Sunday, September 25, 2011

I'm Drowning in Supplies!


For the past several days I've been on a MAJOR creative streak and I can't stop! I've designed four Christmas graphic collections (not quite ready for Etsy yet), two quilted projects, and some earrings just for the fun of it.

When I get on these things I become obsessed! Every cloud looks like white frosting or snowman ornaments, while brick buildings look like a texture for a photo. When I take hikes the mushrooms turn into a clipart image, and when I see flowers or even kitchen supplies, I see appliques on a quilt.

There is a positive side to this. While I'm busy creating, I don't think about snacking. And as far as meals, I'd prefer not to take the time out to make or eat them. But I do manage to squeeze them in.

Do you get in these moods too? What does your brain to do everyday objects, and how long do these moods last you? My last one lasted me about 15 years! I think I'm on another roll.

16 comments:

  1. I get that way too! But unfortunately I also go through periods where I'm completely unmotivated and I can't make myself do anything creative! Luckily right now I'm in a motivated period :D

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  2. You have been busy! It feels good to have these creative streaks. I'm kind of on a roll myself :D

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  3. I love when those creative bursts come :) Since buying my laser engraver, I come up with new ideas every day!

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  4. I love it that you are going through a "creative burst"...envy you your lack of appetite!

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  5. That's fantastic that you are going through a creative streak, love it! Looking forward to seeing your new creations! You have nice LONG creative streaks! Awesome.

    I am like that too, where everything around me looks like an art piece, so inspiring!! When I am consumed with creating I forget to eat... Can't eat and work with clay, so it's easy to forget! :)

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  6. I absolutely get like that... as soon as I've had some inspiration it's like a snowball effect... it takes over!! Definitely a great idea to take advantage of it and CREATE! And of course eat once in awhile... :P -- Sea Marie

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  7. You are certainly in the zone! Ride that wave as far as it will take you and enjoy.

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  8. How fun!! I love drowning in supplies and having a creative streak!

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  9. It's good to get in these streaks, I am happiest when I get a new idea and try to figure out how to sew it. I could care less about cooking or eating during these times. Oh well, I could care less about cooking anytime.

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  10. Oh yes...I think we all get these creative times (no matter how long or short they last). I can't wait to see your new items!
    ~Kim
    from Blogging Buddies team

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  11. Brian must be on 3-11 ??

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  12. Such fun to be on a creative roll! Great timing with the holiday season approaching!
    I keep a sketch book handy to capture all the great ideas when I'm on a roll. It's helpful for those times when I've got nothing creative at all!

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  13. I have two types of creative streaks - in one type, I have a vision of something I want to make. Then I feel antsy until I figure out how to make it. Once I see the completed item, I am done.

    In the other type, I am moved by natural beauty or an emotional feeling. This type of streak lasts longer.

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  14. This made me laugh, I too, if not painting - eating. Usually potato chips.

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  15. Good for you! I need another one of these streaks! I have some fall craft shows that I participating in so I need to get a move on!

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  16. I seem to run hot and cold. One day I'm on a roll and the next I can't get myself to do anything. Right now I have so many different projects I want to start but don't know which one to do first so I haven't started any.

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