Initial Wreaths for Kid's Doors

My mom told me about this idea a year or two ago:  wreaths for children's bedroom doors.  Since my children aren't little any more, I decided to do the wreaths pretty plain and simple.  That way I wouldn't hear any, "Oh, moooooommmmm!", statements, either :).  I'm not sure they like the wreaths, but they'll tolerate them for Christmas.....and because they don't want to hurt my feelings (ha ha!).

I didn't take a picture of the tracing step, but trace your wooden letters onto cute Christmas scrapbooking paper. Use Modge Podge to glue the paper on the front of the letter.  Smooth it out to prevent bubbles.

(Sorry this picture posted upside down.)

After paper is mostly dried, Modge Podge the front side.  Allow to dry and repeat.

Glue a ribbon loop to the back of the decorated letter.  Attach to the mini wreath or to the wreath hook. Add a bow, and you are done!

My kids don't know it, but I plan on keeping these wreaths for them and using them every year - even when they are grown, married, and parents.  I'm not sure what I'll do about adding their spouses names and kids' names, but I'll come up with something.  Then they'll think back to the first time that wreath hung on their door!  Memories and traditions!  Special times!

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Fire for Cookout - Idea

**Put bricks under tub to increase air circulation and safer fire on some surfaces!  Some people put legs on their tub.**

Many years ago we were having a group of friends over for a hot dog cookout.  One of our adult friends said he would bring us the inside of an old washing machine to use for the fire.  He lived in a town about 30 minutes away, but after everyone had been here for at least 30 minutes, our friend still hadn't arrived.  We finally called him, and he had taken the wrong turn, driving waaaaayyyyyy out of the way to get to our house.  It was really funny!  He finally showed up and the cooking began!

I can't tell you how many times we've used this tub for cookouts, but it has been a great thing to have around!  There's nothing like a hot dog cookout and roasting marshmallows over the open flame.  

Sunday night was especially nice with our youth group.  The stars were shining brightly, there was no wind, and the singing and devotional time was wonderful.  Special memories are made around campfires, for sure!  Just thought it was an idea you all might enjoy knowing!

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