Yeah, I have it! Total mental overload. I have been reading and reading a ton of wonderful blogs. Searching Craigslist and FreeCycle for crafting deals. Gathering ideas and items.
I used to have tons of craft stuff. I lost it all, long story - actually rather short story, but I try not to dwell. I have been reestablishing my larder, but it hasn't been easy. Every time I see a new project, I'm at a loss. There is always something missing. ALWAYS. Being a student, homemaker and mother there is not a second income in this house. OUCH. Not used to not having my own money.
My primary sources for craft supplies:
Craigslist
FreeCycle
Garage Sales
Dollar Stores
Clearance Racks at various stores
After holiday sales are always good
and I am absolutely in love with some of the coupons from stores like Michaels.
Over the Christmas holiday my dear SO had a couple of pictures framed (60% + 10% off). Plus they were giving gift cards worth $5 for every $25 you spent. Ended up with 7 cards! Add a paint sale and a coupon for 20% off (including sale items) and I almost completely restocked my paints and brushes! Plus some for about $10.00
Back to the overload.... I will continue to work on the Blog - my first major project will be creating a work area (that will double as the formal dining room). I can't work if I can't find my stuff.
This week though - I will be working on the yard! Or gathering more items for craft projects - depends on how you look at it.
I hate when that happens! Drives me bonkers! I will be all ready to start and then I run out of something!
ReplyDeleteIt is really hard to stay focused on what you have already intended to make when you start reading all the great blogs out there. Such is life!
Hang in there!