.jpg?resize=300%2C300&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/host-thanksgiving-copy3.jpg?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/host-thanksgiving-copy3.jpg?resize=980%2C980&ssl=1 980w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/host-thanksgiving-copy3.jpg?resize=480%2C480&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/host-thanksgiving-copy3.jpg?resize=600%2C600&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/host-thanksgiving-copy3.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w" sizes="(max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px" data-recalc-dims="1" /><figcaption>It is so fun to look back on past Thanskgivings and remember each year!</figcaption></figure></div><p>When we lived in Texas where Greg served his first call we loved having all the other “non-Texans” over for Thanksgiving. We’d invite other local Pastors and their families and other transplants to join us for dinner. What a great time we had and so many relationships were formed, strengthened and solidified. </p><h4 class="wp-block-heading">Making Things Special Without Breaking the Bank</h4><p>I love to design and set up a pretty and different tablescape each year. Honestly how many times a year do we really take the time to set days apart and make them special or different? As my kids started getting older they got in on the action and usually made name cards or menus for everyone. </p><figure class="wp-block-image"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="512" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Untitled-design-1.png?resize=1024%2C512&ssl=1" alt="" class="wp-image-26711" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Untitled-design-1.png?w=1024&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Untitled-design-1.png?resize=300%2C150&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Untitled-design-1.png?resize=768%2C384&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Untitled-design-1.png?resize=980%2C490&ssl=1 980w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Untitled-design-1.png?resize=480%2C240&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Untitled-design-1.png?resize=600%2C300&ssl=1 600w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" data-recalc-dims="1" /><figcaption>Our turkey handprint family sure has grown since this photo!</figcaption></figure><p>Having a limited budget, I love the challenge of making things look pretty, comfortable and inviting without breaking my bank. I started making printables as a way to do just this. It’s a way to have a cohesive look to the tablescape without going broke. The printables I created for this year are my favorite by far. I love the simple, subtle colors and the cohesive look of all the items that can grace your table this year and in the future if you’d like. </p><figure class="wp-block-image"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="732" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/place-setting.jpg?resize=1024%2C732&ssl=1" alt="" class="wp-image-26537" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/place-setting.jpg?resize=1024%2C732&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/place-setting.jpg?resize=300%2C214&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/place-setting.jpg?resize=768%2C549&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/place-setting.jpg?resize=1080%2C772&ssl=1 1080w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/place-setting.jpg?resize=1280%2C915&ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/place-setting.jpg?resize=980%2C700&ssl=1 980w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/place-setting.jpg?resize=480%2C343&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/place-setting.jpg?resize=600%2C429&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/place-setting.jpg?w=2000&ssl=1 2000w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure><h4 class="wp-block-heading">Printables Make Budget Decorating Easy!</h4><p>This Thanksgiving bundle includes a menu where you can write out all the goodies you’ll be serving. There are name cards to show Uncle Jim that he needs to sit by Aunt Dorothy and not by Roger. There are some cute and versatile napkin rings but really you could do a lot of different things with that file. </p><div class="wp-block-button aligncenter"><a class="wp-block-button__link" href="https://purejoycreative.com/product/thanksgiving-dinner-table-decor-bundle/">Buy the Bundle Here!</a></div><p>There is also a sheet of pumpkins that you could print on sticker paper and let the kids decorate some butcher paper to cover your table or just give them some paper, crayons and stickers to keep them busy while food is being prepared. If you don’t want to print it on sticker paper you could just as easily print it on cardstock and use them as cupcake picks or just to scatter around your table. </p><div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/products-printed.jpg?resize=512%2C512&ssl=1" alt="" class="wp-image-26538" width="512" height="512" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/products-printed.jpg?resize=1024%2C1024&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/products-printed.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/products-printed.jpg?resize=300%2C300&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/products-printed.jpg?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/products-printed.jpg?resize=1080%2C1080&ssl=1 1080w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/products-printed.jpg?resize=1280%2C1280&ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/products-printed.jpg?resize=980%2C980&ssl=1 980w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/products-printed.jpg?resize=480%2C480&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/products-printed.jpg?resize=600%2C600&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/products-printed.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/products-printed.jpg?w=2160&ssl=1 2160w" sizes="(max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure></div><p>I also includes a free download of “Thankful for” leaves that you can have each person fill out at your gathering or use them all month to keep a gentle reminder of the blessings we have throughout the month. These downloads can be used in many different ways, use your creativity to make your table and gathering beautiful. </p><div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/IMG_20191107_092457106.jpg?resize=500%2C500&ssl=1" alt="" class="wp-image-26713" width="500" height="500" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/IMG_20191107_092457106.jpg?resize=1024%2C1024&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/IMG_20191107_092457106.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/IMG_20191107_092457106.jpg?resize=300%2C300&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/IMG_20191107_092457106.jpg?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/IMG_20191107_092457106.jpg?resize=1080%2C1080&ssl=1 1080w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/IMG_20191107_092457106.jpg?resize=1280%2C1280&ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/IMG_20191107_092457106.jpg?resize=980%2C980&ssl=1 980w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/IMG_20191107_092457106.jpg?resize=480%2C480&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/IMG_20191107_092457106.jpg?resize=600%2C600&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/IMG_20191107_092457106.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/IMG_20191107_092457106.jpg?w=2160&ssl=1 2160w" sizes="(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px" data-recalc-dims="1" /><figcaption>My friend <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bransonmerrill/">Branson</a> shared how she is getting ready to use the bundle this year! I hope you will share with me as well! <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/purejoycreative/">#purejoycreative</a></figcaption></figure></div><p>I would love to see how you use them so use the hashtag <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/purejoycreative/">#purejoycreative</a> or send me some photos so I can see how these help you celebrate this amazing holiday with simplicity and beauty. </p><div data-block-name="woocommerce/handpicked-products" data-edit-mode="false" data-products="[25510,26523,26715]" data-align-buttons="true" class="wc-block-grid wp-block-handpicked-products wc-block-handpicked-products has-3-columns has-multiple-rows has-aligned-buttons"><ul class="wc-block-grid__products"><li class="wc-block-grid__product"> <a href="https://purejoycreative.com/product/oh-give-thanks-unto-the-lord-printable-download/" class="wc-block-grid__product-link"> <div class="wc-block-grid__product-image"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="300" height="300" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/thankful-printable.jpg?resize=300%2C300&ssl=1" class="attachment-woocommerce_thumbnail size-woocommerce_thumbnail" alt="Oh Give Thanks Unto the Lord - Printable Download" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/thankful-printable.jpg?resize=300%2C300&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/thankful-printable.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/thankful-printable.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/thankful-printable.jpg?zoom=2&resize=300%2C300&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/thankful-printable.jpg?zoom=3&resize=300%2C300&ssl=1 900w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></div> <div class="wc-block-grid__product-title">Oh Give Thanks Unto the Lord – Printable Download</div> </a> <div class="wc-block-grid__product-price price"><span class="woocommerce-Price-amount amount"><span class="woocommerce-Price-currencySymbol">$</span>5.00</span></div> <div class="wp-block-button wc-block-grid__product-add-to-cart"><a href="?add-to-cart=26715" aria-label="Add “Oh Give Thanks Unto the Lord - Printable Download” to your cart" data-quantity="1" data-product_id="26715" data-product_sku="" data-price="5" rel="nofollow" class="wp-block-button__link add_to_cart_button ajax_add_to_cart">Add to cart</a></div> </li></ul></div><h4 class="wp-block-heading" style="text-align:center">Don’t forget to pin this to your Thanksgiving boards!</h4><div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Beginners_Guide-to-Simple-Cooking_pinterest_short_2-4.png?resize=450%2C675&ssl=1" alt="These simple printables will keep your table looking cohesive and beautiful. You will also get a free download of the leaves that you can print multiple copies of to add to your walls or table so everyone can share what they are thankful for in plain sight." class="wp-image-26665" width="450" height="675" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Beginners_Guide-to-Simple-Cooking_pinterest_short_2-4.png?w=600&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Beginners_Guide-to-Simple-Cooking_pinterest_short_2-4.png?resize=200%2C300&ssl=1 200w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Beginners_Guide-to-Simple-Cooking_pinterest_short_2-4.png?resize=480%2C720&ssl=1 480w" sizes="(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px" data-recalc-dims="1" /><figcaption>These simple printables will keep your table looking cohesive and beautiful. You will also get a free download of the leaves that you can print multiple copies of to add to your walls or table so everyone can share what they are thankful for in plain sight.</figcaption></figure></div>PJC Digitalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00359517409993056455noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6157569.post-26698893027142013222019-11-03T14:22:00.000-06:002023-11-24T13:40:29.171-06:00Website Re-Launch Celebration & Giveaway!<p>I am so excited to welcome you to my new and improved web home for Pure Joy Creative! I love a good reason to celebrate, and this seems like a great one to me! So, I have a couple awesome things to offer you.</p><p>First, I have set up a Freebie Library, where I will be sharing downloads with my VIPs. You will also find my Lockscreen Library on this page! How do you become a VIP? Simple! You <a href="https://mailchi.mp/182c6d868840/freebiefans">sign up right here</a> to get a password for the Freebie Library. <em>(If you are already a member of my mailing list, you will find your password in my latest email!)</em></p><div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter is-resized"><a href="https://mailchi.mp/182c6d868840/freebiefans" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/freebie-library-1.jpg?fit=1024%2C768&ssl=1" alt="" class="wp-image-26496" width="512" height="384" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/freebie-library-1.jpg?w=3300&ssl=1 3300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/freebie-library-1.jpg?resize=300%2C225&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/freebie-library-1.jpg?resize=768%2C576&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/freebie-library-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C768&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/freebie-library-1.jpg?resize=510%2C382&ssl=1 510w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/freebie-library-1.jpg?resize=1080%2C810&ssl=1 1080w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/freebie-library-1.jpg?resize=1280%2C960&ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/freebie-library-1.jpg?resize=980%2C735&ssl=1 980w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/freebie-library-1.jpg?resize=480%2C360&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/freebie-library-1.jpg?resize=600%2C450&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/freebie-library-1.jpg?w=2160&ssl=1 2160w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/freebie-library-1.jpg?w=3240&ssl=1 3240w" sizes="(max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px" /></a></figure></div><p>Next, I hope you will <a href="https://purejoycreative.com/shop/">look around the shop</a> here. Having a space for my products that is all mine is super exciting. To kick off the grand opening of this web shop, I am offering 10% off your first order. You will get a coupon code along with your freebie library password when you <a href="https://mailchi.mp/182c6d868840/freebiefans">sign up for exclusive special offers</a>.</p><p>Finally, I have collected some of my favorite things for a giveaway! Someone is going to get a pretty awesome prize package. Here’s what is included: </p><ul><li>A 10 pack of Thanksgiving cards from me and a $10 store credit to shop at <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="http://purejoycreative.com/" target="_blank">purejoycreative.com</a>. </li><li>A beautiful personalized embroidered pouch and jewelry case from one of my first Texas friends Amy at <a href="https://sewembellished.myshopify.com/">Sew Embellished</a>. </li><li><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/DesignsbyJenniLyn">Designs by JenniLyn</a> is giving you a pair of petite (2.25″ teardrop) red honeycomb embossed texture leather earrings with sterling silver hooks. </li><li>My fellow Pastors wife Emma at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/reclaimedforgood/">Reclaimed for Good</a> is going to send you a pencil pouch, coin pouch and key fob that she lovingly created with reclaimed fabric. </li><li>You will also get one of my favorite books called “The Story People” by <a href="https://www.hmkstories.com/">Heather Kaufman</a>. </li><li>And last but certainly not least you will get your choice of digital download (coloring pages not included) from the incredibly talented Samantha at <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/PleasantlyCraftedArt">Pleasantly Crafted</a>. </li></ul><ul class="wp-block-gallery columns-3 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-10 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex"><li class="blocks-gallery-item"><figure><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1800" height="1800" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Designs-by-JenniLyn.jpg?fit=1024%2C1024&ssl=1" alt="" data-id="26482" data-link="https://purejoycreative.com/?attachment_id=26482" class="wp-image-26482" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Designs-by-JenniLyn.jpg?w=1800&ssl=1 1800w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Designs-by-JenniLyn.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, 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https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/reclaimed-for-good.jpg?resize=300%2C300&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/reclaimed-for-good.jpg?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/reclaimed-for-good.jpg?resize=1024%2C1024&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/reclaimed-for-good.jpg?resize=1080%2C1080&ssl=1 1080w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/reclaimed-for-good.jpg?resize=1280%2C1280&ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/reclaimed-for-good.jpg?resize=980%2C980&ssl=1 980w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/reclaimed-for-good.jpg?resize=480%2C480&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/reclaimed-for-good.jpg?resize=600%2C600&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/reclaimed-for-good.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w" sizes="(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px" /></figure></li><li class="blocks-gallery-item"><figure><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="3000" height="3000" src="https://i2.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Sew-Embellished.jpg?fit=1024%2C1024&ssl=1" alt="" data-id="26487" data-link="https://purejoycreative.com/?attachment_id=26487" class="wp-image-26487" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Sew-Embellished.jpg?w=3000&ssl=1 3000w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Sew-Embellished.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Sew-Embellished.jpg?resize=300%2C300&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Sew-Embellished.jpg?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Sew-Embellished.jpg?resize=1024%2C1024&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Sew-Embellished.jpg?resize=1080%2C1080&ssl=1 1080w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Sew-Embellished.jpg?resize=1280%2C1280&ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Sew-Embellished.jpg?resize=980%2C980&ssl=1 980w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Sew-Embellished.jpg?resize=480%2C480&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Sew-Embellished.jpg?resize=600%2C600&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Sew-Embellished.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Sew-Embellished.jpg?w=2160&ssl=1 2160w" sizes="(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px" /></figure></li></ul><p>I have a great admiration for these women and the small businesses they run. I am so honored that they have agreed to join me during my blog re-launch to send some goodies to one of you! I can’t wait to see who wins. These gifts will be great for Christmas gifts but honestly we won’t blame you if you keep them all for yourselves!! We gotta treat ourselves once in a while right?! Thanks for entering and thanks for telling your friends where to go to enter also!</p><p>To enter, just follow the instructions in the rafflecopter widget below. </p><p></p><a class="rcptr" href="http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/2fb678563/" rel="nofollow" data-raflid="2fb678563" data-theme="classic" data-template="" id="rcwidget_on0eq1w3">a Rafflecopter giveaway</a><script src="https://widget-prime.rafflecopter.com/launch.js"></script><div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/PJC-Giveaway-November.png?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1" alt="" class="wp-image-26478" width="400" height="400" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/PJC-Giveaway-November.png?w=800&ssl=1 800w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/PJC-Giveaway-November.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/PJC-Giveaway-November.png?resize=300%2C300&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/PJC-Giveaway-November.png?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/PJC-Giveaway-November.png?resize=480%2C480&ssl=1 480w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/PJC-Giveaway-November.png?resize=600%2C600&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/PJC-Giveaway-November.png?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w" sizes="(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure></div>PJC Digitalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00359517409993056455noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6157569.post-65433175682450210452019-10-17T15:29:00.000-05:002023-11-24T13:40:29.391-06:00Celebrate Fall with a 40% Off Digital Art Sale!<p>There is something about the changing of seasons that makes it a good time for a fresh start! Right now I am working on several projects to streamline my creative efforts and provide more opportunities to get scripture on walls! While I am working on these behind-the-scenes things, I thought I would give you the opportunity to stock up on some of my current offerings with a great big digital art sale!</p><p>So, for the next 30 days you will find most of the digital products in my <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/purejoycreative" target="_blank">Etsy shop</a> at 40% OFF! Choose from <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/purejoycreative?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=545326448&section_id=27214770" target="_blank">digital art prints</a>, <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/purejoycreative?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=545326448&section_id=27230153" target="_blank">encouraging scripture cards</a>, <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/purejoycreative?section_id=27214820">coloring pages</a> and more! To make it easy, here is a listing for all of the current <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/purejoycreative?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=545326448&section_id=1" target="_blank">ON SALE</a> offerings in my shop:</p><p style="text-align:center"><a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/purejoycreative?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=545326448&section_id=1" target="_blank"><strong>Etsy Digital Download Sale – 40% Off until 11/14/2019</strong></a></p><p>Also, while we are talking about discounts, I am also offering a 10% discount that can be used on any purchase (not just the digital art sale products) to everyone who <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://mailchi.mp/3fae75de8e03/pjcetsy" target="_blank">signs up for my newsletter</a>. This discount can be used any time. It is just my way of saying thank you for supporting me!</p><h3 class="wp-block-heading">There are exciting projects on the horizon!</h3><p>I mentioned that I am working on some new projects, and I would love to be able to make sure you see them when they are ready. This newsletter will allow me to do that! (I promise I will not use your email address for anything other than sharing updates concerning me and my shop.) Sign up for that newsletter by clicking on the image below:<br></p><div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter"><a href="https://mailchi.mp/3fae75de8e03/pjcetsy" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><img decoding="async" src="https://i0.wp.com/1.bp.blogspot.com/-BYNhOv8g82A/XaYptEkHVzI/AAAAAAAAACQ/DMNaXYrmejkXS18pwPtQY19Xja3HZdPTwCLcBGAsYHQ/s400/Untitled%2Bdesign.png?w=1080&ssl=1" alt="Click image to sign up for my email newsletter. You will receive an immediate coupon code for 10% off in my Etsy store, and will be the first to get new updates, freebies and savings!" data-recalc-dims="1"/></a></figure></div><p>I certainly hope to be sharing some fun and encouraging resources here in the coming weeks! As always, if there is something specific you are looking for I would love to hear from you! I love working on <a href="https://purejoycreative.com/product-category/custom-artwork/">custom orders</a>, and can always use new inspiration for future projects.</p><p></p><div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="alignleft"><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><img decoding="async" src="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/proxy/ujRmV1rnFM1Oa-fi8rIwRVED0xJyL8S72yZguM7l74T4XYQeZID72_wNtypnwwMZNvdoVcNdOKnSQTCG824FpJJDI9CgabKU4vDUlDPwqihnV-fzFTPE1ibNLj_AyeugSULkzfPrrJs=s0-d" alt="Jamie, Artist and Shop Owner at Pure Joy Creative"/></a></figure></div>PJC Digitalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00359517409993056455noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6157569.post-37746237825707030302019-10-16T15:33:00.000-05:002023-11-24T13:40:29.587-06:00Custom Home Paintings<blockquote class="wp-block-quote"><p> Home is the nicest word there is. -Laura Ingalls Wilder</p><p>Ah! There is nothing like staying at home, for real comfort -Jane Austen</p><p>The ache for home lives in all of us, the safe place where we can go as we are and not be questioned. -Maya Angelou </p></blockquote><p class="has-drop-cap">Custom <a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label=" (opens in a new tab)" href="https://purejoycreative.com/product/custom-home-portrait/" target="_blank">home paintings </a>are a labor of love…and I love to paint them. The homes take time and attention to detail but still leave room for small mistakes. Because the tiny imperfections are part of what makes handmade work unique. </p><p>These home paintings make <a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label=" (opens in a new tab)" href="https://purejoycreative.com/product-category/custom-artwork/" target="_blank">excellent gifts</a>. Consider one for those who have just purchased a new home, or for those moving out of their home. They are also great for those who want to remember a special home from their childhood. Custom home paintings would make great gifts for realtors to give to their clients. There are so many reasons that a home painting is the perfect gift. </p><figure class="wp-block-image"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="640" height="640" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/PJC_home_ajoonda.jpg?resize=640%2C640&ssl=1" alt="Custom home paintings make excellent gifts for those who just purchased a new home, those moving out of their home and for those who want to remember." class="wp-image-24" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/PJC_home_ajoonda.jpg?w=640&ssl=1 640w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/PJC_home_ajoonda.jpg?resize=300%2C300&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/PJC_home_ajoonda.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/PJC_home_ajoonda.jpg?resize=600%2C600&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/PJC_home_ajoonda.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/PJC_home_ajoonda.jpg?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure><p><a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Contact me today (opens in a new tab)" href="mailto:purejoycreativedigital@gmail.com" target="_blank">Contact me today</a> so we can get started on a custom home painting. Homes are painted on archival safe paper. The painting will be 8×10. It will come matted to 11×14 and ready for you to put in the perfect frame for your home. Realtors, ask me about my special five month introductory pricing. </p><figure class="wp-block-image"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="640" height="640" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/PJC_Home_CAD.jpg?resize=640%2C640&ssl=1" alt="Custom home paintings make excellent gifts for those who just purchased a new home, those moving out of their home and for those who want to remember." class="wp-image-25" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/PJC_Home_CAD.jpg?w=640&ssl=1 640w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/PJC_Home_CAD.jpg?resize=300%2C300&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/PJC_Home_CAD.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/PJC_Home_CAD.jpg?resize=600%2C600&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/PJC_Home_CAD.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/PJC_Home_CAD.jpg?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure><p>Follow my <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/purejoycreativeshop/custom-illustrations-make-memorable-unique-gifts/">Custom Artwork board</a> on Pinterest for more examples of my work! What would you have painted if you could choose?</p>PJC Digitalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00359517409993056455noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6157569.post-6010644592478479842019-10-15T16:09:00.000-05:002023-11-24T13:40:29.721-06:00Etsy Christmas Preview for Pure Joy Creative<p>I know, I know… it is only October. However, when you are an artist who creates handmade and custom products it means you have to start thinking about holiday shopping season earlier than the average person! So here is a quick <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/purejoycreative">Etsy</a> Christmas Preview!</p><div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/il_794xN.1681602546_9335.jpg?resize=596%2C596&ssl=1" alt="Etsy Christmas Preview - Oh Come Let Us Adore Him Christmas Card - Send a greeting that will put a song in the heart of family and friends this holiday season! This hand lettered design is surrounded by an evergreen wreath with holly berries. " class="wp-image-30" width="596" height="596" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/il_794xN.1681602546_9335.jpg?w=794&ssl=1 794w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/il_794xN.1681602546_9335.jpg?resize=300%2C300&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/il_794xN.1681602546_9335.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/il_794xN.1681602546_9335.jpg?resize=600%2C600&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/il_794xN.1681602546_9335.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/il_794xN.1681602546_9335.jpg?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/il_794xN.1681602546_9335.jpg?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w" sizes="(max-width: 596px) 100vw, 596px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></figure></div><p>For me, this means getting some of my current offering listed in my Etsy shop. However, it also means trying to decide what NEW projects to work on for my 2019 Christmas collection. </p><div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter is-resized"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/purejoycreative?ref=view-all-shop-overview&listing_id=644803696&section_id=27215152"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/il_794xN.1683786500_c462.jpg?resize=596%2C596&ssl=1" alt="Etsy Christmas Preview - Jesus is the Reason for the Season. This vinyl sticker will provided both a reminder of what is important and a dose of good cheer! Christmas stickers are a great way to make cards and gifts even more special, and make great stocking stuffers, too!" class="wp-image-31" width="596" height="596" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/il_794xN.1683786500_c462.jpg?w=794&ssl=1 794w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/il_794xN.1683786500_c462.jpg?resize=300%2C300&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/il_794xN.1683786500_c462.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/il_794xN.1683786500_c462.jpg?resize=600%2C600&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/il_794xN.1683786500_c462.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/il_794xN.1683786500_c462.jpg?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/il_794xN.1683786500_c462.jpg?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w" sizes="(max-width: 596px) 100vw, 596px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></a></figure></div><p>I definitely want to design things that will be useful for my supporters. So, that makes me wonder… what are you interested in? Are you looking for gifts? Decor ideas? Wrapping and tagging supplies? Christmas cards? Let me know in the comments here what would be most helpful for your upcoming holiday celebrations. </p><div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/purejoycreative?ref=view-all-shop-overview&listing_id=644803696&section_id=27215152" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="791" height="1024" src="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/il_794xN.1370759056_cfeq.jpg?resize=791%2C1024&ssl=1" alt="Etsy Christmas Preview - This "O Holy Night" digital art print reads "A thrill of Hope, the weart world Rejoices" with evergreen boughs and a poinsettia. This would be perfect for a holiday mantel display to add some Christmas cheer to your home!" class="wp-image-29" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/il_794xN.1370759056_cfeq.jpg?resize=791%2C1024&ssl=1 791w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/il_794xN.1370759056_cfeq.jpg?resize=600%2C777&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/il_794xN.1370759056_cfeq.jpg?resize=232%2C300&ssl=1 232w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/il_794xN.1370759056_cfeq.jpg?resize=768%2C994&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/il_794xN.1370759056_cfeq.jpg?resize=400%2C518&ssl=1 400w, https://i0.wp.com/purejoycreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/il_794xN.1370759056_cfeq.jpg?w=794&ssl=1 794w" sizes="(max-width: 791px) 100vw, 791px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></a></figure></div><p>Don’t forget to check out what is currently listed in my <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/purejoycreative?ref=view-all-shop-overview&listing_id=644803696&section_id=27215152">Etsy Shop</a>! Digital downloads like the ones in this Etsy Christmas Preview are on sale right now for 40% 0ff! But this sale won’t last long! Head over and stock up today!</p><p>I am also starting to load <a href="https://purejoycreative.com/product-category/christmas-2019/">Christmas products into my shop here</a>! 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There is something about the changing of seasons that makes it a good time for a fresh start! Right now I am working on several projects to streamline my creative efforts and provide more opportunities to get scripture on walls! While I am working on these behind-the-scenes things, I thought I would give you the opportunity to stock up on some of my current offerings with a great big sale!<br />
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I have learned a few things about small town life since moving here 2.5 years ago. This small town in particular has a deep heritage that they are trying to protect and pass on. It is amazing to see the community come together for monthly fun, community activities. Whether they are painting rocks to hide around town, or doing the polka to the German band that has come to play in the beer garden. Maybe it's the zucchini races or the cardboard boat races at the local pool. Whatever they have planned they have the family in mind and fun is at hand. A good time is sure to be had at these community events. The biggest community event of the year is the FAIR!! This is no small fair. This fair includes all the carnival rides you'd expect and the carnival games that are near impossible to win. This fair includes livestock showings, judging of art work, photography, collections, jams, cakes and other delectable desserts. This fair includes a queen and a "future king and queen" as well. This fair boasts everything that you would find at a fair in a city twice as large. </div>
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However, the most impressive part of the fair is not having four parades in three days, the antique tractors and classic cars, the local bands that march (and don't forget the cheerleaders) but the floats. These floats are beyond impressive and until you really know how much work goes into these floats you probably don't see the grand scale of wonder and awe that these floats can produce. </div>
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Float work begins almost as soon as one fair ends. But in reality the float committees take a few months off. But I'm sure they're always thinking about what they will create next. In the school they have the students draw what they think would make a good float. They have a contest and let the student body decide on which design they should use. Then the work begins; drawing the plans, finding a trailer, finding a huge working garage, ordering non-bleeding tissue paper, and recruiting the help. By May the designs are finalized and the tissue paper cutting begins. All summer long people are seen cutting, counting, pleating and fluffing thousands and thousands of little tiny tissue paper flowers. When you offer to help they will put you to work and you will find out soon which step you like the best. I prefer to fluff, but I know plenty of people who don't want anything to do with fluffing so they will count or pleat. Each flower starts as a huge piece of tissue paper which is then cut down to size and stacked in piles of four. Then the tissue paper is pleated and a wire is wrapped around the middle.</div>
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After the pleating comes the fluffing. The four pieces of paper are separated from the other pieces and a flower is formed!! Thousands and thousands of flowers in MANY different colors are pleated and fluffed. If you come into the church building or the classroom you will see boxes and boxes of flowers filling the space.<br />
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While some people are pleating and fluffing flowers some others are working on the wood structure of the float. Many times these float includes lights and moving parts. Someone has to have the knowledge to make the wooden base and all the electrical wiring to make things move and light up. This wood base is from our church float from 2017 (I didn't have photos of the base of our school float from this year) just to give you an idea of what it looks like.</div>
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This is the finished float that the Lutheran school made this year. Isn't it amazing?! As you can tell it took many many thousands of hours to put this beautiful creation together. This year there were 5 floats in the parades and now it probably makes sense to you why they have the floats go through all 4 parades. With all the work, time and effort that goes into these floats they want to show them off as often as possible.<br />
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Here is our church's float from this year too.<br />
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These floats are beautiful works of art. The time and creativity that each of these takes is amazing. I am so excited that we have gotten to experience this small town fair. It really is amazing what a town this size can pull off. I am totally impressed. I hope that those who attend the parades and see the floats can really appreciate the time and effort that goes into each and every float that comes down our street in the "Worlds Fair".<br />
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Hey friends, it is almost time for my kids to start school...did your kids start already? Do you take your kids shopping to pick out some new clothes to start the year with or do you have them look through what they already have? I think we may go find everyone a new outfit or at least a new shirt to wear for their first day. But honestly we have so much clothes they don't really need anything. However, they would look great in some of the awesome shirts and sweatshirts that <a href="https://www.tvstoreonline.com/">TVStoreOnline</a> has to offer. I found a few of my favorites from their website to show you.<br />
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My family is full of Star Wars fans so I'm sure they'd fight over this one...<br />
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This Wonder Woman hoodie is so much fun. I just don't think I could pull it off<br />
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My little man, Josiah, would LOVE to have a Chase hoodie. He is obsessed with paw patrol!! Maybe<br />
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How cool is this vintage Ghostbusters shirt...it even GLOWS in the DARK!! yay!!!<br />
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This one is perfect for myself and all my art teacher friends out there!!<br />
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There are so many classics to choose from. Great movie shirts, tv show shirts and popular icons like M&Ms and crayons. I think the hardest part would be choosing which shirts would fit in my budget because there are so MANY great ones to choose from and we all know that my basic wardrobe is tshirts, jeans and hoodies!! Wait till you see which hoodie I picked out for myself...scroll down to see it.<br />
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I'm not a fan of running but I LOVE this shirt!!<br />
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I loved Saved by the Bell as a teenager so I went with the classic "Bayside Tigers" sweatshirt! It is SUPER comfy and I love the hood, which is a little bigger than traditional hoods. It fits me great and I can't wait for it to cool down a bit more outside so I can wear it more!! The shipping was super fast and it came packaged nicely.<br />
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Here's the super fun part. The great people at TVStoreOnline are giving one of you your choice of hoodie or tshirt! Consider it a "Back to School" gift...and you don't have to share it with your kids if you don't want to. You can get yourself a back to school gift too.<br />
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GIVEAWAY RULES<br />
To enter please leave a comment on this blog post after visiting <a href="http://www.tvstoreonline.com/">TVStoreOnline </a>and tell me what you'd pick....you can also comment on my <a href="http://www.instagram.com/purejoycreative">Instagram </a>post or on my <a href="http://www.facebook.com/purejoycreative">Facebook </a>post. That's it! Simple and quick. For more entries tag your friends!!<br />
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Giveaway winners will be announced on Sunday evening August 18th.<br />
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First 7 images are from TVStoreOnline.com. Last two images are my own. This honest review was in exchange for a hoodie of my choice.Pure Joy Creativehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00621407090588031428noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6157569.post-56197029800242724712019-08-02T12:09:00.000-05:002019-10-15T14:42:47.265-05:00and the winners are...The winner of the Ugly Christmas Sweatwe pajamas is Beth H.<br />
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The winner of the Strong and Courageous tank is BarbS<br />
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The winner of the Beloved tank is Joanarie<br />
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The winner of the baseball seams co pendant necklace is Allison (sayitinburlap)<br />
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Congratulations to the winners and thank you to everyone who entered. I've got more giveaways coming so stay tuned!<br />
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