Prepping My Craft Room and Sunday Morning Coffee
It’s the middle of summer, and I should be talking about the beach. But right now, my creative mind is focused on my craft room!
For the first time, I will enjoy the term “Christmas in July.” Why? I will complete some unique holiday DIY crafts during July that I will share with you this fall. I will be busy in my craft room this entire summer. They are unique and new, and ideas you might want to try yourselves. Thanks for joining me today for Sunday Morning Coffee. This is a place to share, learn, explain, dream, and have fun.
Season 4 Volume 25
About Me
I do have the most incredible craft room ever. It took me forty years to get to this point, but I am ready to take on some big craft projects with my new Dream Box (and the forced organization that came with it).
For Christmas in July.
That said, I will be taking some projects on the road with me. We plan to spend much of our summer in Ventura, and I cannot wait to take over our kitchen table and craft!
Unless I can find a space for a craft room in Ventura. Hmmm.
Although I don’t think Christmas carols will be playing in the background. My husband likely wouldn’t be happy. Haha.
So why am I going to craft like crazy for Christmas in July?
It’s all about organization. A few months ago, I started dreaming of this idea and came up with theme ideas and projects. I have four general themes (they may not all make the final cut) and about five project ideas for each theme. Some are definite, and some need work, but I must add more ideas.
Then, I started ordering supplies. And my craft room is getting full.
This means I can start crafting for Christmas tomorrow! Happy almost July 1st.
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My Latest Project
My to-do list is finished!
Ok, maybe that is a false statement because there are always things I want and need to do.
But, the list of things I needed to get done at the beach house is all crossed off.
And is there anything more satisfying than crossing items off of a list?
My brother and his wife are with us at the beach house this weekend, giving me an early deadline to finish everything.
This included fixing a smoke alarm, replacing a lock on a door, emptying four boxes, cleaning the BBQ and outdoor kitchen, assembling two new chairs for the deck, organizing five drawers, organizing our primary room closet, cleaning out the linen closet, changing out all of the beds, and more.
All that is left to do is move in all of my grandson Graham’s stuff (which is an alarming amount, by the way!) and get his room set up at the beach.
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My Biggest Challenge This Week
The kids are coming. The kids are coming!
As I mentioned above, I have been working like crazy to prepare everything for the 4th of July week at the beach, and it’s been hectic! I have one more big task to complete, and then I am very excited that we can relax and enjoy the week with our family.
My last task is to plan all my menus, including dairy – and gluten-free options, and organize five days’ worth of meals.
I know it sounds like a lot, but I cannot wait. I promise I will share my recipes and lots of photos.
- Finish menu planning
- Enjoy the week with our family at the beach
- Relax and enjoy the 4th of July!
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A Cup of Jo shared A Chic Potato Salad, and I just added it to my menu for next week.
And what a week it was!
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July is here, and I have some fun blog posts to share this week. I have an update on Michael and Ellie’s decorating of their new home, a cake made to look like sea glass, and some fantastic summer desserts. I will also share our putting green, fun summer crafts, and a new ice cream pie!
- Summer Decor Ideas – S4/V24
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- A Surprise Birthday Celebration – S4/V23
- A Big Birthday Week – S4/V22
- Summer is Here – S4/V21
- Family Week – S4/V20
- Lessons From My Mom – S4/V19
- The Willamette Valley Wineries – S4/V18
- A Week in Ventura Beach – S4/V17
- A Birthday Celebration – S4/V16
- Enjoying Spring – S4/V15
- Family Gatherings – S4/V14
- Ventura Beach – S4/V13
- Embracing Spring – S4/V12
- Vintage Shopping – S4/V11
- My Texas Trip – S4/V10
- Why I Love Gardening – S4/V9
- A Beach House Tour One Year Later – S4/V8
- Why I Gave Up Desserts 8 Years Ago – S4/V7
- Valentine’s Day Dinner at Home – S4/V6
- Home Projects – S4/V5
- Why I Love Serena and Lily – S4/V4
- Why I Love January – S4/V3
- Valentine’s Day Plans – S4/V2
- The New Year – S4/V1
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I love your crafts especially your Christmas crafts. I don’t have the budget you have but I so appreciate the lovely things you offer that a person like me on a more limited budget can make. Thank you!
I love hearing this Josee! I try to give options so I’m glad you’re enjoying it ☺️
Enjoy your family on the fourth. You have a wonderful sense of hospitality. God bless
Thanks so much Josee, hope you had a wonderful Fourth of July! ❤️🤍💙
Happy Fourth, Leslie! Love your blog! Graham has grown so much and looks just like his dad!
Thanks so much! Hope you had a great day. He really is and omg he so does- filling my heart with joy!
Your grandson looks just like his dad what a cutie Have you ever tried ‘marbling”?
I’ve seen so so many ppl doing this lately and just wondered if you have evere tried and or liked it…..you have great taste in so many different catagories and I love following you and your ideas Happy 4th and be safe
Getting my craft room ready for Christmas in July! So many DIY holiday projects planned. Finding creative inspiration while sipping Sunday morning coffee. It’s like leveling up in my favorite io games, each project a new challenge. Organization is key! Ordering supplies and dreaming up themes. Ventura adventures and craft room dreams.
In July, I am preparing my craft area for Christmas! I have a plethora of do-it-yourself holiday projects queued up. Getting my creative juices flowing as I sip my Sunday morning coffee. Find the most interesting product display to draw more customers to Monkey Mart, a grocery store challenging you to think beyond the box.