Hello there friends!
How are you all doing today?
All stuffed and blessed I hope:)
So, you know when you go away somewhere special and you want to bring back souvenirs for friends and family?
That indeed can get a little pricey picking up one or two here, there and everywhere.
I had a few friends I was buying for and tried to keep in mind their taste and what they would like.
One of the thoughtful gift ideas started with this picture.
Honestly, at this point, I don’t even know in Ireland where I was when I took this.
I just knew I loved it, and my friend collects tea pots.
I did not buy her teapot…
in fact, I only saw one,
in a glass case.
I am NOT cheap, I am thoughtful, and needless to say,
she was not getting a tea pot in a glass case.
Love ya, but no.
I had an idea,
to buy a wooden frame
and dress her up.
I used the same sample of Saint Anne,
that my ROO, just got a makeover in.
I tell you this guy was pretty popular the other day.
Who knew freshening up some home decor with a little paint could be so popular:)
This project only took a few minutes of my time.
In fact, I am going back to Walmart today to buy another frame to make one for myself.
You know, one for you, one for me type of deal.
that’s how I roll!
Need I say more?
I am all about burlap projects as you know.
I think she is going to
LOVE it!
Thanks for stopping over today!
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One more thing I want to share for today is the easiest cake recipe you will ever have.
And let me tell you it is so delish.
Take 20 oz. can of crushed pineapple
1 box of Angel food cake.
Mix together, grease bundt pan or pan of choice,
and bake accordingly.
THAT
is
IT.
You do not add anything else to the cake mix but the crushed pineapple.
ENJOY!
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So pretty! And look at you using this season’s color of the year!!
That frame would easily cost $20 in the store! Love how you did this. I am going to remember this for Mother’s Day!
What a nice gift, Debbie! I love the picture you took! What a lovely reminder of your trip, too. You definitely need one for yourself!
It is so pretty, Debbie! I just love the color, and the yellow burlap is the perfect touch!
This is a true gift from the heart! That photo looks just fab in the frame. Bravo to you!
Thank you Lisa!
I love that photo and it looks great framed. I am sure she will love it.
What a wonderful gift Debbie! Your friend is sure to love this!!! Who wouldn’t?
Now I want cake!!
xo Kris
That is SO thoughtful and BEAUTIFUL! Way better than a teapot in a glass case!!!
That’s a gorgeous photo you took and I’m sure your friend is going to love it!
Great job I love it and the picture is beautiful…..very thoughtfu and lovely.
Cynthia
Ahhh I love the picture in the frame! Just perfect!
That print is gorgeous…and you framed it perfectly!
I love the green. Sweet!!!
Love the frame and that photo is PERFECT. They go together like PB&J 😉
You now I want that cake now, right?
Oh Debbie, that picture is fabulous! You could sell the print, what a perfect gift and the frame color is wonderful!! Thanks for sharing
Carol
that framed photo is beautiful! Perfect frame!
Love that fabulous green color! Looks so pretty on the frame and roo! I’m so excited, we are getting a local dealer for La Craie Paint at the end of April! I’m counting down the days! 🙂
Oh wow that cake sounds good! Probably very low in calories/points too!! What a cute idea for a gift. I love that burlap flower on the frame!
That picture & frame are so beautiful! I love them, have to find something like that I can do. Wow.
And that cake recipe? You’re kidding?? I could even do that…I can cook up a storm, but don’t like baking. 🙂
Such a pretty alternative to the real thing. I love the burlap accent bow.
That photograph is amazing…and NOW, the frame is beautiful too! The burlap flower is PERFECT! You amaze me! Pinning…for Mother’s Day…because it’s a little over a MONTH away…yikes! xo
Great picture and frame, Debbie!
I love how something so simple can carry so much meaning and be so precious! Great job! Love the color combo!~~Angela
The picture in that beautiful picture frame is the perfect gift for your friend…she will love it!! And I love pineapple and I love angel food cake, so that is a winning combination for me!…Thanks!!
The picture turned out perfect Debbie, and I think it was a better choice than the teapot anyway. Great idea!
That is the greatest idea! I love that you took a picture of something so special and unique to that area and are framing it and gifting it to someone special. The green paint you used on the frame is perfect for it too. The cake recipe looks good too. I love cake and I love easy so it’s a winner in my book. Angel food cake is delicious anytime.
First off I adore that picture. Second, the fact that you gave a friend a picture you took yourself, of something she liked, is so sweet. Green was really the only choice for that frame too! I loved this post. Pinning the frame and the cake recipe!
You are so clever and this is a beautiful gift…she will love it!
Blessings,
Cindy
I think that is a fantastic way to bring back souvenirs. Thoughtful too. I’m going to try that if I ever get to vacation again.
Bliss
Thanks everyone…my friend really did LOVE it!
What an excellent gift idea! Thoughtful gifts are the best. I LOVE that photo, and the green frame really brings it to life.
That is a fantastic green and what a thoughtful gift for your friend! And you know I love that cake recipe – can’t wait to try it!
I love the idea. I learned long ago that a photo is the best souvenir. The other stuff often just gets put in a trunk somewhere. The frame is pretty too.
And I will DEFINITELY be trying that cake. Maybe this weekend.
wow it turned out so pretty i bet she will love it forever 🙂
Drain the pineapple first? And I love the picture!!! Great picture!
Hugs
Nooooooo…do not drain the pineapple, can juice and all!
How awesome is this frame. So cute and pineapple cake – yes, please.
That is gorgeous. I have a whole box of frames that need a makeover and I’ve yet come up with an idea. I love how simple your flower is while still have great texture and a little on the “rustic” side. I’d love to be in your friend’s shoes 🙂 Have a wonderful evening Debbie!
How did you put together the burlap bow?
Hi Jessica, I cut a few strips of burlap and made and X then tied them together:)