Hello to all who've stopped by today!
I am hoping Spring is in the air for you? We are warming to the low 50's (deg f) during the day here in the N/W area of the USA; I'm happy to report! : )
True, we may have another few bouts with snow, but you can bet we are looking forward to longer days, warmer weather, flowers! and that - - smell of Spring!
I was telling someone not too long ago about my early childhood in Michigan. When Easter and Springtime were near. As the sun warmed the ground and melted all that winter snow, there was the smell of wet earth that permeated the yards. You could smell it as soon as you walked out the door~
The first signs of Spring for me!
FRENCH VINTAGE STYLE JOURNAL created Feb 2014
Well, I must confess I was hoping Spring would bring with it a renewed creativity and energy~
I've been longing for that 'creative eye' - rummaging thru my lace and fabrics, papers and trinkets- searching for the perfect compliments for my latest creation~
But it seems I just haven't 'got it goin' right now : / and I've had to make some decisions- to keep myself from sitting at the scrap table every night; just staring at my stuff! Facing the fact that it's just not happening right now is my first step; and believe me I've been giving it a real effort~
Yes I have created a few things over the last several months, but the love and drive, joy and passion for it seems to have evaporated right now; if I can be honest with you friends~ Yes, it breaks my heart a little. OK, a lot.
But my attitude is key in times like these. There may be many reasons why my creativity can "ebb and flow" as it does.
Sooo, I am not going to sit here every evening waiting for my date to Not show! ; ) LOL
I'm going to take a break from the table. Get some walking in, more time with family, and start spending more time out-and-about; at least for awhile~ But my heart just isn't ready to say GoodBye to Blogland all together.
I love you all so much! and want to continue visiting when I can.
You are an inspiration to me! even though my 'mojo' tank is on "E" <3
I would also like to keep posting for a while, so I am bringing out some things I created many years ago~ I hope no one minds. I still want to - share~
I created this journal in 2014. (before most of my grief had begun- long story)
On the cover, I used mostly scraps of papers, (some from Maja Designs http://majadesign.nu/products/ including the image.) I stenciled a canvas heart, there's twine, and a few bits of metal. My flowers hand-made. There's also several strips of washi tape and bits of corrugated board.
The base front and back cover were from 7 Gypsies. https://shop.canvascorpbrands.com/products/book-cover-roma-large
I hope you enjoy it <3
Wishing you a great week-end ahead! Lots & lots of blessings & loving hugs to you- till we meet again. ~ Karen <3
I am hoping Spring is in the air for you? We are warming to the low 50's (deg f) during the day here in the N/W area of the USA; I'm happy to report! : )
True, we may have another few bouts with snow, but you can bet we are looking forward to longer days, warmer weather, flowers! and that - - smell of Spring!
I was telling someone not too long ago about my early childhood in Michigan. When Easter and Springtime were near. As the sun warmed the ground and melted all that winter snow, there was the smell of wet earth that permeated the yards. You could smell it as soon as you walked out the door~
The first signs of Spring for me!
Well, I must confess I was hoping Spring would bring with it a renewed creativity and energy~
I've been longing for that 'creative eye' - rummaging thru my lace and fabrics, papers and trinkets- searching for the perfect compliments for my latest creation~
But it seems I just haven't 'got it goin' right now : / and I've had to make some decisions- to keep myself from sitting at the scrap table every night; just staring at my stuff! Facing the fact that it's just not happening right now is my first step; and believe me I've been giving it a real effort~
Yes I have created a few things over the last several months, but the love and drive, joy and passion for it seems to have evaporated right now; if I can be honest with you friends~ Yes, it breaks my heart a little. OK, a lot.
But my attitude is key in times like these. There may be many reasons why my creativity can "ebb and flow" as it does.
Sooo, I am not going to sit here every evening waiting for my date to Not show! ; ) LOL
I'm going to take a break from the table. Get some walking in, more time with family, and start spending more time out-and-about; at least for awhile~ But my heart just isn't ready to say GoodBye to Blogland all together.
I love you all so much! and want to continue visiting when I can.
You are an inspiration to me! even though my 'mojo' tank is on "E" <3
I would also like to keep posting for a while, so I am bringing out some things I created many years ago~ I hope no one minds. I still want to - share~
I created this journal in 2014. (before most of my grief had begun- long story)
On the cover, I used mostly scraps of papers, (some from Maja Designs http://majadesign.nu/products/ including the image.) I stenciled a canvas heart, there's twine, and a few bits of metal. My flowers hand-made. There's also several strips of washi tape and bits of corrugated board.
The base front and back cover were from 7 Gypsies. https://shop.canvascorpbrands.com/products/book-cover-roma-large
I hope you enjoy it <3
Wishing you a great week-end ahead! Lots & lots of blessings & loving hugs to you- till we meet again. ~ Karen <3
