03 May 2011

On being crafty

Usually when others ask if I'm creative I reply that when it comes to getting out of things, I can be very creative. However, I wanted to try to stretch myself a bit concerning my creative energies. So, I made a New year's resolution to make not one, not two, but FIVE handmade items for family and/or friends in 2011. I know, it's a big commitment for me, and so far I've only accomplished one. But I will not give up...yet. Just to prove that I'm not making all this up, I'll post a few pics of my first completed project. I really wanted to make something memorable for my brother and sister-in-law for their anniversary. I had this great picture, found an adjustable shadow box, found someone to help me get my idea onto paper and went to work! This is the result: