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~ A New Beginning ~

June 2nd, 2010 by

Hi Friends 🙂

Well, today is going to be an interesting day.   My oldest son, Joshua, has been dating a girl for over a year now and today we are finally going to meet her and her little boy, Christopher.   There are many reasons that we have not met until now, but the important thing is that today we’re going to have a new beginning.

Joshua told me to expect Christopher to be shy at first.   I can understand that.   He is three years old and he’s never been around too many people besides his mom, grandparents, Joshua and his dad.   He’s going to come into our house and be surrounded by HUGE teenage boys.   That will definitely be intimidating!

To make the transition a little easier for him, I decided to make him a little welcome present.

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I cut two of the largest Label 8 nesties shapes from the backing of some designer paper.   It’s nice and sturdy and should hold up well to a three year old.   Then I cut two more of the same size out of some Abbey Road DP.   Next, I cut the 2nd largest Label 8 out of some Really Rust DP and cut that in 1/2.   For the box itself, I cut two pieces of the backing (it’s nearly as heavy as chipboard) to measure 8 1/4″ x 4 3/4″.   On one of those pieces, I shaved just a bit off of one short side and one long side (This helps to make them fit snugly together when assembling.   On the 8 1/4″ x 4 3/4″ pieces, I scored at 1 3/4″ on both the short sides and one long side.   See below for visual.

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I then attached the DP to the backing (Label 8 cut) pieces and adhered them to the box, front and back.   Then I decorated.

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The box is stuffed with crayons, a juice box, fruit snacks, a matchbox car and some images I printed for him to color.   That should keep him happy for awhile :).

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Here are my deets:

Stamps:  Our Craft Lounge’s The Botz Family

Colors: GP White, Really Rust, chipboard, Abbey Road DP

Ink: Versafine Black Onyx, Copics, black sharpie

Accessories: Ribbon, Jute, brads, label 8 nestabilites, sticky tape, dimensionals

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Wish me luck!   I haven’t had a little one around this young for quite a few years!

 

13 Comments »

13 Responses to “~ A New Beginning ~”

  1. on 02 Jun 2010 at 07:031 Juliana Swanson

    This is so cute!!
    PERFECT for this situation! It will give him something to “do” and it isn’t too much either!

    Perfectly done! I love the colors–and your wonderful coloring!
    Blessings on this next step in Joshua’s life!!

  2. on 02 Jun 2010 at 07:052 Faith

    This is adorable! Your son is going to see the love that this was all put together with – it’s something he AND the little guy will always remember. Have a wonderful day – new beginnings can be FABULOUS! (((hugs)))

  3. on 02 Jun 2010 at 08:373 Lillian Child

    Oh my goodness … Christopher is going to feel so VERY special. That robot! Oh yeah – you’re on the right track with this surprise goodie bag! Love it!

  4. on 02 Jun 2010 at 09:134 Marisa

    What a fabulous idea, Holly, and so thoughtful 😀 I’m sure little Christopher will open up wonderfully with all perfect little boy toys in there for him to play with and settle into your home with. I loved 3 – 5, despite their never ending energy at that age. They are so precious and the world is just opening up to them. Lucky for him to have so much love poured into him on this visit. Have a fabulous day with him and can’t wait to hear how it goes 😀

  5. on 02 Jun 2010 at 10:555 Crafty Math Chick

    That was so sweet of you Holly! I am sure your thoughtful gift package will help Christopher warm up right away! Hope all goes weel!

    ~Meredith

  6. on 02 Jun 2010 at 11:256 Yvonne

    How thoughtful of you Holly! I am sure he`ll love your little treat! Hope you`ll all have a fabulous day.

  7. on 02 Jun 2010 at 11:577 Kim P

    What an adorable gift with such great stuff for a kid!! He will feel very special and welcomed!

  8. on 02 Jun 2010 at 12:238 PH in VA

    Terrific idea! What a kind gesture for you to extend.

    It sounds like a new chapter is starting in your family… best wishes to y’all. 🙂

  9. on 03 Jun 2010 at 13:169 Crafty Math Chick

    How did everything go? 🙂

  10. on 05 Jun 2010 at 07:4210 diane mcvey

    That is super cute, so very nice, and sure to be a hit! Who wouldn’t want an adorable, fun gift bag made just for them??!! (I would LOVE it!) I hope all went well, you must let us know! I trust that you will have a wonderful time with the little guy and his Mom in the future.
    Have a great weekend!!! 😀

  11. on 05 Jun 2010 at 10:1111 Lisa Kind

    Oh how cute! He will certainly love it and feel welcomed as well! Have fun!

  12. on 05 Jun 2010 at 11:5412 ChristineCreations

    Oh Holly, you are seriously the sweetest. This is such a perfect welcoming gift. I pray you have a beautiful new beginning. {{{Holly}}}

  13. on 10 Jun 2010 at 07:4413 kendra

    Oh this is so cute! I’m sure he loved his little surprise!

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