Odds and Ends

Last weekend I attended a workshop held by the local fabric shop, but for beading instead of patchwork. It was three hours of people just getting together creating. Some people were absolute beginners, and some, like myself, just enjoyed chatting and creating at the same time. Here's a couple of items I made from my stash. There's one more necklace I learnt how to make, but I want to attach the clasp before I unveil it.

I'm struggling with the length of the holidays. Sacrilege I know, but for me, holidays are hard. My husband works most days, and I am left at home alone, wondering what on earth to do with myself. You would think this would be a fantastic time to create, but it really isn't. I strive on human interaction and I doubt myself when I'm alone. I don't find joy in housework, and feel useless when it's not done.

To end this odd and probably unbelievable post, here's a find from the local thrift shop. $4 for all these needles and few other odds and ends. Some of them are bent, but hey - I like bent.