I have been so focused on creating that I completely forgot about blogging. I tend to do that. My focus shifts and I have tunnel vision. Of course, it’s always hard for me to complete each project. That’s a whole other issue of mine. Many UFOs aka unfinished projects. Amid this creative explosion, I’m trying to devote a bit of time daily to cleaning, organizing and purging unused or unwanted “crafty crap” as Mr. G calls it.
Let start here with yesterdays crafty diversion. It started with me finding a bunch of small styrofoam balls that I’d used to make knitting Christmas ornaments. I thought it might be a good starting point for a yarn ball wreath. I dug out my bin of yarn and gathered my other tote bags and came up with my color scheme. While I had all of it out I made the executive decision to toss 3 UFOs. I just wasn’t interested in finishing them anymore. How freeing!!!
My fabric stash and sewing supply hoard are much further out of control. I love fabric. I have gotten rid of a bit. I gave it to a co-worker whose girls learned to sew this summer. They started a scrunchie making business. They’ve earned enough to buy themselves the trampoline they were begging for. Isn’t that amazing!?! Anyway, Mini-me and I have been following their progress. Mini-me loves scrunchies too. They are not cheap to buy. Once she found some pink velvet in my stash, I knew I’d been making some scrunchies too.
We picked out some fun fabrics…now her hair accessory bin is overflowing! I don’t envy the girls at all. Those scrunchies are kind of a pain in the you-know-what. Digging through my fabric did get some other ideas going. Once J goes back to college in a couple of weeks, I’ll set my sewing machine up in his room again.
Yesterday was HOT and HUMID! We had two rounds of severe storms…thankfully the worst of it missed us. About a 30 min minute drive from here had tennis ball size hail. YIKES! Before the storms came I was going outside to secure anything that might blow away and I saw this in the backyard…
A turkey hen and her chicks…or whatever they are called. She was much bigger than I thought one would be. And very protective. She chased a grey squirrel that happened to jump from the tree…it was pretty comical. Do you see my compost “garden” in the far left middle of the photo? The plants are still thriving. LOL
With the weather so gross I decided to have a refreshing beverage. It’s almost like drinking a mimosa to me. Pretty tasty.
The weekend was really hot as well. I decided to do a bit of work on the computer where it was nice and cool.
I’m creating some printable pages for junk journals. I’m thinking about reopening my Etsy store with digital downloads for some passive income…all to support my crafty habits.
I also got this in the mail last week. I ordered it when they had a 20% off sale. I’m super excited about this project. I have until February to complete and send it back.
So as you can see, I have been busy…just not in the blogging world. I think part of it may be the fact that I have been slack on using my planner. I was definitely more on track when I used it daily. I know I need structure in my life but willy-nilly suits me.
Next week will be a scheduled post if I am disciplined enough to get it done. I have training on Tuesday all day and them Mini-me and I are taking the red-eye to Montana! I’m so excited. I’ll have lots to share about that the following week.
Good morning-you have been busy and very productive-never thought of making those scrunhies-very cool and get coordinate with clothes too.
the wild turkeys are so fun to watch especially watching the little ones grow up.
we had a week of perfect weather now into the 90s again with lots of humidity
Happy T kathy
You have got a lot done this past week. I have been cleaning and purging unwanted and unnecessary crafting stuff, too. Too much is too much. Love the photo of the Turkey. Happy T day, Valerie
I love turkeys but never see them here in the city. Sweet that they’re good at chasing away squirrels lol That sounds like _huge_ hail. I’ve never seen it that big.
I like grapefruit-flavored drinks but have never seen it in beer. Happy T Tuesday :)
It’s so funny that scrunchies are back in. They were popular when I was in highs school and I am sad to see them back. Those fabrics your daughter chose are pretty.
All those balls of yarn are gorgeous. I love the patterns and the colors.
Happy Tea Day,
Kate
I love that you’ve instigated one or two scrunchy ventures, Halle. Very cool that your co-workers’ girls raised enough to buy their trampoline. Great lesson is planning and working hard for something you want.
I can’t wait to see what you do for the Sketchbook Project. That’s very exciting!
Happy T-day! Eileen xx
A super post and you have been busy at home. I think many of us have unfinishes craft projects, it comes with being A CRAFTER or should I say hoarder of useful things.
The scrunchies looked lovely and good for the folk to be able to buy the equipment they wanted.
Happy T day wishes.
Yvonne xx
Before I forget, have a super trip to Montana. And turkeys are big, aren’t they? We get the a lot as they have gotten practically out of control here in NH. And nice to see all the art. I need to get back into more art myself. Hope it was a happy T day and you didn’t get any of the big storms I heard about on the news.
Sorry I’m late visiting. I voted in a primary today, then went for a sandwich and ran into some good friends. Before I knew it, it was 6:30 pm and I couldn’t believe how much time I had spent away from my T Tuesday hosting duties.
talk about BUSY. You have been very busy. Looks like that yarn will inspire in more than one project. Lovely neutral.
I had to laugh at the scrunchies. My hair has never been long enough for a ponytail. So glad you gave that fabric to those girls and they were able to get their trampoline. Just goes to show hard work pays off. Looks like Mini-me should learn to sew, too. Then she could make her OWN scrunchies.
Cindy does the sketchbook project every year, too. She said the quality of the paper had declined since she first started participating.
Wow, you and Mini-me on a trip. You bet I want to see LOTS of photos, please.
Not sure about your drink this week, but if YOU like it, I say great! Thanks for sharing your UFOs, your projects, your beer, and your upcoming trip with us for T this Tuesday, dear friend.
Wow, you were very productive making those scrunchies for Mini-Me. And it does feel freeing to throw out stuff, even though I have a hard time doing it. I’m glad you didn’t get the tennis ball size hail. That must’ve put dents in cars. Ugh. I think here in the Northeast US, the worst of the hot Summer weather has come to an end, and now we’re in the slow decline into cooler temperatures as we coast toward Fall. Nice photo of the mother Turkey and her chicks. One time a whole large group of turkeys showed up in my yard. I don’t know where they came from, or where they went, but I managed to get a few photos of them. Your printable page looks beautiful. That sketchbook project looks like it will be fun to do. Happy T-Day!
Gosh you have been very productive. The scrunchies look great. I think they are a must for long haired girls.
Good luck with your sketchbook project. I have a sketchbook but I don’t use it every day (I should, as that is how you learn to draw).
It was great to see the turkey mum and her chicks. Are they wild?
Have fun on your trip. Remember to take lots of photos!
Happy belated T-Day,
Hugs,
Lisca
Wow, you have been busy! I’m loving all those hair scrunchies ?. What fun creating junk journals, you have some great materials and I can’t wait to see thrm! Happy T Day wishes! Hugs, Jo x
You have been busy. I’m impressed by your neighbor girlies industry. Good for them! I can’t sew to save my soul. My Eldest loved all those hair bedoodles and I called them. Young turkeys are called poults. So if you are ever on Jeopardy and that’s the answer, I get 10% of your winnings. ? I heard about the tennis ball hail. I can’t even imagine! Your drink sounds very refreshing. Stay cool and Happy T Day! ?
Very freeing to dispose of UFOs -and you definitely moved on with those Scrunchies, as well as using up some more stash!! They look great! The sketch book challenge loos interesting! Enjoy your trip! Belated Happy T Day – I had friends around yesterday to try and finish the book we started in a workshop! Hugs, Chrisx
OOhh those scrunchies are awesome Halle !! Love the beautiful fabric and colours. Lovely mom turkey and her chicks. Happy belated T-day !! (sorry I´m late visiting you)
Beautiful pages for your junk journal.
i wish you a very nice Thursday, and send big hugs, Caty
You are so creative and productive Halle! Great!The scrunchies are fantastic!
And this beer must taste heavenly!!!!
Happy very belated T-Day from me!
Sorry, so busy right now.
Happy weekend! Susi xxx