One Thing, One Week

First a BIG Hello! to those of you who have been reading here for awhile now -- you have given me the drive and motivation to keep sharing my crazy happy passions here.  You make it so much fun!


Also, a Happy Hello! to those of you who are just joining and finding this happy little spot of the web.  I'm so glad you could make it and I look forward to getting to know you! 

And you know, speaking of motivation, lately I have been finding motivation all over my reading list.  This one in particular has pinched me to dive into and tackle my creative projects.  One Thing, One Week is hosted by Amy at Amy's Creative Side.  It's a simple challenge.  Proclaim that you will do one thing toward your creative goals and accomplish it in one week.  Simple, right?

I said here, "Motivation is good! My goal is to at least start a table runner and a few mug rugs for gifts!"

Challenge Results

Part I - Table Runner
In one week, I have dreamt up, designed, cut, pieced, quilted, and almost finished the binding on an amazing table runner for someone who shall not be named.

I just adore the girly fabrics I got to play with and coordinate for this particular runner. 

The quilting on this piece also went relatively smooth.  I am really becoming a believer in putting in a fresh needle to tackle quilting!

I'm sorry I can't share a totally finished project picture yet, as it might ruin the surprise for a certain someone who may unwrap a future giftie -- just saying.  After Christmas, this space is going to be jam packed with lots of finished projects to talk about!!

Part I of the challenge -- success!!

Part II - Mug Rugs

I said I wanted to start some mug rugs.  And I have to admit that other than some light designing I haven't really done that one yet. 

But.  there is always a but!

I did finish and gift the Plaidly Pocket Quilt I have been telling you about here, here, and here.

I really couldn't be prouder with how it turned out and the reaction it got!  I will do a full unveiling tomorrow!

If you would like to see other One Thing, One Week successes or sign up for the next one visit here.

Hey Coach!

I feel like my journey is taking a twist.  [hang tight for a second while I give you some of the details]

I started this blog a little over a year ago with feelings of being lost.  Feelings of not knowing what to do next with my life.  Feelings that I wasn't doing all I could do.  I have felt stalled.

I'm mostly guilty for bringing this on myself.  I allowed myself to reach all the goals I had set.  And I didn't continue to dream big and come up with the next things I wanted to accomplish.  I haven't challenged or pushed myself.

This twist I am talking about. 

I feel the stall lifting.  I feel my motivation rushing back!

I even think that I am beginning to recognize signs of how to move forward again.  I still have no clue what's next or where I'm headed, but feeling things back in motion is such a relief! 

I happened across a life coach site in my blog readings the other day.  It reminded me that at one point in my life I wanted to be a life coach.  I really like to help people.  I have been told a million times that I am a nurturer.  I enjoy helping people find success -- in whatever form it takes for them.

Well, the site gave me this homework assignment and it has proved really good food for thought.  Here is what I am supposed to do

"Write down all the reasons you are perfect for this profession. List your skills and abilities. Give yourself credit. Acknowledge your greatness."

It's that last part that really tickles me!  "Acknowledge your greatness."  I think we could all use a little bit of that!

It honestly seems like a great exercise no matter where you are in your journey.  I am going to work on it this week and try and come back with my results.  

The twists are exciting, I mean what roller coaster would be complete without them, right?

p.s. I'm not sure what the flowers have to do with this, but those are certainly little things that have made me smile lately.  Happiness and reaching your goals must somehow be related... that or I'm just really tired!