Danny and I went on a snow adventure to test out our snowshoes. We've had them for a year, so it was about time. We headed up to Mueller Park. The trail was pretty packed down, so snowshoes weren't needed too much at the beginning, but we ventured off the beated path into deeper snow and had a blast.
I've become a finals widow, if you will, meaning Danny is crazy busy trying to finish up the semester. This has given me extra time to use my crafty skills to get our place Christmas ready. My first creations were these little paper/foam trees. I've seen a few variations online of this craft. I put my own little twist on it. They are really easy to make, just takes some time. Here is what you need: Scrap paper Hot glue gun 1" Circle punch Foam cone (at most craft stores) Toothpicks Note: You are going to go to the craft store to buy the little foam cone and you will see styrofoam glue and you will think to yourself that would be a good thing to buy for this project. Don't! I got the styrofoam glue and it didn't work at all. Just go with your trusty glue gun, it won't let you down. I think it's pretty self-explanatory by looking at the picture. You just punch circles out from the scrap paper. Then hot glue th...
I swear, all of my friends are going snow shoeing lately! Looks so fun!
ReplyDeleteI'm not sure how the snow is back East, but you should try it out if you get a chance. It is fun!
DeleteLooks like fun, but so cold.
ReplyDeleteIt actually wasn't too cold. Once you get going, you warm up pretty quick, so we were taking off layers as we went, because we were getting hot.
DeleteAmazing! I can only dream of snow...Looks like you both had a great time!
ReplyDeleteWe have gotten so much snow this winter! I wish we could send you some. :)
DeleteYou look great in green! Well you always look great but that green is especially complimentary. :)
ReplyDeleteAwww, thanks Sarah. :)
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