grandson s first stepping stone!!

15 years ago

I have a pathway of old stepping stones leading to a small fountain the kids get a kick out of.I decided each grandchild should decorate a stone. A plate or tile with an animal and other metal,glass etc pieces we have accumulated will be the theme.So starting with the oldest we began this endeavor. I have never done it myself and here I was teaching it but with directions and lessons from garden web-ers we did it. {{gwi:156824}}

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susiesunshine
15 years ago
WOW ! ! ! That is SOOOOOOOOOOOO C O O L ! ! !
and I just love the fact that ya'll did that together...
I think the rooster is just so neat... and love the
colors together... and the horseshoe !!!!
It's grrrrrrreat to hear you Goldenpond !!!!
Thanks for sharing the pics !!! Your grandson is
just adorable ! ! !
God Bless !!!
Susiesunshine
luna_llena_feliz
15 years ago
Tell him he did an awesome job on the stepping stone! I know from experience how difficult it can be to put a plate back together after smashing it. He did an excellent job of it. Great colors too!
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deedlesmom
15 years ago
That's so nice I wouldn't want to put it on the ground as a stepping stone anymore though. LOL
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Purplemoon
15 years ago
He did a SUPER job!! Tell him Congratulations. I love the rooster. I'd put it in the garden, but sure not let anyone STEP on it. LOL.

hugs, Karen
Bright199
15 years ago
I love it! It's soo colorful and has so many little do da's!! Great Job!!!
concretenprimroses
15 years ago
Such a cool thing to do with the grand kids! Makes me wish I had some. And what a cutie he is.
Kathy
goldenpond
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15 years ago
Thank you all so much I will be sure he sees the compliments.
I asked him which was more fun,breaking the glass or putting it back together and he said breaking the glass,big surprise!
I have three more grandsons5,3,6 months and one more grandchild on the way(not sure of the sex)We have so much fun with the boys so we will gladly add many more.
Looks like I will keep busy making stepping stones but may have to wait awhile for some to get old enough to hold the tile nippers!
kudzukween
15 years ago
He looks so proud, and he should be :) What a great job he did! It's so much fun to make things with the kids:)
cindee11461
15 years ago
That is totally awesome!!! Your grandson did a fantastic job!!!!
laurastheme
15 years ago
This is beautiful! Send him to my house. We're getting ready to landscape a whole new yard and we need stepping stones.
jeannespines
15 years ago
WOW! Your grandson did a great job with your tutoring! Love the rooster and colors! What a wonderful project! Jeanne S.
texasfern
15 years ago
Wonderful!
Be sure to seal it well!
luvstocraft
15 years ago
That turned out just darling! Love the rooster and all the pretty colors on it--but mostly I love that look of pride on your GS's face. Great job! Luvs
emtnest
15 years ago
That is so sweet... another idea with grandkids, is to make stones with their foot and handprints. I painted the prints so they stood out...and put dates as well...
becky_ia
15 years ago
I think this is such a wonderful way to make memories! Everytime those kids go to your pathway, they will be reminded of their project and the grandmother who was filled with such love that she took the time and energy to teach them this! Way to go!

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kirkus
15 years ago
Just fantastic!!!!!!!!!! Your grandson did a great job! Can you tell us your tricks and helpful hints? I've made simple stepping stones with the kids but yours are way to cool! Did you use cement? I would love to do this with my 7 year old daughter. Your photos made my day! Bear Hugs! Kirk
jlily
15 years ago
What a beautiful memory you have made with your grandson!! The stepping stone is great, too!! He is adorable as well. THANK YOU for sharing.
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