Advent Update
We did, in fact, finish the advent “calendars” before December 1st. They actually turned out to be Advent Buckets. There were several factors that went in to the decision to simplify our plan and ditch the raffia and all the bow-tying, factors like parental fatigue and the overwhelming need to sit on the couch and watch West Wing reruns. Still, I was very happy with the results and am not ashamed to post pictures.
If this doesn’t frighten you into buying a pre-made chocolate advent calendar or a Lego one, then nothing will.
I am including this picture simply because I like it and I think it is cool. Martha Stewart eat your heart out!
Here is the picture of the finished products. Not bad, huh?
Despite the tedium of wrapping all of the tiny packages, this was an enjoyable project and I didn’t even cry once and that, my friends, is how we measure arts and crafts success in our household.
Posted: December 5th, 2007 under Uncategorized.
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Time December 5, 2007 at 10:16 pm
[...] friends, family and others have reminded me of the importance of this occasion. A very good friend actually [...]
Comment from Susan
Time December 6, 2007 at 8:57 am
Ach, so you’re so crafty!
Comment from leigh
Time December 6, 2007 at 10:09 am
hey Vikki
so great that you and your crew showed up last night. I left at 8:15 but turned on the tv and at 9:40 they voted three amendments to the proposed budget…one of them being to not clsoe Powderhorn Ice Rink. Tell Miguel and Stella that they made a difference. I think that Mala is organizing a shoveling party tonight – i have radio so i won’t be there.
Power to the People!
thanks
peace
leigh
Comment from sarah g
Time December 7, 2007 at 8:12 am
looks great! you inspired me to make my own advent envelopes… and start a tradition with me an andy’s first christmas together.
please blog about the powderhorn park update! i was eager to hear how it went!
Comment from Susan
Time December 7, 2007 at 9:47 am
I’m waiting to read about the ice skating rink stuff…
Comment from Kristin
Time December 5, 2007 at 2:34 pm
They look great! Can I hire you for next year?