Wednesday, August 31, 2011

Let’s be bad together!

That’s what a co-worker said to me after word spread around the office that someone was giving away cake. I’d previously decided that I’d be good and wouldn’t go get a piece but that line drew me over the top. So, here I sit, eating cake!

But, just so you know, I’m not enjoying it. I mean, what’s a good piece of cake without milk? So, really it’s like I’m practically gagging it down. That must count for something, right?

On a completely unrelated note, I can’t believe summer is winding down! It’s been one heck of a summer, though. I played my little heart out…as evidenced by the lack of blogging I’ve been doing. And while typically things start slowing down for me in the fall, that won’t be the case this time. Festival of Trees activities are starting to heat up. I’ve been shopping ‘til I’m dropping (not really!) over the last week try to gather up all the stuff I need to make crafts and decorations. Now my focus is to surround myself with craft-savvy people and not getting overwhelmed by my inadequacy at making super cute crafts and decorations. Applications are now being accepted! :)

So, I hope all is well with you! I’ll keep you posted on my upcoming adventures and try to fill you in on some of the adventures that took place over the summer!

TTFN!

Tuesday, August 23, 2011

Festival Craft Ideas!!

Hi!

For those of you that are regular readers, this is one blog post you may want to skip.

As you hopefully know, I have the opportunity of serving this year on the Festival of Trees executive board which benefits Primary Children's Medical Center. I have some WONDERFUL friends and family members who have decided to help me on this endeavor and make some awesome crafts to donate. So, this post is just some of the ideas I've seen that could help them out...


Glass tile pendants/magnets




T-shirt Pom Poms


http://www.craftaholicsanonymous.net/2011/01/t-shirt-pom-poms-tutorial.html



Ruffled Bags


http://www.craftaholicsanonymous.net/2011/02/big-announcement-introducing-ruffled.html



Leather Hair Accessories


http://www.makeit-loveit.com/2010/08/faux-leather-ahem-vinyl-hair.html


Satin Flower Headbands

http://www.makeit-loveit.com/2010/08/blog-post.html



Many of these items can be adjusted to more Christmas-y colors/themes which might help them sell better. You can also take the basic item and turn it into other things so start that crafty mind a-turning!!


And, if you have any other ideas that might help us out please feel free to post links below in the comments!


Thanks!!