Painting Pots

I have had these ficus trees for almost 15 years and I needed to put them in larger pots. I kept putting it off because I didn't want to have buy new pots.

 I found these pots that were behind our firewood. I searched and found out how to paint plastic pots.

 My husband washed them for me. This is a before picture so that is why it is dirty.

 The article I read said to buy krylon spray paint. I found a terra cotta color and then followed the directions. If you have not used the trigger attachment, buy one the next time you use spray paint. The paint goes on much smoother and your hand isn't tired after one application.

 I sprayed the outside and about 6 inches on the inside.

It dries quickly, so I turned it over and sprayed the bottom.

The next day I put the plants in the painted pots. The paint was around $5.00 and new pots that size would have cost me at least $50.00. I was so proud that I saved at least $45.00. Now I need to clean my back patio after seeing these pictures.

Zoe, Lucy, and Silas

I needed to make a baby gift for Silas and decided his sisters needed a gift too.

I couldn't decide what I wanted to do. I looked and found this font frame I haven't used in a long time, so I decided to use that instead of doing an applique. I added the name and fun polka dot ribbon to the towel and I like how it turned out. I think it has a fun look to it.

I made Lucy's exactly the same. These girls are very close in age and I remember how it was with my own children.

This is being mailed to Florida, so I just added some tulle to make it look more like a gift.

Silas is getting a hooded towel with a duck. I wanted it to match the robe below.

The duck was already on the robe and I added the name.

Of course, every little boy needs a pair of boxers.

I put all his goodies together and tied blue tulle around it.

I hope they all enjoy their gifts.

 I am in a bible study right now and each week we are given an assignment to do with a type of ministry. Last week I chose to take a meal to someone who hasn't been feeling well. It always seems to come down to food with me. I wanted to share with you some of the things I cooked.

 I made a shrimp casserole using shrimp and yellow rice. This is so easy, but so delicious.

 I have been cooking asparagus at least once a week lately. I wrap it in bacon and bake/broil it.

 Of course, you need a good green salad to go along with your meal.

 What better dessert is there than Pioneer Woman's chocolate cake? It is easy, but yet scrumptious as she would say. I had enough to share with three families. That is always good.

I always try and take things in disposable containers. Who wants to worry with returning dishes? I have a huge plastic tub in my garage that I keep plastic containers in. When I take a meal, I just go out and look through my stash. This way they don't clutter my cabinet. Put it all in a basket and you are ready for delivery. Bless someone today who needs it. You will be so glad you did.

Can you believe it is March 4? Spring is almost here and I love spring! Enjoy these pretty days.