Tuesday, October 4, 2011

Crafty Creation . . .

I'm getting crafty again . . .
After years of my craftiness laying almost completely dormant I'm slowly getting back in the groove.
Let me explain.
Back in the 80s and 90s I was completely involved in big time crafting.  Craft shows, booths in several craft malls, including one in Branson, home shows, special orders, you get the picture.
 Plus, I was teaching.
Finally it  happened . . . I had crafter's burnout!
Since I started pinning on Pinterest my creative juices are flowing again.
  I created a paper wreath a few weeks ago.
You can see that project here.

Here's my latest project.


I used this cute fruit box and my old Mary Engelbreit calendar books,
and Mod Podge to create a multipurpose basket for Fall. 


Here it is filled with snacks . . .


and here it's ready for a fall buffet gathering.

I'm going to fill it with candy for Halloween night trick-or-treaters.

Are you crafting and creating anything?

Linking with . . .
Kristen for Share Your Creations
 Kate @ Centsational Girl
 Cindy for Friday Show and Tell
  Courtney for Feathered Nest Friday
Designer Garden VIP party
At The Picket Fence for Inspiration Friday
Mary for Masterpiece Monday
Tablescaper for Seasonal Sundays
Sherry for Home Sweet Home
Liz @ Savvy Seasons

23 comments:

Christine said...

Where did you get the basket? That is so cute.

Kerin said...

Pretty cute! I like your creativity.
It's nice to feel the motivation come back to be creative...especially after a burnout.
Happy crafty.

Cindy said...

That is neat. I like to see the ways you can use it. Sounds like you are quite an accomplished crafter.

Patsy said...

This pinterest is inspiring,great crafty creation.

Oklahoma Granny said...

I've been preparing for a scrapbooking retreat that will benefit breast cancer research and baking/decorating cookies for both that event and our granddaughter's upcoming birthday party next week. I guess you might consider that crafting. You just got a new Pinterest follower too. Don't you just love that sight?!

Love Of Quilts said...

I've never been one to craft...but I have done the same thing with my quilting..it has become dormant for over a year now...I need something to get me going again. Your box is really darling. Trish

Stacey said...

How cute! Love the ME paper.

I bet you really enjoy having some time to yourself. One of these days. :)

Unknown said...

Love the basket! So cute! Thanks for sharing,JoAnn

Denise said...

Oh my goodness! I love it, and even better than that,I'm going to do it right now.I have all the things I need.I've been waiting for years to do something with all those M.E. pull outs from her very much missed magazine.I use to pull out the full page pic.,the paper dolls and the sweet stories on the last page.I still have every one of them.

Denise said...

Thank you for responding to me.I didn't hear about Home Companion coming back.I hope so.By the way,I'm your new follower :)

Elena said...

That is very cute Carol! I love crafts too. I make more kids crafts since Mary is bigger. We teach her Sunday School class once a month. So, I get to plan a kids craft for that too:)

Lady Linda said...

Stumbled across your blog...cute little basket. I LOVE Mary E...my studio is a work in progress right now and I have been collection ME things for it for years.
Happy retirement and happy crafting.

Esther Asbury said...

Love your decoupaged box! It turned out so pretty!

Susanne said...

Oh how adorable is that. I'm a big ME fan, so I applaud your recycling of her fun and happy artwork. Well done!

The Tablescaper said...

Glad you got your spark back! Great basket. It would be wonderful to have you join me at Seasonal Sundays.

- The Tablescaper

Patty Marker said...

That is such a cute basket. I totally get your story. I gave up crafting for about ten years but have rediscovered the joy it brings me. I hope I never lose it again. Patty

Ivy and Elephants said...

Your basket is so adorable. No matter how long you are away from crafting you will always be as creative as you are. Love it!!!

Paula
ivyandelephants.blogspot.com

The Tablescaper said...

I'm glad you chose to be a part of Seasonal Sundays this past week and hope you'll join me again this week.

- The Tablescaper

Debbiedoos said...

That is adorable. I am really into crafting this past year and I get so much inspiration out here.

Pinky at Designs by Pinky said...

Great idea! I loce that it is so multi purpose! I used to craft all the time too! Macrame was BIG for me back in the day:):) Then I became a floral designer and that took all my time! Please stop over, I have linked with Kristen too. XO, Pinky

The Charm of Home said...

Oh, that is very cute. I did a very similar desk organizer with ME pics I mod podged on. Thank you for linking it with Home Sweet Home!
Sherry

CosmoGirl Carla said...

Too cute! Love this idea. Found you through Savvy Seasons, and look forward to checking out more of your blog. Happy Halloween!

Shenita @ Embellishments by SLR said...

Hi There! I just saw your post on Savvy Seasons! Very cute!! I love your blog; and I am your newest follower. I hope you will follow me, too! Many blessings to you!