Since starting this etsy experience I've discovered that it is not a 'part time' hobby. I make an effort every day to find new ways to promote my shop, my head is full of project designs and business ideas. I work a full time 8-4 job and sometimes I find it hard to balance all the to-do's that come along. Craft projects start to pile up around me, I go from one project to another without finishing the first. I swear it feels like this sometimes...
Sometimes you just have to hit the reset button and go back to the basics. Here are a few ways I unclutter my space and my mind.
* Reset work area, throw away scraps that are too small to use, put away tools and accessories, organize all unfinished projects into file folders.
* Take a night off from 'the grind' everyone needs a break now and then, don't be afraid to take it
* Get a journal and write down all new ideas that you have when you have them, sketch, describe, remember. Getting the idea out of your head and on to paper will clear the clutter from your mind and help you later when looking for insperation.
How do you hit your reset button?
Some days I wake up in the morning feeling overwhelmed and down. Nothing seems to go right, I drop everything, wake up late, can't find anything to wear.... Then I read the news and realize how very lucky I really am. My bad hair day seems small in comparison to natural disasters, terrorist threats, school shootings, domestic violence and a multitude of other horrific acts and events that happen every single day. So today I say MY LIFE IS GOOD and I am lucky to have the life that I do. I'd like to share some things that I am thankful for...
* I am thankful that I have a family, boyfriend and dog that loves me unconditionally.
* I am thankful that I have a job, a roof over my head and a hobbie that I adore.
* I am thankful that I spent a lot of quality time with my father before he passed through this world far too soon.
* I am thankful that I have not been personally touched by the cruel events that happen in the world around me.
I'd like to hear from others today about some of the things they are thankful for, lets all celebrate life rather than read about its dilemas.
I had a very productive weekend, had a craft get together at my moms and made bunches of great Valentines Day Cards. My mom and her friend made beautiful Fashion Pin Gift Sets out of poly clay. What a perfect one stop shopping deal!
In all I listed 10 items yesterday and still have more to photograph. I love having enough inventory and choices for people to look at when they visit our shop.
Did anyone else have a productive or inspirational craft making adventure this weekend?
So the east coast is being buried in snow... again. I'm used to it here south of Buffalo but it's still a pain. Here is a small distraction and a picture to warm you as you think of the sunny days of summer!
Well I guess this is Post #1! It's rather exciting isn't it? I can't wait to share some of my inspirational moments and help some great artists by spreading their word. Here's to the beginning!
Please feel free to comment at any time, we will all learn as we go and I love feedback!