Friday, December 18, 2009

I haven't blogged in a while. But I DID manage to sell a few more things. Al, my fiance, and I sold 16 itmes on eBay. We made a profit of $175.34. But since we are splitting that I made $87.76. So for 16 items I made $5.48 each. Not quite up to the $10 I'm looking for. Still, I'm making progress. If we keep going I could reach my $20,000 goal... eventually.

I was really hoping that we'd sell a lot of things on eBay. I had listed 26 items and only sold 16 of them. Don't get me wrong, I'm very grateful for the money I did make. I just thought I'd be able to unload all of those items. I think I may wait until after Christmas to re-list and list new items. I can have an after Xmas sale.

I refuse to give up on my goal to sell 2000 Things for $10 each. If I could make an extra $20,000 this year, I could really have a stress-free wedding! Okay, not much time to blog today. Better get to wrapping all my Christmas gifts!

Monday, October 26, 2009

Hooray! I did sell some mugs on ebay. I have to split the profits with Al, my fiance. The dollar amounts I posted are my half of the profits only. Now I'm up to $112.78. Only $19887.22 to go! Although it does seem a little silly, my goal, I am up $112.78. That's not bad for playing around on ebay! I'll keep plugging away. Hopefully I'll reach my goal in time for my wedding! We can use all the extra money we can get! Time to head off to my weekly job of entertaining folks in the sky. I'm hoping for no drama!

Thursday, October 22, 2009

A little discouraged today as 4 album sets didn't sell on ebay. But I'm not giving up!!! I will sell 2000 Things for $10 each! And soon.

Thursday, October 15, 2009

Still Selling

I sold some more albums on ebay. Still not quite making $10 an item. But I'm happy to be making money! I don't know if I'll make my 2000 Things for $10 each, but I sure am gonna try! Especially now that Al and I are engaged and planning a wedding.

I did make one of my fairies! I have to take pictures and see if I can sell her on etsy.com. She's a very pretty Fall Fairy in copper. I need to figure out how to put pictures on here so I can showcase my art dolls. Slowly but surely I'm making my way. I feel hopeful that I can get my art out there. Now we'll just have to see if anyone actually LIKES my art! ;) But I like creating it, so even if I never sell another thing, it makes me happy!

Okay, time to rest so I can get crafty in the morning. I'm excited that I was able to put more toward my 2000 Things!

Monday, October 5, 2009

I said YES!

This past Saturday, my boyfriend Al, his son, Addison, our dog, Roxy and I were getting our family photos taken in Davidson by Seth Snider (http://sethsniderphotography.blogspot.com/). He is an awesome young phtographer and has such a great vibe. If anybody in the greater Charlotte area needs photos taken, I highly recommend Seth! Anyway, back to my story!

We are walking about Davidson having these great pictures taken. First we're in casual clothes and have several pictures taken. Then we change into our dressier clothes for some more formal-ish photos (I hesitate to say formal as we are outside in Davidson on a gorgeous Saturday evening). Seth takes us to this great "wishing well" on the Davidson campus. He tells me to stand at the top and not turn around til he counts to 3. That way my hair will be blowing in the wind. Seems perfectly logical to me... I'll look like a model. Well, he counts to three.

One, two, three! I turn around and there is Al down on one knee with a bouquet of flowers. At this point I am smiling ear to ear, but still think this is just a photo opportunity. Then, Al pulls out my Great-Grandmother's diamond ring. With tears in his eyes and barely able to speak, Al asks me to marry him. I could not have asked for a more romantic proposal. Everything was perfect. The setting, the sunset, having Al and Addison with me. Even having Seth there to capture the moment on film. It was truly a breathtaking moment. Of course, I said yes!

I, Sarah-Star, an engaged woman, can't wait to see how our photos turn out! I was so surprised. I had no idea Al even had the ring! He's had it since June when my parents came to visit us. I'm so happy my mom didn't spoil the secret, even though I am sure she was dying to tell me Al already had the ring. Especially since I had just last week asked her to bring it at Thanksgiving! I'm also proud of Addison for helping Al plan (and keeping the ring and flowers hidden in a bad while we had the pictures taken... I thought he was just carrying extra clothes to have another wardrobe change). I'm so thankful to Seth for helping this all come to fruition. He did a great job and I really was surprised. But I am most thankful to my fiance, Al (I have a fiance!).

Al did such a wonderful job planning this. His proposal, though it may seem simple to some, was more than I ever could have asked or hoped for. I've known for a long time that Al loves me, but now it's as if there is some magical seal on our love and relationship. Maybe I'm just being a silly romantic, and I know that nothing is going to change in our relationship simply because we are engaged. But I guess this sort of gives me peace of mind. It's the next step in our journey together. And I am enjoying every moment of this journey. Al truly is my best friend and my lover and everything I could ever want in a life partner. And I thank God for letting our paths cross.

I"M GETTING MARRIED! And to the man I love!!!

Monday, September 28, 2009

Inspire Greatness!

Okay, so I'm a little behind on my goal. I've sold 8 things and only made $67.23 in profit. That is $12.77 short of my $10 each goal. But I have every confidence that it will all equal out in the end. I have more items to sell on ebay and I have a lot more art to create!

As I said before, I wish I could take my art with me on my trips. I have loads of down time in my hotel rooms and it would be a great way to pass the time. Plus, I'd be less inclined to go out with my crewmates and spend money. Unfortunately, I already pack my suitcases full. I also like to have all my craft supplies surrounding me while I work. You never know when some tiny little trinket will inspire greatness!

I'll be back to work tonight after having a few days off to celebrate my boyfriend, Al's, birthday. It was great to have some time off. But that first day back to work each week is always the hardest. I'll be home again this coming weekend. We're having professional family photos taken and I can't wait. I know our family is a little unique... me, my boyfriend, his 17yr old son, and our dog, but I think the pictures will be fun. I found an amazing photographer here in Huntersville. He really thinks outside of the box. The photos will be taken outdoors and we get a costume change! Well, we'll be wearing one set of dressy clothes and then a more casual outfit. I hope they turn out well!

Okay, enough rambling. I have to get ready for my day job!

Sunday, September 27, 2009

I wish I were creating! It's hard to make time. I really wish I could take my art with me. The life of a flight attendant. Forever stuck with kiddie scissors.

Friday, September 25, 2009

Techie me

Not only am I becoming technologically savvy, so is my Mom! She even has her own blog that I think everyone should check out! I have to get some tips from her as she has music on her blog! Okay, off to Costco. More blogging soon!
Just testing out this whole blogging from my phone thing. I can't believe how technologically savvy I'm becoming!

Friday, September 18, 2009

I'm doing it! Slowly, but surely!

So I am actually making money towards my goal to Sell 2000 Things for $10 each! I listed some items on ebay and sold them. I haven't done the math yet as I've been out flying all week. But it looks like I've made just over $60. I know it's not much, but I have to start somewhere. I also sold 8 things to get that $60, but I'm not giving up hope that everything will average out in the end.

I want to keep a list posted of everything I sell and for how much so I can see my progress. I think that'll help keep me encouraged. I can't believe I'm making money. It's pretty exciting!

Now I need to work on my art. I've just been flying so much that it's hard to create. I still keep a journal while flying. That way I'm able to brainstorm ideas. I just need to make sure when I am home that I devote some time to creating (and maybe less time watching reality shows on tv).

Okay, $60 down... only $19940 to go!

Wednesday, August 26, 2009

2000 Things

I had a minor surgery this past Friday and am just now feeling well enough to write.

So my big plan to create some revenue for myself? I have decided that if I can simply sell 2000 things for $10 each... I'll have $20,000! Crazy idea?! Probably.

My boyfriend loves me and wants to marry me and start a family with me, but we both agree we need a little nest egg first. The costs for a wedding and a baby are overwhelming! I'm not blogging for sympathy. I'm hoping for encouragement. And for inspiration. I know starting a family can be expensive. If I can figure out a creative way to save money for our new beginning... I'll be so happy! But even if I only make enough to support my artistic passion, I'll be grateful.

Back to my idea... Sell 2000 Things for $10 each. What will I sell? For starters I have some great old albums I inherited to sell on ebay. We also plan to have a yard sale this fall. And hopefully I'll be able to start creating some art and selling it! I usually end up giving it away. In fact I'm gonna have a hard time asking anyone for money. I think art should be shared. Plus, I still have the fear that no one will like what I create.

Will I actually be able to sell 2000 Things for $10 each? I guess we'll find out. My goal is to do this by my next birthday, May 21, 2010. I really think this can be done. And I hope to find the support and advice I need throught blogging. I have already been inspired by several other blogs. Now it's time for me to get off the computer and create!

Monday, August 17, 2009

Jumping In

This whole blogging thing is new to me. But I want to be able to share thoughts and ideas with others. Who knows? Maybe I'll even inspire a few people. I'm hoping this will be a place I can share my art and creative ideas and get feedback. I have to admit, it's a little scary putting my art out there. I feel almost like a teenager... 'what if everyone hates it? or thinks it's awful? or not good enough?' But I know that I enjoy creating and even if everyone else thinks I make junk... it makes ME happy to create! So here I go jumping into the world of technology! I'm not even going to hold my breath. Over the next week I'm going to unleash a creative idea I have to raise money to pay off my credit cards, my car loan and hopefully have some left over to pay for a wedding (assuming the man of my dreams ever proposes!). I really think I can do this. And I'm hoping my art will help. It's cheaper than therapy. So stay tuned....