January 07, 2019 – New Planner

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I finished my new planner today! I am so glad it is ready, I need to write things down. I used to buy a new “At a Glance” planner every year from Office Max. I loved using those planners to block off my time. I knew what I was doing and felt like a million bucks. Unfortunately, I felt like I was paying a million bucks too. I usually shelled out $25+ for a planner.

After DD was born I couldn’t really plan out my day the way I used to. As she has gotten older I have a little more time to make plans with, but sudden changes often occur. It is more realistic for me to jot down things I need to get done in lists each day. Some of my lists are things that must get done, and others are brainstorms and ideas that need a place for later. My planner is essential.

Last year I made a beautiful notebook for my planner and it worked out wonderfully. I did what I wanted with it and drew my own calendars and checkoff lists, etc. This year I also made my own planner notebook, but added some printed off calendars from printfree.com.

giggleFritz Planner 2019 (Front)
giggleFritz Planner 2019 (Back)

Yep, the back is upside down. I decided that’s ok!

My new planner took some time to make, but is made completely of things I already had. Even the covers are made of upcycled cereal boxes. (I really like upcycling and recycling!) I know every inch of this planner because I made it myself. Now I’m going to add my thoughts to it.

Have a lovely evening!

Missie S.

January 06, 2019 – Happy Epiphany!

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I am enjoying the holiday season way more now than before Christmas. The work and stress is done and I like not having to quickly work on one project and rush on to the next. I am especially enjoying our Christmas tree.

When we bought our (real) Christmas tree this year it was precut, but super fresh. There was a shortage of trees and many were shipped out west to meet the demand there. There were less trees to choose from AND they hiked up the price. Our tree was a tad shorter this year and a tad more expensive. No problem! It was still a joy to light it up!

Because the tree was so fresh, it didn’t smell like Christmas-y pine tree. Only when the tree stops drinking and is really dying does it smell like pine. Our tree started to actually smell a few days ago. I love it! Every time I walk past I get to smell Christmas. As you can imagine I am NOT taking down Christmas yet.

I am a little disappointed in my neighbors. We live in a rural subdivision. As of last night half of the neighborhood had taken down their Christmas lights. When I peak out of my windows tonight I see not one house with Christmas lights. The neighborhood is dark everywhere… except MY house! We didn’t put up a ton of lights, but to heck with that if I am taking down my lights just when I get to enjoy the peace of Christmas.  My lights and tree are staying up at least one more week, if not, longer!

Candy Cane and Snowman Lights

In the crafting world I think I am supposed to be rushing on to the next holiday: Valentine’s Day. That’s not happening quite yet. I am going to go enjoy my Christmas tree some more.

Have a blessed Epiphany! Wisemen still seek him!

Missie S.

January 05, 2019 – Christmas Future

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What a beautiful day to run errands! We reached over 50 degrees in southeastern Wisconsin today. They say we may have broke a record. It was so nice to get out of the house. While out and about, I picked up these super cute Christmas socks. They are PERFECT for Socktopus guys for next Christmas season. The price was a great deal and I may go back for more.

I searched for other after-Christmas sales, but it is a bit late now. Valentine’s Day inventory has almost completely taken over the store shelves. Gardening products have also started to hit the shelves and that made me particularly happy! I may start a pot of basil just for something different.

Time to make dinner. Grilled turkey and cheese with tater tots tonight.

Have a great weekend, All!

Missie S.

January 03, 2019 – Shoveling Snow Day

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The kids are back to school after Christmas vacation!

We just had a few rounds of snow and after the latest round we didn’t get out to shovel. Getting out of the driveway this morning wasn’t fun. After school we stayed outside and shoveled the snow and ice in the bright sun. DD made snowballs. I imagine some people might think, “Let the sun take care of it.” The snow was pretty packed down. I wanted to make sure the sun dried up as much melted snow as possible so the water doesn’t refreeze. Also, I love shoveling. It’s great exercise in winter and I like the fresh air!

The rest of my day was spent at my desk working on bookkeeping. I also started work on a new planner for the new year. I will have to share a picture when I finish.

Back to work! Have a great day!

Missie S.

January 02, 2019 – Coffee, Coffee, I Heart Coffee

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This morning I was taking a peak at Facebook when I came across Stoughton’s 21st annual Coffee Break Fest Event. SIGN. ME. UP! I did! I responded as “going” and I will get the registration papers in for the giggleFritz and Co. booth.

Coffee Break Fest, Stoughton, WI Saturday, August 17, 2019

I love that they created the event this early in the year. It gives me something to look forward to while I work on inventory and taxes. That, plus coffee, will get the job done!

A Wonderful Christmas Gift: Collectivo Coffee

 

Mark your calendars for Coffee Break Fest! I am sure it will be August 2019 before we know it.

Have a fantastic Wednesday!

Missie S.

January 01, 2019 – Happy New Year Sock Monkey

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Oooooo….I wrote it down on the very first day of the year. I got the new year correct on the first try! I am sure I will mess a few dates up on checks soon to follow. I’ll have to work on that.

I wanted to post something here on the very first day of this new year. I wanted it to be special. I sat down and whipped up a sock monkey sketch – in ink! That is bold for me. When I sketch it is in pencil and I use many wimpy light lines until I form the shapes I want. NOT TODAY! I laid it down in ink, Baby! INK!

“Happy New Year Sock Monkey” sketch in ink – by giggleFritz and Co. (Missie Schachtschneider)

Not bad, but I just noticed, no tail!

As I was working on my sketch DD saw what I was doing and wanted to know if she could make a picture too. I said, “Of course!” She made the same drawing but decided to use a duck instead of a sock monkey. I love it!

“Happy New Year Duck” sketch in ink – giggleFritz and Co.

A nice start to 2019. I hope your year is starting off nicely too.

Missie S.

 

Frosty December Morning Picture

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Hello, All!

When I woke up this morning, I kinda felt like a mess.  We had bowling last night and we stayed up late. I rolled myself out of bed and hit the ground running. We had to get ready for church. I made us all some cheesy egg sandwiches with DD’s cartoon playing in the background.

When I had a chance to peak outside, I noticed it had frosted overnight. It was pretty warm yesterday, so everything that had thawed out refroze. It was absolutely beautiful! Because we were running on time (for a change), I ran and got the camera. I was trying very hard not to capture the other houses in our subdivision. I just wanted frosty nature. This is my favorite picture of the bunch.

Frosty Wisconsin Trees

I think I took this picture at a good time. The sunrise adds some color and I love the frost. It’s hours later now and the sun has melted some of the beauty away. It will be warm again today and we will have to get outside and enjoy it.

I have a few things left to do before noon when the Packers play the Bears. I need to get some hand stitching done on a sparkly Socktopus. I will add some things to my booth at The WB Merchantile and my online shops this week. I better get crackin’, I also need some time today to relax. Another busy week before Christmas awaits us!

After-Church Snack

Have relaxing Sunday!

Missie S.