Sue, from In the Loft, introduced herself here last November, telling a bit about herself and the story of how her shop came to be. She creates gorgeous hand painted figures, perfect for your home or Atrium. Today, she is here to share her newest creation with all of you!
In Sue’s words:
I love this season. Snow and cold abound…but spring is on it’s way.
Lent is fast approaching and I am happy to be in the loft working on items that will help families celebrate the church year.
The Lenten Table Runner is a favorite. My family had used a paper Lenten path to mark the days of Lent since the kids were little. I created a beautiful canvas runner that we could use every year. Now, I am pleased to offer this item to others.
Here is a lovely way to mark the days of your Lenten walk and teach your children about the beauty of this season. This double-sided runner is durable and beautiful, sure to be used year after year.
+As you celebrate Fat Tuesday(Mardi Gras), place runner with the “Alleluia, Alleluia” side showing. As you end your celebration, turn over the runner to hide the Alleluia, showing your children that the Alleluia is hidden (not sung) during Lent, revealing the image of the stone path leading through the Lenten desert to the Tomb of the Resurrection.
+A grapevine wreath with thorns (toothpicks provided) is set in the center of the runner. You may wish to have your child/children remove a thorn each time a sacrifice, prayer or act of charity is offered.
+Each day during lent you will move the small wooden cross or mini wreath (your choice) one stone forward on the path to mark your progress toward Easter.
+ On Holy Saturday, remove any remaining thorns from “crown” and decorate with ivy and colorful, spring flowers, symbolic of the Resurrection and new life.
+At the Easter celebration, the table runner is once again turned to the Alleluia side to grace the table with a beautiful and festive reminder of the Easter season. Place your decorated wreath in the center space provided.
My saint figures are perfect for tucking into Easter Baskets. New to the shop are Saint Patrick (I have one ready to ship! feast day is March 17) and Saint Joseph(feast days March 19 and May 1).
Also available, are In-Hand Saint Figures. Each figure now comes with a peg to hold the symbol in place during play. The newest addition to this series is Saint Joseph Holding The Child Jesus.
I am happy to create custom figures, and can work from photos if you wish. Please contact me through my Etsy shop if you would like to explore this option.
Thinking ahead to Christmas, I also thought I might share this set of Nativity wood blocks, perfect for small hands.
I am excited to offer one Small Things reader a Lenten Table Runner (This giveaway is open to U.S. readers only as shipping costs would be prohibitive.) Included are: Table Runner (approx. 12″ x 45″), 8″ grapevine wreath, wood cross, mini wreath, and 1 pkg toothpicks, muslin bag for small items and large muslin storage bag for all items.
***In addition, I would like to give a 10% discount for on all orders placed from February 7 to 14. Use code ginnylent10 at checkout to receive the discount.
For your chance to win, simply leave a comment on this post. Comments are closed and the winner is Sara, who commented, “What a great idea! My kids would love this!”
Jackie says
Love your work! Never saw it before but am sure I will be visiting your website for gifts for my growing number of grandchildren.
Audrey says
What a great way to journey through lent!
katy says
So beautiful, thank you for the opportunity!!
tricia says
This is a wonderful (& beautiful!) reminder of the Hope that is Easter as we continue to shovel the snows of winter… Thank you for this opportunity!
Kirsten Butler says
How absolutely beautiful! What a great way to walk through lent. And the Saint dolls!! Thank you for the opportunity!
Elisabeth says
This is wonderful! It is the best way I have seen to engage younger children in the Lenten season. I love this!!
Kelli Wilson says
I had just been looking at this table runner on Sue’s Etsy site! I love her work, and we actually live just a few towns away from each other. Great giveaway!
Marianne says
Sue,
God certainly has blessed you with amazing talents! Thanks for sharing them with us! Your letter table runner is a beautiful way to walk the Journey visually with Jesus.
Betsey says
This is so gorgeous! I have been looking for a way to get my kiddos more involved in Lent, and this looks like the perfect way to count the days!
Ruth says
Thanks for the chance to win this beautiful thing! If I win, I can’t decide whether to keep it or share it with someone else!
Anne says
What a beautiful idea!
Roxy says
This looks so neat – we would love to try this on our table!!
Olivia says
Beautiful!!
Jen Pinzino says
You creations are so beautiful! I love everything!
Ariana says
Such a beautiful piece!
cheryl says
I too would love this addition to our celebration. Thank you!
Tanya says
What a beautiful art form! St. Patrick is our church’s namesake… I may need to place an order! Thank you for sharing.
LAC says
What a great way to celebrate this lenten season….thanks!
Cathy says
A lovely teaching tool for this special season.
Dawn says
Absolutely beautiful! This would be a wonderful tradition to mark the Lenten season with our two boys. Thank you so much for the opportunity!
noreen says
What a beautiful Lenten ritual!
Andria says
What beautiful materials I would love use these with my children this Lent.
Stacy g says
We are living out of state this lent season. We packed . We would love this guided walk along christ.
Deborah C. Williams says
What a beautiful way to share family worship time during the Lenten season!!!
Danielle Dow says
Beautiful! What a treasure this would be on my
Table:-)
Danielle Dow says
Beautiful! Such a treasure to add with lent traditions!
mary says
What a neat table runner!
Amy says
beautiful, thanks!
Amy says
lovely, thanks!
Heather says
The runner is so beautiful! Thank-you for the opportunity to win!!
Ann R. says
That looks great!
Kristina says
What a wonderful idea! Beautiful work 🙂
Liza Regan says
Hi Sue,
Love that runner! Perfect for our homeschooling and help focus on Lent! Beautiful idea. Love the work you are doing. Much success.
Laura F. says
Thanks for the chance to win the Lenten Runner!
michele says
Would love to win such a beautiful piece! Thanks for the chance.
Bernadette says
I love this idea!
Wendy says
Beautiful addition to the season of Lent! Thanks for sharing!
Cathy says
Just lovely. I’d be so happy to add this to our Lenten journey. Thanks for the chance.
Meadow says
Everything is so incredibly beautiful!
Robin says
lovely. thank you
Maria says
These are all great! Thanks for the chance to win!
Bethany Hudson says
gorgeous! I love the table runner. This is exactly the sort of devotional I’ve been seeking for our family!
Liz says
How creative, love it and my kids would too! Thanks for the opportunity!
Karen says
Sue’s work is fabulous………..her attention to detail is amazing. What a great way to journey through Lent with this beautiful table runner!
Libby Carswell says
Charming. A wonderful way to explain and experience Lent and Easter with family at the table.
Angela Van Heest says
Interesting…thanks for offering!
becca says
I would love this set
Emily says
This is really neat–thanks for the chance!
Linda Caldwell says
What a beautiful visual for children of all ages to learn and understand the meaning of Lent.Children learn and remember when they can see and be actively involved.It would be a blessing to use this with my family.
Danna says
Oh I would love to add this to our celebration this year! Beautiful!!!