Artful things.....

Lately I've been thinking about some of the artful things that I'd love to begin working on and creating. To assist me to stay on track, I've decided to begin a list here on my blog. Just as I keep a written one in my personal journals, let's call it, "My Personal Creative To-Do List".

1. Continue working on my Gratitude Garland
2. Swap more ATC's
3. Begin working on some painted backgrounds, paste papers, etc. for use in my artwork
4. Start once again on my Art Journal, and, last but not least
5. I'm feeling ready to do yet another Deco soon.

I have some other goals, such as submissions for publications, but I am certain that I can combine some of them into some of the to do list that I've listed above. I am continuing to work on creating myself some worksheets to assist me with the process and I've filled a journal halfway with a lot of thoughts and ideas for artwork and articles. Time will tell where that will lead me.... for now, I'm content with the above list and creating some, "Thank You" cards.... my stockpile is running low.

Another thing that has been really fascinating me is I'd love to once again have a penpal. Maybe more of an artful kindred spirit in which to write handwritten letters and to share artwork with more on a deeper personal level than that in which round robins and swaps provide. The only concern that I really have, is knowing that I don't desire to bite off more than I am able to chew, I'm still in the process of tying up a few previous obligations and loose ends, and knowing that the holidays will soon be approaching which means making some handmade items for as our finances could use any boost that I can provide them with. Perhaps, after the first of the year is best before I embark on yet another "to do" list. {wink}