One Priceless Treasure

Ive been slow the past few weeks. Because I lost focuse of my hobby and the purpose behind it. I use my hobby as an escape and creative adventure. I use my talent to help bring the imagination to reality. Being able to make and give a priceless and special treasure to people at the right time. Usually its unexpected which makes it better. The speechless moment is powerful.  I lost focus for why I am sharing my story and sharing the love of my craft. I would tell myself that when the views were low. "Im not in it for the view." Unbeknownst to me, it was causing more pressure than I realized. Because I was pushing myself to make things "just for the content." Dont get me wrong I loved making what I have. However, looking back Im not sure if it was the right ideas that I made. I do know one thing however, I was making things way to fast. Well trying to. I lost focus on the value if my time. The focus of quality of a true treasure and purpose. Because the wo...

Beauty is cherishing the process. Letting an idea evolve through the endless vision and potential you are capable of. The dream is powerful you just have to be patient and in the moment. 

Hand some fun playing with my photo booth. I have a bunch of random stuffed animals. Figured know harm with adding them into the photo. 

Sharing tips and tricks that I found work. Because drawing is hard. 1- graphing paper of sorts will be your friend  2- color code the lines (when you know you want to keep them) 3- whats your focal point? 4 - sometimes a drawing is simple inspiration and more will come in the moment. 5 - its your idea, and plan, have fun with it.

With being a crafter the hardest part is always. What to make and how to be inspired? Sometimes you may think that it needs to have some profound meaning and message. Other times your just "making it." However, you dont have the desire or passion the only purpose is a pay check.  Of course if your crafting for money getting paid is important. Especially considering this hobby is on the expensive side. Ultimately dont hesitate to try, just because its fun.  The past few weeks Ive been on the "relaxed side," because I probably over did it the week before Christmas. I dont feel bad about because "I was having fun." While I have been relaxing of course the ideas have been storming. How the flag design came to be. The painted version is beautiful. Now how do it comes alive with wood. Still figuring that out.  Now the reason behind the photo. I have been pondering and doodling different ideas. It go to the point of "let's play." I tend ...

   I was inspired with this idea. I started drawing it last night. Can I say the math to make this even, yes was difficult. Also having to make sure im "getting the right look." Of course thats a loaded task at hand.   Its difficult to have a vision and turn it into a reality. Inspiration and action can be one of the hardest things to act upon. I determined I was in the mood to paint. I chose painting first because "its mellowed than carving." I love carving but sometimes a mellow activity is a good idea. I also had no clue exactly how to pull this off. So with paint it gives me an idea. Now should I carve this out of wood. I think so. Do I know exactly when, not yet. Can't rush the motivation and the idea development.  Here's to the next year of adventures and projects.

With the new year comes the usual "New years resolution." However, let's have a different perspective, with a question.  "Whats your dream?" Or "Whats going to challenge you?" Giving a perspective for a challenge, something new, and adventures. Setting your sights on creating "A new normal," The resolution to dream and try. The resolution to always be patient with yourself and to slowly try things which would be out of your comfort zone. The motivation explore, and try. Despite even if you dont have a clue and might be very nervous. The first step is always the hardest.  My question for you is. What treasured item would you like me to make? Whats your treasured dream? How are you going to create a treasured adventure this coming year?

       For Christmas I got a treasure box and other things to help stage my work for there "photo shoot." I can honestly say that I have no idea what I am doing. But then again "I had no idea what I was doing" when I started wood carving. However, despite things not being perfect and there is a learning curve. Its fun to try and see what things I can come up with. Its also fun learning and adding new tools to my tool box. It does help with the phrase "I don't know, lets find out." And "its not perfect, but I'm giving an honest effort." Learning is of course a challenge, and exhausting sometimes. I don't strive for instant perfection I strive for progressive, positive progress. I strive for honest effort and the treasure of the journey. Because it takes investment before perfection is possible. I of course am still trying to figure out what "perfect and perfection" is because each project, idea, is an independent adventure wi...

              I have had many ups and downs as probably many people have had. I have been pondering through this last year. One big thing that I have concluded is. I have pushed myself out of my comfort zone. The two biggest things that I have started doing this year and oddly have loved it. One started writing this blog. The second is making more videos and posting them on YouTube. There has been a lot of learning, problem solving, and of course the normal headaches. I know I have learned a lot and of course oddly have had fun. Can I say exactly what and how these adventures have helped me, no. But I do know that if I continue, the possibilities are endless.               For 2026 do I have any predictions. No, because I’ve had normal attempts and regular failures. The biggest prediction too and one thing will continue is. To continue to “push out of my comfort zone...

I love wood carving. But I also love the generally just working with my hands. To keep the creativey flowing and the heart full of adventures. Sometimes you have to act on random inspiration. Thursday I was watching Christmas movies.  I asked my mother if I was a crochet hook where would I be. Considering I tend to fig it with my hands. Little did I know I would be continue to be oddly motivated to finish the entire blanket. I worked on it about 2 hours Thursday and finished it Sunday afternoon.  I have mentioned that when I first was exploring different hobbies I determined crochet was not a good fit. However, just because its not a fit for a full time hobby doesnt mean you cant still have occasional and random fun. It helps to break things up at times.