Way Too Long

It's been way too long since I've posted on here. Let me recap the last few months:

- I moved to Tampa.
- I started two new jobs.
- I applied to three OT Master's programs.
- I spent my birthday at Islands of Adventure.
- I spent Thanksgiving with my family in Central Florida.
- I spent Christmas with my family in Pennsylvania.
- I will officially be an aunt to a beautiful niece in 3 weeks or less.

Quite an interesting few months! I love my job(s) and I am enjoying being back in Tampa, although I am anxiously awaiting my "fate" school-wise. I haven't decided how I want to handle this blog: will it be more of a personal blog or more of a crafts blog? I guess that's why I went with "Nic Knacks"...I suppose it could be both, right?

Since there's always a craft going on around here and I'm also incredibly excited about her arrival, I thought I'd show off my latest creation for my upcoming niece, Grace:

My mom bought this Jungle Jill crib set from Kohl's (don't you just LOVE Kohl's?) and we thought pulling out the giraffe print from it would be fun. I love how they came out and the best part is that it was SO EASY! I worked on them during episodes of Grey's Anatomy (I'm working on Season 6 and moving along quickly!). All you need is some blank canvases, your favorite fabric, a staple gun, wooden letters,Modge Podge, and some pretty paint. Honestly the whole thing couldn't have taken longer than a few hours of work and about $20 - works for me! :)

I can't believe 2013 is over. It has been quite a year for me...way more lows than highs. But I have to say, it started horrible and ended on a pretty good note. I am looking forward to seeing what - and where - 2014 brings me. Happy New Year!