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Expert: - 4/1/2011


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QUESTION: Hi,

I am trying to find a kit or idea on how to make offering plates with children in church school. Can't find anything and I am pretty creative! Can you help?

Thank you

ANSWER: Hi Cindy:
Could you, perhaps, be a little more detailed in what you wish to accomplish? If you could let me know what you have in mind for the finished product--material, size, useage--I would be able to help you. If you are unsure as to all those things, just let me know what you plan to use the "plates" for, & I will most likely be able to suggest something.
I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Dodie

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QUESTION: Sure....and thanks. No help received yet.

The children are learning about stewardship and the plates will be used for their own offering in their services. They will be used to collect tithes and prayer requests..just as the adults do in their services.

We are hoping to make these plates with families on a family  night.

Any help appreciated. Thanks

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Hi Cindy:
Thank you for emailing me with the information I requested!
I'm thinking that you could purchase some colourful paper plates. You can by them at the Dollorama or other type of "Dollar Store". I believe they come in packages of 8 for $1.00 or $1.50.  Also, you could purchase some stickers from any Christian Store to use so the children could individualize them with their favourite Bible scene or Figure; or the children could draw a picture on their plate--you would most likely want plain white plates if they opt for this choice--that has something to do with a Bible story about tything, such as a picture of an Elderly Woman in front of The Temple giving "...all she had." Also, remember to explain that the word "Tythe" actually means "tenth", hence, the use of the word & requiring a member of your Church, & others, to give one tenth of their Household Earnings as their personal "Tythe":)
God Bless...Dodie

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Dodie Casey

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I am able to answer questions regarding: ceramics, beeswax candles, cleaning things from other things, working with wood/pinecones/etc. in the making of centre pieces & wall hangings. I also have a Christmas Village that is approximately 60 square feet in area & takes, at this time, 3 days to assemble for the Christmas Season, but only one day to take down. I also am a great baker & cake/cookie/cupcake decorator (I made my own wedding cake, my sister's for her 25th wedding anniversary, & for two of my friends weddings) & chocolate user for fancy stuff. I have done some small quilting projects & am starting something known as a "Farm Quilt". It requires taking pictures of people, animals & farm buildings on the farm you are using for a model. These pics are then transfered onto the quilt & "quilted" into it. Great fun! Great Family Heirlooms! I know a little about bisque, but more about ceramics. I also do sewing pictures. No, I do not do needle point. The pics are drawn & then various stitches are used to create a three-dimentional appearance.

Experience

I have made many presents for others--Christmas, Birthdays, etc. Also, I sold crafts for several years. I have also worked with 4-h-ers for several years as a craft leader, goat leader, woodsman coach, & photography. Now, a friend & I have a business (more hers than mine:) making several varieties of pure beeswax candles. Not the cheepy ones you buy in the dollar store. We go through several hundred pounds of high-grade beeswax every year. It is more a natural, life-styles choice than just candles for burning. They are all natural in style although they take on various shapes as we learn more about versatility.

Organizations
I am still a 4-H leader in crafts & gardening. "The Garden Bee" is the name of my friend's company. You can view it at www.thegardenbee.com on her website, should you so desire. Also, I have recently retired after 16 years of directing our Church Choir.

Education/Credentials
I have a BSc in Psychology/Computer Sciences. As well, I have taken a couple of courses in ceramics & basic painting which have come in very handy over the years when doing various things with students & friends.

Awards and Honors
Absolutely none, unless you count the numberous children & adults who have shown their gratitude for the teaching/coaching/helping/providing that I have done over the years.

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