Do you know the feeling of when you dream, plan, and prepare for something for so long and then it’s over?
Part of you is relieved. Part of you may be sad. A lot of you might be tired. BUT, through it all you have a really happy high that you are proud of what you accomplished. I have been dreaming of hosting a Spoonful Lab in my house ever since I dreamed up the idea of hosting craft days last fall.
It’s no secret I love to create and help inspire others to do the same. I feel like if we use our imaginations and try new things, we can create beautiful things for less, and the process of creating can teach us so much. The blog allows me to do a lot of this, but hosting craft days where I can love on, poor in, get to know, and relate with fellow crafters and new friends in person!? That is a side of this whole blogging/business that just lights a fire in me. I love it. Until it is possible to bring you all to my house, I will still take my crafts to you through this blog and my Spoonful Tribe craft kits.
We started the day with my awkward intro/welcome (someday I will be able to nail one of these, but it hasn’t happened yet…luckily most everyone had a drink and pretty swag presents from me in hand as they listened ;)) and making two embroidered hoops. I demonstrated how I make mine, laid out a bunch of fun embellishments and my sewing machine and let everyone get their craft on.
It was so fun to see girls meeting, relating, and encouraging one another in such a short period. I love how these events bring crafting and being relational together. Too of my favorite things! It was so fun to see how some girls put their own spin on something I have created or go totally in their own direction!
I love seeing the originality and creativity come alive! I learn so much from being around other creative people. This was one inspiring day!
After making embroidery hoops, we ate lunch and then made some screen print type pillowcases. I loved everyone’s pillowcase! I had a third craft, but we didn’t even get to it. Everyone took it go. I was so happy to see everyone felt comfortable enough to go at their own pace, create what they wanted…and even felt comfortable to get down on my floor to craft!
I am already dreaming of the next Spoonful Lab. I’m researching and pricing out the supplies I want to use. As soon as I have more information, I will be sure to let you all know. Until then, would you like some of my Swag!?
Making each attendee a felt, flower garland was a true act of love. I hand cut each flower’s petals. I loved it.
I am excited to share, I have a swag bag to give away to one of you! In this swag bag is:
- (1) Heart Swag Canvas Bag
- (1) Felt Flower Garland
- (1) Shine Wood Sign
- (1) Heart Crafting Magnet
- (1) 5″ x 7″ GA Print
- (2) Send Out Love Greeting Cards
- (3) Proud Mom Magnet Clips
Please note: the felt flower garland and proud mom clips are slightly different colors than the ones shown in this picture.
To enter this giveaway, simply let the rafflecopter widget load. Enter in as many ways possible. The winner will be announced on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 11, 2014.
Good luck, and I hope to see you at a Spoonful Lab soon!
Do you ever get tired of store-bought gift bags? I do! They are expensive. Most of the time they are used once and discarded. It just seems like a waste all the way around. But on the flip side, I love giving gifts and need something to put them in. So, I decided to make gift bags that could be used well beyond the gift.
I cut a stencil out that I liked. I big heart is always easy, subtle but has a big message.
I then dabbed paint into my stencil just like I did on my 
Once the paint dries, you have a really pretty and fun gift bag that is as pretty as a screen print and cost you way less. I love how these bags are a gift alone, yet you can use them to give gifts. Add a little ribbon and a card or tag, and it’s ready to go!
This idea of embellishing a pre-existing bag is something I love to do. If you like this idea of taking something premade and just embellishing it, you will like my 
I keep thinking about my Spoonful Lab and a huge smile comes across my face. It was so much fun. Yesterday, I showed you the 
When everyone arrived, they got to get a drink, browse my decor and supplies, and find a seat. They immediately got to mingle, talk and start creating a colorful fabric garland.
It was open and relaxed and I couldn’t have been more pleased. I loved seeing how although I explained some things…everyone took my instruction and put their own twist on it. I am so glad everyone felt the freedom to create what they wanted.
I love seeing the creative process take place, and being apart of it was just icing on the cake. These girls were creative and have skills!
We enjoyed some amazing desserts made by my sweet friend and fellow blogger Libby at 
I shared some of my tips that I use and run through when I paint wood signs. I’ve walked you through a few techniques in different blog posts, but being live I got to babble and go in more depth. It was so fun to explain my creative process without having to worry about how many characters I said it all in. I loved it.
I loved to see the different personalities come out in everyone’s work. We had so much fun!
Don’t feel bad if you missed out on this one. There is another lab coming! I am already dreaming and planning for my next event. On December 5th, I have a lab in Alpharetta, Georgia. 
We are going to create a white feather wreath that is perfect for your Christmas decor and can even carry over into the new year for winter. We will also be creating some Christmas ornaments. This will be a great chance to get out with your girl friends and have some fun and laugh, after (I’m sure) a crazy Thanksgiving weekend. Sign ups are now live! Please go 
Everyone’s earrings, magnets, bookmark (that also acted as our name tag), and card were slightly different. I think they were a hit. I am already planning the next bag of goodies. If you would like to get your hands on the swag items above, please leave me a comment below. I will randomly select a winner this weekend. I would also LOVE if you share my graphic for my Handmade Christmas party around.