“From the end of the earth will I cry unto thee, when my heart is overwhelmed: lead me to the rock that is higher than I. For thou hast been a shelter for me, and a strong tower from the enemy. I will abide in thy tabernacle for ever: I will trust in the covert of thy wings. Selah.”Psalms 61:2-4
“In a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trump: for the trumpet shall sound, and the dead shall be raised incorruptible, and we shall be changed.” 1 Corinthians 15:52
Time for the Sunday Best Features and I am so excited to share the lovely photos we received for sweet customers!! THANK YOU for sending them in. Each lady is styling her Garlands Of Grace headwrap and dressing her best for the Lord. Resurrection Sunday was a blessed day for our family here at Garlands of Grace as we celebrated our Lord and Savior who came to save us from our sins and rose victorious over death! ✨🌸
“For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how that Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures; And that He was buried, and that He rose again the third day according to the scriptures” 1 Corinthians 15:3-4
↑ Gabriel and Sweet Girls + Kensley! Beautiful ✨
↑ Stacey + Lauren with their littles looking lovely!
↑Courtney made our day with a sweet note + photo! Thank you!!
↑Alexis + Kim & little ladies! GORGEOUS ✨
↑ Candice and Daughters looking absolutely radiant! ✨
↑Julia S.!! LOVELY!!!✨
“Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, which according to his abundant mercy hath begotten us again unto a lively hope by the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, To an inheritance incorruptible, and undefiled, and that fadeth not away, reserved in heaven for you, Who are kept by the power of God through faith unto salvation ready to be revealed in the last time.” 1 Peter 1:3-5
“But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye stedfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labour is not in vain in the Lord.” 1 Corinthians 15:57-58
“Jesus said unto her, I am the resurrection, and the life: he that believeth in Me, though he were dead, yet shall he live” John 11:25
Wishing you all a tremendously blessed Resurrection Sunday! May your hearts overflow with joy as you celebrate our Risen Lord and Savior. Thanks be to God, which has given us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ! ♥
“O death, where is thy sting? O grave, where is thy victory? The sting of death is sin; and the strength of sin is the law. But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.” 1 Corinthians 15:55-57
“Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God.” 1 Corinthians 10:31
Resurrection Sunday is just 2 short days away and though it will look very different this year for so many, here at Garlands of Grace we will still be dressing in our Sunday best as we celebrate the Resurrection of our Lord and Savior! We invite you to join us. 💖 Whether you’re meeting in your living room, out doors, in small groups, or your regular congregation to worship, we encourage you to remember the One we are dressing for. We’d love to have you join us, find your favorite outfit + Garlands of Grace Headwrap, and Send in a photo of yourself in your Sunday Best!! We will be featuring your photos as they come in. You can send your photos HERE!✨Much Love, The GarlandsOfGrace.com Sisters!
“For when we were yet without strength, in due time Christ died for the ungodly. For scarcely for a righteous man will one die: yet peradventure for a good man some would even dare to die. But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.” Romans 5:6-8
Sweet Kim is looking absolutely lovely in her Garlands of Grace Spring Tour Headcovering! She’s nearing her due date and almost ready to meet her sweet baby. ✨💗 Kim’s styling the Cecily Navy Victorian Floral!! Thank you for blessing us with these pictures, Kim. Don’t forget to send in your Garlands of Grace photos for a chance to be featured!✨ SEND HERE
“But let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing.” James 1:4
So many sweet customers have requested we offer Feminine Face Masks for sale during this time! After much prayer, we are blessed to have added an entire collection of Specialty Handcrafted Face Masks on our Sister-Site, GloryWraps.com. Offered in Soft stretch, Solids, Organic cottons, and Feminine Florals for women, men, and youth. Each Face Mask is made with love in the USA and shipped with a prayer that they would bless you as you step out with a bit of protection over your face. Find these unique Fashionable Face Masks at GloryWraps.com! ✨♥️
“Behold, God is mine Helper: the Lord is with them that uphold my soul.” Psalm 54:4
“Come unto Me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you, and learn of Me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls.” Matthew 11:28-29
“Return unto your rest, O my soul; for the LORD has dealt bountifully with you.” Psalm 116:7
” I am a busy, homeschooling mother of teenage boys. Cecily’s Essential Stretch Headwrap in Olive has quickly become my go-to favorite for everyday wear. This wrap is so easy to style because of the clasp, it goes with everything, and it is extremely comfortable! ” Customer Mikki
Thank you so much, Mikki! You have truly blessed us with your sweet feedback. 🙏🏼💗 Keep up the fabulous work!! I absolutely love seeing Mikki styling her Stretch Cecily Headwrap so beautifully! ✨😍Her curls couldn’t’ be any more perfect. 🙌🏻 Happy Friday from all us here at Garlands Of Grace!
“And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.” Galatians 6:9
These Sweet Lace Headwraps are shipping off today!! 😍 Cecily’s Shadow Lace Headcoverings in Ivory and Elegant Taupe... Customer favorites. The intricate detail on this lace is simply stunning! ✨ Stay Put Lining added to keep this covering from sliding on your head. Finished with tie closure for a comfortable, custom fit! Timeless and truly one of a kind. Time to grab your Shadows Lace!!
“How excellent is Thy lovingkindness, O God! therefore the children of men put their trust under the shadow of Thy wings.” Psalm 36:7
We are always so blessed to see customers in their Garlands of Grace Headwraps!! 🌸Our sweet customer Jen made our day by sending in a few and is absolutely GORGEOUS in the below photos. She’s styling her Garlands of Grace coverings to perfection! Don’t forget to send in your photos for a chance to be featured. Send your photos here!✨♥️
“And call upon Me in the day of trouble: I will deliver thee, and thou shalt glorify Me.” Psalm 50:15
Have you seen? Katherine’s Classic Camellia Lace Headwrap is offered in 3 stunning colors for Spring!! 💐 Rose, Caramel, and Sage…. This season’s favorite shades! Our Camellia Lace HairWraps has been carefully overlaid with the most delicate vintage style Lace and finished with our signature Button Closure. Gorgeous! 😍 As always, the Katherine’s Camellia Lace is Convertible. Wear in a ultra-Thin Headband style or fully extended for a moderate length wrap! Time to grab yours. SHOP NOW!✨
“Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us, Unto HIM be glory in the church by Christ Jesus throughout all ages, world without end. Amen.” Ephesians 3:20-21
Saturday’s bring with them quiet moments of rest and some fun baking for our house! The kitchen is filled with the rather sweet aroma of chocolate as our s mother whips up a batch of her famous Chocolate Cupcakes topped with a delicious Chocolate Butter Cream Frosting. 😍 Cherries added for an extra special and delicious finishing touch! 🍒I am looking forward to sitting down to one or two of these tonight.😊💗 This recipe has been a family favorite for soooo many years! So, from our family to yours😉, sharing the Garlands of Grace Family Favorite Chocolate Cupcake Recipe. Grab an apron, mix up a batch, and ENJOY!
Cupcake Ingredients:
2 C. White Granulated Sugar
1-3/4 C. All-Purpose White Flour
3/4 C. Cocoa Powder
1-1/2 tsp Baking Powder
1-1/2 tsp Baking Soda
1 tsp Salt
2 Eggs
1 C. Milk
1/2 C. Oil of choice! (We use Coconut oil or melted butter! Coconut oil is my personal favorite for this recipe)
1 TBS Vanilla Extract
1 C. Extra Hot Coffee (can be substituted for Boiling Water)
Frosting Ingredients:
1/2 C. Butter (softened)
2/3 C. Cocoa Powder
3 C. Powdered Sugar
1/3 C. milk
1/2 TBS vanilla extract
Instructions:
DIRECTIONS
1. Heat oven to 350°F. Grease and line a 12 cup cupcake pan with Cupcake liners.
2. Stir together sugar, flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda and salt in large bowl. Add eggs, milk, oil and vanilla; beat on medium speed of mixer 2 minutes. Stir in boiling coffee or water (batter will be thin). Evenly pour batter into prepared muffin cups.
3. Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool COMPLETELY!
While cooling, prepare frosting!
Add softened butter whip in cocoa powder with hand mixer or kitchen aid. Alternately add powdered sugar and milk, beating to spreading consistency.
Add small amount additional milk, if needed. Stir in vanilla.
Frost cupcakes and ENJOY!
NOTE: recipe adapted from Hersheys.com
“How sweet are thy words unto my taste! yea, sweeter than honey to my mouth!” Psalm 119:103