Other than the usual exercise more and eat less, I don’t really have a huge list of New Year’s resolutions, but I do have a few. One is to be able by the end of the year to pick up this beautiful cat, Chanel. Of the four we adopted last spring, she is the last one who is not okay with either of us picking her up. In fact, while she is very affectionate, if you pet her too much, she gets a little crazy and will give you the right paw with claws extended. Ouch!
She was found living in a feral colony with her daughter, Coco. They estimated that Chanel is about 2 1/2 years old, and Coco was 5 months when they trapped them and brought them to the shelter. Thus Chanel’s feral background makes her a tough nut to crack when it comes to trusting humans. She has come a long way over the past 9 months. Even with the occasional swipe of the paw still, she is much more relaxed around us, even allowing us to give her a brief belly rub now and then. I just have to keep being patient and persistent, but it is totally worth it.
I wish all my blog readers a wonderful 2012, and here are just a few crafty links to start the new year off with.
Aileen’s Musings
Aileen shows you how to bring a bit of beach home with her faux stained glass ornaments that can be hung in a window year round.
Eileen – The Artful Crafter
Learn how to make cute little patterned rosettes to embellish your paper crafts, including where to download some pretty patterned papers which can also be used for tea bag tile folding.
Margot Potter The Impatient Crafter
Madge shows you how to whip up a New Year’s Retrofabulous Festive Fascinator in this fun filled video tutorial.
