Dirty Dreams {Part 2}

Ok, so that "(to be continued tomorrow)" statement didn't work out so well. One thing that I'm learning about blogging is that you have to go with something when you feel like sharing (and perhaps not commit to a part 2 unless you're certain you're ready to write.)

You've probably noticed that along this ride that we've called the past 2.5 years, I've been enjoying some time sitting down at the sewing machine. I've NEVER EVER EVER used the term "creative" to describe myself. And yet, there is something freeing and beautiful that creating has brought out of my heart. I can't articulate what it is.

Maybe it's a freedom to feel comfortable enjoying something without having a plan of action in place for what to do with that creative outlet. Or maybe it's because it has birthed a dream in my heart. A dream without an eternal purpose (that I can see yet). And for once, I don't feel like I'm wasting anything by nurturing this dream-seed. In fact, it may even find a place to plant eventually.

Do I want to change the world? Sure. Vision itself isn't bad or wrong, but it can throw dreams by the wayside. There's a stark difference between guilt and conviction. I think I've often confused the two over the past ten years. I think that for now I'm ready to change the world heart-to-heart and person-to-person. After all Jesus said, "Give a cool cup of water to someone who is thirsty, for instance. The smallest act of giving or receiving makes you a true apprentice. You won't lose out on a thing." Matthew 10:42 (MSG)

In the meantime, while I do my best to live like Jesus,  I'm going to let my heart be light and shake off the idea that I can't live with purpose while entertaining a dream.

I'm fairly certain that this quilt I stumbled upon on Pinterest sums me up nicely. I'm also pretty sure that my heart dreams in happy fabric hearts. Who knows, maybe if you just allow yourself some room to dream, the vision will follow? We'll see.

Source: flickr.com via Kirsten on Pinterest

A Winter Wardrobe for Parker {Day 11}

Well, you did it. You fully and completely convinced me that Pinterest is well worth my time. It's so creatively inspiring AND it really isn't sucking away ANY MUCH of my time. On the contrary, it keeps my thoughts, ideas and inspiration organized and easy to find. Brilliant! Simply and perfectly brilliant!

So all of this Pinterest perfection has inspired me to tackle something big (maybe I've fallen off my rocker...who knows?!) But, here goes...I'm going to take on the challenge to MAKE Parker's entire fall/winter wardrobe!!!


I can't resist this:

Source: rufflesandstuff.com via Kirsten on Pinterest

or this:

Source: cally-cruze.blogspot.com via Kirsten on Pinterest

or these:

Source: lilblueboo.com via Kirsten on Pinterest

Source: shop.lilblueboo.com via Kirsten on Pinterest

Or, gasp...these:

Source: sisterbrotherstyle.blogspot.com via Kirsten on Pinterest

Source: jonesdesigncompany.com via Kirsten on Pinterest

What do you think? Wanna join in on the fun? We could do a sew-along?

First things first: Ruffle pants! Order this pattern from www.lilblueboo.com immediately (sz 6mo-8yrs). You'll thank me later.

Happy Tuesday! {Day 4}

It's Tuesday.

If you happen to follow Kari Jobe on Twitter, you know that she cheerfully tweets, "I Love Tuesday!" each week. It always brightens my day. It makes me smile.

And you know what?!

I love Tuesday too (well, maybe not every Tuesday, but today's been good so far)! Here's what I love about today.

1. I finally joined Pinterest. I haven't set up any of my pinboards or even started pinning (I mentioned yesterday on FB that I was afraid it would suck me in like a giant creative black hole). Nevertheless, I took the plunge. Tonight after dinner, family time, baths and bedtime-- you'll probably find me pinning away. If you want to follow my pinboards, just click here!

2. I also joined Google+. Shhh...Don't tell Facebook, but I think that I already like it better. It's still a desert, but I have a feeling that the masses will come. You can create your own circles. I mean, GENIUS! Not all of my friends want to hear about my fabric obsession, but some of you do-- so you'll be in my "creative" circle. Some of you want to hear about our heart for adoption, but my chiropractor might not-- so I'd add her to my "following" or "acquaintance" circle. You get the picture, right? Well, I think it's awesome. It's still only available via invite. So, if you want to check it out, let me know and I'll send you an invitation. Just don't get scared off because it feels so empty right now. Give it time. (I do somewhat feel like I'm having a secret affair and I don't want FB to find out)

3. I'm going out to dinner with my family. That is *always* a fun way to spend an evening!

4. (I almost forgot!) I worked some more on Parker's scrappy quilt. It's scraptastic and super simple...but it will be fun once it's done!

I'll get back to my "On Vision" series soon, but enjoy the break from the serious today. Happy Pinning and..."Google+-ing?" There HAS to be a better way to say that! ;)