
Lately I've been in a creative funk. I really don't know what's been holding me back, but I've been dragging my feet. There are some insecurity issues and fear of failure I'm sure, but some of it is just pure laziness. I'm kind of embarrassed to even admit that.
We were at a friend's house the other night and he said to me...Do you hear yourself?? You said I wish I would do this or I wish I could be like that. Why don't you just do it?? Well that kind of got me thinking well... why don't I just do it? So the next day I vowed to get some stuff done and finally got all my necklaces photographed and entered into my Etsy store. HUGE accomplishment.

Then I had my friend Kristine over the next day and we sat down and created. Just did it. Didn't really have a plan...just had a quote and then it kind of unfolded from there. And I love the outcome. I'm thinking of doing a whole series of things just like this...smaller canvas size and maybe some jewelry too. It just feels like me!

I think I said to her, "this is so much fun" a dozen times. I normally do my thing alone in the basement and I get lonely. It becomes more like work than fun. Then I dread it. Having a friend there while I painted made it a joy. I need to remember that.

Kristine's got the crafty bug too. She hadn't made anything in ages, so for her to come over and use my Cricut machine and supplies made her day:) Didn't she do an awesome job??

This quote is by Sam Sandquist. And it is exactly what I need to see on a daily basis. I am responsible for this quest of happiness. It has to be a decision and I choose SUNSHINE:)

Okay so I briefly mentioned my store, but if you haven't looked at it yet... go check it out. I can make your necklace say whatever you want. I'm cool like that;)
Have a blessed day.







Oh my! I love your necklaces - You are my sunshine makes me smile. My grandma Sally would always sing that to me over the phone ever since I was just little just kind of like her little trademark so I would know it was her then when we were together that would be the first thing she would do and I would know who it was. Very special. I think that is an awesome idea to do a series like that! I love that picture too! You are so talented! I'm always amazed by your work. Keep on keepin' on girly!
ReplyDeleteLOVE your necklaces!!! Those are so awesome. I'm thinking those could even be turned into a key chain with a metal ring? I think I need one that says Flower Mama, but I'll contact you about that through Etsy. ;)
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ReplyDeleteyou are amazing and talented! don't ever stop doing whatchya do girl! I LOVE the sign you made, are you planning to make more to sell? I would love to get one for my daughter!
ReplyDeletei am feeling the same way...today i was going to sew and a great rainy day for it...just didn't feel like it! i am not sure what the deal is...part of me does know what my issue is, but that is a whole another story.
ReplyDeleteand I LOVE your space...I am going to check out the pictures on your blog right now, because I am always looking for new things to do to this house!
and this MN rain has to GO AWAY, when will it be nice again!?
EEEeeekkkk!!! I've been waiting for these! I'm off to check them out right now. I just added stuff to my store too, I'm trying to raise funds for my brother's internship to Mozambique!
ReplyDeleteWhat fun! I love that quote. And your smile is as genuine as ever. It's easy to see that you basked in the sunshine you created!
ReplyDeleteit looks even better here than on my phone! I'm so proud of you. I'm so glad you finally got your necklaces up and running! You have a very wise friend. shoot! I wanted to be the only one. hee hee.
ReplyDeleteLove your craft room! Way to go on getting the necklaces done, girl! Can't wait to check 'em out!
ReplyDeleteBTW, saw this, thought of you since you're in MN...not sure if it's near you, but may be worth checking out. http://margaretmcsweeney.blogspot.com/2010/05/protect-your-kids.html
-Erin
I'm IN LOVE!!! That print is darling and I love it! You are amazing girl.
ReplyDeleteI LOOOOVVVEEE both of those paintings!! You are SO talented Chika!
ReplyDeleteI love what you have created...but then I love chickens and wonderful quotes like this! You go girl...that trip you just took I am sure has filled you with much inspiration too. Come say hi :D
ReplyDeleteI think the quote is so great. That's what I did today with all the rain! I created my own sunshine with my Hawaiian tree. I love your necklaces, great job!
ReplyDeleteYou go girl!!!! Your necklaces and your picture
ReplyDeleteare all darling! I fill ya on the creative funk thing. I too get like. Your on the right track keep it going :]
Elizabeth
oops! I too get like that!
ReplyDeleteyou sure do look Happy!
ReplyDeletei love the sign. it is so inspiring...as is your work space. its all sunshiny just like you!
~Tara
Becky... what a sweet place to see your creativity come to fruition!!! Woohoo! I'll have to check out your pretty necklaces latah...it is gorgeous outside and I have to get back to work!
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Julie M.
ps I finally got a cricut this week! Yeah!!!! Costco had a super deal!!!
I really like the quote you used and your sign is amazing! Wonderful, beautiful job.
ReplyDeleteYour necklace is adorable too! You are such a talented lady!
yes, you are cool like that!!! : ) i love your creativeness... i have like 1/100th of the creativity you have... but thankfully i can get some of the goodness through your etsy store!!! i'm super excited for you! i also adore your work space - it's absolutely adorable!
ReplyDeletelove your studio. what I wouldn't give to have my own space! My sewing room is the dining room. I will be placing a custom order for some necklaces soon!
ReplyDeleteGosh, Becky, I LOVE both the signs and the necklaces! They rock! I also really really like the friend's advice to turn "I WISH" into "I Do!" Kind of like my deciding that this year I would start writing again, instead of WISHING that I had time to write. I get up at 5AM and it isn't even a chore, I love it that much ~ and the time just FLIES. Imagine you felt that today while the two of you were creating, and that is just a MAGICAL and wonderful state to be in. I am going to Etsy right now to add you to my favorites and don't be surprised if I come a knocking for a custom necklace, soon : ) Bravo, my friend!! xx P&H
ReplyDeleteLove that quote....Enjoyed my stop at your blog...always do.
ReplyDeleteHope you will visit me....Just posted on MAKING a DIFFERENCE!
THATS GREAT BECKY!!!! I am going to check out your new listings right as soon as I'm done with this! Looks like you had fun too!!! I definitely have some things to do too! Like getting my Paris themed room done over this Summer!
ReplyDeleteLOVE this!!!! and, that quote is something that will stick with me - i love it!!
ReplyDeleteAND..........YOUR NEW NECKLACES ARE FABULOUS!!!!
ReplyDeleteVery nice! Love the signs : )
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I love that quote Becky and it is so true!! Your necklaces are sweet ~ I am heading over to your shop now to check them out. Have a wonderful week-end your creative girl you!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! So glad you did it....and your work space looks perfect for you:)
ReplyDeleteThanks Becky.. I am feeling really low this past week and your quote is excatly what I need. I think I will try to get craft again this weekend and make my own so I can feel some sunshine again.
ReplyDeleteI love, love, love your art studio. The yellow is bursting with fresh sunshine and the Painting on the wall of you, is Awesome!
ReplyDeleteYou Rock, Love the sign you made!!!
Ever come upon something and get that exhale kind of feeling...like, "whew, thank goodness this exists because it makes me feel so good"?
ReplyDeleteThat's the feeling I got when I discovered your blog today. :-)
Amen sister, somedays you have to creat your own happiness too! wink wink! I just love you, and I know if you lived by me I would be over every day to create something most likely with a three year old tied to my waist but nontheless you wouldn't be bored! :) muwahhh, love you and happy weekend!
ReplyDeleteLove that quote and the sign is so perfect and cheery. This should be fun- you should have friends over more often. She did a great job too. Boy, I wish I lived closer!
ReplyDeleteJust loving all the "sunshine" you created!! And having a friend to keep you company makes any day better:)
ReplyDeleteLovely post. I understand what you me when you describe the difference between being creative alone or with a good friend. Wish you a great weekend, hugs Yvonne
ReplyDeleteEverything you've done looks beautiful :)
ReplyDeleteHi Becky. First of all, do NOT worry about being in a funk, it's just your soul's way of resting up for the next big adventure!
ReplyDeleteSecondly, I loooove your necklaces! I just started making some, too; I've been using the smaller glass tiles, as well as Scrabble tiles. I hope to sell them locally. Aren't they FUN?!
Thirdly, I have an award for you over at my Hot Flashes From Hell blog! ♥
Stop on by. :)
LOL I'm dying... just read that comment.
ReplyDeleteI just love ya!! (I take it to be intended for me, so I'm replying to it.)
:)
Your studio is so bright and cheerful. I love the wall art that you made using that wonderful quote! I love the way that you have it displayed and yes, you should make some more of them in different sizes. I love your necklaces Becky. My favorite one is the the one that you painted with the word simplicity. The flowers are beuatiful and I love the pink!If you ever make one with the word Hope please let me know.
ReplyDeleteI also loved seeing what your girlfriend made. I love the saying and try to live by it.
Mary
Hi Becky!
ReplyDeleteI adore this whole post, start to finish!
I love how you overcame your fears and insecurities and in the end, chose sunshine. I need to do this more often, too.
You are a joy! :-)
Anne
I would love to know how you make your necklaces! I wish I was as creative as you girls... =)
ReplyDeleteLove your creativeness! Your great lady. I was just wondering if there was anyway you could make a sunshine/daisy print with a cute quote or something on it. I really want to design my kitchen with both flowers. :D
ReplyDeleteYour work is just BEAUTIFUL!!!
ReplyDeleteYou're amazing!!
Hello from Iowa! So glad I found your blog this morning! Love it!!! Is that your home on the banner? Beautiful! I grew up on a farm, and often miss it. Thanks for sharing! I'll be back again!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much! you have brought a little bit of sunshine in to my life! Check out what i made totally inspired by what i saw on your site
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful day!
Oh i love love that sunshine picture, are you going to be selling those too? maybe with a different animal that a hen ...... :)
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