Mother’s Day Quote
Tuesday, May 8th, 2012
“Mothers hold their children’s hands for a short while but their hearts forever.”
- unknown
Archive for the ‘Inspiration’ Category
Handmade Kimono Cards for Mothers Day
Wednesday, May 2nd, 2012
Kimono Card Front
I used to only send out handmade cards for every occasion. I think I had 5 years in a row that I never purchased a card. I can’t say that anymore but I still love making cards and once in a while, I will make a few.
What better time than Mother’s Day to add a little extra love with a handmade card?
The inspiration for the colors came from the gifts they are getting this year.
I had a template that I made to make things a little easier.
- Template I made for this Kimono Card
Then I glued wrapping paper to the base white card stock I used for the card.
Cool wrapping paper I bought at Target
The wrapping paper was fairly thick so it made the cards a little difficult to deal with and they don’t lie as flat as I would like.
I think my Mom and Mother-in-Law will forgive the imperfections.
I used a red paper clip as the closure for this one.
Here is the back of the one for my Mom.
Kimono Card Back
This is the card for my Mother-in Law to match her gift. I added a button to help it stay closed.
I’ll share the coordinating wrapping in the next post this week.
Inspiration How Do You Know if You Have It?
Monday, April 9th, 2012
What is Inspiration?
Inspiration can be hard to truly define. One of the definitions is to stimulate and encourage.
I’ve listed several additional words that can help you identify inspiration in its many forms. It usually feels very good and uplifting.
Why Should You Care?
It is worth paying attention and noticing when you are inspired.
It can be a helpful clue into tapping into your true nature and what motivates you.
In my experience, you are usually more tuned in with your intuition and things seem to come more easily.
Inspiration is….
Ideas
Intuition
Aha moments!
Passion
Spontaneous
Seeds landing on fertile ground
Unexpected
Insight
Liberating
Imaginative
Fun
Flashes of brilliance
Everywhere
Creative
Enthusiasm
Fulfilling
An invitation to the dance
Revelation
Proactive
Propels you forward
A call to growth
How do you feel when you are inspired?
You may experience one or more of these feelings.
Inspiration can feel …..
Exciting
Expansive
Joyful
Riding a sunbeam
Passionate
Consuming
Good
Genius
Fun
Creative
Transcendent
Intuitive
Motivating
Enchanting
Happy
Uplifting
A Rush
What else would you add to this list? How do you know when you are inspired?
