Knackcreations

In-spi-ra-tion

stimulation or arousal of the mind, feelings, etc, to special or unusual activity or creativity

Inspiration comes in many different forms. Things that inspire me, may not inspire you. I am always looking for inspiration. I even keep a journal of things that tickle my creative nerve. I have pictures, drawings, articles, stuff from my kids, anything that keeps my creative wheels turning in there. It's been very helpful. When I'm feeling down or just have creative blockage, I like to pull that journal out. Often times I like looking at fellow Etsy members for inspiration too. Especially the Etsy articles, they're great.

Lately I have been blessed with a new kind of inspiration. I have had the honor of being featured on a Etsy treasury and a couple of blogs by fellow Etsy users. This honor alone can seem minimal to some, but not me. It's exciting and inspirational. My most recent experience is thanks to ifrogcrafts.blogspot.com. The most rewarding part of being featured was not to see my item displayed but to read how that item became a part of the post. Karalee's (creator of ifrogcrafts.blogspot.com) postings are heaven sent. You must read http://ifrogcrafts.blogspot.com/2010/10/returns.html. Thanks Karalee for inspiring me.

For the month of September our Pastor, Dr. Michael Maiden, did a 4 part sermon on Create. Reminding us that our lives are defined, controlled and limited by what we think and believe. When we change what we think and believe, it opens a door of new possibilities. Also, Without Him we can do nothing! Go to http://itunes.apple.com/podcast/cftn-podcasts/id291718576 download the 4 part sermon on Create by Dr. Michael Maiden.