Category Archives: souvenirs

Exciting News x 2

Posted on October 9, 2014 by Cindy A. Johnson

Fall is really here!!! So excited to see this beautiful maple tree (albeit in a parking lot) as I travel to and from work each day. The photo doesn’t do it justice but the leaves are all shades – green, … Continue reading →

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Red is Good

Posted on August 26, 2014 by Cindy A. Johnson

This week, as I walked through the employee area where I work, I stopped in shock by a young maple tree by the sidewalk. This is what is saw: I couldn’t believe it! Fall really IS coming and it’s only … Continue reading →

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Beauty of the Bradford Pear Tree

Posted on March 28, 2014 by Cindy A. Johnson

Bradford Pear trees are some of spring’s most beautiful sights. I’ve heard them described as “popcorn” trees since the blooms resemble popped kernels of corn. I love how they line driveways and parking lots in neat rows with perfectly shaped branches and … Continue reading →

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Wordless Wednesday

Posted on February 12, 2014 by Cindy A. Johnson
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Show Your Love on Valentine’s Day

Posted on January 13, 2014 by Cindy A. Johnson

A new year has arrived. I now believe what I was told when I was younger. Time really does fly as you age. I am very busy preserving the leaves I collected in the fall and have begun crafting new … Continue reading →

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Autumn Leaf Wedding Invitations

Posted on November 20, 2013 by Cindy A. Johnson

The wedding invitations for my friends Courtney and Andy are ready! I hope they will be as excited as I am about them! To create these invitations, I sent Courtney the blank cards and she had them printed on the … Continue reading →

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Autumn Leaves are Falling Here in the Smokies

Posted on October 29, 2013 by Cindy A. Johnson

It is PRIME leaf peeping season here in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and surrounding areas! The profusion of color is amazing and breath-taking. Here are just a few glimpses of the beautiful world God has given us this … Continue reading →

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The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is Open for Business

Posted on October 16, 2013 by Cindy A. Johnson

The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is open for business (at least until Sunday, October 19, 2013)! Come one, come all to enjoy our beautiful mountains, waterfalls, hiking trails, visitor centers, picnic areas and campgrounds! We are so grateful to … Continue reading →

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Special Order – Autumn Leaf Giraffe

Posted on October 10, 2013 by Cindy A. Johnson

I just finished a special order for an autumn leaf giraffe as a surprise for a friend’s birthday. It turned out quite well, if I do say so myself. What do you think? This sweet giraffe was made from acid-free cream card … Continue reading →

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Leaf Art with Eastern Redbud Leaves

Posted on August 13, 2013 by Cindy A. Johnson

Many people ask me what kind of leaves I use in my leaf art at Smoky Mountain Leaf Works. The easy answer is “all kinds.” I choose leaves that have beautiful colors and interesting shapes, both large and small. One … Continue reading →

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