The Fifth Day of Christmas

Inspire

Over the years, some have asked me, “Why do you write a blog?” That’s a very good question! Sometimes, I wonder the same thing! There are various reasons why, but primarily to leave something behind that I hope will inspire and encourage others to create – something, anything!

It warms my heart when I hear from someone about an article I may have written a few years back, something they had been searching for on how-to do, or if it will work for them as well. A simple comment from someone does make my day!

For some reason, right now, I cannot leave a reply/comment on blogspot – even my own! There’s a glitch somewhere that I hope to get resolved soon!

Creating things – whether it’s quilts, doll clothes, aprons, Action Quilts (aka Fidget Quilts), Prayer Flags, etc. – is such a huge part of my being, my soul. It’s a part of me because everything I do is prayerfully done. I so appreciate this gift I inherited from my mother, and learned from grandmothers, aunts, and others ~ every day. Simply, I want to share with others!

Through this blog, it is my hope and prayer to inspire others… but, how?

1.  Create a virtual environment that cultivates creativity
2.  Promote thinking outside of the box
3.  Facing challenges
4.  Share ideas and methods
5.  Nurture heroes!

Thursday Thoughts

My goodness! This is the 300^th blog article I’ve written/posted since joining Blogspot in April of 2011! I spent a little over a year writing on my old ArtFire studio’s blog that I found and shared here, but I’m not counting them.

It’s been interesting reading through the old posts and seeing how my writing style has changed, all the different topics I’ve covered, the dreams I’ve had – some fulfilled, some still waiting, or have changed altogether.

During National Sewing Month is when I spend the most time planning, researching, and writing. Over the years, my focus has changed. I hope I continually change, grow, and learn more ~ furthering my love of sewing.

It is my hope ~ the intent of the articles as I write and share ~ that you will be inspired and encouraged to create.

Ninth Day of Christmas – Inspire

When someone asked my objective, my purpose, for writing Lanetta’s Creations blog, the first thing that came to mind was to inspire others to be creative. This is why “inspire” is the first listed in Lanetta’s Creations tagline.

Either through sharing of my own experiences or sharing of others, it is my hope to inspire the creativity I believe is within us all! I’ve had one to say, “Oh, no. I don’t have a creative bone in my body.” I know that’s not true. She may not be “crafty” but this particular woman has the skill of writing I don’t think she realizes!

Since I began Lanetta’s Creations, I know two friends have started creating and selling either aprons or beaded bookmarks. I’m thrilled! I don’t know if I had anything to do with their endeavor, I hope a little bit! I’ve heard from other friends that they’ve started sewing again after a long absence from the machine. Mother hasn’t sewn in years, and she created several items for her great-grandson’s Christmas 2011 gifts! Maybe I inspired them?!?

Inspire others? Yes… maybe… might have… hope so…!

I'd like to share a few places that inspire me!

Pinterest – an awesome concept! It’s so much better than simply bookmarking websites to favorites on your own computer (and the chance of losing if computer crashes). Plus, you get to see what others are saving, too! Pinterest is by invitation only. If you would like an invite, let me know (and your email address) and I’ll send you one!

The Southern Institute has a tagline that reads: “Inspiration, Creativity, Community” – and her site provides all three extraordinarily well! 

Ah! The Tip Junkie is packed full of inspiration from contributors around the world! Need theme ideas for birthday parties? Craft Projects? Activities for Children? Want how to’s? I highly recommend you check out her site! She’ll inspire you, too!

This is just a few that inspire me! Which websites or blogs inspire you? Please share!