100 Day Project

I’ve been in a creative slump for awhile. I’m blaming it on my craft room being too cold at night - my preferred sewing time - and also on the last grandchild moving across the country. Life is going to be very, very different without little people around, which is sad but also an opportunity. (I’m repeating that several times a day…)

So when I saw The 100 Day Project, I thought ‘hmmm, timely!’ And immediately knew what I wanted to do. It needed to be: portable so it can tag along on trips; flexible so I can do a lot or a little each day; fun so I want to work on it. Bonus that it’s a UFO I really want to finish. 

Part A is embroidery, specifically the Wildflower quilt kit I started back in March 2024 (here). I’d like to learn/practice some new-to-me/renew-my-skills stitches too so Wildflower is a good starting place. Plus, I can finally see close-up again! thanks to last year’s eye surgery and a new pair of up-close glasses. 

Part B is going on a walk everyday, even if it’s just around the block. I’ve gotten badly out of shape (not that I ever exercised much). Being outside, getting some exercise will be good for body, mind and hopefully my sleep schedule. 

Tomorrow is kick off day! Even if I don’t make it the full 100 days, the UFO and I will both be better off than we are today. Win win!

* Judging from past experience, there’s only a slim chance I’ll finish this. Don’t care. It’ll get me moving, with a daily goal, and that’s what I need.