inspiration - blue skies and birdsong

I have decided that as I spend so much time gawping at folksy and etsy I will start features every now and then showcasing some of the gorgeous things I see inspired by whatever mood takes me.

Today is a gorgeous day (but freezing) not a cloud to be seen and everything is looking very spring like with lots of birdsong outside so these are my finds for the day.

Wouldn't mind seeing this flying past: lovely "Dove of peace" mosaic by Kate Rattray Mosaics on Folksy.

 gorgeous fabric on this summer Birds cushion by Phoebe Bee Bee on Folksy.

This beautiful piece of felty goodness captures my mood perfectly. "magnolia Blooms and Birds" art print by Caroline Rose Art on folksy.

It would be a glorious day for a picnic (if a little chilly) and even better if I had this wonderful vintage hamper to take it in by Abigail Thornwhistles on Etsy.

And here is a wonderful blue sky without the big houses that are ruining my view. This delightfully fresh Limited edition print called "Evolution of Nature" is by Katlix on Etsy.

Its not spring without flowers and these are beautiful. This spring tree photography is by Madden Photography on Etsy.

Finally how about a new accessory to match the lovely mood. This cute as item is the "Two Little Love Bird" necklace by Devin Michaels on Etsy.

This blog has made me smile to write ciao x

The dreaded brain clog

It would appear that I am currently suffering from crafters block. I have a million books, magazines and supscriptions to blogs, I see a multitude of things I want to make or buy but I am failing miserably to have any inspiring original ideas.
Maybe its that there are so many inspiring crafters out there at present or that I haven't completely worked out my own style yet?

I actually think it may be that I've spent so much time looking at other people's designs, books and articles that I've overloaded my brain with too many wonderful ideas, (which I failed to file away in my mental organiser) now I can't quite remember what I'd decided to create.

I am I the only person who sees so many gorgeous designs that sometimes you think someone, somewhere must have already done every idea you come up with.
I endeavor to carry my craft idea notebook with me absolutely everywhere so I can jot down every flash of genius (slight exaggeration) that passes through my mind, then when I get the chance to sit down at my sewing machine I'll know exactly what I'm trying to achieve!

In conclusion I have two children that deprive me of my sleep so my brain no longer functions at normal speed, not enough time to sew and I spend far too much time looking on craft gossip