Adventuring into 2023

Easing into 2023, I have developed a few goals for the coming year. While each is a goal with 6 challenges, the true goal may be to find the right balance as the year progresses. This year, I want to:

Better meet the needs of my readers and clients.
Identify and attract new readers and clients.
Better meet my needs. (This is a big balance thing as I do need more “me” time as well as more nature and social time.)
Write more
Enjoy what I do.

Blog

As part of these goals, I plan to provide more consistent and balanced content on my blogs and Patreon. This will include posts on the topics readers have responded they want: millinery, fancy work, events & interpretation, and contextual writing. I am going to use theme days to help remind myself to post:

Millinery Monday – New and Past informative posts about straw millinery.
Work-in-Progress Wednesday – Post about what I am currently work on.
Fancy Work Friday – Victorian fancy work projects such as pin cushions, pen wipes, book marks, etc., featuring original items and projects.

I scheduled much of the year’s foundation of Millinery Monday posts. I will be working up to more Fancy Work Friday posts. I am considering reserving new shop posts for the weekend.i haven’t decided yet.

Projects

I don’t have much of a project list developed yet for the year. What I have so far:

Complete the Quilted Hood Workbook – This will be a format similar to my Wadded Hood Workbook to replace my first Quilted Hood Pattern.
Super secret Ag Fair project.
A couple of items using straw plait including two different straw workbags and slippers.
Possibly an 1850s reform dress ensemble.

Events

Not too many local events have been announced with dates yet. I am currently restricted by how far my aging car will go. I am hoping this year will include GCVM events of Opening Weekend, Mother’s Day, the Antique Show, Chocolate Weekend, Independence Day, and a few others, plus maybe some other small local events.

I would also like to add a couple workshops or discussions/presentations. Those responding to my survey showed a strong interest in virtual programs and in-person programs. I need to develop these on the logistical end.

As with this type of post, I may come back and add to it as new ideas develop. Thank you for your continued support.