Dreams and Goals

Have you ever had a dream that turned into a goal?

Is there really a difference?

To me dreams are something you wish for and goals are something you work for, well today I turned my dreams into goals.

I have always wanted to have my own home decor business. I even have a name for it, Neutral Territory. I love neutrals, especially white, with splashes of color. Finishes that have texture and a history, one of a kind treasures that really make your house, your home.

My business would be all about neutral colored decor, one stop shopping for that perfect home accessory. Yes, it will take a while but baby steps turn into big steps. All with the direction and guidance of a loving and faithful God. He has blessed me so much.

The other part of that goal is where I want this business to be, Savannah, Georgia. The city is steeped in history, which I love. So much to see and do and be a part of the life there. Not to mention Tybee Island and a dream of having a little beach cottage near the water. I can feel the sun on my face now. 

My favorite designer, Jane Coslick, is in Savannah and her designs always inspire me to follow that goal. 

It will happen. In a little over two short years from now. Responsibilities keep me from Savannah right now but the time will come for my life there and I can't wait. 

Do you have dreams or goals?

Have a blessed day,

Lisa 

Personalized Certificates

Thought I would share a little tutorial of sorts for a personalized certificate that was made for our single adult minister at church. We were having a costume party and decided that we would recognize her for all she does for the single adults.

Don't know that I would actually call this a tutorial so much but this is what I put together.

This is basically all you need: frame, scrapbook paper and clear translucent paper found in scrapbook section. I did try Vellum but the design of the colored paper behind didn't show up as well.

Below is a closer shot of the translucent paper. All you do is print on the clear paper and layer in your frame. You probably will need to cut down to size but it can't get any easier than that. Try different colored papers and test the color effect before you cut. I found the brighter the color behind the better the appearance in the front.

Below is a close up shot of the wording. You could do this for a wide variety of certificates and awards. Especially considering you could do any kind of font and color combo. You can put in a simple frame like this one or a fancier frame to suit the recipient.

Have a blessed day!

Lisa



I think I'm addicted!!!

I never was the kind of person that liked having things tight around my neck but as i've gotten older I have started enjoying the ever versatile scarf. And i don't think i'm alone. There seems to be an explosion of scarf making and tying in blog land. Just go look at Pinterest.

This is how I figured out the best way to utilize my scarves for easy access. This is one of those towel racks you hang over the back of the door.

The two scarves below are ones i've made recently. The first one is for an exchange student from Poland that was visiting my aunt.

I was kinda pumped to think that something I made is in Poland right now. The second one below is for my little neice in the second grade.

Finally I leave you with some quick tips on scarf tying......

Found on Pinterest!

Blessings,

Lisa



Me ?? Distressed?? Really??

Ok, so I hear that we are getting a Home Goods in our area which i'm really pumped about. Because we are also finally getting a Joann's Fabric and Crafts next month. I visited the Home Goods website and took this little test, Stylescope Quiz. I'm always curious about whether or not these things are accurate but to my surprise it was very accurate.

According to the quiz my style is Country Classic and this is what the results said, "LISA, you are a Country Classic

You have a naturally refined sensibility with an appreciation for tradition and history. You value beauty, craftsmanship, and family heirlooms, but you like to open things up with pretty, easy-going pieces like painted wood or distressed furniture, lovely florals and other patterns, and bunches of fresh flowers that give your home a breezy, relaxed feeling. You love unique finds, have a thrifty, creative side, and can make these things work together.

You value creativity. You are stylish and fun loving, and can be an inspiration to others. You have a natural sense of drama, and you know you have to be willing to take risks—whether with colors, finishes, furniture choices, or ideas—for your home to stand out. Your home can be happy and lively and the place all of your friends want to be."

Well, after that I looked around my house to see what I had that was painted and distressed, here's what I found.

Don't you just love that leaf on the floor! Keeping it real!

Chest I painted and distressed.

Old enamel and painted kitchen table from my aunt's house. Using it as sewing table right now.

Blanket chest made for my grandmother.

Brass plate on the inside of the chest. That date is 1943. The Jack Peterson at the bottom is my Dad.

Part of an old metal gate.

Keep magazines in these.

Window seat in my kitchen, a work in process.

These pictures aren't the best. I think it's time for a new camera as my little Nikon is warn out but you get the idea. So, how distressed are you? I'm distressed alot but in a good way :).

Blessings,

Lisa

 

Easy-to-Sew Bags for Every Occasion

Better Homes and Gardens is always a great wealth of inspiration. They have a slide show online for different bags to make, couple of them are below.

It's not too early to start that spring bag or two!!

Blessings,

Lisa

Pinterest Love!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

These are just a few of the pics that inspire me. All from Pinterest Enjoy!!

Per Websters........

Intention-1. a determination to act in a particular way 2. purpose, aim 3. meaning, intent.

Intentional-done by intention; not accidental.

I've really thought about this whole thing of having a focus word each year. I see many bloggers doing it and many with great success. For whatever reason i'm getting on that band wagon. I gave alot of thought to what I wanted this year to be about and the thought kept going through my mind about all the things I have wanted to do but never followed through with. Wanted to do with good intention. See where i'm going with this?

So this year I have already turned 50, just 3 short days ago and today I decided that this year i'm going to be intentional about my actions.

Intentional about my health.

Intentional about my relationship with God.

Intentional about what I can do myself to make a fulfilling life.

Intentional about following a dream (more on that later).

Intentional about growing my blog.
Intentional about saving more for the future.

After all isn't life about purpose and meaning?

My prayer for everyone is that they find meaning in their life through purpose and intent.

Blessings,

Lisa