Gift Card Haul and Finding My Way Back 1-20-17

I love the new items coming into Michaels lately! I used gift cards to picked and choose from the new collections at Michael's.
I've been struggling creatively. I'm having a hell of a time finding my way back ... I've never had my mojo disappear for this long before! HELP!!! If you have any suggestions please leave them below. I would greatly appreciate it! I miss you all so much... :) Love and Hugs to those of you who have stuck with me and my channel!! xo

[lindawalker]

I wish we still had our Michael's.  I love the Mermaid paper pad and all the embellishments you have to go with it.  Could you maybe make a layout with you and your sisters.  I would like to see one of those.  Make yourself start on the note cards and that might work to get you started.  I wish they sold those paper pads online.  I also like the DCWV from Joann's.  You always find the best products.  TFS

[marilyngcrafts]

How about trying to learn a new craft? Instead of starting in with what you did before, try to learn something new. I picked up colored pencils for the first time and it has helped me with the slump I was in. I have a new interest and have been learning more about them. Welcome back Karen!

[brendameredith]

I love all these new things you got from Michael's. The peaches and gold scales paper made me immediately think about a beautiful sunset. With your talent maybe you could turn that into a beautiful mixed media project. Would be something I'd love to see. Thanks for sharing all the new goodies and now I have to go Michael's!😊

[michelleh.]

It must be contagious because I'm in a low towards scrapping too!! I want to but I think my problem is I'm overwhelmed with where to begin and what direction do I take!!! I also don't have a place that has a door because the only space left in the house I can use is the entryway, ( that is seldom used ) but next to living room so yeah no door to close off people from bothering me or shut out all the noise to let me think clearly!!! I wish I could be of help but decluttering may help you, I've been spring cleaning thru out my house and it truly helps how your feel in the space you live in....Hope you get back to what you love and I'll be watching!!!👍😀💕

[RTSScrapbooking]

So many pretty things..oooh la la. I am so ready for Spring! Yes, start those notecards. What fun to play with all those new items. And I really like that DCWV paper pad- so pretty. Thanks for sharing and here is to some crafty days ahead! Smiles ~ Janet

[josephnailor]

Don't be to hard on yourself. We all miss you but in your own time my dear. Love the "Meet me inParis" pad. And believe it or not I thought of you when I seen the mermaid pad at Michaels. Take care! TFS!

[CoolCakesandCraftswithAmalia]

Welcome back! Looking forward to any new videos from you.

[Adatewithmycraftroom]

Hey girly! Good to see ya back! I think what I usually do to get my mojo back is exactly what you have already done.... buy new goodies! Lol. I think your mermaid goodies will do the trick for you:) Happy Crafting Karen💖

[msmartinigirl]

Lots of nice goodies. Once you get your mojo going you re going to have a blast!

[kathrynholden]

Committing ( even just to yourself) to making something for someone else usually helps me. I love Marilyn G's idea about trying something new. Use your art journal to express your current feelings. I always love your projects, whatever you do!

[colocookie]

Hi Karen, so glad to hear and see you again, When I slump ( after I reorganize something) I try something new, maybe something I've not tried before or something that I can use up  item that I already have.  I'm doing post card sized atc's and find I'm really enjoying them and using a lot of Cricut cuts and  mixed media ideas.  Maybe you have a friend you can spend some shared time with in the craft room.  Someones excitement about something you have and sparking your creative  side with a new idea.  I miss you when your not on the tube.  Stay with us girls your the best.    Sheri

[shelton]

When my mojo is gone I find that making small embellishments really helps me. It is a very small project so I am able to complete it. Doing a scrapbook page is sometimes way too overwhelming and my mind goes blank. Also just playing with new supplies, like stamping a new stamp with different colors with no project in mind helps too. No commitment just playing. You seemed really excited about your new mermaid supplies so maybe start there. So glad to hear from you.

[RTSScrapbooking]

Hi Karen- Nice to see a video from you. I stopped right into the video to say - yes- I have been there and very recently. I have been scrapping for 20 years and recently took a 2 month break. Not that I planned nor wanted too, it just happened. And I had NO interest whatsoever to be in scrap room. And it got to the point that I thought maybe I was done scrapbooking altogether. I mean, I have been scrapping for 20 years. I did do was focus on something completely different. I got into trying new recipes and completely organizing (from top to bottom) my kitchen. A total overall. And all the while thinking about my scrapping, my process, why I do it, why I wasn't doing it, you know what I mean. And then after awhile I started to feel sad and like you said in a previous video, I was not feeling content anymore. My spark was gone. So my lovely DD said, 'Mom, it is time to get back to scrapping'. And she was right. I guess I just needed time off?? Who knows. But it will come back. I promise.
My suggestions: Write down 3 stories you want to document-whether you have the photos or not. What are 3 stories/memories that you have never gotten around to telling in your albums. And then pick out some product that are new and fresh or just plain fun and do them. Just sit down and record that story. Another suggestion is to print some NEW recent photos. That might help your spark. Also, another idea is to go thru your albums and completed pages- seeing all that you have recorded might just get you over the hump to just jump back right in. But, it will come back. I promise. Sending hugs ~ Janet

[OjibwayDreams]

Welcome back Karen, love everything, the meet me in paris and mermaid paper pads are gorgeous. Your mojo will come back. Have you ever made a photobook of your creations for yourself? Maybe a little visual reminder will get your mojo jump started....so thrilled to see you back. Don't be hard on yourself.

[Suehuskins]

I do that and switch to another hobby. I sew for a while, then metalsmith then glassworks then papercraft then woodwork etc. I have numerous hobbies because the older I get the more of a slump I get in. I have all my equipment/tools ready for when the slump hits except my son has finally decided to get into my workshop and mess with my tools so I'm not sure what works and what doesn't but glad he has an interest while home from college. I took a watercolor class and then a calligraphy course at the community college about 10 years ago when I was in a real slump. It helps to check out continuing ed courses also.

[RockyRoadCreationsbyDiana]

I know what you mean.  I'm on a no mojo streak too.  I go to my craft room turn around and walk out.  I hope you find your way back because I really love your work  and your videos and your inspiration.  Hugs, Diana

[sscrafter]

Awesome haul. Mix hadn't seen the Meet Me in Paris paper pad. I'm going to look for that one. Love it. Hope you get your mojo back soon. TFS

[brittanyh]

I know exactly how you feel! Hopefully some of your new goodies will inspire you. I agree if that doesn't work maybe try something new like color pencils painting etc. love all the goodies you got. TFS :)

[Tonniece]

Great haul. I hate not being able to craft. I've been in a slump for quite some time now too and can't seem to the catch the bug again.  hope you start again you've been missed.Hugz

[vickielee]

Hi, Karen! Thrilled to hear from you again. I am doing the "Return mojo to Karen dance"! Hugs . . .