Melly's Hand Lettering Basics

It's a rainy day and I am all chored out!  I've been working relentlessly on etsy orders, preparing for the upcoming retreat this weekend in Oklahoma, and doing the domestic thing (which is not my thing at all, but necessary at this point.  No towels.)

So, it's time to take a breather and I thought I'd practice some lettering.  I'm headed to periscope to share this practice sheet with you and show you how it works.  I'll add the link to the scope on this post as soon as it's in the can.

Thank you for your thoughts, prayers and notes of encouragement!  Let's letter!

Click the arrow under the image below to download.

Lettering Practice Sheets by melgarza on Scribd

Lettering Script Basics by melgarza on Scribd

We Have This HOPE

Thank you for your prayers! Please accept this artwork as a gift and remember from where our hope comes.   Hebrews 6:19  (Click on the image below to download your copy.)

If you are able, please give your love offering to the United Way Relief Fund. Every dollar counts! Click the link to give and for more information on recovery efforts:  https://www.unitedwayhouston.org/flood

THANK YOU,
Melly

Click on the image to follow the link to scribe.com and download your copy.

(c)2017, Melissa Garza-Allen

For personal use only.  Commercial use prohibited.   

For commercial license information, please contact sillybeeschickadees@gmail.com

PRESS RELEASE: AUGUST 27, 2017

UNITED WAY OF GREATER HOUSTON ESTABLISHES FLOOD RELIEF FUND AS HURRICANE HARVEY DEVASTATION GROWS

HOUSTON (Aug. 27,  2017) – Because of the devastating and widespread flooding already seen in the Greater Houston area from Hurricane Harvey, United Way of Greater Houston has established a Flood Relief Fund to help with the recovery needs of those most impacted. All monies raised by United Way’s Flood Relief Fund will be used to help with both immediate, basic needs and long-term recovery services such as case management and minor home repair.

“Our first priority will be safety, shelter and basic needs such as food and essentials for those affected,” said Anna M. Babin, president and CEO of United Way of Greater Houston. “Once the community is stabilized, then United Way will focus on long-term recovery efforts. Since this situation is still unfolding, we realize the needs will be great.”

As a leading community resource in times of disaster, United Way invests in first response efforts through its partnerships with organizations such as American Red Cross and Salvation Army. Babin explained that United Way of Greater Houston maintains a disaster reserve fund, which will be tapped for this storm effort, however because of the widespread devastation already seen, the needs of those impacted will far exceed existing resources.

Babin added that, following disastrous storm events like Hurricane Harvey, United Way serves as the convening organization to bring together non-profit and community partners as well as civic and government stakeholders from throughout the Greater Houston area to coordinate recovery efforts, both assessing the needs and providing support where it is needed most.

In addition, United Way operates 2-1-1 Texas / United Way HELPLINE which is the community’s key information source before, during and after a storm.  United Way’s 2-1-1 is the one call for those impacted who don’t know where to call, providing the most updated information on shelters, basic needs assistance and,once the flood waters subside, long-term recovery support.

“We know that damage from a storm of Harvey’s magnitude can be a major setback for individuals and families, especially the most vulnerable,” said Anna M. Babin, president and CEO of United Way of Greater Houston. “We also know that Houston is a very generous and caring community, so we are urging those who can help to please do so by contributing to the flood relief fund.”

To give to the United Way Flood Relief Fund, visit unitedwayhouston.org/flood or text UWFLOOD to 41444.

Beatitudes Study Workshop III- Matthew 5:5

Blessed are the meek;
For they shall inherit the earth.
-Matthew 5:5







Thank you to everyone who tunes in on periscope and those who are sharing their pages on social media.
You have brought me so much joy and encouragement! 

Click here for Part I- Matthew 5:5 Beatitude Study

Click here for Part II- Matthew 5:5 Creative Challenge 

Beatitudes Study Workshop II- Matthew 5:4

Blessed are those who mourn;
For they shall be comforted.
-Matthew 5:4

 






Thank you to everyone who tunes in on periscope and those who are sharing their pages on social media.
You have brought me so much joy and encouragement! 

Watch the periscope workshop here.




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Beatitudes Study Workshop I- Matthew 5:3

Blessed are the poor in spirit;
For theirs is the kingdom of Heaven.
-Matthew 5:3

 



Our first workshop was amazing!
Thank you to everyone who participated.
You have brought me so much joy and encouragement! 

Watch the periscope workshop here.

Beatitudes Bible Challenge Worksheet

Download your worksheets for the Beatitudes Bible Journaling Challenge!

Silly Bee's Beatitudes Worksheet

June Journal of Faith Challenge- The Beatitudes

Introducing Silly Bee's Chickadees' Journals of Faith!  This month, we're studying The Beatitudes from the Sermon on the Mount as written in the Gospel of Matthew.

We will examine Matthew 5:3-10 in terms of Biblical lexicon.  Specifically, dissecting their Greek roots, how they relate to each other contextually, and create visual representations of the whole in contemporary application.

Whoa.  That's a whole lot of "huh?"  Basically, we're going to break apart the sentence, define the words, stick them back together (with glitter glue), and make pretty pages.  Dig?  Seriously, I'm not a linguistic or Biblical scholar, but I love to swim.  So, we're not going to dive into the deep end, we're just going to dunk ourselves under water with our eyes open.  Bowkay?  Here's the fun part: you select the beatitude and one creative technique and jump in!


All you need to participate is a blank journal/ notebook.  You can use one you have, or you can create one using original artwork by me!  Simply purchase the digital file linked here, print out in color, add blank pages, bind and trim!  If you prefer to purchase the bound journal, there is a listing for that as well.

The nine workshops will be broadcast live on Periscope- @sillybeeschick.  Periscope promises they'll be saved indefinitely, so if you miss one you can replay it and work on your own time.

See you June 6th on Periscope for Introduction to The Beatitudes 101!

#SillyBeesBibleChallenge

#SillyBeesJournalsofFaith

Joy Jar Post-it Printables

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