A new year's resolution

I recently decided on a resolution...kinda like the ones people choose back in January for the new year. And since my birthday is really the beginning of a new year (for me!), I think this qualifies as my own new year's resolution. So this year (drum roll please...) my resolution is to be more intentional...is that broad enough for ya? :) Exactly spelling that out, well that is where the wiggle room comes into play. My thoughts are to apply this intentionality to my time, money, and relationships with others. So far I'm doing ok with time and relationships...the money thing is a bit trickier because I am a girl who loves to shop (but hopefully the more intentional I am with time and relationships there will be less time to shop)!

As a result of this resolution, I have decided to give handmade gifts to all my family and friends over the next year. When I started thinking about this a few weeks ago, it didn't seem like it would be too difficult. I mean, how much fun to find different projects individually chosen and made with love for my friends and family (that just screams intentionality!). But oh....how long the list has gotten and how quickly these events (birthdays, baby showers, wedding showers) have arrived.

Still, I have not decided to abandon my cause :) And the best part will be getting to share these projects on my blog. Unfortunately I won't be able to share the projects until after the event. Right now I am busily working on two projects, one is adorable, and one has become quite a mess. But I must leave you hanging with that for now...check back for the finished project in the next few weeks.

Oh and I would love suggestions for cute (EASY) handmade gifts, especially for guys. My dad and brother are extremely difficult to shop for already!