A stop at a local shop bursting with stimulation &
inspiration, add an iced coffee mocha and...
the Rest is History…
There’s a small shop in town that specializes in cramming
every bit of its space with (new) STUFF. I used to enjoy going into this store while
attending university. In fact, this type of small shop reminds me of browsing
and shopping in Japan. I loved it! Real estate is very expensive in Japan, so making
a space, however small, profitable is important. In fact, many of the shops are
truly storefronts with their small personal living space behind a curtain at
the back. It’s not unusual to find the shopkeeper watching tv, cooking for the
family or doing other household tasks when I came by. I would peruse the space
like a detective so I wouldn’t miss any nook or cranny. I had a fascination
with all the items, some unfamiliar and curious. In any case, it’d been a long
time since I’d stopped at this local shop, so after “visiting” the dentist
(argh!) and being on that end of town, I decided to “reward” myself (ever do
this??) and venture in, just for a little look. An hour later…
After returning home and eating lunch, I enjoyed an iced
mocha at 2pm. I make it a habit, for my health, to take a daily rest, usually by
2pm but I didn't get to it early enough today. As I shut my eyes, it swiftly became apparent
that actual sleep wouldn't be happening, no matter how long I lay there. Images flooded my head. My mind took
flights of fancy, envisioning sewing and art endeavors that put a smile on my
face. Excitement increased as each image and idea fled by, and I knew I was swamped…wrong beverage
to drink at 2pm! So I gave up.
This is one idea I had today, and I will designate it as my project for "Works in Progress" Wednesday:
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| A seasonal banner |
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| Close-up |
I envision this little banner to be capable of hanging on
a wall, a mantle, a shelf…wherever someone wants to add holiday cheer!
So
I’m still working out the details.
What flights of fancy have come to you lately?
