I want a SILHOUETTE!!!

Just this past year I’ve really gotten into crafting. It all started with these Halloween bags. I actually learned how to use a sewing machine while making them. I loved the end result so much that I ended up making 9 of them for my nephews/nieces.

From there I moved on to different obsessions. Through crafting I've learned a  lot about myself. I confirmed my suspicions of an addictive personality. Any time I get excited about a craft I go all out and make a bazillion of them until I get sick of making the same thing. Then I move on:D

I am a random crafter. I like to try EVERYTHING. It becomes quite overwhelming. When I find a balance it is so fun, relaxing and gives me a great feeling of accomplishment.

Another thing I learned about myself is my potential. I can make anything I set my mind to. Of course, the whole time factor comes in and reminds me that I have the ability but I just don’t have the time. My kids are more important than crafts.

I am a bit of a perfectionist. I’m not saying that all of the stuff I make is perfect at first, but after about 10 attempts it is acceptable. Which reminds me, sorry for those of you who got bags and the letters fell off. I learned that I should have stitched them on instead of using fabric glue. Mine are stitched so go ahead and stitch yours.

So the last thing I learned is that I NEED A SILHOUETTE MACHINE!!! You probably haven’t heard of it but it is the ultimate tool for a crafter! I have a couple of friends that have one and I am soooooo envious. I know, that’s bad! That is exactly why I need one of my own. Right now, there are tons of crafting blogs that are having a Silhouette giveaway. Of course I’ve entered every single one of them along with THOUSANDS of other people! Probably not gonna win one:( One of the giveaways required that you blog about the giveaway for a chance to win it. That is what inspired this post. So here it is:

http://www.infarrantlycreative.net/2010/11/silhouette-giveaway.html#more

Isn’t it beautiful?

I know what you must be thinking. “If she loves it so much why doesn’t she just get it for Christmas?” Well, I would LOVE to get if for Christmas but there is something else that I’ve been wanting for years and I’m pretty sure I’m getting “that” for Christmas. Definitely can’t afford both. This little beauty is originally $300. So, there it is. By blogging about this giveaway I just put myself in the running for one…along with 2241 others. Wish me luck!