Just Call Me the Dabbler

Dion was The Wanderer, so I guess I can be The Dabbler. I dabble in lots of crafty things and sometimes have trouble following through. That's one reason that computer scrapbooking is so good for me. I don't have to sort through and lay out a ton of supplies to make a page. Everything I need is on my computer and I just need to put it together. I've tried crocheting and cross stitching, and the results weren't fast enough to satisfy me. I sew a little, but only if it's a really quick project. At one point I thought I'd try quilting, but luckily I got over it quickly. What was I thinking?? Every once in a while I think I'd like to try writing and then I can't think of anything to write about. I think maybe I have a serious fear of failure. :-)

Tonight I took a hairbow making class, another thing I sometimes dabble in. My younger girls are 6 and 3 and they love pretty hairbows, but Mommy doesn't love paying what they cost in stores. I've made a few on my own and I really wanted to know the "right" way to make them. This class was great! I made three bows and learned some tricks to make them look pretty. I can't wait to buy some more ribbon and make bows in every color! I'm already planning to take the advanced class.

Meanwhile, I finally completed my first layout for freestylemama's CT. That's a pretty awesome feat in itself, considering that my computer is working in fits and starts. I don't know what the problem is other than its age and the fact that we've probably overloaded its memory. Anyhow, the papers are from the "Fashionista" kit by Cen's Stuff and the chrome frame set and flowers are from Chrome Template Set 1 by FreeStyleMama Creations. I LOVE the clean lines and the little flower accents!