Beginning of a new year

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Twelve aims for 2012
  1. Finish the 50 flags for the bunting
  2. Finish the hexagon quilts (children's fabrics and the pall)
  3. Finish the 'Smitten' inspired quilt
  4. Design and create one other quilt
  5. Make three things for myself
  6. Make one thing from each of the sewing / crafty books I have, purchase or am given
  7. Stock the Etsy or Folksy shop with ten items
  8. Set up PayPal and sell via my homepage / Facebook
  9. Use my existing stash of fabric rather than buy new
  10. Make and donate five items to charity
  11. Give away three hand-made items to friends or family
  12. Re-purpose or re-fashion something from my wardrobe

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