1. Decide upon a theme. It’s rather like deciding upon a topic for an article, book or magazine. What is your focus? It can be seasonal. It can be decorative and focused on colors, shapes and textures. It can be babies, animals, cars, characters, or foods. It can be an event. It can be anything you want it to be!!  If you need an extra mental push, Google your theme and choose for the results to be shown in images.
2. Gather your materials and begin. You’ll have a general idea of how you want the completed project to look. But, once you’ve begun, you’ll find that something doesn’t look quite the way you’d like and you’ll change it. That’s being creative, my friend! You might decide to discard a part or change its color or texture. Or, you might need to add something more.
3. Evaluate the completed project. Do you need to make further changes? Remember, this is your project and; therefore, it does not have to look like anything you’ve ever seen before. Don’t compare it against what others have done. Judge it solely on what you like.  You are an individual, not a copy of anyone else. Let your project reflect that. It’s called personal style!

Here are some recent inspirations of my own.

Recent Diaper Cakes

Creative Inspiration:
Craft Ideas
Craft Town
Martha Stewart
Woman’s Day
Better Homes and Gardens
Joann Fabric and Craft
Craft Gossip
Fave Crafts
Country Living
Craft Place

 So, let’s get to it! This first photo of a crocheted alligator reminds me of the joy I had as a young mother eager to create some fun for my children. Little did I know then that my grandchildren would also enjoy this soft cuddly creature. Now that’s a fun heirloom!

Inspired fun!

Here is one more crocheted item. I love to crochet! I tried to knit once upon a time. In fact, the first and only project I ever created was a pair of bright orange slippers for my husband. We were dating at the time and I guess I was trying to impress him. He graciously accepted them. I wonder what ever happened to those slippers? Anyway, knitting was a bit frustrating for me with dropped stitches and having to be coordinated enough to handle two needles at once. Ha! Now you know why I love to crochet! One hook! I wonder if crocheting is quicker than knitting. What do you think?  Ah, the one more crocheted item, here it is. Baby booties. When I think “baby”, I always think “baby booties”.

Classic Baby Booties

Now, let’s share some great handmade baby crafts! Enjoy! (*The products spotlighted are intended for inspirational purposes only.) I’ve decided to list only 5 sites per day; otherwise, I’d be doing this all day. I tend to get carried away with what I love doing.

 Fingertip Inspiration
 
Starbright Baby Teething and Toddler Giraffes
Vintage Chenille Baby Quilt
 Baby Kimonos
Hello Kitty Baby Booties
20 Handmade Baby Shower Gifts

I have to say, I’m so glad I started this blog. What better way to start the day than to share what I love? Please share your thoughts, ideas and creative finds. I look forward to hearing from you!