Creative Crafting

I have been married a few years…40 to be precise.  Unfortunately, or fortunately whichever the case maybe, I don’t remember much of that day only through pictures. I don’t have many of my wedding gifts left, but that is what happens over a long period of time.   The one item I do have and I cherish is a decoupaged wedding invitation given to me by my late brother and his wife. I have always loved it and it has always hung in a place of honor in my home.

It is such a simple gift and yet it is the only one that has lasted a lifetime.   Several years ago in another home, we had a small fire and some of my wedding memories were lost in the water and smoke damage so I no longer have the original invitation, only this reminder.  Yes, it is yellow with age, but it is still a reminder of a wonderful day.

I am sure when my sister-in-law made it she never thought what this gift would come to mean to me and my husband.  It is a reminder of a beautiful day with family and friends.

The reason I am telling you this story is this:  Wedding season is upon us.   The brides will have their lists at various stores of items they need and want, and you will no doubt purchase something for them.  But why not add something personal with the gift.  Something you made by hand for them to remember long after the gifts have worn out.

Thank you Joni and Jack..for the memory.

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