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Inspiration

Inspiration
It comes in many forms for me. This is my old schools Pinterest board that decorates my studio cork board. Things I would like to make, buy or recreate. It usually involves Christmas decorations or sewing projects cut from magazines or catalogs. I see these images and think... I can make that for less than the cost. So far, all of these have not been made, but there is always this year.
 The above images is from the Candle Light Processional at Was Disney World this past this past December.It was a reading of the Christmas story by Neil Patrick Harris accompanied by some of the countries most talented singers and musicians. A lovey presentation of music and singing with audience participation in the singing of Silent Night. Although I am not a religious person, this was an inspiring event that gave me goosebumps and brought me to tears. Even now writing about, weeks later it, it still has the same effect. I can barely talk about without getting teared up.
Recycling junk is a passion, if not a problem solving exercise. My brain looks at cardboard,felt,paper,metal and plastic that it part of packaging and tries to think of new and creative ways to re-use it. Sometimes I feel like a hoarder saving all these types of things, but I can say that I have used many thing over the years and do tend to re-recylce items when I feel like they are no longer useful.
The colors of Nature are always an inspiration. I am always surprised by the colors that nature has to offer. It doesn't matter the color, they are all beautiful, vibrant and never the same.
Christmas inspiration.
 I know that they holiday is over, but I found so many inspirational ideas this year. From the wood carved trees to the fabulously decorated trees in resorts and hotels.


Inspiration is everywhere. Just need to open your eyes and see it.
What inspires you?

Enjoy,
Janet







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