As I clean up after my marathon Christmas card making I am becoming overwhelmed by the mess and confusion. I am trying to clean in an orderly and efficient manner so that I don't become so overwhelmed that I give up.
This has led me to think of ways that I can arrange my space so that I can be more efficient at the start of projects. Such as having waste containers placed strategically so I don't make scrap messes to begin with.
While I was making the cards I experimented with some newly found embossing folders but did not use them. I am making a resolution to start a new embellishment box with the intention that I must make something with them weekly or as soon as possible after completing a project.
As I had almost no stash of Christmas cards and a list of about fifty people I owed cards I am including in my resolution list to make, at least, two Christmas cards weekly as well as other holiday cards to have ready. I am thinking that I should plan the way businesses do and prepare at least a month ahead for holidays. So when preparing for my monthly card class I will pay attention to upcoming occasions and include those in planning the cards. I personally send very few cards even though I love making them, but group members frequently mention needing a card for a particular occasion so I want to keep that in mind.
So I will add all of this to my list from last year which I have not fully completed but did make some headway by having a plan.
I would love to hear from you about your own crafting challenges so please leave a comment.
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