ka9sdn

You are just taking a break. With the upcoming retirement it isyour main concnration right now. Give yourself a chance to get used to the new life. You will get back to the sewing when you are ready--lots of time to dream and plan so when the urge hits you are ready to run. Enjoy your break and the retirement--it is a BIG change Congrats!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

pacquilter

I think what you're experiencing is normal. Quilting's a huge part of my life, but once in a while I hit the wall and can't muster up a bit of excitement for it. The desire always comes back, though. I actually think, for me, it's been healthy to take a break now and then, as sometimes my life can tend to completely revolve around my sewing machine.

Congratulations on your retirement and best wishes to you!

hperttula123

I have been a little slow on quilting lately. We've had too much going on here. Seems like everytime you turn around, someone is sick. You need to find some small projects to do that can be done quick and you can get the excitement aver finishing something quick. I've made a few purses and it feels good to get something done.

jme

Relax, it's okay. We all go through it. I just came out of a several month slump where I felt completely un-inspired and found it hard to do (or start) anything. Give it some time.

Caroline S

When is get in a slump I clean and reorganize my very small sewing space. My brain does not like chaos. It makes me feel better and more creative when my space is semi neat. Mamabear1 has the right idea about longer days and more sunlight in your life. It does make a lot of difference with some of us.

Stitchnripper

I am guessing most of us go through slumps now and again. I am in a quilting slump. No interest right now. But, am making doll clothes for my granddaughter which is fun. I know I will get back to the quilting whenever. Just be patient with yourself.

bmanley

I think our dark depressing wet winter days plays a part of my not getting inspired. I'm with you right now. I am working 3 days a week and love my little job but thinking it's time for me to retire. I will be 66 in March. Just have mixed feelings about this. Hubby just wants me to take some time for myself but when you have worked all your life it's hard to just quit. Hope we get better.

QuiltingHaven

Rambling is perfectly fine. I am loving this retirement thingy because I do get to quilt but I try not to worry about it if I don't quilt everyday (did and made it a requirement right after I retired a year ago) but I do try to set up a simple schedule and quilt (piece or cut or actually quilt) at least 1 or 2 hours a day but if shopping or going visiting or yard work (summer) or shoveling snow (winter) or shooting (spring and summer) with the husband comes up, the quilting can be put on the shelf for the day however I love quilting - this quilting board has been a huge help as I have learned all about quilting from the very knowledgeable folks here and from my dear 83 year old mother who is thrilled that I have "finally" taken up quilting. So, don't worry, the mood will strike and you will be back at it again. Now, go fix yourself a cup of tea or coffee and read a good book (maybe one about quilting ;-). Oh, yes, leave time for reading the Quilting Board - that counts as quilting....I think.......

M.I.Late

I've been in several quilting ruts over the years. (Like right now). This is the time, I clean out my bedroom closet, my sewing room, my laundry room etc. During that process I usually come across something that gets the mojo going. If it doesn't, I just mosey along... A shopping trip or a new quilting magazine. There's always pictures of great new quilts on this board too. I rarely commit to a quilt by a certain due date. I have planned on quilts for gifts before, and if I don't make it, I just go buy a gift and save the quilt for completion at another time. There should be no stress in quilting!!! For me it's an outlet for creativity and if I'm not feeling it - it will always show in my work and that's not worth it to me.
I say keep moseying until the lights come back on. Get your replacement trained, clean up the sewing room and prepare yourself for a well deserved retirement. (Maybe even plan a little trip somewhere - before you settle in.) Sounds really good to me! Even if it's just a great hotel week-end at a fancy hotel in the next town over...
Hugs,
Gayle

Deb watkins

Are you overwhelmed with the thought of what you have to do before your retire? Training a replacement IS hard work, no wonder you are exhausted at the end of the day. Give yourself some time, it will all come together. I am anticipating my own retirement - but that will not be for a few more years....boo hoo...with all that has been going on in all of our busy lives, it is a wonder that we DO get things done. But, remember the saying....if you want something done, find the busiest person.....At least when you do retire, think of all the time you will have. Many of us are saying that WORK is getting in the way of our quilting!