I am a huge fan of utilizing all the good things God has given us in the natural world--especially when it comes to gift giving. At Christmas time, I would pick some homemade jam or salsa given in a cute little mason jar ANY day over a gift card or jewelry. Gifts are so beautifully meaningful when they have been handmade and labored over for you specifically. Not to mention, it's always a plus when this broke gal can give a sweet gift without having to spend a dime!
Therefore, I introduce to you: leaf-o-grams...also known as love notes on leaves.
Little notes are so romantic and endearing...so why not use nature's wonders instead of having to buy pretty stationary? I found a nice patch of untouched, unsoiled leaves stuck to a bunch of moss. Viola! Instant autumn craft and heartfelt gift. Because that sweet man of mine has been dating me for thirteen months, I found thirteen fallen leaves and wrote thirteen reasons/things why I cherish and love him so. I can't wait to surprise him with this!
This week has been particularly hard for us with a ton of stress and difficulty trusting in God's faithfulness. Yet, Levi was such an encourager and stronghold for me the entire time. He kept pointing back to God's love and our Father's strength. I hope this little gift will bless him in return for all the care and goodness he showed me this week.
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| Find leaves ranging in color/size that are not floppy. Need some crunch to them! |
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| Use a sharpie--NOT PEN--or else the leaves will tear |
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| I also wrote a little note to explain the 13 leaves |
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| Tie with burlap or twine (colored ribbon may detract from leaves' colors) |
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| Finished product :) |
Think of crafts you can take from either nature or resources you already have. Get creative and bless someone with that creativity!
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| I'm a sucker for initials...these will be going on me and my roommate's door |
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