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I’m starting today’s post on a personal note.
Today my grandfather is having a very high risk open heart surgery . I am leaving my house at 3am to go be with him in Boston Ma. If you believe in prayer, and could spare a moment, please pray he makes it through this surgery. There are 3 parts to his procedure that we are told high risk for him to NOT make it through. Today I will literally be holding my mother up as he undergoes the 6 hour surgery. My grandfather has always been like my father growing up. I cannot bear the thought of anything happening to him. That being said, I know God has a plan for him and I have faith things will be OK. I will say I have much peace about this, now I just need to try to give a piece of that feeling to my mom.
On another personal note….thank you all SOOOOOOO much for sharing my excitement for my NEW! venture My Time Made Easy © LLC! It made me so happy to know you are all as excited as I am. I am beyond excited to get everything started, and I will keep you ALL posted on our progress! I’ve been working SO hard to make everything AMAZING! I’ll be sending out our first email soon, as our first template and SAMPLE of Digi paper will be ready to go (SOON!!).
I have MANY emails to sort through, but as you can see my family has needed me that last few days. So if it needed a reply I’ll be in touch soon! Thank you all again for the support as I make my dreams a reality!
OK now on a “eye-candy” note……I am the guest designer today at Say it with Letters! I love their stuff, and have made several creations in the past.
I really enjoy cardmaking but my real passion lies with coordinating cards, gift packaging, and altered items! I get so much joy in personalizing just about ANYTHING I can get my hands on. To be able to dress up the SIMPLEST of gifts, and making them a WOW! My family and friends can’t believe everything I make starts with some cardstock!!
I found Say it with letters after attending a Stampin Around Event in March this past year. We created an altered Chick that was designed by Julie Massee. I immediately went home and placed a order!! HOW FUN!
Now just in time for the holidays I have a FABULOUS tree for you that is SO easy, but will definitely be the talk of the holiday decor! There are so many possibilities, but with Christmas around the corner I wanted something SPECIAL!
I hope you like my project. This took about 25 minutes to make. Definitely a great project to create for so many!
You can view the step by step directions on the —> Say it with Letters Blog
I had a BLAST, and I hope it inspires you this holiday season. This is by far the most wonderful time of year! Most people are more giving and willing open their hearts to others.
Tree of Cheer
You can find the TREE shape—>HERE!
This is the front. All decked out for the holidays!
I used some various papers from a couple different companies, one being Cosmo Cricket (I believe! EEK! I should have kept track! Sorry! I just got carried away!
I found some various holly berry branches at the craft store, I cut off the “berries” and hot glued them on with a hot glue gun.
Each paper layer is scalloped, and on dimensionals in the center for some POP. There is also some glitter, and silver snowflakes.
I added a stamped centerpiece using Old Fashioned Christmas Borders & Centers Round It was the perfect accent to my project! The cuff is 3D. The frame is glittered, and there are of course, glittered tassels. Christmas trees, and stockings are a perfect combination!! The stamp set has several great center options.
View from the top
Hopefully you can see how glittery, and dimensional this is.
This is just a stunning centerpiece or holiday decoration!
Now this is the back of the tree. You could decorate it the same as the front.
I felt that maybe whomever purchases it (it will be going in my Etsy shop soon) will be able to personalize it.
Well I want to thank Deb for having me as a guest! I enjoyed creating once again with my Say it with Letters shapes!
Well I have a long day ahead of me.
Hug your loved ones and don’t wait for the holidays to get together with friends, family and others you love. Try to reach out and donate your time to a cause you belive in too! It will help someone else and make you feel amazing inside. Whatever is dear to your heart!
I could go on and on, but need to get a move on.
Thanks for stopping by
108 Responses for "Tree of Cheer"
That tree is beautiful!
I will pray for your Grandfather and your family that all will be according to God’s will. Sending Hugs. Your tree card is amazing.
I will add your Grandfather to my prayer list.
I’m glad that you can be strong for your Mom during this rough time. I’ll be thinking of your family tomorrow and wishing your Grandpa the best.
(((hugs)))
Prayer is a powerful thing – I will pray that it is God’s Will for your grandfather to pull through this operation.
I also pray for strength for you and your mum.
On a crafting note the tree is very festive
Lauren, sending prayers your way 🙂 Congratulations on your big step! While I was sad to hear that you’ve left PTI, I realized that I could still access your fabulous work, just in a new way 🙂 I know that you will be successful and I wish you all the best!!
I will be praying for your grandpa, Lauren. Hugs!
Congrats on your new venture as well! I have been meaning to get over here to let you know how excited I am for you. Best wishes, girl!!
Lauren~ I will keep your Grandpa in my prayers.
I love your sparkly Christmas tree~ another beautiful creation! LOve it!
Big hugs and prayers for grandpa.
Beautiful tree, love what you did.
All the best.
Praying for your grandpa that God will guide the surgeon’s hands and sustain his life through the entire operation.
Beautiful creation as always!
Tree looks great.
I will be praying for your grandfather today. You are a great daughter for being so strong for your mother right now. Blessing to you and your family right now.
Jessica~
Thinking of your family today. God will be right there to hold you up as you lend strength to your mom.
Your little tree is adorable!
i love the tree and your family will definitely be in my prayers today!
Sending prayers for your grandfather, your mom and you that everything will go well. Also sending big hugs for your and you.
GORGEOUS tree, Lauren. LOVE everything about it!!!
I prayed for you, your mother, your grandpa and the rest of your family this morning and will continue to do so throughout the day. I don’t know how you do everything, girl, and still remain a source of loving support for your family. You are an inspiration.
Love your tree! Whoever gets it on etsy will be SO lucky! HUGS to you and your mom! This must be an incredibly stressful time for you! Hopefully you will be successful in giving some of your peace to your mom during her time of need! I will definitely be praying for you, your mom and your grandfather! Hope everything goes well!
prayers being said for your grandpa!!!
Praying God will guide the surgeons and that your grandfather will come through this with flyging colors. Please let us know later on how he is doing. Blessings coming your way for your whole family.
Prayers being said in Ohio for your Granpa and you and your Mom!
As soon as I read your post I prayed and will continue to do so.
On another note, I am thrilled that you are opening your own online store and look forward to what you are offering. I certaintly hope and pray that the shipping is good for International orders as I live here in Mexico and can not get stamping supplies. I have bought your house templete from Papertrey Ink and I love it!! I have made 5-6 houses already and am waiting for my stamp set. I had the set sent to my daughters as the shipping was more than the stamps!
Thank you for all you do and I do love the tree
My prayers and thoughts are with you!
Big Hugs!!
I will say a prayer for your grandpa and family Lauren..have a safe trip…
Your tree is FABULOUS! Oh my!! Must check out the link you shared!!!
I’m sorry to hear about your grandfather’s surgery. 🙁 I sure will keep him and your family in my prayers. (((HUGS)))
My thoughts are with you and your family today.
Will be in prayer for you and your family. It is great that you are able to be there for you mom. I know she feels better having you there with her. Take care.
I’m saying prayers and sending hugs to your family. Take care. Hugs!
Lauren, I’m praying for a successful surgery and healing for your grandfather and for peace and comfort for you and your mother. Blessings!
Beautiful tree…TFS!
Lauren, My heart and prayers go out to you and your mom today and your grandfather of course as he goes through his surgery an recovery. Hugs to all !!!
This tree is gorgeous! I really need to get more done.
Thake care,
Liz
Lauren,
Your family is in my prayers. Do not apologize for not posting on your blog. Family comes first, no matter what!
Your tree is beautiful.
Lauren, I have said a prayer already for you but will continue to keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
May God be with you and give you the strength you need.
Lauren prayers are being sent to your grandfather, mother, you and the rest of your family. I believe that prayers in numbers makes a big difference…looks like you will have a lot of prayers going your way!
Your tree is perfectly gorgeous!!! You have done it again!!!
Lauren,
My prayers are with you and your family!
Lauren…thank you for being strong for your grandfather and your mom……………Love grammy
This is absolutely stunning and a great centerpiece of course.
I will be keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers today. Please let us know how things go.
Your tree is absolutely beautiful – love all the glitter and sparkles.
My thoughts are with you and your mother right now. Be strong for your mom, she needs you now. Sending positive vibes your way.
Annie
Hey Lauren
My mother is 73 years old and is now 10 days post op major heart surgery. Despite being extremely weak pre-surgery and having a long history of stroke and heart related illness from about age 56 she came through with flying colours. It’s so amazing what they are able to do these days and they perform these kinds of surgery every single day – they’re experts in the field.
I am certain your grandpa will be just fine – these older guys are made of pretty strong stuff ya know. Their generation had to be tough to survive!
Keeping him in prayer all the same. Love the tree!
Lauren,
I was so pleased to read of you striking out on your own. I can’t think of someone with more talent than you so I am thrilled to see you striking out on your own. I am a huge fan and proud owner of MANY a Timeless Template and I wish you all the best in your new endeavor. Couldn’t be happening to a nicer gal.
Mishy
Your tree is amazing, great job. I will be praying for your Grandfather as well as your family & you. God Bless.
I will keep your family in my thoughts and send some of my special guardian angels your way 🙂 I’m sure your Grandfather will be up and about before you know it. xxoo
Your tree creation is lovely ~ thank you for sharing & posting the tree shape =)
Sending up lots of love ♥, big {{{hugs}}} and lots of prayers † for you, your family, and of course your grandfather…
Please be safe in your travels…
Hugs and love,
Renee
Fabulous tree and I can’t believe I missed you by mere hours – I was just IN Boston and right near the hospital I would have come and sat and prayed with you and your family had I known a wee bit sooner about your grandpa. THoughts, prayers and hugs for you sweet Lauren.
Hope your Grandfather is doing well after his surgery. My thoughts are with you. Awesome job on the tree. I love the way your mind thinks in terms of gift ensembles. Thank you so much for sharing your ideas with all of us.
Prayers up for all your family especially Grandpa
Judy
I will keep your Grandfather in my prayers, I hope surgery goes well. If you have any questions about this or need anything just ask. ( I do open heart surgery everyday!!) I am sure you are scared to death, its hard to be a patient, I know. God Bless, Jennifer
Your grandfather, you and your family have my prayers.
it’s hard when a family member is undergoing surgery. i will add your grandfather to my prayer list. best of luck with your new endeavor. when you have a dream, you must follow it! you are so creative and have so much to share.
Sending you and your family prayers and asking God to bless and be with you all!
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Lauren,
I have prayed for you and your family and will continue to pray for your Grandfather. Trust in God for the right outcome. You will be wonderful support for your Mom. Stay strong. Your strength will get you through the day!
Hugs!
I will keep your grandfather in my thoughts, Lauren. I hope all goes well today. Have a safe trip too.
Gasp and drool girl!!!
oops…forgot to say that I will be praying for you grandfather! God bless!
I hope your Grandfather made it through the surgery successfully. I understand how important he must be to you. My Grandfather took over as my father figure when my father passed away. I don’t know what I would have done if he wasn’t in my life. May God watch over him.
Oh my, I love this darling tree! You need to stop though, or I’ll never get anything else done b/c I already made your cute tree stand deal with the photos! Cute cute stuff Lauren! You are very talented!
Our prayers are with you and your family Lauren, God Bless!
My prayers are with you and your family as your grandfather undergoes his procedure. I trust it will be successful and your grandfather will have a speedy recovery.
Lauren I didn’t post a comment on your big announcement the other day as I didn’t know how to say this in any other way, so I’m copying part of my comment from the PTI blog to share with you here:
I don’t know Lauren but from this blog and hers it’s so apparent that she’s just the sweetest person, not to mention Superwoman with cardstock! Best of luck for the future Lauren, we will miss you.
Congrats on stepping out on your own, can’t wait to see where the future takes you!
My thoughts are with you, your Grandfather and family. My Grandfather (Pop) had heart surgery when I was little. All I remember is him telling me not to cross my legs as it cuts off your circulation! He’s still with us.
Hey Kiddo…
Just checking in to see how your Grandpa is doing….
Hugs and love,
Renee
Lauren, your Grandpa is in my thoughts and prayers as well as your Mom and you…………..you will be her strength I am sure!
I Love your project today! Sooo beautiful!
Congratulations on your new business venture, I am looking forward to seeing your creations
Hugs and love,
Vicki
My thoughts and prayers are with you and all of your family. May God give you the strength to hold one another up during this difficult time.
Lauren,
Your heart is so open, giving, loving, tender and oh so very welcoming into your world. When reading you blogs you make me feel like you’re a dear friend sharing your ups, downs and in between times. I sincerely hope your Grandfather has his guardian angel looking over him…that’s beside you and your Mother who you are propping up!
The tree is full of wonderment and cheer. I might try this for my sister-in-laws Christmas Table. She would appreciate the piece being handmade!
I can’t wait for your new adventure to be unveiled!
You and your family are in my prayers!
Hi I love the tree. I hope your grandfather is doing ok. You made a sled a feww weeks ago. Could you tell me how you made it. I would love to made one for my house Thanks
Lauren I am thinking of you and your family, and praying that your grandfather is doing ok. Happy Thanksgiving.
Sally
You guy’s have been on my heart for the past couple of day’s. Hope to hear good new about your grandpa soon.
Absolutely beautiful tree… What a new & wonderful adventure you are on w/ your new company!
But, most importantly, my prayers go out to your grandfather! All the best to your & your family during these holidays!
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