On March 31, we were happy to be in attendance of the Bridgeport Rescue Mission's Hearts of Hope Women's Benefit. For months, we had been preparing hand-painted square plates that would be the centerpieces of each table, as well as gifts for people in attendance. You can see some of them on Facebook; each one of the nearly 200 that we prepared for them is unique!
The event benefits the Mission's long-term recovery program and emergency shelter for women in Fairfield County. An opportunity to give will be presented during the program.
For more pictures of the event, click here.
Over a week ago now, I gave birth to my first child (and in the process, made the founders and managers of Jean Elton grandparents)! And as other parents of newborns can attest, I have been kept very busy as I get used to my new schedule and responsibilities. But don't think that means no more posts! We will soon be continuing to provide behind-the-scenes pictures and current events at Jean Elton on this blog as usual.And in that vein, let me show you how we've incorporated Jean Elton into our nursery! And maybe give you a couple ideas when you are decorating your next room.
Our stamped square plates add some decoration to the walls of our nursery. We color coordinated them to suit the colors we used on the walls and other pieces in the room (pink and green). At some point, we may replace these with plates customized with the baby's name.
This wall-hanging is also on the wall in the nursery. It adds some color and hopefully, can be used to help our daughter learn her alphabet some day!