Pinterest, oh Pinterest. You never cease to amaze me…or inspire me.
I think a lot of us are afraid of failing. I know I am, especially when it comes to scrapping the big things. I get a bit stressed about which paper to use, which letters to use, if I’m going to run out of something, if I have enough of something, the list goes on. I want my scrapbooks to look just right and be something I’m proud of. It’s silly and I know it, and yet, I continue to stress almost every time I scrap.
But I’m learning and I’m growing and I’m getting over it…it’s all part of the process.
Like the “29 Ways to Stay Creative” says, “quit beating yourself up”, “allow yourself to make mistakes”, and “stop trying to be someone else’s perfect”.
Failure is ok. Sometimes a “fail” turns out to be a major success. We just have to get over the fear (which I know is easier said than done). It’s all about learning and growing.
On a sort of unrelated note, I mentioned last week that I’m going to actually USE my pins to create something. It’s in the works and it’s GOING TO HAPPEN! So stay tuned! 
Tags: Creativity, inspiration, Paper Crafting, Pin of the Week, Pinterest, Quotes, Scrapbooking, stamping
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Meg – oh my goodness! I thought I was the only one that stressed over what paper, what font/letting, what embellishments! I will stare and stare at a blank 12×12 stressing about getting it right. All the while, my oldest daughter has put together page after page, looking at me like I’m crazy!
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I only get a few pages done at a weekend retreat because of thinking about all the neat things I could do to my layout! Really stresses be out. My husband is totally amazed if I return home with 2, and I mean “TWO” pages done. LOL But I always enjoy thinking about all the neat product that I can use and all the fun with my friends. I really need to let go and enjoy the ride.:)
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