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Houzz Interview

First of all, check out who’s interview and guest room are featured on the home page of Houzz!  You can read my interview, here.  You can win a $50 Gift Certificate from Pottery Barn by leaving a comment on the interview by May 15. 
Second, I have to say,” Happy Mother’s Day” to my mom.
She is my biggest cheerleader, not only in life, but in my business.  She’s my investor and Mustard Seed Creations would not exist if it weren’t for her (and my Dad and hubby, but this is not their day, it’s hers!)  She even flew up to Pennsylvania just to work like a dog for four days when our shop was moving to a larger location.  We are two peas in a pod when it comes to rolling up our sleeves to get a job done. 
 She’s also a wonderful “Oma” to my two boys.
She reads my blog every day (she’s my proof reader), so I know she’ll read this. 
I love you, Mom. 
Miss Mustard Seed

Marian Parsons 

Paint Enthusiast | Writer | Artist | Designer

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12 Responses

  1. Marian, thanks so much for this honor. I AM your biggest fan and it has been great fun to watch you blossom and do something that you enjoy so much. You get more and more creative each day. How you do all of this and take care of your family so well is amazing. Dad and I are very proud of you. Happy Mother's Day to you too. Wish I was there to share it with you. MMS's Mom

  2. Oh, how sweet for your mum (yes, that's right, I'm in Australia so we say Mum with a 'u') to leave the first comment. I LOVE following your site and I bet your Mum is so proud of you.
    Kristine
    xx

  3. A sweet hello and Happy Mother's Day from Frog Hollow Farm! How lucky you are to have a mom so involved in and supportive of your business! Have a wonderful day! Ciao, bella!

  4. Lovely words for your Mum Marian, she sounds like a very special lady, and you obviously treasure her. I hope you had a great day also!
    🙂 Flick

  5. I'm your newest follower–came over from the Houzz interview. I felt it was a Mother's Day present to ME! 🙂 Blessings to you on this Mother's Day–now, off to church meeting!

  6. How wonderful that your mom understands you and what you love to do so much and helped to make it happen. That is a very special gift and one I can see you truly appreciate.
    I already knew she was a regular commenter on your blog, she left a sweet one for me when you posted my copycat chalkboard table.
    Happy Mom's day to both of you!
    Congrats on your interview, I'm off to read it now.

    Rose

  7. Happy Mother's Day to you and your Mom.
    Congratulations on Your Houzz interview.
    I loved reading more about you and seeing your beautiful home.
    I love this picture below of you and your mom together.
    Take Care,
    Maria

  8. What a sweet tribute to your mother. I love her smile! And congratulations on the Houzz interview. Your home is quite beautiful with your artistic hands tending it!
    Brenda

  9. What a great post about your mom, and I just loved reading her comment too!
    I subscribe to HOUZZ and got my email today to find your home featured. Congrats!! It looks just amazing. A well deserved feature.
    Happy Mother's Day to your and your Mom!
    Lisa

  10. Congrats on the article, (heading there to read it)
    Happy Mother's Day to you and your Mother, great pictures.
    I too, am Oma to my Grands!
    …off to read your interview.

I’m Marian, a painter, writer, and lover of all things creative. From art and antiques to home projects and everyday life, I share my journey in hopes of inspiring you to embrace your own creativity and make beauty in the spaces you live.

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