Make/upcycle more sewing projects
Inspired by my friend Amy over at craftandthrift, I would like to do more sewing this year using stuff I already have stashed away. This also nicely links into another aim of learning how to use my over-locker, and the embroidery software on my sewing machine (seriously, that thing is more computer than sewing machine and I've been scared to use it!)
I've set myself a flexible target of 1 making item per month (flexible in that I may make 3 things one month, and then nothing for 2). That might just be sewing a few bits of ribbon or buttons onto a tired old shirt to restyle it, but it still counts.
Decorate the house
We've been in our house for 2 years now, and the decorating progress has stagnated. Except for Rowan's room, the whole house needs decorating. Frankly, it can be overwhelming when you list the jobs that need doing (and remember how I love lists?). So much so you end up doing nothing. I'm going to break down the jobs so they are more achievable, and accept that sometimes I can't complete the whole project in a weekend. For example, this evening I finished putting a second coat of gloss on one of the doors. I ran out of steam for the second door and just packed up. Normally I'd push myself to complete the last coat as I hate half finished jobs. Sometimes it's better to conserve your energy for another day. I'm hoping this change in attitude will help maintain motivation.
I'm not making a massive list of self-improvements. I think that sort of thing is a continual process anyway (e.g. improving fitness; do more for charity; declutter; attain Nirvana etc.). Plus, who knows how much spare time I'll have in the next year with a 2 year old to entertain! Especially as I probably have potty training to look forward to this year. Yay to no more nappies! Boo to the inevitable wet bedding and accidents!
More of this in 2015, and less wasting time on social media!
