its almost laughable...

Well, I have so many good intentions but am so good at sabotaging myself...and here we go again!

Katie was trying to set up a website for me, but that does not seem to be working out, so we might just stick w/ this and see if I can figure out how to maximize it. And maybe even figure out how to personalize it. Hmmmm...

I've been working hard to get lots of goodies done for my upcoming HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE this Saturday. I'm happy to have 8 other fine women representing quality companies:

ARBONNE
DISCOVERY TOYS
PAMPERED CHEF
PREMIER DESIGNS
SCENTSY
TASTEFULLY SIMPLE
THIRTY-ONE
UPPERCASE LIVING

I hope we'll have a decent turn out. I admit I get the feeling that not everyone did as much as they could to invite everyone they know. I have a couple theories on that, but will not voice them. Suffice it to say I'm disappointed that everyone didn't 'go all out' to encourage their circle to stop by, giving other businesses some new exposure. Hmmmm....

I still have not ventured outside this house w/ any of my 'stuff'....not enough courage. Anxious to see what kind of reception I get from our little gathering on Saturday...it will be telling. It'll tell me whether or not to even bother with any of this.

Thing is, tho, I just enjoy it so much. I love the creative process and the actual 'work' of making an idea come to life. But seems there is little interest in hand-made items. I 'think' my work is quality - clean, simple and artistic - but few want to actually pay for that. Granted, hand-made items, esp if they are truly one-of-a-kind, cost more because of all the TLC and TIME that goes into every single piece...and $$ IS an object.

I know there are people actually making $ out there...or at least breaking even. I'm so far from that. So, can I keep going for only the JOY of it?? Have to think that through....

Will post a few more photos of my recent efforts.

Enjoy your day!