Yesterday, I promised the unveiling of a new mini-project. I think a little structure will be good for me this time of year.
For the next 26 days, I’ll be working my way through a whole alphabet of things that inspire, entertain, and cheer all the way from A to Z. That’s it. That’s the whole plan. It’s a little bit Sesame Street and a little bit 4th grade creative writing assignment, but I shall start with A and sift through all of the Aardvarks, Adversaries, and Apples to find something Adorable and Apropos. I promise it will heavier on the eye candy and lighter on the puns. At least, I’ll try.
By all means, please feel free to play along. It’s January. We might as well start with something easy and just a touch optimistic.
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Does anyone else need to hear something nice at the end of a crazy Monday?
I ran a zillion errands today and still have a few things that just didn’t get crossed off the list. I need some ice cream. Or maybe a stiff drink. Or maybe both. But probably should eat dinner first. We’ll see how that goes.
Ok, here are our uplifting words from Mr. Ralph Waldo Emerson. It’s a bit long, but really really nice and worth reading (I think):
Finish every day and be done with it. You have done what you could. Some blunders and absurdities no doubt crept in. Forget them as soon as you can. Tomorrow is a new day; begin it well and serenely and with too high a spirit to be cumbered with your old nonsense. This day is all that is good and fair. It is too dear, with its hopes and invitations, to waste a moment on yesterdays.
There. Done and done. Hope this helps you too.
P.S. – I know that picture of the goat is weird, but sometimes a Monday like this will leave you with very few options.
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By Kelly
November 2, 2009
Today, I am heading out to run some errands and meet up with a special lady for lunch. I worked hard all day yesterday to get my studio unpacked and while I have a bit more work to do before I can dive headfirst into the glitter, it’s coming along. It’s amazing how much more I can get accomplished if I take the time to organize myself first. Do you find that true for you?
I leave you with a handful of happy things:
- Really, really cute squirrels
- An interesting craft book I somehow missed – Did you see this on Martha? We have lots of partially assembled computers and raw LEDs around here, and I wonder if this book might just be the perfect blend of his and hers crafting.
- December Daily album – Anyone else out there thinking of moving into the world of scrapbooking — at least for the holidays? This is an album you make early so it’s easy to update and fill during December when everyone’s busy and there’s lots of special moments to record.
And if you’re new here, don’t miss my sister’s incredible Tinkerbell cake and some really cute jewelry pouches you can sew. Have a great day!
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By Kelly
October 29, 2009
We are all moved in now and loving our new place. With Quilt Market around the corner, there isn’t much time to settle in and unpack. I’m saving the real organization for when I get home.
Between the days spent painting and lifting boxes, I really need to stretch! I feel even worse for my husband and dad who moved all the heavy stuff themselves. The hardest item turned out to be the giant purple couch. (Sorry, guys!) It’s getting replaced with a more husband-friendly color, but we needed to keep it for the next month or two until the new one arrives. That thing barely fit out the door of our older apartment. In fact, when we went back to clean, there was some purple velvet stuck to the door frame.
This couch was my first furniture purchase when I moved out of my parent’s house, so I admit that I have some sentimental attachment to it. My husband does not and refers to this couch as “Grimace.” However, now that I am seeing it in its new environment, I’m ready to move on. This purple color does not go with our “Antique Earth” walls. Plus, I keep thinking that the new couch (white) will really show off pillows I want to make from some of my Spoonflower fabrics.
Ok, back to painting. I’m not supposed to be thinking about home decorating right now.
I am also thinking I should probably upgrade my paint brush.
My eyeliner brush was the only thing I could find that was the right size. Sort of like painting with a toothpick. Call me crazy.
Filed under House & Home, Organization.
By Kelly
September 29, 2009
Today, as promised, I am sharing with you the Ever Kelly moving labels.
I suffer from a condition many of you may know called labeling fatigue. Give me a sharpie and I start out with the best of intentions. Boxes 1-3 have an essay on the side with a detailed list all the way down to stuff like “meat thermometer.” Boxes 4 and on get labeled “stuff” or the ever popular “miscellaneous.”
I know that fancy moving labels look suspiciously like procrastination, but these were a lifesaver for me. Moving is hard. Having a system helps me stay calm.
The genius part is that there is a checklist on the side as well as space for details. This works great for those mixed up boxes that are mostly your pots and pans, but also have those forks that didn’t fit in the last box. Check. Check. You’re done and moving on to the next one.
Each label prints with a companion sticker (minus the checkboxes) so you can label more than one side on your box.
Download the PDF of the Ever Kelly Moving Labels.
Tips:
- I printed these on white 8 ½ x 11” full sheet printer labels. Individual labels drive me crazy, so I’d rather just use my paper cutter and make my own. It does take a little extra time, so print and cut BEFORE you move. If you are moving today, I would recommend that you skip the labels, get your marker, and GO.
- These categories are probably not an exact match for your house so scribble away. Circle, cross out, and make them yours.
Enjoy and take care of yourself, ok?
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By Kelly
September 22, 2009
