I'm still here!

Hello gals and gents. yes, i've been neglecting you. But things are returning to normal now.

I've been on vacation for the last two weeks. And I have accomplished little. I shouldn't say that. I got a lot done before Christmas, but after, I've been lazing around. Spent lots of time with the boyfriend. Got way too much sleep. Spent too much money eating out.

But I head back to work tomorrow and things should return to normal. I plan to buy a digital camera soon, so hopefully that will mean lots of crafty pictures!

Here is a camera-phone pic of the earrings I made for my 13-yr old cousin's kid. I had her name in the family gift exchange. I also gave her a purse I made a long time ago, and some stationary customized with her name all wrapped up in a hat box I decorated. The gift went over very well. I was tickled.

Vicki's got a brand new blog

One of the magazines I work for decided that each editor would have to write a blog. Oh, and we're supposed to post new things 2-3 times a week! HA

So I was the first to put something up, and if you'd like to read it, here's
the link

Actually, if you'd like to frequently read it, so that I get lots of hits, and become the Cool Editor, that would be great. I'm going to add the link to my toolbar on the right.

NOW FOR THE FUN STUFF!


snoman
Originally uploaded by vreitz.

Here is a picture of the packaging I made for my friend Liz's present! It is a paper mache box covered in felt. The design is my original, but the concept to cover a box in felt is not my own.

Don't forget to read my new work blog. Often. :)

Self-Portrait Tuesday

This month's theme is Reflective Surfaces.

still crafty after all these years

Imaginary blog readers (IBR): Vicki, why have't you posted lately, have you stopped crafting?

Vicki: heck no. I am very busy crafting some holiday projects. I'm making Christmas Cards and also creating cool packaging for a gift.

IBR: Let's see the pictures!

Vicki: I can't post pictures because the recipients might look at my blog before they get their cards in the mail.

IBR: Darn, we love seeing your blurry low-resolution pictures!

Vicki: Have no fear, I'll post a pic of the packaging on Monday and the card a few days after they mail.

IBR: So we have only your witty banter to look forward to reading?

Vicki: I guess so. Here are some links to keep you occupied:

Cotton ball goodness over at Wee Wonderfuls.

Gift-giving guides at Thimble

Christmas cuteness at Moki's

I'm in the Black!

I am now officially in the black.

I've been tracking my Net Worth since July, and I now, for the first time, have more assets than I owe. I have a net worth of...... $39.30!

I know. It's exciting! ;)

In other news, I made a little holder for my ipod and bus pass. This camera phone doesn't do the colors justice. It is actually a very attractive yellow and yellow-striped fabric.

Ipod, Bus pass holder
Originally uploaded by vreitz.

another goal met

I did it. I saved up $269 for Christmas presents. I am stunned by how painless it was. Most of it was rebate money, ebay money, and cashback bonus money. I really only took $60 out of my checking account to start it.

The next short-term savings goal will be to save up for a digital camera -- but that's a project for next year. So any unexpected money will go straight to the emergency fund, which is not growing as fast as I'd like.

I spent the weekend in Kentucky with Mike's family, so i have no crafty news to report. I need to catch up with the laundry, cleaning, and grocery shopping.