Hey!

Curious what I decided to do with my ornaments I made “new” last week? I used them to decorate a very special tree I planned this year. If you’d like to see the post from last week about how to turn old ornaments into clear glass, look here.

This year, I decided to have a “blessing tree”.

Each ornament has a written blessing inside. I added a little bit of salt to each ornament which is supposed to look a little like snow. I’ve had everyone in the family write their blessings.

This year, I went with an unconventional wrapping paper. I thought the melon color was fun and I loved the pattern but what I really loved was the price tag: 89 cents a roll from Target. The bows are made from left over tulle from my daughter’s wedding. Now, if only, the cats will leave them alone …

I wanted this year to be focused more on things money can’t buy. I think that’s why blessings came to mind.

The grand total for this year’s tree decorations and wrappings: Less than $20. But, the blessing of the memories will be priceless.

Here’s the link to my tree from last year.

Are you almost ready for the holidays?

Blessings,

Mimi

“But blessed is the man who trusts in the LORD, whose confidence is in him. He will be like a tree planted by the water that sends out its roots by the stream.” Jeremiah 17:7,8a NIV Bible