"Doing nothing means unplugging from the compulsion to always keep ourselves busy, the habit of shielding ourselves from certain feelings, the tension of trying to manipulate our experience before we even fully acknowledge what that experience is." ~Sharon Salzberg When is the last time you unplugged so you could really connect-with yourself, family/friends, and world around … [Read more...] about QOTW: When do you unplug & connect?
QOTW: When do you unplug & connect?
Craft Show To Do List Template: Don’t Start From Scratch
Once upon a time, when I first started making and participating in craft shows, I thought it was a romantic notion to stay up all night pricing all my work and printing out last-minute signs. That lasted for a few shows before I realized it was a much better idea to prepare in advance and get a good night sleep before a big show (a novel idea - I know). In order to make this … [Read more...] about Craft Show To Do List Template: Don’t Start From Scratch
Schedule Some Adventure!
Above: The Cradle Walk at Kensington Palace It always makes me laugh how when people picture the self-employed they often imagine us lazing about the house, idly checking Facebook in our pyjamas instead of actually working. Well, I don’t know about you guys, but if I’m working in my pyjamas it’s usually a sign that I’ve been too darn busy to have a shower and have … [Read more...] about Schedule Some Adventure!
QOTW: What is your adventure story?
What is the story of your creative adventure & what lessons have you learned on the road so far? Whether you just started (or are thinking of starting) a creative project or have been working towards it for years your story is valuable! What are the mountains you've climbed, struggles you faced or lessons you learned as you've grown creatively & most importantly has the … [Read more...] about QOTW: What is your adventure story?
Happy Birthday OMHG! 4 Years of Community & a Big Announcement
Image by the super-talented Emily of Em Dash Paper for our Community Art Print project Dearest friends, this is the fifth July 1st that I've sat down to write for OMHG - a full 1460 days of community goodness requires some serious cupcakes and confetti. This year was a huge one so I'm going back in time to the day I wrote my very first post and collecting some of the … [Read more...] about Happy Birthday OMHG! 4 Years of Community & a Big Announcement
