Today we had a 3-generation assembly line making center pieces for my GS's Jr ROTC military ball. He called these "Toy Soldiers" - and a few have his own take on what they should look like. But we made these from clay pots. This took several hours for everything to be done, but we were doing other projects for the ball too. Grandpa even got involved - he did most of the painting and putting together prior to our jobs today. 6 of us were working on these - and there is a total of 16 tables done so far. We did not take pictures of the wreaths that the "Soldier" is going to set in, but only 2 tables have them sitting in chargers - these had to be different - one for staff, and one for head table. We learned today that we need to do the POW table, and there are special items that must go on it. We have until December 11th. This is about 1/2 of them.

This is quite a decorating job and this is only half. They look great and having everyone help is an added bonus. I love doing projects with my children and now with my granddaughters.

Those are really nice! What a job though!

Great job. My neighbor keeps two of these by her door year round. They are lovely.

These are very special! Fantastic work!!

Great job. I know this is a lot of work especially when you are hand painting them. I've done several, but not the toy soldiers. I know they will all enjoy them. So cute!

You sound as if you are very busy and have most of the family working as a production line. Good Luck for 11 Dec

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by asterixsew 23 Nov 2010

The toy soldiers look great, if you had not put what they were I would not have known they were flower pots

They should be very nice and appreciated.

They look great! What i awesome idea for clay pots.
Hugs Lee

these are just wonderful.... great jobs from all

Those look awesome. I hope they really enjoy them.

Fantastic!!! You and your family did a great job. ******

Look real good, thanks for sharing.

These look great. By the time the military ball is over you will be worn out with all that you are involved with.

They look lovely. Well done and *4u Hugs Yvonne

I just love them, great job you and friends r doing!

Just beautiful

Wow you been one busy lady but Florida weather you can do this !!here we got 2 inches snow & 18 degrees F. carolyn

These are adorable - isn't it great the family go involved - that is a wonderful gift in itself to have that sort of support. GREAT JOB to all.

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by dlonnahawkins 21 Nov 2010

Oh yes - but boy can they wear you out - and those boys think that they have to eat too. Well. Gma, as they call me did not cook today. Thank goodness for pick up. LOL

by shirlener88 23 Nov 2010

Gma I am happy to hear your got pick up, too!

They are just beautiful and you all are doing a great job. Thanks for sharing them with us. **4U

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by dlonnahawkins 21 Nov 2010

Thank you