NewNew New Year's Resolutions

Happy 2012!

So, it's a new year. Time to turn the page and look ahead. What do you want to start, finish, do, get, or be more of or less of in the coming 12 months?

A few brave NewNewers shared their resolutions with the rest of us. Here's what they said.

After she rearranges her studio to improve efficiency (i.e., not having to look for tools and having materials all in one spot), May of TakeMeHomeware resolves to fine-tune her production cycle, which means giving herself more time to make the work.

Jenny of J. Topolski reolves to start wax-carving, which will enable her to make smaller, less expensive versions of her statement necklaces, and to offer more expensive sized rings instead of just adjustable bands. She also plans to start using Quickbooks accounting software, to grow her wholesale business, and to travel to art/craft shows in distant cities.

Nadine of HeartFelt4Kids also wants to refine her product line, to include more of what's selling, namely, vintage style children's clothing and accessories. She also plans to concentrate on getting great product pictures using models.

I personally don't typically make New Year's resolutions. Too much pressure, and I'm always trying to improve on something. At the same time, the start of a new year does present an opportunity to take stock and set goals, and to do so in good company. There's power in committing oneself to change as part of an annual public ritual that doing so privately on an ongoing basis doesn't. This may make the difference between wanting to do or change something and actually doing or changing it.

With that as my working hypothesis, I'm somewhat nervously going to break with tradition and make one teeny-tiny resolution this year. Inspired by May, I'm going to reorganize my workspace so that I don't have to move stuff around every time I need to get at something.


Wish me luck!

Until next time,


Linda
Purty Bird

New Year's Resolutions

You Would Love, Hand Embroidered Wall Art
With a new year approaching quickly, maybe now's a good time to make a crafty list of new year's resolutions.  Here's some suggestions off my list that may help to get you started:
Miniatre Penny Earrings
Offer my two cents whenever applicable.
GO TO THE GYM Felt Applique Pillow 14x18 Oatmeal Black
I don't know about you, but I've fallen off the exercise wagon the past couple of months!

Bow N Arrow Pillow Case
Try to get more than 6 hours of sleep a night.
Resin Jewelry - Black Scissor Necklace
Learn a new craft or two.
Music Compact
Get caught up with some music.
Victorian Cutlery Dinner Plate
Get fancier with my cooking.


Summer Ride ORIGINAL PAINTING 8x10
Go out and play more. 
Neckwarmer, Dark Green
And of course, to buy more handmade!! :)

So whatever you plan on doing or not doing this next year, I wish you the happiest, healthiest one yet!!

Very best,
Virginia