The Comfy Crafting Cafe Challenge

fairyclicks

I have to confess to having spent lots of money in the past few weeks on craft supplies - things i don't even know why i bought them tbh - not really sure what came over me

On the positive side i have sold some things again and i have been crafting like a loony the past few days (though starting lots of things yet again!!!!)

Yesterday i did manage to complete the main part of the bolero i came across and just need to do the edging now. Here is a wee pic of what it looks like at the minute :rotfl:



and a wee pic of some crochet - not even sure what this is going to be yet! lol



I have also started 2 doggy toys, a knitted fairy, a knitted bag and a crocheted bag all since Tuesday :rotfl::rotfl: there is probably more as well........ hmmmmmm think i have some sort of craft starting illness :rotfl::rotfl:

simplydevine05

fairyclicks wrote: »

I have to confess to having spent lots of money in the past few weeks on craft supplies - things i don't even know why i bought them tbh - not really sure what came over me

On the positive side i have sold some things again and i have been crafting like a loony the past few days (though starting lots of things yet again!!!!)

Yesterday i did manage to complete the main part of the bolero i came across and just need to do the edging now. Here is a wee pic of what it looks like at the minute :rotfl:



and a wee pic of some crochet - not even sure what this is going to be yet! lol



I have also started 2 doggy toys, a knitted fairy, a knitted bag and a crocheted bag all since Tuesday :rotfl::rotfl: there is probably more as well........ hmmmmmm think i have some sort of craft starting illness :rotfl::rotfl:

Me too. I'm addicted. I now have four cushions on the go and yet today I didn't even want to get out of bed. The only reason I did get up was because I have some tiles that need finishing by Saturday morning at the latest and as each stage takes around an hour for the five tiles, plus 3-6 hours drying time depending on which part I'm doing, it's very time consuming. I'm just not in the mood and I'm having an awful week. I saw a new doctor yesterday who said he can make me better in six months. You would expect me to be happy but I can't see past the next six months of still not being able to live. Plus it will be a painful procedure that I have to endure three times. The last thing I had done cell like I was being sliced open and I nearly passed out. I was told that would make me better too. I'm not having a very good time at all lately and my partner has decided he's off to alton towers for two days next week leaving me on my own with no idea how I will manage with my son. To top it off he's going on my birthday resulting in me cancelling my birthday lunch with my mum because I simply cannot do that after 24 hours on my own. It is quite simply fantastic news

fairyclicks

simplydevine05 wrote: »

Me too. I'm addicted. I now have four cushions on the go and yet today I didn't even want to get out of bed. The only reason I did get up was because I have some tiles that need finishing by Saturday morning at the latest and as each stage takes around an hour for the five tiles, plus 3-6 hours drying time depending on which part I'm doing, it's very time consuming. I'm just not in the mood and I'm having an awful week. I saw a new doctor yesterday who said he can make me better in six months. You would expect me to be happy but I can't see past the next six months of still not being able to live. Plus it will be a painful procedure that I have to endure three times. The last thing I had done cell like I was being sliced open and I nearly passed out. I was told that would make me better too. I'm not having a very good time at all lately and my partner has decided he's off to alton towers for two days next week leaving me on my own with no idea how I will manage with my son. To top it off he's going on my birthday resulting in me cancelling my birthday lunch with my mum because I simply cannot do that after 24 hours on my own. It is quite simply fantastic news

Aw SD thats pretty rotten of your partner going off on your birthday that would annoy me enough without any of the other things going on as well!!

Regarding the health things I think it is natural to feel low about things like that - each day can be such a struggle and 6 months feels like a lifetime away. Also having been through painful procedures without it working before you are bound to have doubts and concerns too!

Without wanting to pry too much i was wondering if you had thought about applying for DLA for example? or seeing if there is any additional help you can access? It might be worth talking to a health organisation local to you to see if there is anything they can do to help.

I too am having some problems along the same line, but i am getting a good bit of support through a local condition management program. I had the doctor tell me last week the conditions i have are likely to get much worse and i am likely to need a hip replacement! It is not the kind of news you expect to hear at the age of 42. Over the past 6 - 9 months i have had so many complications and consequences relating to my health i feel like i have aged about 20 years - I know its not easy, and i know its hard to see past any of it really - trust me i have had many's a day where i just feel like i don't know how to go on - some days i feel a bit more positive than others and its a relief to have those days come along - I hope you manage to get a little bit of relief soon yourself! Huge hugs and i hope you enjoy doing some of your tile work today!

Take Care xxxx

psychopathbabble

simplydevine05 wrote: »

Me too. I'm addicted. I now have four cushions on the go and yet today I didn't even want to get out of bed. The only reason I did get up was because I have some tiles that need finishing by Saturday morning at the latest and as each stage takes around an hour for the five tiles, plus 3-6 hours drying time depending on which part I'm doing, it's very time consuming. I'm just not in the mood and I'm having an awful week. I saw a new doctor yesterday who said he can make me better in six months. You would expect me to be happy but I can't see past the next six months of still not being able to live. Plus it will be a painful procedure that I have to endure three times. The last thing I had done cell like I was being sliced open and I nearly passed out. I was told that would make me better too. I'm not having a very good time at all lately and my partner has decided he's off to alton towers for two days next week leaving me on my own with no idea how I will manage with my son. To top it off he's going on my birthday resulting in me cancelling my birthday lunch with my mum because I simply cannot do that after 24 hours on my own. It is quite simply fantastic news

I don't have much to say on the medical side except I hope you feel better soon and make the right decision for yourself.

As for the birthday thing, I would be so mad. I've actually dumped a boyfriend before for not booking the evening off work (I'd told him to ages before as we were going for dinner). Can you make some sort of alternative arrangements... maybe your mum could get some nice things from shop and you have a tea party at your place? Or something like that....

Kepp

I'm sorry to hear all the Devine I have no good advice re health stuff but I am thinking of you and hope things get better. Feel free to come on here and have a good rant anytime - it helps xx

I took yesterday off to get cracking with stuff for the craft fair - got three wreathes wrapped and ready for decorating.

I then spent far too long trying to crochet a rose that ended up resembling more an ornamental cabbage than a rose! :rotfl:Think I've got it figured out now though. Wish you lived near me Fairy, I could so use your knitting/crochet skills!

simplydevine05

Well, yesterday and today I have thrown myself into work in order to occupy my mind. Today has been very productive and I'm very pleased with the outcome as I have ticked several things off my list. I definitely find crafty stuff relaxing. So here are my wares, and they're all new products I will be selling.
Cushions for my sister:

I have some more of this fabric in a different colourway that I made a bin from, and am going to cover a table with (eventually), and I'm thinking I may have to make more cushions out of them to keep.
Fabric bracelets, the first with no fastening and the second with a snap fastener
A nursery rhyme cushion
A pin cushion (for me!)
Two pillowcases to match my new bedroom curtains (that are still not up)
And my dodgy fabric wrapping of a present because I ran out of wrapping paper

I'm loving the bracelets and I get to keep some too. I will go onto necklaces soon, and elasticated bracelets too to use up some elastic. I also made a birthday card for my sister last night.

A theraputic few days and I've run myself ragged, which I have really known about today. Thank you all so much for your support.

Fairy - I do get DLA, but in terms of help that's it. My GP and childminder have contacted social services on my behalf about home help but they won't get involved, and I have had occupational therapy round too. That's about all there is round here, and when I don't live near family it's really hard. Your bolero is looking fab!

In defence to my boyfriend, it is work related and it will probably help with getting a promotion. He's trying to move up so I don't have to return to my old job. It's just come at the worst time and I'm petrified of being responsible for my son on my own overnight. I'm worried sick because if something happens I'm on my own with a four year old. There have been times when I've ripped a load of ligaments going up the stairs and not been able to move, and if any light bulbs go it blows all the electrics and the circuit board is through a cupboard and then downstairs. Since not being able to do anything on my own my confidence has disappeared. I'm trying not to be cross with him but I can't help it. He did suggest asking his mum to babysit while we go and do something next weekend, but 48 hours on my own will finish me off so I've said there's no point. I wouldn't enjoy it and I need my energy because the week after I have my son for 3 days straight on my own (cue bored and whinging child).

To top off my week, my gp telling my work, for the second time, that I cannot work is apparently not enough and I have to go for a medical. God knows how they expect me to do that and I am not a performing animal who will show off my walking skills. They have only fuelled my anxiety. I just don't know what has got into me at all. What a week. I would wish it over and done with but next week is worse :-(

Anyway, enough of my rambling! Hope everyone is having a productive weekend too x

sb88_2

Love those cushions simplydevine05! They are lovely!

I was hoping for a little feedback? I'm considering a business venture trying to sell some of the things that I make, but I'm not sure if people would be interested. This is a bag I've made from a recycled military jacket and belt! I love recycling things I wont include a link to my blog, but if anyone is interested there is one in my useprofile.

fairyclicks

Helllllllllooooooooo

Beccie - if i can help anyway just shout - i'm happy to be flown over for consultations :rotfl::rotfl:

SD - my advice is to tell work (in writing) that you are happy for a medical to be completed however due to your health you would need it to happen in your own house funny how suddenly they can change their minds when it will cost them a fortune LOL!!

As you are on DLA already have you thought about claiming carers allowance and employing someone who could come and help you when OH is away??? I'm not surprised you are anxious about it, but as you have explained a bit more now its understandable re the job situation! Would his mum maybe come round to yours for a little while even just for some moral support for you? Or maybe could you plan something like having a neighbour call in or even just give you a number to ring them if you needed help with the little one while OH away? That might help to reduce your anxiety a bit?

And your cushions are fab i'm sure your sister will be delighted with them and well done on the bracelets too - i've been doing something quite similar lol - must take a pic

SB - i love your bag - great recycling done there I must check out your blog

fairyclicks

hmmmm can't find my bracelet thingy to take a pic, will take one when i find it again lol!

For some reason i decided to start another project yesterday BUT i have finished it today :j:j:j



Excuse the blurry pic tho :P

thistledome

I've only just found this thread, can I join in? :j

I've got millions of crochet projects half finished or in various stages of planning etc. This is the first thing I've finished for ages. Bit corny, but I love it - my old Nan used to make them years ago and I always wanted one.:o