Like today. I've been browsing other craft blogs, and thinking "holy freakin' cow. I will never, ever, ever measure up to that!" or, "I don't have any kids, so my silly little blog doesn't really appeal to the audience that so many other craft blogs do since I'm not making things for kids" (insert huge gasp for breath here) or, "I should just stop blogging and crafting altogether. I'm too busy with work and school." Woe is me. Woe woe woe.
Then, I realize that I literally wouldn't be able to cope without crafting and blogging. I would have no way to de-stress myself, I would have no way to meet other amazing crafters from all around the world, and I definitely would have nothing to do at 3 in the morning when I'm not tired.
So, even if I'm not quite "up to par" with the other craft bloggers, I am so incredibly thankful for the craft blogging community. And, for you!
Sorry for the random post. Sometimes I need to blab.
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Go right ahead and blab! I am new to blogging and I am trying to find my voice. I am not a writer and I feel like my words won't make sense or I don't know what to talk about. I love blogs and I love all kinds and there is room for everyone.
ReplyDeleteI have kids and love crafts for kids, BUT it's refreshing for me to see a blog that isn't all about kid crafts. I also love projects I can ACTUALLY complete.
ReplyDeleteThink about how those of us with teeny tiny blogs feel. ;) I'm not a craft blogger, but I think it's safe to say that many bloggers feel that way from time to time. I do! There is so much talent out there and it is so intimidating!
ReplyDeleteI always feel inadequate...I think it is just something we are born with. I have admired your blog many times thinking "if only I could do that"
ReplyDeleteIt makes me feel good that someone that I admire also thinks the same thing.
Ummmm, 633 followers? I would say you're doing pretty well!
ReplyDeleteI often struggle with my own self-doubt about how I measure up against others. I am trying to make it my resolution to not worry about what others think and to do stuff for myself and my family. Instead of worrying that my house is not clean enough, I am not thn enough, etc. etc.
ReplyDeleteI read your blog faithfully. I like that you need to craft & blog. I relate to it. And I do have kids, so you def. appeal. I just got back to my creative self and think it is a salve for my spirit at time.
Keep it up! :)
Girl, I know exactly what you are saying. Believe I have said those exact words myself a couple of times after browsing others crafty blogs or craft magazines and books.
ReplyDeleteJust human nature. Get back in the saddle and ride after a throw.
Hugs,
Tara
I think we all feel like that sometimes. But...you my dear, are amazing. I adore you! Keep up the blogging. If you run out of things to blog about, just complain about your family! Hahahaaha
ReplyDeleteI {heart} this post!
ReplyDeleteCheck me out SellzCuteThings.blogspot.com
I totally feel this way...but I just love looking at what everyone can do!
ReplyDeleteKEEP IT UP! you know we all love this blog! And you! I know what you mean though, I feel the same way - people are amazing, but there is nothing like the crafting blog community. It's awesome!
ReplyDeleteLove your blog! Don't stop posting!
ReplyDeleteI love your blog and your projects. Please don't stop!!! I have 1 18yr old daughter but I have 15 nieces and nephews. I rarely make things for them though but I enjoy seeing all kinds of projects. I am no pro either; sometimes I end up throwing my whole project right in the trash.....sometimes I laugh about it and sometimes it just royally pisses me off, LOL!! But I keep crafting because I enjoy it. Keep on keeping on....we love what you do.
ReplyDeleteI totally know how you feel.. but you have followers.. so hang in there. I feel like I have nothing to to say or give and things really got bad this last year.. but I am trying to get going and post... I am learning to quilt so I want to put that up.. but boy all you young people have all the energy. lol
ReplyDeleteI love your blog. I love crafting. I just had a baby, but I am interested in all kinds of crafts.
ReplyDeleteKeep blogging. Keep saying what you want to say. We will keep reading.
I have 4 kids and I LOVE that you don't do kids crafts! I love to see thing I want to make for me! Not that I have much time for me things. Lately I have been spending all my laptop time drooling over craft blogs and not bloggin myslef:)
ReplyDeleteI really enjoy your blog. I have kids and often craft for them but sometimes I just need to something for me or my home and your blog is the perfect spot for inspiration. I love your style and your's is one of the blogs I look at hope to one day be like. Its hard not to compare yourself to others but you really are great.
ReplyDelete-Crystal
first of all i love your blog and yes, i feel that way too sometimes but then i realize, i blog for me and i craft because i like to create... in life some people will love ya and some wont love ya but in reality all that really matters is if you love yourself. keep doing what you are doing!
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patricia
I am right there with you. I just started, and sometimes I wonder if I have a future in blogging. Of course, I just remind myself that I like it and it's worth it to me. I heart your blog!
ReplyDeleteok, you don't even know me, but i am a loyal follower, and have hooked my mom and sisters too!
ReplyDeleteI think you have AMAZING projects...and probably the most clever blog title out there :)
Let me see....634 followers....hmmmmm....yes I guess you must really stink and everyone here has bad taste. Better include me in that list because I'm one of those followers :)
ReplyDeleteWho cares if you are having fun and we are all having fun....no need to top anyone....be yourself...I enjoy reading about what "you" are doing....we need all the flowers in the garden to make a bouquet!!
Smiles,
Kelly
I just started following your blog this week so please don't stop! I love it. I have a baby, but I also have a house and areas that really need oops I craft my pants flavor. BTW, LOVE that title. When I told my husband about the new blog I found (through Abbie) he thought that was the best name ever! Your awesome, and even more awesome that you are honest a real about your feeling inadequate. We all feel that. Keep it up though. I've really enjoyed looking through this blog!
ReplyDelete-Nicole
I feel like that all the time. I wish I could think up crafty ideas on my own instead of re-creating other peoples crafts. Like my penguin post that will hit monday. I do love my penguins though. You have to keep blogging because I love crafts and I need all the inspiration I can get.
ReplyDeleteI started to read your first paragraph and then I hit the last part and let out a huge sigh of relief.
ReplyDeleteI didn't even realize I was holding my breath I was so worried you would stop blogging!
Every single time I post, I count on not having comments, and second guess myself. Then, I shrug, and post it anyway. I usually get comments, but I still have a long ways to go, I think.
ReplyDeleteYou're so funny! I just found your blog tonight while 'craft blog hunting'!
ReplyDeleteCute site and I can't wait to start looking around to see what fun things I can find!
Nice to 'meet' you!
You are singing my song! I blog because I love it, but often feel that my little blog doesn't make much difference in this world. I just cannot keep up wit all the latest and greatest out there and that does get to me at times, but I don't know what I would do without my blog...
ReplyDeleteFirst off I totally agree. But for me it isn't so much the blog problem as it is that I am not creative enough or crafty enough.
ReplyDeleteSecond of all I LOVE your blog. I have kids but I love the things you make.
It must be the season to feel inadequate, because I do the same thing when I see all the wonderful crafts others are doing. I read every one of your posts and am thankful when they show up in my dashboard.
ReplyDeleteI know how you feel, too. It's funny though, there seems to be room for all of us. We all have slightly different takes on crafts and different ideas. Probably also helps that it's addictive to read blogs :) I keep finding new ones to follow all the time. I'm waaay behind you on followers so in comparison you're doing great. Keep it up!
ReplyDeleteI too struggle with feelings of inadequacy in all areas of my life, not just crafting.
ReplyDeleteBut a fellow crafter told me something that made me feel a whole lot better: God blessed us all with different talents, and we all have our own unique perspective, making our crafts individualized gifts to the world.
So keep doing what you do. We're all here loving your blog and your ideas.
Yes, yes and YES! I sometimes wonder why I bother when there are so many MUCH COOLER blogs. But, I get a new follower everyday and some lovely comments, which makes me feel all warm inside, so I continue to blog! I just started following your blog and I love it! And hey, I have 2 stinky boys and most of my posts are not kid projects (can we say, selfish?!) I think you appeal to more people than you know!
ReplyDeleteI totally know what you mean! I spend probably 1/3 of my day checking out all the awesome crafting blogs, but I never seem to be able to blog about the stuff I make 'cause to me it's nowhere close to being as cool. I'll take pictures and everything, but then I never post. But I'm going to try to start because even if no one reads it, it's good to have something to do that's worthwhile to you. Right? :D
ReplyDeleteYep, yep and yep. I mirror those thoughts quite frequently. With 638 followers you're obviously doing something right.
ReplyDeleteI prefer that your craft blog isn't all about kids. I don't have any so a lot of the craft blogs leave me without the ability to relate on half their blog posts.
Amen, sister! And I wish I had a tenth of the followers you do!
ReplyDeleteA lot of my woes come in the form of "If only I had an SLR, my blog would be SO much better!" :)
Oh sister, I totally know what you mean! I feel like that every day. I'm a decent copy cat but not really very creative on my own. But like someone else said every day or every few days I get a new follower and people are really encouraging so it makes it worth it. Keep up the great work. I think you're awesome! :)
ReplyDeleteI know this is an old post but I will give you my thoughts anyway...I do the same thing in real life. Always offering my opinion when it wasn't asked for :)
ReplyDeleteI love your blog, it hadn't even dawned on me that you didn't have kids and whenever I have lost a chunk of time on your blog, I say to my self, and sometimes out loud ' I craft my pants' then chuckle to myself. My 5 year old son said to me this afternoon...what does 'I craft my pants mean' I gave the ultimate cop out answer and said 'I'm not sure honey, but that's a very good question' Poor kid must think his Mother is mental... wandering around jabbering about things of which she does not know the meaning.
Ramble ramble..sorry :)