I am a military mom. Yep, I have a soldier in the United States Army and am proud of him, the unit he serves and the choices he made to protect the country and the family he loves...
In saying this, I have a face book page that has many of the items I make (hense the name of my blog~ Loving Stitches by Karen)
I began selling my handcrafted items (sewn and crocheted) mainly in military materials (camo, etc) and to support those who serve as Brother's and Sister's in Arms with my son. However, I began receiving requests to make items not military based, however still for military family members (generally fellow moms and wives).
Recently, I was asked to make several very very special items, of which I will not go into detail, as they are surprises!!
I WILL tell you that I have found a great peace in making items by hand. I find that I can pray with each stitch, with love and care, for the end user~ even if I don't know who that person is....
I have made tote bags and duffle bags for miltary sons and mommas, with American flags flying in proud waves across many of my items. I hand cross stitch names and sayings with pride and honor.
I look forward to showing and teaching through my blog several of my items... this way, you can try your hand at the "old" ways of doing things... gift giving... repurposing... and just generally being able to say with pride, "I made that!!"
I will begin next month offering a raffle of sorts, each month. Something I made/make with directions on this blog... the funds will assist with several of my favorite organizations; USO, Cup of Joe for a Joe through Green Beans Cafe, and sending packages to our deployed soldiers... I hope you will help me by sharing my blog as well as my face book page...Become a friend so you don't miss a single entry!! And please share what you have made, either by watching and following me~ or something else!!
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