Recently one of my work pals retired and we decided to throw a party at work to celebrate her. It would be a lunchtime carry-in so the food was all brought in my coworkers which is awesome because I work with some fabulous cooks! I was asked if I would do the decorations and since it is post-Christmas and pre Spring I am always looking for something to craft to keep me out of trouble so of course I jumped at the chance. I was told her favorite color was purple and with this information I was unleashed to do my crazy crafting thing.

I started at the Dollar Tree, because this store brings me the best ratio of flashes of crafty brilliance for my buck…literally. So as I walked up and down the aisle I kept my eyes peeled for inspiration and I found it in the form of…