Style School Update...Still Behind!

Okay, so I'm still behind...but I did finish a few things and have more in the works! See my previous post below for added photos!

I also complete the Quote Pillow project. Still about 1 1/2 weeks behind. Yikes! I've got a lot to do this week!

Style School

Ah, Style School. I was so excited about it, but now I'm just very far behind. I didn't count on Rylee wanting to do each project too...and wanting hers done first. Let's see where I stand:

• Style File (Inspiration Binder): Done! (But the cover is not...haven't been happy with what I've done, so it's a work in progress.)
• Project #1 - Wreath: DONE! It's wrapped, but I need to dig out the paper I want to use for the flowers. I changed my mind after the wreath was wrapped with yarn.


• Project #2 - Photo Wall Art: Rylee's is done. I need to print my photos.
• Project #3 - Studio Tool Belt: DONE...Twice! Did you see that??? Done!!! Beautiful, aren't they? I haven't used a sewing machine since my senior year of high school. I picked mine up from my mom and dad's, brought it home, and went to work. I'm proud to say my mom didn't have to drive over once to bail me out with it. Now, I'm not saying I didn't have to dig the book out and read it, but I figured it out myself.The turquoise tool belt is mine. The little pocket on the front is for my iPod...must have the iPod handy. Works great for a number of things...helping me concentrate, blocking out the rest of the house, blocking out Rylee's constant chattering and singing to herself, the list goes on. Now I won't have to put a jacket on so I have a pocket to stick my treasured iPod in...I just have to put on my tool belt.The pink number would be Miss Rylee's tool belt. She also has a pocket for her iPod Shuffle. She had to have one because I did. Unfortunately, Rylee must sing, quite loudly, when she listens to hers. Thus, then need for my iPod...at a loud volume.
• Project #4 - Necklace: I tried to make a fabric pom-pom, but it didn't look pretty. I didn't like the size either. Maybe I just need to practice and play with them, but I want a bigger pom-pom maker, which I can't buy in town. Can you say ROAD TRIP???
• Project #5 - Sketchbook: DONE! Not done...maybe today.

Now, please note that this is week one projects. Which was last week. Which means I have week two projects already. See how they aren't listed? That would be because I haven't touched them. I've looked at them. But I haven't even thought about beginning them. So, it would be appropriate to say that I am behind. I am so glad I'm not graded on this! I hate being behind!

Busy First Week of 2010

Wow...2010 got off to a busy start! Everyone was home for Christmas...there were some happy little girls running around. We had a happy little boy too, but he wasn't sure what was going ;) Our house was full for almost a week, so I'm not going to lie...we've enjoyed the peace and quiet of the last several days!

Then, Rylee lost her other front tooth. I have to admit...I love listening to her talk now!

And last, but not least, I had knee surgery. It turned out much better than expected, but I'm still on crutches. I'm moving slowly, but not in a lot of pain. My recovery will be much quicker than anticipated. I can't wait to be rid of the crutches!

Happy 2010!

I'm not exactly sure what happened to 2009...it went by so fast! 2010 has to be a better year. Sure, getting married was a high point of 2009, but at the same time I also went through some pretty low points as well. I experienced things I never thought I would ever have to deal with and was left with a lot of questions. I had my strength tested. But I found out who my friends were and that no hurdle was too great for them to jump. I found out that, once again, I had people around me who were going to make sure I landed on my feet. I'm ready for a fresh start!

My biggest goal in 2010 is finding a new job. One that has decent hours. I'd love to find a job that I could walk away from at the end of the day...not one that I have to bring home with me as well. A job that makes me happy and that I look forward to going to each day. A job that doesn't take away from my family. I'm not asking for too much, am I?

Otherwise, I want to spend more quality time with my family...enjoy my new husband and have more patience for my daughter. I want to spend more time creating in my scrapbook room and step outside of my comfort zone and try new things. There are more things on my list, but I'm not going to bore you with them.

For now, it's time to enjoy my first Christmas with my new family. Have fun being a grandma. (YIKES!) Style School starts January 10th and I can't wait. I have a few more supplies to collect for the first few weeks. And then there's always the job hunt...