"You are loved" is the theme. The idea is for her to see each ribbon as someone who loves her. She loved it [well, of course, it's pink and sparkly!] She's only 3, but it was a special moment to sit with her and touch each ribbon and have her name someone who loves her: we went through all her family members, some friends, Jesus, etc. It was cute! :-)Here's what I started with:
This was a 70% off Christmas item at a craft store. It's a bead-covered styrofoam ball, about 5 in diameter. I went to my ribbon basket and pulled out a variety of widths and textures in pinks and creams:
Cut short lengths and tie each with a simple knot around the hanging loop. Work your way around, covering the entire loop. Make a little tag to say "You are loved!" I embellished a store-bought die-cut tag with my message printed on pink paper that I tore into a heart shape. I layered it on another torn heart and glued both to the heavier tag:
Awww! She'll love it! Way to go on getting it at such a discount!
ReplyDeleteThis is so lovely and so thoughtful.
ReplyDeleteSo pretty. I guess I am off to look for bead covered styrofoam balls.
ReplyDeleteI love it! I love the idea of making something to remind your children of how much they are loved.
ReplyDeleteSuper cute! What a great memory you've created.
ReplyDeleteVery pretty! I will have to make one for my mom, the boys just wouldn't appreciate it so much. I love the ribbons and what they stand for!
ReplyDelete~Misti
Cute! What girl doesn't like anything pink and sparkly!
ReplyDeleteJean - this is a fabulous idea for a gift, or for a project for Jr. Church....we're going to borrow this - thanks for the "inspiring ideas" once again!!
ReplyDeleteKarla & Karrie
This is so freaking stinking cute! I ♥ this so MUCH! Thanks for the idea and the instructions! Makes me want to make one right now!
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness, wherer do you come up with these awesome ideas? Can't wait to steal it :)
ReplyDeleteWhat an absolutely wonderful idea!So simple, but meaningful. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteThis is so cute...I know my 9 year old dd would love it!!
ReplyDeleteGreat idea. I love it!!
ReplyDeleteThat is SO sweet. And what a great use of pre-made objects and handmade ideas!
ReplyDeleteThis is a great and sweet gift! Tomorrow I am hitting the dollar store and JoAnns and Michaels to hunt out cheap things for Valentine decor.
ReplyDeleteYour beautiful craftings are inspiring.
ReplyDeleteMelanie@Bella~Mella
Cute!
ReplyDeleteEven cuter than the Valentine Sparkle is imagining you with your little one touching each ribbon and thinking about the ones that love her.
Tell her to touch a ribbon for us!
She will love that her mommy put so much effort into making beautiful things around her. I'm sure the beauty you create will in turn inspire a very creative little girl!
ReplyDelete-Sarah from Create Studio
www.createstudio.blogspot.com
How sweet! I love it. Also, thanks for sharing how you made the project. I might have to try it out! Have a nice day! Daisy~
ReplyDeleteThe colour is beautiful and the idea is really lovely!
ReplyDeleteJeanne,
ReplyDeleteOh jeez...such a beautiful creation!
Please know that for me, You are a Beautiful Woman of GOD
What an awesome idea. I wish I had a creative mind. I'm so glad I found your blog. The little ones could have fun making this for their mom. Guess I'm going to be kept busy now. Hee hee. ;) Thanks for sharing all your brilliant ideas!
ReplyDeleteVery pretty! Great idea!
ReplyDeletelove it! so pretty.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely adorable! You've created a fantastic keepsake.
ReplyDeleteLOVE IT! Absolutely adorable! came over from the Little Window Shop....I love your blog! Be back for more! ♥
ReplyDeleteaaww... this is so cute! its nice that it was beaded all ready..I wonder what kind of glue you can use to glue the beads on.. I want to try one! :) Martha
ReplyDeleteThis is lovely! And who doesn't love ribbon?! :)
ReplyDeleteLOVE this!! So beautiful.
ReplyDeleteThis is so cute! What a great little gift for your daughter. Thanks for sharing it.
ReplyDeleteadorable! can't believe it's almost that time of year again :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun idea and I love that you are thinking Valentine's Day already.
ReplyDeleteLove your thought behind this, but I also love it as a Valentine's Day decoration. Very pretty with all the ribbons!
ReplyDeleteI am going to do this for Valentines day. THANKS FOR SHARING AND HAPPY NEW YEAR
ReplyDeleteNow THAT'S what I call FRUGAL! Way to go & way to repurpose an item! Beautiful!!!
ReplyDeleteHey Jeanne,
ReplyDeleteWas looking the web for some cute Valentine ideas to make and what did I come across? A post from you. This is really cute. Was wondering how I would get all those beads on a styrofom ball if I couldn't find one like you did. Love, Love, Love all your stuff. Hey, how is your dad doing? Take care