Making The Best Of It

While others have bemoaned the order to shelter in place, I have reveled in it. Why? Because I have so many craft projects to work on and now I have the time to do them without distraction. That's like heaven for a crafter like me!

What have I been working on?

- Masks for protection

- Hats for those in need

- A counted cross stitch piece I haven't touched in decades.

- And, naturally, pine needle baskets. These and many others are available for sale.

Measuring 4.5 x 1.5 inches the swirls remind me of the swan's feet moving beneath the water line.
$30.00

Stitched with lavender variegated nylon thread.
Measures 7 x 6.5 x 1.5 inches
$45.00

Measuring 6.5 x 1.5 inches the black and white glass seed beads give the illusion of music swirling around you.
$40.00

Measuring 5.5 x 1 inch it's perfect for mom!
The swirls simulate rose petals.
$30.00

Perfect for bread, fruit, or vegetables! Or just for display!
9 x 8 x 2.5 inches
$70.00

This base was an Easter gift from my husband.
Measuring 9 x 2 inches the glass seed beads and nylon thread bring out the many shades of gold and brown in the base.
$75.00

These are just a few of the any pine needle baskets are being handcrafted daily! Watch for new additions to be posted on our Facebook page - facebook.com/cruisincreations12

Please share what have you been doing.

Upcoming Events

While craft show participation is uncertain for this year, you can still purchase unusual gifts for your loved ones. Simply check out our Facebook page - facebook.com/cruisincreations12 to view the many baskets we have available for sale. Then simply message me on Facebook of email me at dbabin731@gmail.com.

Until Next Time...

Diane

The Pause

We can't help thinking of this Easter Sunday as, "The Pause." We are pausing from the hustle and bustle of the season. There was no shopping for a new outfit. No shopping for a big meal. No shopping for gifts to fill Easter baskets. No decorating the house. No elaborate preparations. No hustle and bustle of getting the house ready for a big crowd.

Instead, we paused. We relaxed and reflected. We prayed. We sorted out all of the clutter to realize what is really important in our lives. We reached out to others in the only ways we could - phone, email, social media. We realized how much we need others. 

We wish you a blessed and holy Easter Sunday.

May we live a new, more considerate life once this is all over.

Until Next Time...

Diane