Does anyone else suffer from...

...the "I can totally make that" disease?  You know, when you see something really cute in a store, at a craft fair or online.  Like this....

(over at the Creative Crate)

or this...

(Crate Liners over at Ucreate)

or this....

(pettiskirts over at Martha Stewart)

and you say, "I totally love that, what a great idea, it's amazing....but I can totally make that!"  So you don't buy it, and you go home with the full intent of making it THIS WEEKEND...and sometimes you even buy all the stuff you need....and 4 years later its still sitting in your craft closet or in a box?

Yeah, I do.

Maybe we should start a support group.    Let's start it....this weekend!  I'll go buy all the stuff!

Pay it Forward

The first 3 people to leave a comment on this post will receive a handmade gift from me during this year. When and what will be a surprise. There's a small catch though...Post this same thing on your own blog and then come back and leave a comment telling me you're in. Remember, only the first 3 comments receive the gift!

New Back Pack

I've been meaning to share this for a while. When school started this last fall, I couldn't find a decent backpack for a resonable price. Thats when I decided to just make my son's backpack myself.

I took these black cordoroy pants that my husband hasn't worn in at least 6 years and started cutting. I wish I had taken pictures as I went along, but didn't think about it aat the time.

I used one of the legs as the main part and the fly as the zipper to the smaller pocket. I made straps and flap from the other leg. I covered the inside of the flap with orange and blue fabric. Andrew drew out the design he wanted and picked his favorite colors.

And here's the finished product. If I were to do it again, I would use a nice snap instead of velcro.

Christmas Barter ~ 2008

I know, I had this idea a little late in the season, but there is still plenty of time. Right? I decided this year to make everyone's Christmas present, with the exception of a few gifts I had already purchased (sorry Julie). I know, what a great idea! Its cheaper and more personal! But here is the problem...I don't have that many ideas and talents!

This is where you come in! I know many of my readers are pretty crafty or they have their own little shops. If you have something that you think I might be interested in, let me know. You can post a comment or sent me an email. I kind of have a "want list" over on my other blog http://www.dianeconnphotography.blogspot.com/ I'll be trading my photography services and products for your services and/or products.

I'm located in Modesto, CA and I'm in Sonora ALL the time. And I'm willing to travel if the offer is right.

www.thirtyhandmanddays.blogspot.com

I found a great new site a few days ago. Well, I don't think its new to them, just new to me! Its a great place to go for your crafting inspiration and to find new awesome crafty places to shop.
Check it out, you won't be dissappointed.

http://www.thirtyhandmanddays.blogspot.com