💕Happiness on a String: My Heart Banner Tradition 💕

 I love slipping tiny surprises into the envelopes I send out into the world. Sometimes it’s a cheerful sticker or a cozy tea bag, other times a mini pop‑up card, a playful bookmark, a small bundle of devotional cards or even a soothing face mask for a moment of calm.

But most often, I tuck in one of my little heart banners. They’ve become my favorite tiny tradition—a sweet, handmade token that matches the card and can be hung up to sprinkle a bit of joy long after the envelope has been opened. 

A small string of love, ready to brighten someone’s day.

I cut and paste the hearts together, then stitch them on my sewing machine to create the banner. I attach cute little sticker holders to each end of the thread so they can be hung easily with some tape or a push pin.

For instance, I might include this banner with one of these cards to coordinate with the colors.

I love having a stash tucked away, ready to sprinkle a little joy whenever the moment calls for it.

I am hopeful these tiny surprises might evoke big smiles.

Hope you enjoyed seeing what’s been blooming on my craft table lately.

Sending a little cozy your way,

Warm Hugs, 

Carrie

🧊 Fridge Raider on the Loose! 🧊

 

Just a toddler living his best life in the glow of the fridge light

...pure joy. 🧊🧊🧊

He wasn’t hungry… just on a very important cold‑air adventure.

Staying Cold + Cozy,

Carrie

🌮 “Tacos & Donuts: Today’s Sweet + Savory Card Duo” 🍩

 I just had to show two more cards that I recently made - 

one for Valentine's Day and the other for a birthday. 

I painted these using watercolors.

🍩 I thought they came out pretty cute! 🌮

Hope you like them too. Thanks for stopping by.

Staying Cozy + Crafting,

Carrie

❤️ “Handmade Valentines, Heart by Heart” ❤️

What are you doing today?

I am spending the afternoon making Valentines —fun layers of pinks, reds, 

and little scraps that made me smile. 

Each card feels like a tiny reminder to enjoy the moment and share a bit of sweetness.

There’s something calming about 

slowing down, cutting paper, 

and creating small notes of love. 

Love you and Stay Cozy,

 

🌸Sisters really are magic. 🌸

Our littlest granddaughter had a rough one while on a shopping trip with dad — a tumble, a few tears, and a set of stitches she definitely didn’t plan on.

She was as brave as any 18-month-old little girl can be...but honestly, it can be almost harder on the grown-ups.

But the sweetest part came when she got home. Her big sister — who’d had the exact same injury not long ago — was waiting like a tiny expert in all things stitches and bravery. She wrapped her arms around her, offered sympathy, and shared her own “I survived this too” wisdom.

And just like that, the fear softened. The grown‑ups exhaled. The girls giggled.

🌸 Kids heal quickly. Parents take a little longer. 

But sisterhood makes everything easier. 🌸

Stay Cozy,

(and out of the emergency room)

Carrie