January journey in the Word

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Beauty abounds in Creation
 
In the dead of winter there is beauty in winter landscapes ...and the magical bouquets that florists cultivate to surprise us with cheerful colors.
 
Where are you finding beauty in God's creation these days?
 
In a caregiver's smile? Fresh snow muffling the neighborhood? Sunshine after a dreary day? Your body's remarkable ability to recover after an illness? The taste of a favorite meal?
 
Isn't it amazing that the WHOLE world is in God's hands yet He provides for us in the gritty details of our ordinary day-to-day lives?

World in His Hands | Biblequiltjournal.comI've been playing around with this template idea for a while as that childhood song "He's got the Whole World in His hands" has kept stirring in my mind throughout this global crisis. These templates are listed as a set so you have the option to create with and without stitch lines.

God's glorious creation
 
Halfway through and going strong... how are your pages coming along?

31 Days of Creation

I love seeing all your creativity as you share your pages. Pop over here to see one from Nancy and welcome another newcomer here. By the way, if you haven't added an Introduction, go for it! We love to hear where everyone is from and what creative projects you're working on.
 
Here's a Creation page from Lara, who's figuring out her BQ-on-the-go process, making progress at her daughter's games.

What other creative pursuits do you have? 
Sometimes getting something "sentimental" organized feels good on many levels.

Simple Scrapbooking Project

Like playing with pretty papers and have scraps lying around? #usewhatyouhave

2-page spreads

Borrow Ideas from Scrapbooking

decorative paper scraps

Use Scrapbook Supplies in your BQJ

 
 BQ Calendar
 
The Crazy Quilt Block template that Alice designed is a PERFECT one for layering decorative papers. More here.

2022 BQ Calendar

ABC Journal
 
I've got page "starter" ideas for each letter of the alphabet on the ABC Boards.
 
If you click on these links and follow through to the comments, often there are pages that other BQ members have shared. Feel free to share YOUR pages, too!
 
          A is for         B is for...        C is for...       D is for...           E is for...

Looking for a recap of previous pages or template discussions?
 
This post has some great info & Zoom replays:

BQ Community

BQ EVENTS

With our persistent companion Covid, I'm holding off on in-person events for a while. That means everyone has the same opportunity to gather on Zoom! I'll increase the frequency for a while and see if that helps us feel more connected.
 
Most Zooms will occur on Tuesdays at 11:00 am central. I'm open to suggestions for other time slots. Send me a message!
 
***Remember if you RSVP, you'll get a reminder email the day before. 

BQ Zoom Chat #43 | Biblequiltjournal.comONLINE chat with Di & other Bible Quilters

Replay of our Jan 18th session...and a bonus round!

 
Thanks for all you ladies who were able to join in the Live sessions this week! Hope the replays are helpful to the rest of you. Let me know if you have any questions or topics you'd like to hear more about.
 
Looking ahead to February? I'm dropping the link to our monthly topic Abiding in God below so you can start prepping your pages at your own pace.
 
Warm wishes for your Saturday!
Dianna

Abiding in GodWhat environmental triggers stimulate your senses to slow down and dwell in the Word? Let's explore how we ABIDE with God this month!

January 2022 Updates

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