New Inspiration

Hope everyone had a wonderful holiday, and that the new year brings health and happiness. We are still recovering from our FABU New Years party...what a grand time was had by all. My sister has made the rather disappointing discovery, however, that she and Champagne must end their relationship:( They clearly do not get along:)

We wanted to get out of the house today so took a drive to Elora, 1/2 hour from home. I was blown away by how beautiful it is. I have been once before, but don't feel like I took it all in. The Mill has been closed for about 1 year for reno's, and we can't wait till it opens. The company doing it (Calgary based!) has done other beautiful reno's around (Cambridge Mill, Oliver's down on Lakeshore...I think in Burlington?) so we feel confident it will be lovely. I was immediately inspired to get creating again. There is a lovely show there in the summer, Art in the Yard, same weekend as Toronto Outdoor, so If I don't get into one, hopefully I'll get into the other.

Upon arriving home, I wanted to take care of my taxes immediately so I could start the year fresh. I got everything done, filed, and HST remitted. Boy it feels good. I was also pleasantly surprised by my sales figure this year. I find that spurs me on as well:) For those who care, I do my books on Quickbooks.....love it.

Some art wishes I have for 2012:

1. Get acquainted with the new Sterling Metal Clay and make some fabulous rings and cuffs with some large stones....I've never been a stone junkie but I've been inspired lately.
2. Make some more precious boxes
3. Incorporate more delicious felted pieces in my vignettes....perhaps some stand alones as well.
4. ....Tie all of the above together somehow so that I can present a cohesive display at shows:)....OK, probably not the jewelry, but we'll see.

What are your dreams?