Sane, Simple, Sacred: I'm Kind of Proud of Myself!

I'm Kind of Proud of Myself!

I'm not sure what possessed me when I asked, "Would you like me to make some centerpieces?"

(I'm not so creative.)

One day I walked the aisles of the Meijer store looking for SOMETHING to incorporate into centerpieces for a baby shower. I looked at this Foam Puzzle Mat and got an idea! I purchased a bag of balloons, too.

This is what I came up with! I assembled them this morning. They're in place for the shower this afternoon.

There were letters left over, so here is a mini-tower we constructed on the refreshment table.

I'm pleased with the outcome. The puzzle will be my gift for the baby!

I'm looking forward to a good time this afternoon (and am glad MY part is over)!

15 comments:

Breathing In GraceOctober 9, 2010 at 12:17 PM
What a neat idea!! And, to have it be your gift, too...yes, you are creative!!! It looks great!!!
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Jacquelyn StagerOctober 9, 2010 at 12:33 PM
well you ARE very creative! What a great idea...I've never seen anything like this. I LOVE it!!!
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BernieOctober 9, 2010 at 12:53 PM
Ahhh these are cute.....;-) Hugs
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SandyOctober 9, 2010 at 1:01 PM
This is darling and so creative! I've
been to many baby showers and don't
remember ever seeing anything so cute.
Have a good time!
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Lady FarmerOctober 9, 2010 at 1:23 PM
Not only cute but a useful gift as well! Nice job!
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Wanda.....October 9, 2010 at 2:01 PM
I'm sure your great idea will be repeated by others in the future, Rebecca!
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Janettessage.blogspot.comOctober 9, 2010 at 2:42 PM
Awesome...how creative!!!! I haven't been to a baby showers in years!
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BrendaOctober 9, 2010 at 5:25 PM
Nicely done! Many creative people doubt their creativity. We are children of the Great Creator. He made us in His image. Rejoice in it.
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RebeccaOctober 9, 2010 at 7:06 PM
Thanks to all of you for your encouraging remarks. Too often I compare myself with others and think I got the "short stick" when it came to originality, but this time I surprised myself.

BRENDA, thanks for reminding me I'm a child of the Great Creator. I DO rejoice!
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DianaOctober 9, 2010 at 7:33 PM
Very cute and cleaver my dear! I hope you had fun at the shower. Love Di ♥
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RebeccaOctober 9, 2010 at 7:56 PM
Di, Had fun AND amazing food! Hot chicken sandwiches, cheese plate (including Brie), cold vegetable pizza, an unbelievable cake, nuts, molded chocolates--all VERY, VERY good.
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Lori ZehrOctober 9, 2010 at 10:09 PM
Very cute decor!
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http://bitsandpieces-sonja.blogspot.com/October 9, 2010 at 10:46 PM
Oh yes you ARE creative, and even more... you had a willing heart, so God planted a great idea in it! I love this!! :)

Hugs!

Sonja
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Jacquelyn StagerOctober 10, 2010 at 2:54 AM
wait! HOT chicken sandwiches at the shower? Tell me more please...chicken salad hot? or what?? sounds GREAT
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RebeccaOctober 10, 2010 at 4:52 AM
Sonja - YES! God planted a GREAT idea...
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