current goings on

Making some gifts for friends and family that are joining us on Thanksgiving. Still love these boxes from Martha Stewart (I bought at Michael's over a year ago). Always wish Martha by Mail still existed. Sorry that it takes me so long to get to projects and by the time I do the products aren't in the store anymore.

 

Making some Christmas paper things using photos of mine and even a flyer from Restoration Hardware.

 

Making a special gift for one of my best friends, Kelly (that those who attend Silver Bella get to know), who's had a hard year. Such a hard year that she's behind in her blog reading, so no worries that the surprise will be revealed too soon. We used to live on the same street. We met while she was out pushing her babes Max and Sam in a stroller and walking her dogs Dave and Greg alongside.  I knew I would love her and her funny take on the world right then. We used to be creative playmates and then she moved across the country. Still makes me sad to think of the loss, but I do get to see her when we meet yearly at Silver Bella. So I'm sending this pick me up. An advent calendar sort of gift box. 25 treats for her to open whenever she feels the need, or one a day until Christmas.

 

Of course, what I really need to be doing is grocery shopping and cleaning. I am so easily distracted to making things instead. So much more fun. But seriously, in an attempt at honesty, here is the office desk this morning, as is, untouched.

 

Need I say more? I think not. Hope your Thanksgiving Holiday prep is coming together with a little less feet dragging than mine!

Comments

[Colette]

What a wonderful, thoughtful gift that is for your friend. Here's a warm hug for you!

Luckily in Canada we get Thanksgiving over with in October so there's only christmas to think about right now.

[cerri]

I love, love, love the gift you made for your friend! That is such a wonderful and thoughtful idea! I may make a version of that for my Mom, she would love it too. :)
Thanks for the inspiration!
Cerri

[Beth Evans-Ramos]

I really enjoyed visiting with Kelly at vendor night, and LOVE the necklace I got from her. Please tell her hello from her new "pig in slop" friend when you have a chance. She will adore her advent present from you!

Beth of Salvage Studio

[Lisa Super]

I don't think I could hold back and just open one little envelope a day, they look so inviting! Sweet idea and what a sweet friend you are!

Lisa

[Ellen]

I can so relate to your post; nice to stay in touch with friends(I'm a military spouse), my
friends are all over the country from Maine to Alaska.

My house looks like a tornado hit it and my hubby will be home tomorrow(he's been out to sea-sea trials. They go out for a week, here and there to train. I have a lot of pick up and shove here and there to do. Love you idea ...don't we all know someone like that.
I may do that for my Mom; Thanks Pam for the
inspiration!

[Jeannie]

Brilliant idea for your friend! Your desk top looks like mine and it will only get worse - but I'll be having fun! ;) Have a wonderful Thanksgiving.

[Lori Oles]

I am so happy to have met Kelly and I look forward to getting to know her. What a wonderful little pick me up for a dear friend.
Lori

[charlotte]

miss you too and love that you are doing that for Kelly. she deserves every little bit of love out there with a number on it. xo!!

[Alison Gibbs]

Love that last photo - looks like my desk - chaotic.
Hope kelly enjoys opening your gifts as she needs to
Alison

[luckygirlgifts]

I'm glad I'm not the only one who misses Martha by Mail. Maybe we should start a petition or something :-)
Have a wonderful Thanksgiving.
Thanks as always, for the inspiration.
Cari B.

[Rachel]

What a fun surprise for Kelly! And that desk looks a bit like mine :)

Happy Thanksgiving.

[Beth Perry]

I love all of your current goings on!!!
Have a great Thankgiving!
B

[Modern Crush]

Ohh Pam, at least the desk is pretty<3

[Karla Nathan]

I really enjoyed spending time with Kelly in Omaha, and am glad to hear that you are sending her a special treat!

Karla

[Robin]

Hi Pam,
I love the sweet advent bags for Kelly. I got to have breakfast with her on Sunday morning with Karla Nathan and she is such a sweet soul! She mentioned her "hard year" and that she doesn't read blogs. I warned her not to start as she will get sucked down that rabbit hole so fast never to return!
Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
Robin
PS I took your Holly Days class and really enjoyed it, but also LOVED when you let me look at your journals....pure inspiration there! Thank you so much for that...it was one of the highlights of Silver Bella!

[Sheila at Halo Hill]

Well, it really looks good to ME! You should see my workshop. Yikes!

Happy Thanksgiving,

Sheila

[Lucinda Keller]

LOVE the photo ornament with the music! I am now inspired to get crafty for gifts this season! Thank you!!!!

[gabrielle]

What a special treat for your dear friend. I'm sure as much as you create your table deserves to be a mess. What are those acorns? is that food? they looked a lot like some ornaments I saw at Rogers Gardens. ...How did you make them? I miss Martha by Mail too... Happy Holidays to you.

[holly]

i do enjoy time, little it may be, with kelly, who leads you to believe the world she's living, is the best and happiest here on earth. her spirit, always glowing on the outside. best to her always. best to you always, as well pam, kelly is very blessed to call you friend.