Wednesday, May 25, 2011

All work and no play makes Katie a dull girl

One thing I'm really bad at is sitting still and getting work done at my computer. So today I'm going to mix work and play!
Here's the game... For every email I send out, I'm going to make a little something out of paper. The goal is to get as much work done so that by the end of the day I'll have created some kind of fun paper collage on my wall! I'm going to be updating this post throughout the day with pictures of my progress so keep checking back!

1:30pm- 10 emails done, 1,833 to go!
2:00pm
3:30pm- chair spinning break!
4:20pm

5:45pm- I have to run out for a quick photo shoot!
8:30pm- Soooooo maybe I stayed out a little too late last night but how can I leave this pretty view?! Time to finish my project!



Phew, that's a lot of emails!
I think I'm going to continue working on it until the whole wall is covered!
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81 comments:

  1. CatherineMay 25, 2011 at 12:11 PM

    ooooooh that's a GREAT idea, thanks! Maybe I'll now make my homework and prepare my tests and presentations and and and.... SO MUCH TO DO! Help!

    x <3 catherine-oneway.blogspot.com

    ps. I love your blog! I always get SO happy from reading it! <3

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  2. RachelMay 25, 2011 at 12:11 PM

    Good Luck! Sounds like a great idea!

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  3. UnknownMay 25, 2011 at 12:12 PM

    How fun! What a great way to keep you motivated! I think I should try this too!

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  4. Maggie MayMay 25, 2011 at 12:12 PM

    I should do something like this with my kids! Lola- our third- would love this, she's 9, a great age for this kind of thing:)

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  5. SorayaMay 25, 2011 at 12:13 PM

    You always come up with such fun, colourful ideas!!! love it! xx

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  6. PaulaMay 25, 2011 at 12:14 PM

    FUN! Im gonna try this sometime.. so excited to see what you come up with! :)

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  7. Rebecca JaneMay 25, 2011 at 12:16 PM

    Ahhh! I can't wait to see what you're making! This is so much fun! :)

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  8. AmandaMay 25, 2011 at 12:22 PM

    Ah! So awesome and exciting. I always do a reward system like that for myself. Not sure how much it helps but it's more fun for shizzle.

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  9. LITTYMay 25, 2011 at 12:23 PM

    I'm excited to see what u will be making. :D

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  10. KathyMay 25, 2011 at 12:25 PM

    Fantastic idea! I look forward to seeing the results!

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  11. LittleMissLeeMay 25, 2011 at 12:26 PM

    oh - what a fun idea - I can't wait to see the outcome!

    http://blogoftheprettythings.blogspot.com/

    xxx

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  12. Sweet Pea (formerly Alice)May 25, 2011 at 12:27 PM

    Ya, that's a fantastic idea!

    Just a Silhouette

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  13. katzMay 25, 2011 at 12:28 PM

    Good Luck ;) and Rock On - I have to finish work too until tomorrow morning (it is evening here already)

    :)
    Katz

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  14. oanaMay 25, 2011 at 12:31 PM

    you are wonderful...I'm your fan

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  15. UnknownMay 25, 2011 at 12:31 PM

    Aww good luck Katie!

    :)

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  16. sherri lynnMay 25, 2011 at 12:40 PM

    that's so fun! can't wait to see your progress! :)

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  17. MariaMay 25, 2011 at 12:44 PM

    Awh so cute! Good luck with this!

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  18. Kallie, Happy Honey and LarkMay 25, 2011 at 12:47 PM

    Can't wait to see what you come up with! Also, I started photographing the backs of people in posed photos like you did in your last post. So nice!

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  19. ScrapcollectrMay 25, 2011 at 12:58 PM

    How great would that to be to solving paperwork boredom! Happy creating!
    @scrapcollectr

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  20. wishful nalsMay 25, 2011 at 1:02 PM

    katie, good for you! so fun + such a great way to break up the day.

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  21. Marita BlissMay 25, 2011 at 1:02 PM

    I always love your pictures ♥

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  22. AnonymousMay 25, 2011 at 1:12 PM

    I think that is an absolutely awesome idea! Considering that I'm a receptionist and sit most of the day behind a desk (which drives me bonkers!) I would think this would help pass the day fast!!!

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  23. SandraMay 25, 2011 at 1:17 PM

    Love it, love it, love it!

    http://myowndelirium.blogspot.com/

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  24. Vicky BonifacioMay 25, 2011 at 1:35 PM

    Great idea!!!
    I want see your proyect!

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  25. MikiMay 25, 2011 at 2:02 PM

    Oh, my God! So many e-mails to read! That's Crrrrazy! I'll sure be chicking up this post throughout the day ;).

    Have fun!

    Miki.

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  26. FloortjeMay 25, 2011 at 2:07 PM

    I really love your blog!
    You make everything seem like it's lots of fun! ;)
    This is a good trick for making my homework....

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  27. Veronica C.May 25, 2011 at 2:14 PM

    You are seriously the best! Made my day. I'm patting myself on the back for not sending you emails and increasing your workload!

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  28. tinajoMay 25, 2011 at 2:14 PM

    Happy, great colorful, pics! Don´t envy you all the emails though, would totally feel stressed over that amount.

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  29. MarianaMay 25, 2011 at 2:29 PM

    My 'to do' list will get much more fun! You are so cute Katie (:

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  30. crystalMay 25, 2011 at 2:35 PM

    Damn, this would have made my dissertation a little less horrible!! :)

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  31. UnknownMay 25, 2011 at 3:03 PM

    Your blog is so bright & fun that I just can't help but feel a bit lighter...

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  32. SheaMay 25, 2011 at 3:21 PM

    I cant wait to see what you make!! I started reading your blog a month or so ago and had to go out and buy some colored paper of my own (: right now I'm cutting out about a million and a half stars to cover my ceiling!!

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  33. AnonymousMay 25, 2011 at 4:08 PM

    That's a great idea to mix work and play! I can't wait to see what you create.

    http://www.inwonderland.org

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  34. Maddy*MooMay 25, 2011 at 4:52 PM

    I am always trying to fit in as much as possible, both craft wise and work etc. I like to fill all of my time :) Oh I also have the heart fabric from IKEA lol, going to stitch some doodles on it and make cushions I think when I get around to it!

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  35. RachaelMay 25, 2011 at 4:53 PM

    This is so fun to check back on!!!

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  36. Vanessa, Take only MemoriesMay 25, 2011 at 5:04 PM

    Amazing! I love your little food break ;)

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  37. JunaluskaMay 25, 2011 at 5:14 PM

    1833?! I get overwhelmed when have 10. But what a clever idea! It would make anything instantly more fun.

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  38. DeeMay 25, 2011 at 6:40 PM

    Waiting for the wonderful result of your colorful idea!

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  39. Sewn BranchesMay 25, 2011 at 9:34 PM

    wow, is your inbox always this full? if so, i feel EXTRA special knowing you've responded twice to my emails. goodness gracious.

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  40. sayamayaMay 25, 2011 at 11:15 PM

    fantastic! good luck katie ;)

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  41. LoesMay 25, 2011 at 11:33 PM

    haha thats the best idea ever!

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  42. Rien BautistaMay 25, 2011 at 11:55 PM

    I really really love your blog. It always makes me smile :D

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  43. ConnieMay 26, 2011 at 1:17 AM

    Amazing! I love your little food break ;)

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  44. 2 cool 4 schoolMay 26, 2011 at 1:38 AM

    love it :D
    http://learning123adifferentway.blogspot.com/

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  45. MeenakshyMay 26, 2011 at 2:09 AM

    You are so so cute Katie :)

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  46. yeahyeahgirlMay 26, 2011 at 3:40 AM

    Hi Katie ! I just discovered your blog and it's like a big slap in my face ! you are so beautiful, I mean all this enthusiasm, these colours, the happiness, it makes me feel guilty not to enjoy life like you do. if only everyone in this world was like you, everything would be better ! thanks for sharing your colourful life !

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  47. HuomentaMay 26, 2011 at 5:12 AM

    Katie, i absolutely love your work!!!
    i just wondered: how many dresses do you have!??
    you always look so beautyfull.
    like to see that oneday on your blog ;)
    lots of love from a dutch girl

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  48. elvMay 26, 2011 at 8:31 AM

    Haha, actually I hold pencils the exactly same way! :D You're the first one I see who writes this way, too! :3

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  49. look a little closerMay 26, 2011 at 9:33 AM

    i love butterflies! i love this blog! and this idea! and your photos! you're so adorable and you rock!

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  50. BeautyholicMay 26, 2011 at 9:47 AM

    What a great idea. I'll have to remember this for a big task I have to do.

    xo, Ashley

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  51. Just MeMay 26, 2011 at 11:00 AM

    What's the song that is playing? Who is the artist?

    You have so much fun. Just coming to you site makes me happy.

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  52. Stacey Hall :)May 26, 2011 at 12:08 PM

    You are a wonderful person :)

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  53. stephiejaneMay 26, 2011 at 2:30 PM

    such a fun idea!! great motivation :) and wow that sunset is pretty breathtaking

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  54. AnonymousMay 26, 2011 at 7:21 PM

    Amazing. =o)

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  55. KoeyMay 27, 2011 at 6:05 AM

    Your color is so delightful and this is really interesting!!

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  56. CarolinaMay 27, 2011 at 11:05 AM

    It looks fantastic! <3

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  57. UnknownMay 27, 2011 at 11:48 AM

    I love the way you live your life!
    And every day you remember me that life is beatiful, thanks!
    :-)

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  58. UnknownMay 27, 2011 at 2:18 PM

    :0 I almost bought the same dress as you! Forever 21?
    Also, a lot of kats and catherines comment on your posts. BEST NAME EVER.

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  59. AnonymousMay 28, 2011 at 12:58 AM

    i absolutly adore all that you do my heart sings with songs when i see you great color...
    how do you get masking tape to hold poster board to the wall?? i tried it and "it all came tumbling down" so i used duct tape insted...

    (smidge more hard core lol)

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  60. DashaMay 28, 2011 at 6:02 AM

    Butterfly wall is the best wall, I made one for my room when i was living for 5 months in NH. used different scraps of papers i found left after summer camp in craft room. :)

    http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=1596316314647&set=a.1596311914537.2089815.1438155054&type=1&theater

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  61. Love ( Founder YUP/ Enlive.Inn)May 29, 2011 at 9:42 AM

    Hi!

    I cant tell how creative and hard working you are:) i am truly amazed and happy to have come across u...

    one question though what u use to stick them on urself and the walls...

    these are lot of butter flies and kudos to u...

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  62. Patricia DeleuranMay 29, 2011 at 3:08 PM

    Hi Katie!
    It could be really fantastic if you'd put a template on the sweet butterflies in here on this page! Just to print out!

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  63. UnknownMay 30, 2011 at 7:26 AM

    Katie, your blog makes me soooOO happy! I love it (and your cat too, he seems so funny!!)... Thank you to get so much colors in my life!
    Cheers :)

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  64. KellyMay 30, 2011 at 8:38 AM

    what a great motivational trick! Love the butterflies : )

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  65. VanessaMay 30, 2011 at 12:50 PM

    This came out so beautiful! Great little trick to get you working, too!

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  66. Ana JoanaMay 31, 2011 at 1:54 AM

    Hi! I just spend the whole day home sick today. I found your blog and read it all! Now I feel nice, warm cozy and fun again, thanks! I even shared some of your videos and ideas with my parents during dinner (they loved it). Thank you for sharing and being so incredibly energetic and happy!

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  67. Mocha SticksMay 31, 2011 at 2:57 AM

    Oh I love these, am in awe!

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  68. AnniekMay 31, 2011 at 4:21 AM

    Nice! How did you get them to stick to the wall though? I've been trying for hours. ):

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  69. harmony marieMay 31, 2011 at 1:01 PM

    Katie!
    I just love your paper projects! Have you ever thought about buying a cricut? I can't imagine what you would be able to do with it!!! Thanks for brightening my day! Harmony

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  70. ouestladiscothequeJune 1, 2011 at 11:53 AM

    You are such an inspiration! I love your blog so much!
    - Charlotte

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  71. Sally T.June 3, 2011 at 2:34 PM

    I. Love. Your. Blog. It makes me smile and your paper projects are AMAZING. My sister wants to do her nursery with your "raindrops" look. It's amazing. Where do you get the great paper you use? Thanks for the bright colors and smiles!

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  72. Ana Paula MitieJune 3, 2011 at 3:46 PM

    I found your blog today... It's really amzing the things that you do! Love it!!! Colorfull and fun!! You make me happy! I'll try this someday work n play..thanks...

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  73. Cherisse FranciscoJune 8, 2011 at 3:14 PM

    Wow!This is a fun and great idea! It keeps you motivated and the result is beautiful! Thanks for sharing

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  74. RueJune 14, 2011 at 2:05 PM

    *_* I have a vivid green kitchen wall that's absolutely screaming for some butterflies now~ ♥

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  75. SandraJune 24, 2011 at 7:11 AM

    it's so positive!

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  76. nataya, chacha, nchanJune 28, 2011 at 3:03 PM

    if i do this it would be me that decor the wall flat and passed out .....well done, Katie, salut!

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  77. Монгол бүсгүйJuly 6, 2011 at 9:16 PM

    I like your blog. You are really happy lady.

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  78. SierraJuly 18, 2011 at 1:27 AM

    I freaking love your blog! How do you take pictures of yourself like you spinning in the chair?

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  79. BlindsSeptember 12, 2011 at 9:02 AM

    As usual, a fantastic post - keep going! I’m saying thanks from the thousands who enjoy your blog and don’t say anything!

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  80. Blinds installationSeptember 30, 2011 at 8:03 AM

    That's great! I can't wait to see what you're making! This is so much funny!

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  81. KayeApril 22, 2012 at 7:04 AM

    WOW.. YOU'RE idea is great and you sharing it with us :)
    thankyou very much.
    btw i found you blog through reading magazine(candymag)

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