Polyrhythm the Busy

Hi, blog-readers! Like many university students now, most of my time nowadays is devoted to job-searching. While I do get the occasional commission coming in (which I really love doing), it's nowhere near enough for me to live off of. So far I've had some positive experiences (and one not so great ... but it made for a good story). I just have to keep my head up and keep busy, and that's what I've been doing. It's very easy, when you are out of work, to feel useless. Sadly, charity volunteering is out of the question right now as I have to remain flexible. I have learned that flexibility and a driving licence is very desirable to employers ... and I only have the former.

So I've been preparing for Christmas already! I have quite a sizeable family, and a few friends who I'd like to give presents to - but I somehow think I'm not going to be too flush this year. Even if I get a job, it'd be unwise for me to spend a lot in the festive season.

So, I've turned my monetary situation on its head and challenged myself. This year, I will be giving everybody (well, everyone on a usual Christmas 'buy for' list) something handmade. I have a ton of yarn lying about as well as spare embroidery floss and spare Aida, so this will be a great chance to use it all up as well as ensuring I stay creative ... and get well into the Christmas spirit. Everyone wins, especially my bank account!

(The things above are pin-badges, by the way.)

CMTV has started up again! While there isn't anything official (videos, a YouTube channel, a site) released yet, I'm part of the team behind it once more - and this included writing a short story. The short story - the origin of Polybot - is being told in webcomic form, as seen above. You can read it here (opens in new window)!

The Embodiment journal is still going as strong as ever. I've completed this beast of a book above, and have moved onto a little Cath Kidston number. You can see all the public Embodiment page spreads at my Flickr, here - newer photos are at the bottom!