I made this little scrapbook a couple of weeks ago--I just got a burning idea and went to town with it. This seems to be my motto lately and I decided to write my thoughts down about it for posterity. It is only a few pages long, so it came together quite quickly.
The cover is a texture template (which has become my new addiction--they make awesome album covers!) and then I sewed these ruffles on the end of my sheet protectors. I just had to cut the page inserts just a little smaller. But it is really cute having the ribbons hanging out of the edge of the book.
The text on this page says: "Life is uncertain. . . health, the economy, job security, addictions, evil temptations, human frailties, relationships, politics, feelings of self worth, natural disasters, death. . . "(I made it a bit symbolic as the threads are fraying and the star is falling out of the swirl)
"With so many unknowns, it is easy to be overwhelmed with fear. But I've learned that peace of mind and true happiness come only when I live by faith. My favorite quote is by President Hinckley: "I believe that God will always make a way where there is no way. I believe that if we walk in obedience to the commandments of God, if we follow the counsel of the priesthood, He will open a way, even where there appears to be no way."
"I truly believe President Hinckley's promise. We have to push away all fears with faith and just trust God. He loves us and will make things work out beautifully for our good if we are patient. Faith, not fear."
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Friday, July 25, 2008
Faith, not fear
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8 comments:
You must explain what a texture sample is and where to get them. I am scrapbook illiterate. Love the Pres. Hinckley quote.
I would love to make one of these for a friend of mine whose husband has cancer. I have always loved your things. I'm glad you are so happy. Your little girl and boys are darling.
Angie Griffeth
What a creative gift you have been given! I love it!
Kendi
Thank you for your inspirational posts. I'm so glad you do them!
Darcee- I love your blog and I love this scrapbook idea! I may borrow it from you. You look so great and happy. You inspire me...
Christina, I added a link for the texture templates. But it is really hard to see what they are from the link. If you are still near Logan, you could visit their store if you want some (you'll probably have to ask for them).
Angie, I love making mini albums! They come together so quickly and there are so many ways you can put them together. I made a book for my sister when she had cancer that she really enjoyed. You can see it and one she made for someone else on her blog: http://homeworksatthehansens.blogspot.com/2008/05/project.html Good luck on yours.
Thanks everyone for your nice comments :).
Love the album! It is very very cute. I have been thinking about doing a church book (aka quiet book)with family pictures. Finding time is the issue at the moment. But thanks for the ideas!
The backpacking sounds like quite the adventure! I know that when we outfitted Jeffrey last year it was SO expensive! But it was such a good experience! Builds boys I think.
Thanks so much for the idea. I'm excited to make a book. You are such an inspiration to me in so many ways. Thanks for your great example.
Angie
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