First off, I have to tell you that I'm an avid reader. One of my FAVORITE places is my local library. The ladies that work at the check out desk all know me as "the bead lady". A few weeks ago I checked out a book titled "Inside the Creative Studio - Inspiration and Ideas for Your Art and Craft Space" by Cate Coulacos Prato. Wow! I was hooked after I read the first sentence "Do you dream of having a studio of your own, a place where you can think, create, make a mess, and even teach?" Yes, yes, yes, yes, and YES!
I have to confess that I really haven't gotten a chance to read much of the book but I have looked, and drooled, over the photos of various artist's studios. This book inspired me to REALLY work on Studio 5-Oh! I used to refer to my craft space as "The Craft Cave". That title didn't really do it justice though because I don't just craft there. I read, listen to music, watch TV and yes, craft too! Before I can get others to take my work seriously, I have to take my work seriously. The first step is to make a space where I can create.
I have to head to the library to return this wonderful book. I was hoping I could renew it and get a chance to read more but someone else is on the waiting list. I hope the next person who reads this book is as inspired as I am.
Friday, February 3, 2012
Monday, January 30, 2012
Welcome!
As far back as I can remember I've been creative. When I was young I used to sew my own Barbie clothes and make furniture and things for them from my Dad's wood scraps. For birthdays and special occasions I always made things for my family - cards, pictures, desk accessories, etc. I "upcycled" long before it was the new crafty buzz word.
Over the years, I have amassed WAY too many interests, in WAY too many areas. For the past few years my focus has been on beads and jewelry making and my other interests have sort of been pushed to the side. I'd love to get back to some of them.
This blog will follow my crafty adventures in Studio 5-Oh! I don't know how often I'll get to post but hopefully at least once a week. Sometimes it will be more and sometimes it will be less.
Thanks for reading!
Over the years, I have amassed WAY too many interests, in WAY too many areas. For the past few years my focus has been on beads and jewelry making and my other interests have sort of been pushed to the side. I'd love to get back to some of them.
This blog will follow my crafty adventures in Studio 5-Oh! I don't know how often I'll get to post but hopefully at least once a week. Sometimes it will be more and sometimes it will be less.
Thanks for reading!
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