to do in 2008
Here’s what I hope to accomplish in 2008. This is not a list of resolutions, properly-worded measurable objectives for a government grant application, or a business plan. It is simply a list of things I want (or in many cases need) to do. That way I have some direction when I step into my studio for an hour or three. Hopefully I won’t ever have to wonder, “What should I do now?”
1. Complete all writing/designing commitments for Citrus Belt Quilters ( CBQ) and Cotton Spice.
2. Continue teaching throughout the year and develop a new quilt embellishment class.
3. Finish writing my jewelry book manuscript and move closer towards getting it published.
4. Complete my first self-published embellished quilt pattern.
5. Learn to free-motion quilt correctly.
6. Be prepared ahead of time to fill a table at the CBQ Holiday Boutique.
7. Create accessories for both the CBQ California Dreamin’ and the 2008 Hoffman Challenges.
8. Explore felting.
9. Actually start making Quilt M.
10. Participate in a few Fast Friday Fiber Challenge mini quilt challenges.
11. Always have a hand-work project available for idle moments.
12. Blog more.
I want to learn to free motion quilt correctly also. May we all do enough of what we want or need to do this year to feel good about it at next New Year.
I like #5. Does this mean you’ve been doing it wrong?
The Hoffman Challenge, eh?
Another person for the Hoffman Challenge! Great! It’s going to be fun to see what everyone comes up with.
Yes, I’m trying for the Hoffman Challenge. Just bought the fabric yesterday. Although you need to know that I have the HC fabric from 2007 and either 2005 or 2006 in my stash and haven’t turned in a thing yet. Perhaps this is the year.
Rian–
Yes I’ve been doing it wrong. I know you’re not supposed to turn the quilt sandwich, but I usually do it anyway. Most of my quilts are so small that I’ve gotten away with it all these years.
Well, guess what! I’ve been doing it wrong, too!
Rian,
If it works that’s fine. There’s no quilt police here to monitor anybody’s stitching habits. It’s just that as the quilts get larger, it’s more difficult to rotate them in that small space. I know there are many people who manage it and do great quilting, but working that way is no fun for me. And I definitely believe that quilting should be lots of fun!
laura