Creative Bursts

 

Yesterday I had a creative burst of energy. Where did it come from? Who knows but I love when it happens and I gleefully go along with it. As I've mentioned before I've had ennui when it comes to watercoloring or sketching. I do a lot of thinking about it but not actually picking up my art supplies and doing it.

At the end of January I contemplated about how I enjoy writing haikus and then painting something that pairs with the words. So February first I started that art challenge. Will I do it every single day? I cannot say but I was excited to get started.

The notebook I'm using is one that my sister handmade for me as a Christmas present. Isn't it beautiful?

The regular evening journal (there are many journals in my life) I've been decorating with the millions of stickers I've accumulated in the past few years. I vow to not buy anymore stickers then I buy more stickers. I could say the same for yarn as well.


Speaking of yarn, tomorrow I'll be at a local yarn store with my sister and let's just see what jumps into my arms as I'm among beautiful skeins of possibilities.

Yesterday I dug up some Trekking XXL to start another pair of socks for my husband. I've thrown away 3-4 pairs of hand-knit socks in the past 2 or so months that he wore through the soles and were completely unrepairable.


Comments

  1. VeraFebruary 3, 2023 at 8:09 AM

    Sweet! Nuthatches are so fun to watch and listen to - love your haiku and your painting. Your journals are lovely too. I have not been to a yarn store in SO LONG!!! Have fun!

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  2. BonnyFebruary 3, 2023 at 8:12 AM

    The journal that your sister made is so very lovely, as is your haiku!

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  3. AsKatKnitsFebruary 3, 2023 at 8:18 AM

    That journal is indeed beautiful! What a treasured gift! Have a great weekend! XO

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  4. MaggieFebruary 3, 2023 at 9:03 AM

    That's such a lovely journal! And I love the haiku and the drawing.

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  5. CathieJFebruary 3, 2023 at 9:06 AM

    I like the yarn you are using for your sock knitting. I have never been someone who journals. I like your pretty nuthatch. Enjoy your yarn store visit. I am looking forward to seeing what you buy.

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  6. Deb J. in UtahFebruary 3, 2023 at 10:53 AM

    I love your yarn and your journals. The notebook your sister made for you is really a labor of love. I love stickers too. l think I never really grew up in that regard. I hope you have good weekend.

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  7. MarthaFebruary 3, 2023 at 4:12 PM

    The nuthatch is a sweet bird. I also adore the tufted titmouse which is a gray-tan with red-orange belly. As for my health, it was suggested that I make more art. I really need to!

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  8. MaryFebruary 3, 2023 at 5:50 PM

    Bursts of creative energy are such a blessing (especially when they've been absent) ... your journals are full of such good things! I felt a similar burst early this week and it's still going strong (I hope it lasts)!

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  9. Judy S.February 3, 2023 at 6:41 PM

    Love that beautiful journal! And your nuthatch and Haiku. You go girl!

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  10. JaneFebruary 3, 2023 at 8:28 PM

    I love the painting and the haiku that goes with it. So sweet. The little nuthatches - both white and red breasted have been my favorites this winter. The yarn looks like it will make a nice pair of socks. You are wise to ride the creative bursts of energy. I'm in a lull with writing right now but am letting it be and trying not to fret.

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  11. sustainablemumFebruary 4, 2023 at 4:51 PM

    Your journal is wonderful as is your painting of a nuthatch. Enjoy your sock knitting.

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  12. Hena TayebFebruary 5, 2023 at 9:27 PM

    Lovely watercolor. The journal your sister gave you is beautiful.

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