Pom Pom Ornament

 I saw this super simple pom pom ornament over at Art Projects for Kids.

All you need for this quick project is:

2.5 inch styrofoam balls

pom poms of your choice

dress pins

ribbon

 I pinned the ribbon used to hang the ornament on the ball before the kids began to add the pom poms.

 Simply pin the pom poms to the ball.

 Luke picked sparkley gold pom poms for his ornament.

 I love the look of purples Grace used.

Even the big "kids" got in on the fun.

You've got to love simple, pretty crafts that will get used on our beautiful Christmas tree.

Our visit with Santa-2012

Happy Thanksgiving

 There are very few, if any, Thanksgivings I can remember that could be enjoyed outside in central New York.  But today was the perfect day.

 We headed to Grandma and Grandpa's house.  All ten kids arrived so, of course, I took that opportunity to take a family photo.

 Laura appears to be ready for the picture, but Daddy is having a hard time getting the others arranged.

 Picture perfect!!

 Laura seemed to be ready for many photo opportunities...

Laura with Grandma and Grandpa....

 Laura with Danny

 and Laura, enjoying pre-dinner treats outside.

 The weather was even good enough for a little soccer.

 Amy traveled 7 hours to be with us!

 Outdoor hor'dourves

 Gracie is almost in the "grown-up" girl club

 We also partook in the annual drawing names for our family gift exchange.

The perfect Thanksgiving Day.

Happy Thanksgiving everyone.

New hats!

 Cousin Jenny sent these very cute gingerbread men (and women) hats to the kids.

They are so cute!!

Laura is 17 and she has now requested one also...so they are a big hit.

Thanks so much Barton family!

Crocheted Candy Cane Covers

These came out so cute....perfect for our church's craft sale.

I found the pattern here: http://www.crochetmemories.com/blog/victorian-candy-cane-cover/

 

Happy crocheting everyone!

Happy 17th Birthday, Laura!

 Happy birthday, Laura.  We are so proud of the beautiful young woman you have become.

 Becky performed her cake magic.

A fire breathing dragon cake.

All lit up!