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# Miss Mustard Seed

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- [plein air painting in italy & podere tour](https://missmustardseed.com/plein-air-painting-in-italy-podere-tour/) - After a late night of travel followed by two full days, touring Arezzo and teaching a creative workshop, I was feeling run down and decided to skip the group activity planned for the next day. It was a tough call, but I wanted time to slow down and soak up our beautiful surroundings. I didn't
- [homemade christmas gifts](https://missmustardseed.com/homemade-christmas-gifts/) - I've loved making and giving homemade gifts since I was little. As you may have guessed, my favorite medium was always paint, but I have made a lot of other things over the years, as I learned new crafts. Homemade gifts are not flashy or trendy, but they are meaningful, thoughtful, and show that time
- [customizing a boring sketchbook/notebook](https://missmustardseed.com/customizing-a-boring-sketchbook-notebook/) - Over the Christmas break, I wanted to take some time for creative play. It's a meandering that doesn't have a real purpose but almost always ends up being productive. I was eyeing my sketchbooks in a pile by my desk and decided it was time to do something with those black, faux leather covers. I
- [ruffled-edge farmhouse crochet dishcloth tutorial (for beginners)](https://missmustardseed.com/ruffled-edge-farmhouse-crochet-dishcloth-tutorial-for-beginners/) - I'm so excited to share another crochet tutorial! I know a lot of you are learning crochet or dusting off that skill to keep your hands and minds busy during this time at home. I, for one, thought I would have so much extra time, but it just hasn't turned out that way! What I
- [2025 Christmas Gift Guide](https://missmustardseed.com/2025-christmas-gift-guide/) - The Christmas shopping season is among us, and Black Friday (which seems to last over a month now) Sales are already happening. As I have in the past, I've put together a few gift guides, mostly consisting of things I own and love that might be good for someone on your list. While I love
- [small business Saturday](https://missmustardseed.com/small-business-saturday/) - As a small business owner myself, I love supporting other small business owners. It takes a lot of work to turn a vision into a reality and a lot of faith to take that big scary step. While I'm not a huge fan of the post Thanksgiving gauntlet of sales (although it is admittedly good
- [New Society6 Papers, Prints & More](https://missmustardseed.com/new-society6-papers-prints-more/) - Surface design is something I've played with on and off for a few years and this year, I decided to lean into that interest and create some new patterns for wrapping papers as well as other available products on Society6. While only one is specifically designed for Winter/Christmas, I feel like these designs work well
- [unlacquered brass faucet & cabinet hardware](https://missmustardseed.com/unlacquered-brass-faucet-cabinet-hardware/) - The kitchen renovation was supposed to start today, but it was pushed back just one more day, and that actually suited us well. It was a welcome delay since it gave us one more day to empty the kitchen, and Jeff and the boys had the day off from work/school. It meant the day would
- [1970 kitchen renovation | faucet, sink & counters](https://missmustardseed.com/kitchen-renovation-faucet-sink-counters/) - Yesterday, I ordered the kitchen cabinets! Whew, that was a big check and a big thing checked off the kitchen to-do list. Jeff hadn't seen the cabinets I selected in person and, to his credit, he trusted me completely and didn't even ask to see them, but I asked if he would meet me at
- [1970 kitchen renovation | stainless sink & brass faucet review](https://missmustardseed.com/1970-kitchen-renovation-stainless-sink-brass-faucet-review/) - Now that they are installed and we've been using them for a while, let's talk about the brass faucet and stainless steel sink I selected, why I selected them, and how those decisions are panning out so far. Let's start with the sink. I decided to go with stainless steel because it is a forgiving
- [unlacquered brass kitchen faucet update](https://missmustardseed.com/unlacquered-brass-kitchen-faucet-update/) - As we use our newly renovated kitchen more and more, I want to provide some updates along the way. I know I still need to share a full tour of the cabinets and how we have it all organized, so that is on my list. I'll likely make a video showing a complete look at
- [travel journal workshop](https://missmustardseed.com/travel-journal-workshop/) - I'll give you fair warning that my posts will be all over the place for a few weeks. We'll be bouncing around between Christmas decorating, gifting, and crafting, to early October in Italy, and then whatever else I'm working on. Welcome to my life. Today, we're back in Tuscany at the La Dolce Vita Retreat.
- [miss mustard seed tees & hoodies](https://missmustardseed.com/miss-mustard-seed-tees-hoodies/) - Do you remember Miss Mustard Seed tees and hoodies? We’re going almost ten years back when I used to sell in retail spaces, at markets, and regularly added products to an online store. I loved designing and wearing my own tees and hoodies, and they were my uniform for many years. I finally let go
- [your creative super power](https://missmustardseed.com/your-creative-super-power/) - A question I received when I shared one of my paintings on Instagram earlier this week stuck with me. I posted a picture of a cat painting as an example when someone asked if I only paint dogs. It was this painting... Here was her question... Two of the questions are about method and technique,
- [salt-dough season | traditional salt-dough ornament recipe](https://missmustardseed.com/salt-dough-season/) - Making salt dough ornaments and houses is one of my favorite Christmas crafts. Here is a post with recipes, templates, molds, and tips all in one place.
- [Arezzo Antique Market](https://missmustardseed.com/arezzo-antique-market/) - After our day-and-a-half delay in London, we arrived in Florence late at night and sleepily went through customs and connected with the driver who would take us to the Prone to Wander retreat in Sovicelle. He was a kind gentleman who spoke a little English, so we exchanged the usual pleasantries, then sat quietly for
- [salt dough gingerbread houses | Christmas crafts](https://missmustardseed.com/salt-dough-gingerbread-houses-christmas-crafts/) - This is the Christmas craft that sent me down the salt dough rabbit trail this year. (You can read about my salt dough ornaments HERE and HERE.) Instead of making my little Christmas houses out of gingerbread this year, I wanted to try making salt dough "gingerbread" houses to see how they compared and if
- [molded salt dough ornaments | christmas crafts](https://missmustardseed.com/molded-salt-dough-ornaments-christmas-crafts/) - I know what you're probably thinking. Didn't you already do a post on molded salt dough ornaments? Well, yes, I did! You can find that post HERE. While this post is a little Deja Vu, this is actually a different post talking about working with a different kind of salt dough for a different look.
- [my favorite realistic faux evergreens](https://missmustardseed.com/my-favorite-realistic-faux-evergreens/) - I really loved my Christmas decorating last year, so I will probably do something very similar this year. It felt classic and beautiful, and looking back over the pictures makes me excited to pull out the bins and deck the halls. Well, almost. But, while I'm thinking about it and while you might be planning
- [four things | fifty-three](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-fifty-three/) - I've spent a lot of time at the easel this week, painting every day. I am pushing through to get as many pet commissions done for Christmas presents before it's too late for oils to dry in time. I used to sit in front of old pieces of furniture, and now I sit in front
- [Chawton House & Delightful Delays](https://missmustardseed.com/chawton-house-delightful-delays/) - The afternoon was fading into the evening as we finished touring the garden of Jane Austen's House in Chawton, and we decided to walk down the road to visit Chawton House, home of Jane's brother, Edward. He inherited the estate, including the house where Jane lived, from the Knight family, who named him their heir.
- [tucking in the garden for winter](https://missmustardseed.com/tucking-in-the-garden-for-winter/) - This is our fourth fall in this house, and I think we have finally figured out how to best deal with the leaves from the six large maple trees on our property. The first fall, we had just moved in and were completely overwhelmed by them. Our amazing neighbors jumped in and used their two
- [four things | fifty-two](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-fifty-two/) - It's hard to believe we're in the final two months of 2025. Didn't it just start? I remember someone telling me I pressed the fast-forward button on my life when I was holding a newborn Marshall in my arms, and she was right. The years seem so fleeting and precious, and our growing, maturing boys
- [Jane Austen's House in Chawton, Hampshire](https://missmustardseed.com/jane-austens-house-in-chawton-hampshire/) - After our morning in Minchinhampton and Winchester, we headed over to Chawton, Hampshire, to walk around the village and arrive in time for our scheduled unguided tour of Jane Austen's House. This is the home that Jane lived in during the final eight years of her life (aside from the months of illness just before
- [Minchinhampton & Winchester](https://missmustardseed.com/minchinhampton-winchester/) - With some degree of sadness that it was our last morning in the Cotswolds and our last day together, Julia, my mom, and I packed up our belongings, tidied up the thatched cottage that had been our temporary home, and set off to see more of the English countryside before heading to the airport to
- [Daylesford, holding history, & dinner at The Village Pub in Barnsley](https://missmustardseed.com/daylesford-holding-history-dinner-at-the-village-pub-barnsley/) - After visiting Cotswold Farm Park and taking my fill of photos of rare breeds—cows, sheep, goats, pigs, and more —we went to meet Julia's sister-in-law, Carol, at Daylesford Organic Farmshop. Even after spending only three full days in the Cotswolds, I feel confident recommending this shop as a destination to add to your itinerary when
- [Handmade Christmas Garland Round-up](https://missmustardseed.com/handmade-christmas-garland-round-up/) - I've made many handmade Christmas and holiday garlands over the years, and here are a few of my favorites. They are all made with simple, affordable materials.
- [marian parsons - hobby historian](https://missmustardseed.com/marian-parsons-hobby-historian/) - "Great thoughts go best with common duties. Whatever, therefore, may be your office, regard it as a fragment in an immeasurable ministry of love.” ― Brooke Foss Westcott I received a new parcel from Julia of Ponder & Purchase. We initially connected through the antique sketchbooks of G. Herbert Kitchin and, since then, she's been on
- [four things | fifty-one](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-fifty-one/) - It's our final few days before it gets dark ridiculously early. I'm already feeling the darkness creeping in as I'm sitting at my easel in the afternoon. I love winter and all that comes with it—soup, Christmas, hoodies and wool socks, football games, and snow—but I wish it came with more sunlight. I know you
- [cotswold farm park | rare breeds farm visit](https://missmustardseed.com/cotswold-farm-park-rare-breeds-farm-visit/) - In case you haven't ascertained this for yourself, I basically traveled across the ocean to take pictures of sheep and cows. Not really, but that was a highlight for me. Animals are among my favorite subjects to paint, and I couldn't help but pull out my camera whenever we came across a cow, sheep, horse,
- [Broadway & Dover's Hill](https://missmustardseed.com/broadway-dovers-hill/) - We spent most of our second day in the Cotswolds at Hidcote Manor, touring the house and gardens, eating cake for lunch, and plein air painting. It was late afternoon by the time we headed to our second destination - Broadway. After visiting several villages the day before, I started to understand that while each
- [four things | fifty](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-fifty/) - Autumn is in full swing here in Maryland, and we are in the thick of our yearly battle with the leaves falling from our six 50-year-old maple trees. Jeff takes the lead on the leaves, and I'm working on garden chores to give ourselves the gift of a tidy yard over the winter, and garden
- [Hidcote Manor | National Trust Home & Garden](https://missmustardseed.com/hidcote-manor-national-trust-home-garden/) - We had a slow start on day two in the Cotswolds. Mom and I were feeling the effects of being awake for over 24 hours and didn't want to spring out of bed early for a long day of sightseeing. Over a breakfast of fresh bread, butter, and raspberries, we made plans for the day
- [plein air painting at Hidcote](https://missmustardseed.com/plein-air-painting-at-hidcote/) - Let me start by saying plein air painting is not my sweet spot. While I enjoy painting outside and on location, I'm rarely very happy with the results. I prefer painting in my studio in a more controlled environment. The lighting is relatively fixed; I have my easel and chair set to my height, all
- [the thatched cottage](https://missmustardseed.com/the-thatched-cottage/) - As our first day in the Cotswolds was waning, Julia drove us to Chipping Campden to check into our Airbnb. Just a few weeks earlier, Julia and I were on a FaceTime call, looking at potential places to stay during our trip. She had sent me a few vacation rentals and National Trust properties, and
- [meet Rosa Jo](https://missmustardseed.com/meet-rosa-jo/) - This post was going to happen eventually. Both mom and I have been combing shelters and rescues for dogs since we lost Sebastian in July. I told my mom it's her turn to be the primary owner of our shared dog. I have two cats and teenagers, so she needed a dog more than I
- [four things | forty-nine](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-forty-nine/) - I had planned to write Four Things posts while traveling, but that didn't happen. Our days were full and, when we did have downtime, I didn't want to spend it pecking away at my computer. Instead, I wrote in my journal to record all my experiences, thoughts, and observations as close to the moment as
- [Cirencester, Seasalt Cornwall, & Bourton-on-the-Water](https://missmustardseed.com/cirencester-seasalt-cornwall-bourton-on-the-water/) - Well, I am back home in the US, but I have over 2,000 photos to go through and edit, and I wrote so much in my journal that I went through three ink cartridges in my fountain pen! I recorded it all for my own sake, but also so I could share what we did,
- [Rosa's Fruit Salad Recipe](https://missmustardseed.com/rosas-fruit-salad-recipe/) - I've mentioned my great-grandmother Rosa's fruit salad many times on this blog over the years. It's a must-have at Thanksgiving and Christmas in my family. It is citrusy and sweet and we all look forward to it each holiday. I only make it twice a year, but Rosa used to make it once a week
- [Bibury, Barnsley, & The Pig](https://missmustardseed.com/bibury-barnsley-the-pig/) - The next stop in our jetlag-countering Cotswold tour was Bibury. (You can read about our first stop in Burford HERE.) As an American, you might be tempted to say Bi-berry, but syllables are dropped by the English (or added by the Americans) as in straw-bry and rasp-bry. It's Bi-bry. Now that we have the pronunciation
- [Arrival & Burford | "gateway to the Cotswolds"](https://missmustardseed.com/arrival-burford-gateway-to-the-cotswolds/) - The first delight of our trip came when we boarded the airplane from Washington Dulles to London Heathrow. As we're walking through the first-class cabin, it's hard not to look over the cubicle and wish we had tickets for one. Oh, to be able to lie flat in an airplane seat on an international flight.
- [My Favorite Local Antique Stores](https://missmustardseed.com/my-favorite-local-antique-stores/) - I have been asked several times since I moved back to the mid-Atlantic region if I would share some of my favorite antique stores. I will start by saying, there are a plethora of fantastic antique stores, markets, co-ops, barn sales, consignment shops, and thrift stores all within about an hour from me. There is
- [DIY wet panel carrier for oil paintings](https://missmustardseed.com/diy-wet-panel-carrier-for-oil-paintings/) - In my previous post about traveling with oil paints, I mentioned I would share a DIY wet panel carrier tutorial, and here it is! If you don't use oil paints, you may wonder what a wet panel carrier is and why it's necessary. One of the wonderful things about oil paints is that they are
- [Small Business Spotlight | A Gallo Watercolors](https://missmustardseed.com/small-business-spotlight-a-gallo-watercolors/) - When I first started my business and blog, many creative entrepreneurs supported me along the way. They showed me the ropes, invited me into their community, and introduced me to their audience and customer base. I love that I can now return the favor to other creative entrepreneurs, from small start-ups to established, thriving companies,
- [the great shutter debate](https://missmustardseed.com/the-great-shutter-debate/) - Some people might argue over politics or what kind of music is appropriate for a wedding reception, but what people who love architecture argue about is shutters. They argue about everything from the proper shutter-to-window ratio to whether hinges and shutter dogs have to be functional. It's pretty amusing to see the kind of heated
- [packing art supplies for international travel](https://missmustardseed.com/packing-art-supplies-for-international-travel/) - I've been bringing along art supplies when I travel for the past few years. When I went to China in 2017, I had a vision of standing on the Great Wall and capturing the experience in a sketchbook. I was nervous about it, but I did it! The sketch was rubbish, but I learned that
- [building a custom propane tank screen](https://missmustardseed.com/building-a-custom-propane-tank-screen/) - The only problem with cutting back the abelia hedge on the left side of the house earlier this year was that it exposed all of the work that needed to be done to this side of the house. You could see the staining on the brick from ivy, the trim that was long overdue for
- [something I cook every week | recipe for chicken patties](https://missmustardseed.com/something-i-cook-every-week-chicken-patties-recipe/) - I make the recipe for these chicken patties every week because they reheat well, are healthy, and versatile. These are a perfect meal planning staple.
- [four things | forty-eight](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-forty-eight/) - This week has been all about prepping and packing for my upcoming trip to England and Italy. It's sort of wild to me that I've never been to England, given that I lived in Germany as a child. We traveled all over the place, but never made it across the English Channel. I know this
- [Europe shopping list 2025](https://missmustardseed.com/europe-shopping-list-2025/) - Before my last two trips to Europe (in 2018 and 2019), I made a shopping list of things I wanted to look for. I thought it would help me focus when I felt like buying everything! It also gave us specific destinations to visit, which is always a great way to get off the touristy
- [how to install vinyl shutters on brick | tutorial](https://missmustardseed.com/how-to-install-vinyl-shutters-on-brick-tutorial/) - Over the weekend, we installed shutters on the left side of the house. That was the last side of the house that needed shutters, so I can finally check that project off the list! This home had wood shutters on all the windows originally, but they had rotted and were removed. Before we bought the
- [my capsule wardrobe for Europe](https://missmustardseed.com/my-capsule-wardrobe-for-europe/) - I leave for England in less than a week, and I thought I would share the clothes I pack for a trip like this. Most days, I am a sweats & hoodie girl. It really is my uniform. I often work on potentially messy projects, so I prefer not to wear nice clothes. I also
- [four things | forty-seven](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-forty-seven/) - I've mentioned before that sometimes, around the dinner table, our family shares our highs and lows for the day or week. It's a good way to get kids talking beyond the typical one-word answer. "Fine." This week, we have a big high. Calvin, our youngest, got his driver's license. He was the last person in
- [small guest room updates](https://missmustardseed.com/small-guest-room-updates/) - Painting the guest room is still on the to-do list, and it might be there for a while. As is often the case, decorating the guest room isn't usually a top priority. I've always loved working on the guest rooms in our homes, though. Since I'm not in these rooms daily, I feel I can
- [hard pruning a mock orange bush](https://missmustardseed.com/hard-pruning-a-mock-orange-bush/) - One of my favorite things in our yard is an old mock orange bush. I had no idea what it even was when we moved in, since it had bloomed months before the home was put on the market. I was surprised our first May in the house when the large bush was dotted with
- [how to paint vinyl shutters](https://missmustardseed.com/how-to-paint-vinyl-shutters/) - This post is an easy, step-by-step tutorial sharing tools, materials, and techniques for how to paint both old and new vinyl shutters to customize your home.
- [four things | forty-six](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-forty-six/) - My four things post typically goes live on a Thursday, but with a lot happening in the world, it felt appropriate to press pause on posting content online. I hope that this blog will be a source of encouragement and inspiration to those who read it; that it will be a reprieve from the
- [when creative work is about just showing up](https://missmustardseed.com/when-creative-work-is-about-just-showing-up/) - Most days, creative work is pretty easy for me. It has always been the kind of work where I'm most at home, most in my element, so I don't have to drag myself to write or paint, take pictures, or make things. Most of the time, I run to them with eagerness. That being said,
- [how to find the right next house](https://missmustardseed.com/how-to-find-the-right-next-house/) - "I would love to have a post about how you find such great houses. You always seem to get such great neighborhoods, lots, “raw material” even when you’re moving across states. Do you have a method? I’d love to hear about it. Thank you." I thought this question was interesting because I feel like most
- [sweet autumn clematis](https://missmustardseed.com/sweet-autumn-clematis/) - I recognized it immediately when we first looked at this house. It was hanging over a rickety fence that would need to be replaced, but my heart lifted when I saw it - sweet autumn clematis. I had planted it in my Minnesota garden in the hopes it would grow up around the porch, adding
- [four things | forty-five](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-forty-five/) - First of all, thank you so much to everyone who shopped my original art sale earlier this week. No matter how many times I have a sale, whether it's antiques and furniture or art, I get nervous that nothing will sell. I appreciate that I don't take a successful sale in the past for granted,
- [installing shutters on brick | 1970 home renovation](https://missmustardseed.com/installing-shutters-on-brick-1970-home-renovation/) - When the weather first started warming up this spring, I had a long to-do list for the back exterior of the house. New windows, paint, and install shutters, build a custom A/C surround, paint the trim, power wash the patio, and work on the garden beds. We've been chipping away at these projects over the
- [ideas from Cheri's house that I'm stealing](https://missmustardseed.com/ideas-from-cheris-house-that-im-stealing/) - As I shared last week (HERE), I had the chance to stay at my friend Cheri's house when I took Calvin to Minnesota for a quick trip to visit some friends. The trip was for him, and I was just there to drive the rental car and be the mom if he had any issues
- [September 2, 2025 | original art sale preview](https://missmustardseed.com/september-2-2025-original-art-sale-preview/) - As always, thank you so much to all my new and returning collectors! It is truly an honor that you would hang a piece of my art in your home. Over the past year, I've primarily been working on animal portrait commissions, so I enjoyed shifting gears to focus on still life and landscape paintings.
- [four things | forty-four](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-forty-four/) - This week has been jam-packed! It was the first week of school for the boys, which always feels jarring after the relaxed pace of summer. This year is very different, though, as we essentially have two college students and we're trying to juggle cars and rides to classes that start and end at different times.
- [A short trip to MN & upcoming art sale](https://missmustardseed.com/a-short-trip-to-mn-upcoming-art-sale/) - Jeff is usually the one who takes the boys on trips so they can have some father/son bonding time, but he had recently been on a couple of trips, and it would've been a stretch to miss more work. So, as we planned a trip to Minnesota for Calvin to visit his friends, it was
- [painted gables](https://missmustardseed.com/painted-gables/) - We've knocked out two more projects on the left side of the house this past week! This was the side of the house that had been most neglected over the years. Even though it does face a street (our house is on a "peninsula" lot), it's not a side of the house we see very
- [late summer bedroom refresh](https://missmustardseed.com/late-summer-bedroom-refresh/) - The master bedroom was the first room we worked on when we moved into this house. Literally, on day one, mom and I were pulling off wallpaper. We were going to have hardwood floors installed, and I wanted to get the walls stripped and painted before that happened, so that we could have a clean
- [four things | forty-three](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-forty-three/) - Today is a travel day for me. I'm heading to Minnesota, back to our old hometown. Marshall has been able to make a couple of trips to visit friends, and now it's Calvin's turn, so I'm taking him for a few days. I'm planning to meet up with a friend or two, but I'll use
- [creativity conversations | finding your style](https://missmustardseed.com/creativity-consversations-finding-your-style/) - As I was writing in my journal a few days ago, I thought about my handwriting. It started as uniform, traced over block letters made with pale dotted blue lines on exercise sheets. I then reproduced the letters on my own, on printed lines, making sure each hump of an m met the middle line
- [how to remove wallpaper glue from walls](https://missmustardseed.com/how-to-remove-wallpaper-glue-from-walls/) - When you do an internet search for "how to remove wallpaper glue from walls", you end up finding all sorts of articles that suggest all manner of mixtures to rewet glue and remove it from a wall. I read a lot of those articles as I needed to wash wallpaper glue off of the walls
- [selecting the right height for nightstands](https://missmustardseed.com/selecting-the-right-height-for-nightstands/) - On Instagram yesterday, I was asked if there was a standard for selecting the right height for nightstands. I thought that was a great question and one I never looked up, but I have typically chosen nightstands that felt like the right height for the bed they were paired with. I like nightstands that are
- [Guest room wallpaper removal](https://missmustardseed.com/guest-room-wallpaper-removal/) - When we first looked at this house, I knew the wallpaper was going to be an issue. Most of the wallpaper was at least 20-30 years old. At least. In addition, it was in almost every room. Floor to ceiling. I had never stripped wallpaper before, and I knew it wasn't a fun job, but
- [project plans for 2024](https://missmustardseed.com/project-plans-for-2024/) - In yesterday's blog post, we looked back at some of my favorite projects of 2023. Today, let's look ahead to 2024 and the home projects we have on the list. They might not all get done this year because other priorities might pop up or we might be unable to fit some of the bigger
- [four things | forty-two](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-forty-two/) - The summer is just flying by. I can't believe the start of school is just around the corner. I always look forward to the return of routine, but I also miss the slower mornings and more relaxed schedule. This year will be different, though, because Marshall is officially in college and Calvin will be taking
- [oil painting video tutorial | white irises](https://missmustardseed.com/oil-painting-video-tutorial-white-irises/) - After working on pet and animal portraits for most of this year, I decided to take a little break and paint some still life and landscapes. First of all, I want the practice. I don't want to get rusty in those subjects, even though working on one kind of painting informs and often improves another.
- [replacing more windows | 1970 home renovation](https://missmustardseed.com/replacing-more-windows-1970-home-renovation/) - Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Window World. I have worked with them as a paying customer twice before, and I am thrilled to partner with them to share more about their amazing brand. I am a big fan and delighted to tell you more about working with Window World to replace the windows along
- [creativity conversations | on longing, finding inspiration, and "good enough"](https://missmustardseed.com/creativity-conversations-on-longing-finding-inspiration-and-good-enough/) - Years ago, I used to write "Ask Miss Mustard Seed" posts. I would open up the comment section for questions from my blog readers and would then write posts answering those questions. We'd talk about decorating, DIY, furniture refinishing, upholstery, creativity, and running a business. I realized the other day that I miss those posts.
- [four things | forty-one](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-forty-one/) - Despite another allergic reaction happening on one of my arms (what in the world is happening), I spent time working on the side garden bed again this week. The weather has just been too much of a gift not to be outside. I also did some mowing, trimming, cleaning up along the curb, and helping
- [power washing the patio](https://missmustardseed.com/power-washing-the-patio/) - This project has been on my list since I did my Spring cleaning of the patio and pool deck in April. The patio, particularly the old part, was so dirty and stained. It's the sort of project that keeps getting put off, though. Not because it's hard, but because it's a pain to get the
- [new bedroom windows | window world review | 1970 home renovation](https://missmustardseed.com/new-bedroom-windows-1970-home-renovation/) - This is a non-sponsored review of working with Window World to replace the three windows in our Master Bedroom. Since I wrote this post, we have been repeat customers, and I'm now working with them as a blog sponsor. When we first started our home renovation projects, I felt like we had more than enough
- [antique purchases with mom](https://missmustardseed.com/antique-purchases-with-mom/) - Most of you have my taste pretty nailed down! When I asked which pieces you thought I bought while on my antique trip with mom, you were pretty spot on! (You can read that post HERE.) Truth be told, I wanted to buy everything I highlight, but I've hit that tipping point where I need
- [exterior window apron panels](https://missmustardseed.com/exterior-window-apron-panels/) - As I've shared the exterior of our home, I've been asked a few times about the panels under some of our windows, so I thought I would write a post about them. Let me start by saying that I'm not a tremendous fan of apron panels under windows. I don't mind the ones on my
- [antiquing with mom](https://missmustardseed.com/antiquing-with-mom/) - After visiting the local art museum and grabbing lunch at a bistro, Mom and I went to one of my favorite antique stores. Since purging ironstone and antiques earlier this year, I've been disciplined about not bringing a bunch of stuff back into the house. I do love milling about in antique stores, second-hand shops,
- [four things | forty](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-forty/) - It has been a quiet week, but a busy one! We had new windows installed yesterday, and while I wasn't the one doing the work, I lingered around to see the progress and take pictures. I can't wait to show you the results. The back side of the house is looking amazing! And, thank you
- [Washington County Museum of Fine Art](https://missmustardseed.com/washington-county-museum-of-fine-art/) - While I spent most of my week of rest at home, I knew getting out would be beneficial. I also knew that it would be good for me and my mom to have a fun day together since our last day together was so sad. We both burst into tears when she came to the
- [nurturing creativity](https://missmustardseed.com/nurturing-creativity/) - Taking last week off was exactly what my heart and body needed. I went to bed early, slept until I woke up naturally, lingered in bed, watched TV in the middle of the day, played with watercolors, wrote in my journal, read, painted, and made myself a big diner-style breakfast one day with home-fried potatoes,
- [the saddest day](https://missmustardseed.com/the-saddest-day/) - While this blog is primarily about my creative work, it has always been, in a small way, my story. Many of you have watched our boys grow up, even if I don't feature them here very often. You've followed us through moves, through Calvin's diabetes diagnosis, through difficult seasons, and through some of the best
- [four things | thirty-nine](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-thirty-nine/) - I decided I would take a few days off from posting here on the blog next week to be gentle with myself. I have some due dates for other work projects fast approaching, and I need to acknowledge that it's okay to set a few things aside so I can get the work done while
- [proper heights for wainscoting](https://missmustardseed.com/proper-heights-for-wainscoting/) - I don't usually care for "decorating rules." They are typically preferences and gimmicks more than actual rules. "Blue and green should never be seen." is one rule that I threw in the garbage bin pretty quickly when I started decorating. I want to ask the person who came up with that adage if they ever
- [four things | thirty-eight](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-thirty-eight/) - It was a slower week for me, but sometimes we need those slow weeks. Life can be a constant flurry of work and activities. Sometimes I enjoy those slower weeks, but this week of forced rest felt like an interruption. My body appreciated it, though, and I'm ready to hit the projects again. My four
- [options to improve a drop ceiling](https://missmustardseed.com/options-to-improve-a-drop-ceiling/) - Since it comes up every time I show our basement here, on Instagram, or anywhere on the Internet, let's discuss the eyesore that is drop ceilings and some of the available options to improve them. Let me first declare that I am anti-drop ceiling. I understand their practicality, affordability, and necessity in some circumstances, but
- [Amazon Prime Day Deals](https://missmustardseed.com/amazon-prime-day-deals/) - I usually don't do shopping/sale posts, but as I was checking out Amazon Prime Day Deals, I noticed several items I own, love, and have shared in previous posts over the years are dramatically discounted, so I thought it was worth sharing. While I do provide links to products here on the blog (I learned
- [painted basement paneling](https://missmustardseed.com/painted-basement-paneling/) - When I shared the basement last week, the wallpaper was primed and painted, and it was already looking worlds better! I have learned that when I have momentum, it's best to let that carry me into the next thing, which was priming and painting the paneling, trim, doors, and shelves. The doors and shelves were
- [four things | thirty-seven](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-thirty-seven/) - As I type this blog post, new LED panel lights are being installed in our basement! I can't wait to see that space properly lit and bright. I put off my painting until the new lights were installed so I could see better. I hope to have that done next week. My four things this
- [sometimes you just need to do the thing...](https://missmustardseed.com/sometimes-you-just-need-to-do-the-thing/) - Let's rewind a few weeks... I planted a boxwood hedge in the front garden too close to the house and porch, and after a bunch of advice from seasoned gardeners, I moved everything. Feeling like I was sure to make more rookie mistakes, I froze. I had containers of English lavender in a plastic holder,
- [removing english ivy two ways](https://missmustardseed.com/removing-english-ivy-two-ways/) - There was a time when I thought English ivy was charming. I mean, it is. When you see it growing up old brick homes, there is something beautiful about it. Now that I have lived in a mid-century brick home that was half-eaten by English ivy, I no longer find it charming. It stains the
- [painting wallpaper | 1970s basement makeover](https://missmustardseed.com/painting-wallpaper-1970-basement-makeover/) - Let's talk about painting wallpaper. In most cases, I am not in favor of it. Painting wallpaper bonds the wallpaper to the drywall in a way that makes it almost impossible to remove down the road. Some wallpaper will bubble and crease when dampened by a fresh coat of paint. It's a shortcut that will
- [four things | thirty-six](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-thirty-six/) - I usually enjoy the summer because of the slower pace, but this week has been busy! We've just had a lot on the schedule. Things should quiet down next week. In all of the busyness (and the suffocating heat), I've still managed to get some good things done. Here are my four things - My
- [a love affair with card room green](https://missmustardseed.com/a-love-affair-with-card-room-green/) - My love of Card Room Green started when we first moved to Minnesota. I had a Farrow & Ball paint deck as part of my paint deck stash, and while I would occasionally pull it out to look for a particular color, I had never used their paint or one of their colors in my
- [DIY custom A/C surround reveal](https://missmustardseed.com/diy-custom-a-c-surround-reveal/) - Jeff and I noticed a stretch of stifling days in the forecast, so that gave us the push we needed to get the DIY custom A/C surround installed and finished this weekend. I shared the progress we made on building the surround a couple of weeks ago HERE. Since I had all of the pieces
- [painted garden obelisk](https://missmustardseed.com/painted-garden-obelisk/) - When I decided to make custom lattice for our DIY A/C surround, I measured and counted out how many 1 x 2s I thought we would need for the project. I estimated that we would need 85 1 x 2s and figured I should round it up to 100 to have some extras in case
- [four things | thirty-five](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-thirty-five/) - Well, between thunderstorms and hot, sticky afternoons, summer is in full swing here in Maryland. I've been spending mornings and evenings working on projects outside and staying inside for the heat of the day, working at the easel and writing. While I'm not a "summer person", I do love the longer days and the slower
- [facebook marketplace find | vintage oak desk](https://missmustardseed.com/facebook-marketplace-find-vintage-oak-desk/) - If you followed my blog during our move to Maryland three years ago (can you believe it's been that long?!), you probably remember that I sold a ton of stuff. One of the pieces I sold was the vintage oak teacher's desk I used in my studio. Oak teacher's desks turn up pretty regularly on
- [photo tips for pet portraits](https://missmustardseed.com/photo-tips-for-pet-portraits/) - I have been drawn to portraits for years, so it was only natural for me to explore portraiture once I started drawing and painting. Painting portraits of living people can be tricky, though. Winston Churchill famously burned a commissioned oil portrait capturing his appearance in his retirement years because he hated it. It was a
- [what happened to my willow projects](https://missmustardseed.com/what-happened-to-my-willow-projects/) - If you were following along last summer, you might remember my obsession with weaving willow cloches and plant supports. (You can find that post HERE.) I went on a deep dive, sourcing willow branches locally and online, watching tutorials and reading articles, searching for inspiration, and then testing out what I learned. It involved setting
- [four things | thirty-four](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-thirty-four/) - I must say, I am pretty proud of everything I've accomplished in the week since my last Four Things post. I turned in my book manuscript, primed more pieces for building a few more panels to screen the A/C unit and propane tank. I built another garden obelisk and completed a few commissioned paintings. Jeff
- [tell me you're doing home renovations...](https://missmustardseed.com/tell-me-youre-doing-home-renovations/) - ...without telling me you're doing home renovations. Just look in their garage or any other storage spaces. They will likely be a jumble of materials and tools used for projects looking something like this... Yes, those are still boxes that have not been unpacked since our move into this house almost three years ago. Yes,
- [power washing the front walk](https://missmustardseed.com/power-washing-the-front-walk/) - We have done so much work on the front of our house over the last couple of years. After all of the painting, planting, and updates, there was one glaring thing that needed to be addressed. This front walk desperately needed to be cleaned. We bought a power washer a few years ago, so we
- [progress on the custom A/C surround](https://missmustardseed.com/progress-on-the-custom-a-c-surround/) - When I last shared about the custom A/C screen/surround we're building, it looked like this... My dad came over on Thursday to help me with turning those primed and painted pieces into finished panels. My dad and I are a good building team because we have a similar approach - done is better than perfect.
- [four things | thirty-three](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-thirty-three/) - Whew, what a week! I decided to try fitting in a bunch of projects to "beat the heat," and I ended up working quite a bit in the heat, red-faced and sweat dripping off my brow. It was only in the mid-to-high 80s, but I'm just not built for heat and humidity. I got a
- [DIY Custom A/C Screen](https://missmustardseed.com/diy-custom-a-c-screen/) - After having the lumber on our garage floor to season for a few months, we are finally building the DIY custom A/C surround. I am joking about letting the wood season. I bought the material without consulting my building partners, and we were not all on the same page regarding starting this project in the
- [summer simmer pot recipe](https://missmustardseed.com/summer-simmer-pot-recipe/) - A couple of weeks ago, there was an unfortunate accidental popcorn burning incident in our kitchen. If you're familiar with the smell of burnt popcorn, you know how unfortunate that can be. Not only did it stink up the house, but it we had to clean out the entire cabinet that houses the microwave and
- [opening the pool & back patio](https://missmustardseed.com/opening-the-pool-back-patio/) - Yesterday was the kind of day that I love. The weather was just to my liking: overcast, dry, breezy, and warm enough to work outside, but not too hot. And everyone in our family worked together to get things ticked off the to-do list. Marshall power-washed the front walk, Calvin mowed, and Jeff and I
- [four things | thirty-two](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-thirty-two/) - My four things this week - Blooms, "I'm farming", little by little, and rainy day painting... what I'm reading I received the most beautiful book in the mail this week - French Country Cottage In Bloom, the latest book by Courtney Allison. I've known Courtney for years, since my early days of blogging, and I've loved
- [how to get rid of bishop's weed | goutweed update](https://missmustardseed.com/how-to-get-rid-of-bishops-weed-goutweed-update/) - It's time for the highly anticipated update on my war on bishop's weed/goutweed! I'm kidding, but I know some people are looking forward to an update and some advice on how to get rid of goutweed (or at least get it under control). Before I get into the different methods I've tried and which have
- [progress on the front garden bed](https://missmustardseed.com/progress-on-the-front-garden-bed/) - I've been chipping away at gardening projects this week and have most of the front garden bed planted. After looking at black plastic for a year, it's nice to see plants and mulch out there. As a reminder, I laid down black plastic to smother some weeds and get a fresh start with this bed.
- [our master bedroom makeover reveal](https://missmustardseed.com/master-bedroom-makeover-reveal/) - A few of you have asked to see the full reveal of how our master/primary bedroom makeover turned out, so I am sharing all of the details in today's post. Since we've been living with this finished bedroom since the summer of 2020, I don't really think about sharing it, but I've only shown little
- [master bedroom bed crown & pillows](https://missmustardseed.com/master-bedroom-bed-crown-and-pillows/) - When I shared the milk painted dresser last week, many of you noticed that the bed crown was finished and up! My mom and I worked on that as well as sewing some pillows for the bed in the master bedroom. Several readers have asked to see the entire bedroom and I will show it
- [four things | thirty-one](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-thirty-one/) - It's graduation week, and now we have our first high school graduate! Marshall is graduating from high school tomorrow, so Jeff's parents have come up from Raleigh, my parents are driving over, and we'll be celebrating this milestone. In case you need a point of reference, this is the toddler who used to streak through
- [Lucketts Spring Market 2025 Purchases](https://missmustardseed.com/lucketts-spring-market-2025-purchases/) - I must say, I was pretty proud of myself for the restraint I showed while shopping the Lucketts Spring Market. With the exception of one piece, I stuck to my list (you can find my list HERE) and didn't buy small things that would add clutter to collections I've been trying to thin down. I
- [mock orange blossoms](https://missmustardseed.com/mock-orange-blossoms/) - We bought our house in the late summer, so it wasn't until the next spring that I was surprised by the beautiful white blooms on an overgrown bush in our side yard. To say it's overgrown would be a bit of an understatement because it's literally falling over to one side under its own weight.
- [Lucketts Spring Market 2025 Recap](https://missmustardseed.com/lucketts-spring-market-2025-recap/) - The Lucketts Spring Market 2025 is in the books! Oh man, what a special group of people who work so hard to put on an amazing event for their customers. I'm constantly impressed with their attention to detail and desire to make every event with the Lucketts name memorable. The Lucketts team doesn't have to
- [four things | thirty](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-thirty/) - After a misty, drizzly morning, the sun is finally shining after over two days of clouds and rain! I won't be getting out into the garden today because the easel and writing projects need my attention, but I'm looking forward to getting back into it this weekend. My four things for this week - A
- [Lucketts Spring Market 2025 wish list](https://missmustardseed.com/lucketts-spring-market-2025-wish-list/) - It's time for another Lucketts Spring Market! Right on cue, the rains have come in just as vendors are setting up, and there is more rain in the forecast. If an area is ever experiencing a drought, they just need Lucketts to set up shop, and the rain will come! As a former vendor who
- [planting the front garden bed | part one](https://missmustardseed.com/planting-the-front-garden-bed-part-one/) - I feel like I'm way behind with gardening chores and projects, but when I looked back at last year to see when I did most of my gardening work, I'm pretty much on schedule. I might just be a week or two behind, but not as far behind as I feel! My two biggest garden
- [Original Oil Paintings Available at Lucketts](https://missmustardseed.com/original-oil-paintings-available-at-lucketts/) - Late last summer, I received a message from some Instagram friends I met through the Lucketts Fall & Spring Markets. "Would you like to sell some of your original oil paintings in our space?" I had considered getting a booth to sell some original oil paintings in antique frames, but I would get overwhelmed at
- [four things | twenty-nine](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-twenty-nine/) - I always forget how busy May is with Mother's Day, end-of-the-year school events and projects, a birthday in our house, and I seem to end up scheduling too many maintenance appointments during an already busy month. I keep reminding myself and the boys that the end of the school year is right around the corner,
- [refillable ballpoint & rollerball pens](https://missmustardseed.com/refillable-ballpoint-rollerball-pens/) - I've been promising this post on Instagram for a while, and it's finally here - a round-up of beautiful, refillable, and relatively affordable ballpoint and rollerball pens. I say relatively affordable because, like fountain pens, rollerball and ballpoint pens can get very, very expensive depending on the brand and materials used. I never thought I
- [what to get rid of, what to keep | organizing](https://missmustardseed.com/what-to-get-rid-of-what-to-keep-organizing/) - As I've been sharing my organizing and purging efforts, I have been asked by several blog readers how I decide what to keep and what to get rid of. One reader expressed hesitancy to get rid of something for fear she might need it down the road. So, I thought I would share some of
- [the mediumalized living room shelves](https://missmustardseed.com/the-mediumalized-living-room-shelves/) - The living room shelves were one area that made me decide it was time to thin down my ironstone collection and other antiques from my stash. I put ironstone casseroles on the top shelf because I had nowhere else to put them. Since I've displayed all sorts of ironstone pieces all over my house for
- [four things | twenty-eight](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-twenty-eight/) - Another week of reading, watching, discovering things I love, and working. It's been a busy week, and I've admittedly been trying to cram too many things into each day, but that is how I usually operate! Here are my four things for the last few days of April - Getting an artistic talking to, motorbikes
- [tackling the side garden](https://missmustardseed.com/tackling-the-side-garden/) - Earlier this year, our family worked together to trim down the abelia hedge as part of the first phase of getting this garden bed under control. You can tell it used to be a beautiful garden bed - a semi-circular hedge of flowering abelia bushes framing a lilac tree that offered some privacy to the
- [sheet organizers](https://missmustardseed.com/sheet-organizers/) - About a year and a half ago, I worked on organizing our linen closets. I had just dumped everything in them when we moved in, and they were consistently a mess. I did a pretty good job at the time of thinning things out and getting the closets to a place where they felt organized
- [organizing the guest room/sewing room](https://missmustardseed.com/organizing-the-guest-room-sewing-room/) - As I've been organizing, I've done a terrible job photographing how closets, drawers, and cabinets looked before! I sort of hop around, working on multiple spaces at once, and get a closet half ripped apart before I realize I didn't capture a before picture. I did manage to get a picture of this closet in
- [four things | twenty-seven](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-twenty-seven/) - Is it just me, or has April flown by? I have blinked, and we're almost in May. I'm looking forward to May, though. While summer has never been my favorite season, I am excited about opening the pool and spending more time outside before it gets too hot. I'm also loving the longer days. Here
- [the mixer that's always a tad too big](https://missmustardseed.com/the-mixer-thats-always-a-tad-too-big/) - One of my main functional objectives when I designed our kitchen was to hide all of the appliances except for the Ilve range. I didn't want a toaster, electric kettle, coffee maker, or any small appliances sitting out on the counter, and I wanted the fridge and dishwasher to be paneled. While necessary, those appliances
- [apple espalier tree update](https://missmustardseed.com/apple-espalier-tree-update/) - Last year, I designed and built a couple of vintage-style trellises to add some interest to a large blank wall of siding on the front of our house. (You can find plans and a tutorial HERE.) When I started the project, I wasn't sure what kind of trellis-loving plant I was going to grow on
- [mediumalism](https://missmustardseed.com/mediumalism/) - Over the weekend, I continued working through the house, thinning out areas and setting things aside to sell or taking them to the thrift store. I have unearthed an entire closet in the guest room that was embarrassingly piled floor to ceiling with stuff. At the bottom of the pile was a bin of clothes
- [four things | twenty six](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-twenty-six/) - It's finally feeling more like Spring this week, and I'm getting the jolt of energy I often do that comes with sunshine, grass that's greening up, and crisp air that calls me outside. I did some work outside in the garden, but I've mostly been focusing my energy inside, organizing and purging while I'm motivated
- [ways to move (sell/donate) stuff](https://missmustardseed.com/ways-to-move-sell-donate-stuff/) - As I've been working through my collections and thinning down, I've received many questions about moving (selling or donating) the stuff. This can be the number one reason for holding onto things. Decluttering and getting things physically out of your house is a lot of work! It's just easier to let it sit in a
- [the fate of the open kitchen shelves](https://missmustardseed.com/the-fate-of-the-open-kitchen-shelves/) - I've been looking for and considering an alternative to the inexpensive open shelves we added during our kitchen renovation. We were at the end of the project and the budget, and I was also experiencing decision fatigue. But I quickly realized I didn't have a place to put my mixer or all of my ironstone
- [the practice of letting go](https://missmustardseed.com/the-practice-of-letting-go/) - Over the weekend, I started cleaning out my ironstone collection, pulling the pieces I felt ready to part with. As I was sharing pictures of the growing piles of stuff, I started getting messages essentially asking if everything was okay; if I was okay. Was there some big life event that was forcing this purge?
- [four things | twenty-five](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-twenty-five/) - I'm ready for a beautiful spring day, but I'm watching rain fall and wearing a hoodie because it's a little chilly for April. I normally cheer on these last gasps of winter, but I am itching to work on some landscaping projects! It will all happen in good time. When we have the long, sunny
- [the colors currently on my palette](https://missmustardseed.com/the-colors-currently-on-my-palette/) - I started painting with oils over seven years ago (in the fall of 2017), and my palette has evolved over that time. I think this evolution is a natural part of the process of finding oneself as an artist. Being one who loves color, paint, and trying out new art supplies, I was quick to
- [start where it's easy | organizing](https://missmustardseed.com/start-where-its-easy-organizing/) - I shared a couple of weeks ago that I feel maxed out when it comes to my stuff threshold. (You can read that post HERE.) Given that we have an enormous basement and this house has ample storage, we still have plenty of room to accumulate more, but I find that I want even more
- [dining room options & taking creative risks](https://missmustardseed.com/dining-room-options-taking-creative-risks/) - Last week, I shared that I was contemplating the fate of the hand-painted dining room mural and unintentionally posted it on April 1, so a few readers thought it might be a joke! It might seem a little nutty, but it wasn't a joke. It's not unusual for me to look at something I painted
- [four things | twenty-four](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-twenty-four/) - I was sick in bed last week, and the gunkiness and low energy have been hanging on! Someone called it the yucks, and that's exactly what it is. I have been looking out my studio window at the garden bed, which has been covered in black plastic since last spring, and I am eager to
- [beach photos with 70-200 Sigma lens](https://missmustardseed.com/beach-photos-with-70-200-sigma-lens/) - It's been over five years since I bought a new piece of camera gear. As I grew as a photographer, I kept upgrading my camera body and lenses so my gear could grow along with my ability. When I've taught photography workshops over the years, I would discourage fledgling photographers from going out and buying
- [the fate of the dining room mural](https://missmustardseed.com/the-fate-of-the-dining-room-mural/) - Sooooo... remember the dining room mural? The one that I designed, hand-painted, and spent hours and hours on? Well, I'm rethinking it. Let me explain... First, let me say that I do love how it turned out. I love the colors and style of the mural, and even though there are some areas I want
- [the stuff threshold](https://missmustardseed.com/the-stuff-threshold/) - Let's talk about the stuff threshold. I've mentioned before that I don't like to refer to spaces as sparse or cluttered because I have seen rooms on both ends of the "stuff threshold" done very well. Some rooms are perfectly edited, displaying just a few key things in harmony with one another. Sparse seems too
- [four things | twenty-three](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-twenty-three/) - Well, unfortunately, the virus that has passed through our household, taking us down one by one over the last few weeks finally landed on me this week and I've spent most of the last few days in bed! I feel the pull of gardening work, I'm excited about doing some Spring Cleaning and home projects,
- [Interiors of a Storyteller](https://missmustardseed.com/interiors-of-a-storyteller/) - I feature books I'm reading each week in my Four Things series, but every once in a while, I come across a book that needs its own blog post. Such is the case with Interiors of a Storyteller by Stephanie Sabbe. The official book release is tomorrow, but my friends at Gibbs Smith, who know
- [March 28, 2025 | original art sale preview](https://missmustardseed.com/march-28-2025-original-art-sale-preview/) - My next original art sale is scheduled and happening this Friday, March 28, 2025, at 1:00 pm Eastern. In this original art sale, I have pieces ranging from 5 x 7 ($75) up to 12 x 16 ($500.) Animals, landscapes, seascapes, still life, and a couple of master studies are all included in this collection.
- [kitchen eating area light fixture & lamps plus giveaway](https://missmustardseed.com/kitchen-eating-area-light-fixture-lamps-plus-giveaway/) - We're paying a little visit back to the kitchen again in this post! We are still working on little finishing touches and I am sure we always will be. I don't ever call a room done, but done for now. There should always be some wiggle room for more change. Today, I am sharing about the
- [new exterior lights | 1970 home renovation](https://missmustardseed.com/new-exterior-lights-1970-home-renovation/) - Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Lamps Plus. As always, all words and opinions expressed in this post are honest and my own. If you missed the post a couple of weeks ago, I shared the new lights from Lamps Plus we installed in our hallway. You can find that post HERE. As a recap,
- [a bench, a fountain, and garden lights](https://missmustardseed.com/a-bench-a-fountain-and-garden-lights/) - Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Lamps Plus. As always, all words and opinions expressed are honest and my own. Do you remember some of the lighting fixtures I've gotten from Lamps Plus for our house so far? We updated the 50-year-old exterior lights with the classic Stratton Street Lights... We added a lot more
- [living room lighting from Lamps Plus](https://missmustardseed.com/living-room-lighting-from-lamps-plus/) - This post is sponsored by Lamps Plus. As always, all words and opinions expressed are honest and my own. I shared the plug-in wall sconces from Lamps Plus before Christmas, but I never wrote about the details of the fixtures as well as another lamp we selected for the room. So, that's what this post
- [four things | tweny-two](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-tweny-two/) - I was planning on writing a Four Things post when I was at the beach but then, well, I was at the beach and decided against it! But, I have some good things to share today. Having a short memory in order to do scary things, the best thing on television, the bit of mystery
- [Isle of Palms & Wild Dunes Shelling Guide](https://missmustardseed.com/isle-of-palms-wild-dunes-shelling-guide/) - Back in 2022, I wrote a post sharing Shelling Tips on Isle of Palms, and a year prior to that, I wrote a post with general Tips on Shelling. I've since been back to Isle of Palms two more times and have stayed in another location further up the island in the Wild Dunes resort
- [IOP Shell Collection Competition 2025](https://missmustardseed.com/iop-shell-collection-competition-2025/) - It started on whim in 2022 when my mom and I noticed the differences in our preference for the type of shells we collect. Most of her shells were dainty, intact, and there was a wider variety of colors represented. My shells tended to be larger, mostly shades of gray, and had more "character." (Meaning
- [IOP shelling diaries | part two](https://missmustardseed.com/iop-shelling-diaries-part-two/) - Every day, whether the weather is sunny and calm or blustery and gray, my mom and I are heading out to the beach to see what gifts it offers to us. We both love collecting shells, a hobby that started with my Oma (her mom) and we've continued. When we cleaned out the attic after
- [check on check on check | tufted wool living room rug](https://missmustardseed.com/check-on-check-on-check-tufted-wool-living-room-rug/) - Over 10 years ago, I shared here on this blog that rugs were my decorating nemesis. I would get a room where I really loved it and then I would miss on the rug. It would be too busy, too bright, too light, too dark, or not the right color, material, or style. It would
- [free oil painting paint along | geraniums in terra cotta pot](https://missmustardseed.com/free-oil-painting-paint-along-geraniums-in-terra-cotta-pot/) - I filmed this oil painting tutorial over a year ago and, for some reason, never edited it! I think it felt a little overwhelming at the time and abandoning it seemed to be easier than getting it ready to post. I've had more requests for painting tutorials and paint-a-long videos, so I decided to finally
- [IOP shelling diaries 2025 | part one](https://missmustardseed.com/iop-shelling-siaries-2025-part-one/) - I started making little notes after each shelling excursion and I decided to turn them into a blog post series, so you could come along with me for the hunt. It's one of the things I enjoy most about being on the beach. I get to walk while listening to the surf, feeling the sand
- [six-inches to the right](https://missmustardseed.com/six-inches-to-the-right/) - A small decorating saga has been playing out in this living room corner for the past couple of years. If you recall, shortly after we moved into this house, I arranged these plates and antlers on the wall in the style of James Farmer. It's one of my favorite decorating "moments" in the house. When
- [Montauk Blue Slate Tile Floors | Two Years Later](https://missmustardseed.com/montauk-blue-slate-floors-two-years-later/) - There are some projects that are completed, shared here on the blog, and then I don't get asked about them again. Then, there are others that surface over and over. The Montauk blue slate tile floors were installed in our foyer are one of those projects. I receive a few inquiries about them each month,
- [Montauk Blue Slate Tile in the Foyer](https://missmustardseed.com/montauk-blue-slate-tile-in-foyer/) - The tile in the foyer is finished and we are one step closer to having the foyer and powder room makeovers complete! So, there is still more to do before a reveal, but I thought I would share how this space is looking currently and also the details on the Montauk blue slate tile as
- [#indexcardartproject 2025 | free oil painting tutorial | index card "D"](https://missmustardseed.com/indexcardartproject-2025-free-oil-painting-tutorial-index-card-d/) - If you're just joining us for the #indexcardartproject of 2025, you can catch up in these posts... Details & Materials for the Project Inspiration and References Oil Painting Tutorial | Card "C" In this post, I'm sharing another oil painting video tutorial. Instead of using an Edward Seago painting as a reference, we'll be painting
- [four things | twenty-one](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-twenty-one/) - Whew, it's been a busy week for me! For that reason, my four things post has been bumped to Friday, but I didn't want to miss it entirely. So, this week - books in my beach bag, freediving, words about mastery, and working ahead. If you missed my announcement yesterday about the upcoming fall creative
- [Join me for a creative lifestyle retreat in Tuscany!](https://missmustardseed.com/join-me-for-a-creative-lifestyle-retreat-in-tuscany/) - It started with an email in April 2017. Carolyn, the creative force behind Prone to Wander Retreats invited me to teach at one of her retreats in Italy. Our potential move was just starting to take shape and it seemed unwise to commit to an international trip. I was interested but kept pushing the possibility
- [mini advent stocking tutorial | Christmas crafts](https://missmustardseed.com/mini-advent-stocking-tutorial-christmas-crafts/) - Disclosure: This mini advent stocking tutorial is sponsored by Walmart. As always, all words and opinions shared are honest and my own. When I shared my mini advent stockings just a few weeks ago, several people asked me for measurements and more information so they could make their own. I already have a full set
- [custom cut gift tags | Christmas crafts](https://missmustardseed.com/custom-cut-gift-tags-christmas-crafts/) - Disclosure: This post on custom-cut gift tags is sponsored by Walmart. As always, all words and opinions are honest and my own. I'm squeezing in as much Christmas crafting this year as I can! Craftiness might even happen right up through Christmas Eve. We'll see how long this momentum carries me! Today, I'm sharing a
- [2025 yard clean-up](https://missmustardseed.com/2025-yard-clean-up/) - In the final days of February, we kicked off the yard work season of 2025. We had a few warmer days and wanted to be outside, so we decided to start cleaning up the left side of the house. This is the side of the house we've avoided the last two Springs because it's such
- [Sebastian turns 10 with Ollie](https://missmustardseed.com/sebastian-turns-10-with-ollie/) - Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Ollie. As always, all words and opinions are honest and my own. When we adopted Sebastian from a cat rescue farm (yes, a cat rescue farm) in 2016, he was a young pup at 18 months old. He's grown up with our boys and brought us so much joy
- [#indexcardartpoject 2025 | free oil painting video tutorial | card "c"](https://missmustardseed.com/indexcardartpoject-2025-free-oil-painting-video-tutorial-card-c/) - For those who have been waiting for another paint-a-long video, this post is for you! I am going to film painting a few of my index cards since they are great little studies for beginners, those new to oil paints, or those who want to do a little painting exercise with me. For this card,
- [four things | twenty](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-twenty/) - I had to take yesterday a bit easier after working on glue removal with my mom on Tuesday. It's not that it's physically demanding, but the process requires a repetitive motion while kneeling on the floor. That means everything hurts after you work on it for an hour or two! Your hands, shoulders, knees, back,
- [how to remove carpet glue from concrete | part 2](https://missmustardseed.com/how-to-remove-carpet-glue-from-concrete-part-2/) - I have had a lot of long, drawn-out projects in my DIY career, but I think removing the carpet glue from the concrete floor in the basement might take the cake. I haven't been working on it consistently or faithfully. Instead, I will push now and then to make more progress but then I get
- [Index Card Art Project 2025 | Inspiration & References](https://missmustardseed.com/index-card-art-project-2025-inspiration-references/) - For those joining me in the #indexcardartproject (or those who are just interested in following along), I decided to walk through my inspiration for this project along with some of the reference photos I'm using. I'm going to stick with landscapes as I did for the previous two Index Card Art Projects, primarily because I
- [how to clean up artists' oil paint](https://missmustardseed.com/how-to-clean-up-artists-oil-paint/) - I wanted to work with oils for a long time, probably years. I set out looking for different kinds of paints to try, to experiment with. As intrigued as I was with oils, I was also terrified of them. What about the fumes, the clean-up, and the slow drying time? I had used oil products
- [four things | nineteen](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-nineteen/) - Four things - little tidbits about nature, a beautiful human story from a surprising place, true words about hope, and annoying projects... what I'm reading I'm still finishing up a few of the longer books I'm reading, but I'm interspersing a few quotes a day from the little book, What I Know About Nature. It's
- [How I plan my days...](https://missmustardseed.com/how-i-plan-my-days/) - I'm often asked how I plan out my days to balance work, home, life, and creativity and, over the years, I've written posts about what I'm doing in that particular season of life. As I grow (and yes, age) and as my business evolves, so does the way I plan my days. There were many
- [collecting history | fossils](https://missmustardseed.com/collecting-history-fossils/) - Spring break for our boys is less than three weeks away and that means we're heading back to Isle of Palms to spend a week in the sunshine with the sand between our toes, and enjoying the company of extended family. It also means I'll be back on the hunt for shells, one of my
- [Join us for the #indexcardartproject 2025](https://missmustardseed.com/join-us-for-the-indexcardartproject-2025/) - As I shared last week, I decided to do another Index Card Art Project and you're invited to paint along! I did one in 2019 with two of my art buddies from Instagram - Michelle Wooderson and Paige from Open Field Mercantile. We started our oil painting journeys together and have stayed in touch and
- [four things | eighteen](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-eighteen/) - I feel like I haven't had a normal week since the Christmas break! There always seemed to be a snow day, a two-hour delay, appointments smack in the middle of the day, sickness, and just a lot of life stuff that was disruptive to routine. And, as much as I love winter and even cheer
- [getting past the gatekeepers](https://missmustardseed.com/getting-past-the-gatekeepers/) - When I first started oil painting in late 2017, I really didn't have any plans for it. For a long time, I had envisioned myself painting at an easel, holding a palette, working in oils, and producing paintings I might want to hang on my walls. I didn't even know if I would like it
- [small business spotlight | my white porch shoppe](https://missmustardseed.com/small-business-spotlight-my-white-porch-shoppe/) - One of the things I enjoy about the online community is getting to know other creative entrepreneurs and business owners. There was a time when starting a business meant one needed a physical place to sell from and a place to hang a shingle. There was a time when one had to physically visit those
- [art studio tour](https://missmustardseed.com/art-studio-tour/) - I finally did it! I filmed a detailed tour of my studio, taking a deep dive into all of the drawers to show you how things are currently organized. I use the word organized a bit loosely since the drawers are a bit of a mess at the moment. I use the word currently because
- [four things | seventeen](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-seventeen/) - We had an ice storm last night and into the morning, so Calvin had an "ice day" off school. The roads were just wet this morning, so Jeff still went into work and Marshall went to his college class. It made for a slow morning, though, and a day that felt like it should be
- [the ongoing battle in my studio](https://missmustardseed.com/the-ongoing-battle-in-my-studio/) - I love my studio. It's a little creative sanctuary for me. But, in this sanctuary, there is an ongoing battle that followed me from my last studio. It's the push and pull between wanting a tantalizing buffet of books and art supplies in view and wanting room to work and white space to foster new
- [kitchen backsplash update](https://missmustardseed.com/kitchen-backsplash-update/) - Since our kitchen renovation almost two years ago, the question I often receive is about our backsplash. Or lack of a backsplash to be more specific. If you followed along during the kitchen renovation, you know I was taking my time with each decision. (You can read more about that HERE.) I only made a
- [the antique swedish herbarium](https://missmustardseed.com/the-antique-swedish-herbarium/) - As I shared this summer, I decided to start pressing flowers, herbs, leaves, and other interesting bits from my garden. (You can read about that HERE.) I thought it would be an artsy way to record what I'm planting and how things grow. I also thought pressed plants might be a good jumping-off point for
- [the lost art of polishing & ironing](https://missmustardseed.com/lost-art-polishing-ironing/) - Last week, I took some time to pay a bit of attention to my pens and pencils. If you use disposable ballpoint pens, that might sound like an odd task, but I primarily use fountain pens, refillable mechanical pencils, and even refillable ballpoint pens. Several of my pens and pencils are silver or brass, which
- [four things | sixteen](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-sixteen/) - Can you believe it's almost February? Didn't we just start decorating for Christmas? Someone once told me that when you have kids, you press the fast-forward button on your life. Of course, time travels at the same pace whether you have kids or not, but it does feel like the days, months, and years are
- [2025 home project wish list](https://missmustardseed.com/2025-home-project-wish-list/) - I was amused as I was putting together my wish-list projects for this post because I know my eyes are bigger than my stomach when it comes to my home project ambitions. I always overestimate my energy and underestimate the time and money it will take to complete a project. I don't know if I'll
- [Traumwohnen & tips on being featured in a magazine](https://missmustardseed.com/traumwohnen-tips-on-being-featured-in-a-magazine/) - My very first magazine feature was thrilling. It was a small blurb about my blog in Flea Market Style magazine and I was over the moon. When I started my business, I was interviewed by the college student who designed my business cards, logo, and blog as a class project. She asked about my goals
- [four things | fourteen](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-fourteen/) - I've heard from several of my blog readers that they enjoy my Four Things series and it's given them ideas for how to share on their own blogs or social media or even just in their personal records. I'm so glad to hear that! I always hope my blog posts will be a jumping-off point
- [four things | fifteen](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-fifteen/) - This has been a quiet week and colder than usual for this area (Washington County, Maryland.) I've spent a lot of time painting, writing, sketching, and other good cold-weather pursuits. While it's been in the single digits and teens much of the week, with a layer of crunchy snow on the ground, I'm already thinking
- [Instant Pot Newbie](https://missmustardseed.com/instant-pot-newbie/) - Look out world, Marian has an Instant Pot! So, I've been considering the Instant Pot for a few years, but I never really bought into the idea that I needed one. (Am I the only one who thought it was an Insta-pot?) Anyway, I tested out an air fryer a couple of years ago and
- [2024 home project recap](https://missmustardseed.com/2024-home-project-recap/) - If you've ever lived in a house that needs some work, even if it's just customizing it to suit your tastes, you know it's important to stop now and then and appreciate how much you've done. It's easy to focus on projects still hanging out on the to-do list and lose sight of all of
- [January 24, 2025, original art sale preview](https://missmustardseed.com/january-24-2025-original-art-sale-preview/) - The last time I had an original art sale was last April! Ack. What happened?! Well, I know that I was writing, working on a book proposal, gardening, working on house projects... I did some commissioned pieces and a lot of sketching and studying, but I didn't have many finished works last year. My goal
- [a few favorite affordable fountain pens](https://missmustardseed.com/a-few-favorite-affordable-fountain-pens/) - As I've been sharing some of my fountain pens on Instagram and here on the blog, I've received some messages asking for recommendations for affordable fountain pens for fountain-pen-beginners or for those who don't want to spend a lot on a pen. When I bought my first "real" fountain pen a few years ago with
- [putting furniture pieces together](https://missmustardseed.com/putting-furniture-pieces-together/) - The piece of furniture I'm asked about most is the large antique cabinet in my studio. I totally understand why. It's an impressive piece and one I would ask about if I saw it! If you read this blog regularly, you know its secret. It's not one piece, but two. Not only is it two
- [how to clean & hydrate old wood | diy furniture cleaner](https://missmustardseed.com/how-to-clean-hydrate-old-wood/) - Several years ago, I wrote a post about how to clean and hydrate old wood and it was one of my most popular posts for years! I decided it was time to do a refresher post on this DIY, homemade natural furniture cleaner and write an updated post that answered a lot of the questions
- [making knitted Selbu mittens | tips for beginners](https://missmustardseed.com/making-knitted-selbu-mittens-tips-for-beginners/) - One thing I wanted to do this winter was to make a pair of Selbu/Norwegian-style mittens. I've always loved the style of them and have been drawn to knit colorwork for years. Over the winter break, I decided it was a good time to learn. When I started knitting last winter, I thought I might
- [my next big project(s)](https://missmustardseed.com/my-next-big-projects/) - After working as a creative entrepreneur since 2008, I have learned that projects come in seasons. Sometimes those seasons last for years and sometimes they are brief, fleeting. Some seasons I repeat, in new ways, over and over again because I enjoy them so thoroughly and feel called back to them. Some seasons are experienced
- [white chicken chili recipe](https://missmustardseed.com/white-chicken-chili-recipe/) - I have a new favorite soup to add to my weekly rotation - white chicken chili. Okay, it's a chili, not a soup, but it falls into that soup, stew, chili category that I love so much. I make a huge pot of the soup du jour at the beginning of each week, store it
- [the Repoussé pitcher](https://missmustardseed.com/the-repousse-pitcher/) - When I shared my Christmas dining room last week, I received so many comments and questions about the silver water pitcher on the table. It’s a sterling silver pitcher by Kirk Stieff in the Repoussé pattern that was first introduced in 1828. I've shared about this silver pattern before since it is my family's silver
- [the replacement priciple](https://missmustardseed.com/the-replacement-priciple/) - [et_pb_section fb_built="1" admin_label="section" _builder_version="4.16" global_colors_info="{}"][et_pb_row admin_label="row" _builder_version="4.16" background_size="initial" background_position="top_left" background_repeat="repeat" global_colors_info="{}"][et_pb_column type="4_4" _builder_version="4.16" custom_padding="|||" global_colors_info="{}" custom_padding__hover="|||"][et_pb_text admin_label="Text" _builder_version="4.27.0" background_size="initial" background_position="top_left" background_repeat="repeat" global_colors_info="{}"]For those who don't know, my husband, Jeff, is a pastor. So, he prepares and gives sermons each week and one of the topics that come up in sermons (and in our home) is
- [four things | thirteen](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-thirteen/) - Here we are at the first four things of 2025! I've enjoyed this little round-up of favorite things. Even if you don't share online, I would encourage you to keep a list of what you're up to each week. It can be informally as a list of what you're reading, what you're watching, what you're
- [slow and steady artistic growth](https://missmustardseed.com/slow-and-steady-artistic-growth/) - For many years, I have championed the idea that practice makes better. I recently saw something to add to that from James Clear, author of Atomic Habits. "Two simple rules: 1.) You get better at what you practice. 2.) Everything is practice." Sometimes, with my art, I wonder if I've improved and, if so, how
- [top 10 posts of 2024](https://missmustardseed.com/top-10-posts-of-2024/) - At the beginning of the new year, I always like to check out my analytics to see the list of the most popular blog posts from the previous year. I don't pay too much attention to analytics generally, because I write for people, not for algorithms and search engines, but it's nice to know which
- [Christmas/New Year break recap](https://missmustardseed.com/christmas-new-year-break-recap/) - I hope you had a wonderful Christmas and, if you were able to take a break around all of the holidays, an enjoyable, rejuvenating downtime. While I took time off from posting on this blog, I spent a lot of time painting, writing, planning, thinking, and a bit of organizing. But, I also slept in,
- [simple fall simmer pot](https://missmustardseed.com/simple-fall-simmer-pot/) - This week, the temps started to drop and we only recently had our first frost here in Minnesota. It's actually come pretty late this year and we haven't even seen a flake of snow, yet! But, I am ready for fires, slippers, hot chocolate, and for the house to smell like fall. So, yesterday, I
- [cleaning a smoke smell out of wood furniture](https://missmustardseed.com/cleaning-a-smoke-smell-out-of-wood-furniture/) - When you buy used furniture sometimes musty, dusty, pet, and smoke smells come with it. When it comes to severe pet and smoke odors, I'll usually pass on a piece. They are notoriously hard to completely remove from furniture, especially upholstery. But, there are times when a piece sneaks through my filters or I'll make
- [Selbu Mitten Knitting Tutorial | Part One](https://missmustardseed.com/selbu-mitten-knitting-tutorial-part-one/) - I started making Selbu mittens last year and several people asked if I could make a comprehensive selbu mitten knitting tutorial, so here it is! It's still in the 90s outside, but if you want to make these for yourself or to give as gifts, it's nice to get a headstart. Since it's a process
- [four things | twelve (Christmas edition)](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-twelve-christmas-edition/) - This will be my final Four Things of the year since I will take a few weeks off for Christmas break. If you've been reading my blog, you might remember that I used to post every single day - Christmas Day, on vacation, after surgery, when I was sick. It was a little crazy, but
- [how I've lost 30 lbs](https://missmustardseed.com/how-ive-lost-30-lbs/) - I shared in a blog post and a few times on Instagram that I've been working on my health and fitness behind the scenes. A bunch of people have asked if I would share what changes I've made, so here are the details... If you've followed my blog for a few years, you know I've
- [Christmas dining room 2024](https://missmustardseed.com/christmas-dining-room-2024/) - This year, I focused my Christmas decorating on our home's three public (and most used) rooms - the kitchen, living room, and dining room. Some years, I will add decor to the bedrooms, bathrooms, or my studio, but I decided to keep it simple. I enjoyed decorating the kitchen and living room this year, but
- [Christmas Kitchen 2024](https://missmustardseed.com/christmas-kitchen-2024/) - I shared our Christmas living room 2024 yesterday and, if you missed it, you can see it in THIS POST. Today, I'm giving a little tour of the kitchen and eating area. Last year was the first year I had the chance to decorate our newly-renovated kitchen for Christmas, so I had a great time
- [Christmas 2024 Living Room](https://missmustardseed.com/christmas-2024-living-room/) - Well, I might be (literally) limping across the Christmas decorating finish line, but I've made it. I added things this year and left other things out, making decisions based on how I felt at any given moment. Sometimes I had a spurt of energy and was really excited about what I was doing and then
- [1970 kitchen renovation | waypoint cabinets & customizations](https://missmustardseed.com/1970-kitchen-renovation-waypoint-cabinets-customizations/) - I wanted to write this post a few weeks ago, but I kept putting it off because I've had so many fun things to share. I am glad this post was pushed back, though, because it gave me a chance to really use our cabinets and to give a report on how we like the
- [Collecting Wallace Sleigh Bells FAQ](https://missmustardseed.com/collecting-wallace-sleigh-bells-faq/) - I have shared about Wallace Sleigh Bells on my blog (HERE) and social media for a few years and I get the same questions about them regularly, so I thought I would answer them all in one post! For those who aren't familiar with them, Wallace Sleigh Bells are collectible bells that were introduced in
- [four things | eleven](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-eleven/) - One of my Instagram followers said it best, "You've been Mondaying hard this week." Based on the snippets I've shared on Stories, I can see why it would look that way. Sunday afternoon I dropped my palette paint-side-down on the floor. Less than an hour later, I put a hoodie in the wash (because I
- [Christmas tree in an antique laundry basket](https://missmustardseed.com/christmas-tree-antique-laundry-basket/) - When I shared about using presents as part of Christmas decorations yesterday, several people asked here and on Instagram about two things: How did I get the Christmas tree to stand up in the antique French laundry basket, and where is the antique goat cart? So, let's talk about those two things. First of all,
- [presents are a part of Christmas decor](https://missmustardseed.com/presents-are-a-part-of-chrismas-decor/) - I am a multitasker to my core. I like flitting from one thing to the next, but I also seem to work at my best when I'm juggling a few things. As a part of being a multitasker, I'm always looking for ways to make the things I have and do work in more ways
- [Society6 prints & paper sale](https://missmustardseed.com/society6-prints-paper-sale/) - For those interested in prints, wrapping papers, and cards, I added a few new designs to my Society6 shop and most of my products are currently 50% off! One of my newest prints is this pair of rabbits... I didn't add any new paper designs this year (time got away from me), but papers I
- [salt dough ornaments 2022 | Christmas crafts](https://missmustardseed.com/salt-dough-ornaments-2022-christmas-crafts/) - This salt dough ornament-making is going to be an annual thing, I think. They are just so fun, easy, personal, and pretty. I made them last year, both traditional salt dough and cinnamon "gingerbread" salt dough, and I enjoyed it immensely. I always thought of salt dough as sort of a kindergarten craft material, but
- [four things | ten](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-ten/) - My weekly check-in with what I'm reading, watching, loving, and working on. This week, I'm turning the tables on you, watching an old favorite, loving a song Marshall shared with me, and working on everything simultaneously. We can be slightly overwhelmed and a little behind together. what I'm reading In a very rare season of
- [winter butternut squash soup recipe](https://missmustardseed.com/winter-butternut-squash-soup-recipe/) - As we were working out the Thanksgiving menu this year, my sister-in-law said she's been really into butternut squash so she was going to make butternut squash soup. As you may have ascertained from my recipe collection, I am a soup fan. I love that I can make a big pot on Sunday or Monday
- [2024 Christmas tree | set-up, lights, and garland](https://missmustardseed.com/2024-christmas-tree-set-up-lights-and-garland/) - When we got back from our trip for Thanksgiving, we unpacked the car and while we were carrying things, I had the guys carry the tree up from the basement for me. I usually might wait a day or two so we could settle and unpack, but with December a day away, I wanted to
- [dining room mural | for now](https://missmustardseed.com/dining-room-mural-for-now/) - We're back home from visiting family for Thanksgiving. We unpacked and put up the Christmas tree the day we got home so we had lots of time to enjoy the lights and ambience through the season. I also set up a tree in the dining room, which is exciting to see against the backdrop of
- [dining room makeover | the new velvet curtains](https://missmustardseed.com/dining-room-makeover-velvet-curtains/) - Last week, I made a final push to get the dining room mural to a place I could call it "done for now" and put the room back together. The best part was hanging up the new curtains custom-made for the room by Neutral Curtains. (As a disclosure, I partnered with Neutral Curtains for an
- [Four Things | nine (Thanksgiving edition)](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-nine-thanksgiving-edition/) - Four things - Thanksgiving edition! I hope you're enjoying friends, family, good food, and a grateful heart today. I decided to take a few minutes before we're off-to-the-races on the festivities to share my weekly four things. Revisiting watercolor, learning more about one of the great polymaths, a quote that makes you thankful for the
- [2024 Christmas decorating guide](https://missmustardseed.com/2024-christmas-decorating-guide/) - I was a little behind last year and by the time I shared some of my favorite Christmas decor ornaments, swags, and faux greenery, they were sold out! So, I decided to get ahead and post them just before Thanksgiving (and while most items are on sale.) Many of these items are ones I've used
- [2024 Christmas gift guides](https://missmustardseed.com/2024-christmas-gift-guides/) - It's that time of year! The time to start (or continue) elfing for our friends and family. I'll be honest and share that I've done a bit of elfing for myself when I've come across can't-pass-up deals for some of my favorite things. As I've done in previous years, I've put together a few different
- [four things | eight](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-eight/) - This week on four things - Dreamy handpainted walls and historic patterns, a feel-good story, the best apples in the world, and plugging away on home projects. Enjoy! what I'm reading I purchased A Year in the French Style and received it just in time for a dentist appointment for my 6-month cleaning. I don't
- [Hilton Head Island | Shelling Tips](https://missmustardseed.com/hilton-head-island-shelling-tips/) - When we decided to go to Hilton Head Island for our anniversary trip, the first thing I looked into was the shelling. It is one of my favorite things to do while at the beach, so I wanted to find out where the shelling hotspots were. In my initial research online, most forum posts didn't
- [when the wrong order is the right order](https://missmustardseed.com/when-the-wrong-order-is-the-right-order/) - I started working on the dining room mural when there were still nail holes in the walls that needed to be patched. I was doing so well with taking each step of the makeover in its proper turn. I painted the ceiling first, installed the molding, caulked the seams, and painted the trim and wainscoting.
- [woodblock scenic wallpaper](https://missmustardseed.com/woodblock-scenic-wallpaper/) - As I've shared the process of working on the dining room landscape mural, several people have commented on the "paint-by-number" look. (Not in a negative way, but pointing out the departure in style from my oil paintings.) I thought I would share more details about this look's inspiration and how I landed on it. While
- [four things | seven](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-seven/) - Four things for this week - a book about artists' paint palettes (oh, yes), a story of ingenuity and a successful failure, doing things afraid, and dining room mural progress. Enjoy... what I'm reading As soon as I caught a whiff of this book coming out, I preordered it. The Artist's Palette seemed to be
- [Hilton Head Trip | Savannah & the Telfair Museum](https://missmustardseed.com/hilton-head-trip-savannah-the-telfair-museum/) - For our third full day at Hilton Head, we decided to drive over to Savannah. It seemed a shame to be so close and not visit. We knew we would enjoy the architecture and just walking around, but we wanted to find something specific to do so we could wander with some intention. After a
- [kitchen paper towel holder alternative](https://missmustardseed.com/kitchen-paper-towel-holder-alternative/) - I decided years ago to ditch the paper towel holder in my kitchen. I don't have anything against them, but I just never found one I really loved. I found one or two over the years that were tolerable and I used them because you need to have a paper towel holder. One day when
- [Hilton Head Trip | Hunting Island, Shelling, & Alfred's](https://missmustardseed.com/hilton-head-trip-hunting-island-shelling-alfreds/) - If you missed part one of our Hilton Head trip, you can find it HERE. On day two, we decided to check out Hunting Island State Park, the self-proclaimed "best shelling beach in Beaufort." It was a little over an hour from Hilton Head, so it seemed reasonable. I was tempted to go to Edisto
- [four things | six](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-six/) - My four things this week - admiring the patterns in the world, one of the greatest stories of adventure and survival ever, a quote from the 1500s that inspires me even my safe, suburban life, and a gift we're giving to our future selves... what I'm reading A few weeks ago, I ordered the book
- [dining room landscape mural | diving in](https://missmustardseed.com/dining-room-landscape-mural-diving-in/) - I had the palette selected for the dining room mural. I've painted murals before including a landscape mural in my previous dining room. I had inspiration pictures, sketches, and a vision. Now that the ceiling has a fresh coat, and the wainscoting is installed, primed, and painted, nothing is preventing me from starting the mural
- [Hilton Head Island | French Bakery & Fish Haul Beach](https://missmustardseed.com/hilton-head-island-french-bakery-fish-haul-beach/) - We spent last week at Hilton Head Island to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary. Our anniversary is actually in March, but we were already at the Isle of Palms with extended family, so we went to a nice dinner in Charleston and decided to plan a trip for the fall since this is a big
- [paintable outlet covers](https://missmustardseed.com/paintable-outlet-covers/) - Every house we've ever lived in has had almost outlets and switches. Every single one. I keep thinking I might get away from them at some point, but I haven't managed that seemingly impossible feat. Why, oh why are almond lighting fixtures so prevalent?! Changing the outlet and switch covers is easy and inexpensive, but
- [four things | five](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-five/) - Since I was traveling this week, my four things list is a little different. I think that's what I like about sharing some favorites in this format. Each week will be different depending on the season and what I'm up to. It'll capture a snapshot of what I'm up to. My four things for this
- [Artist Reference Photos | Portraits & People](https://missmustardseed.com/artist-reference-photos-portraits-people/) - We have been adding a bunch of new photos to the Artist Reference Photos site each week, including some lovely new still-life vignettes and landscapes with barns, cows, and sheep. I've always collected photos for myself, but it's been fun to be more intentional about it and collecting photos to share on the site. As
- [Lucketts Fall Market 2024 Purchases](https://missmustardseed.com/lucketts-fall-market-2024-purchases/) - I already shared the antique ironstone milk pan I purchased at the Lucketts Fall Market in THIS POST, but I wanted to share the rest of the things I bought. I ended up coming home with a relatively empty van because I didn't buy any large pieces, but I still brought home several treasures. My
- [basement floor progress | 1970 home renovation](https://missmustardseed.com/basement-floor-progress-1970-home-renovation/) - A part of me felt like sharing the process of this basement makeover here on the blog wouldn't be very fulfilling. With other rooms in the house, there is going to be a transformation with well-lit photos at the end of the journey. With zero natural light in this space, a drop ceiling, and cold
- [four things | four](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-four/) - Four more things I'm reading, watching, working on, and loving - Neuroscience, the Devil's Thumb, celebrating a milestone and watching a young man grow into adulthood. Enjoy! what I'm reading I pretty much seek out and gobble up any books on creativity I can find, so I was excited to discover and dig into Your
- [dining room makeover | painted wainscoting](https://missmustardseed.com/dining-room-makeover-painted-wainscoting/) - I have finally finished all of the trim and painting in the dining room that needed to be done before I started on the mural. After having only primer on the walls for over a year, this feels like a huge accomplishment. I don't know why painting the ceiling and installing trim made me procrastinate
- [Feels Like Home | three year anniversary giveaway](https://missmustardseed.com/feels-like-home-three-year-anniversary/) - This giveaway is closed. The winners are Naomi B, Gail J, and Judi Y. Congrats, and thanks to all who entered and celebrated this book birthday with me! Feels Like Home is still $11.99 on Amazon if you want some extra inspiration for making your house feel more like your home. Can you believe Feels
- [taking care of myrtle topiaries](https://missmustardseed.com/taking-care-of-myrtle-topiaries/) - I have loved myrtle topiaries for years. I would always admire them in magazines and how elegant, graceful, and pretty they are. I admired my online friends who seemed to have the magic touch with myrtles - Loi of Tone on Tone and Heather of Sweet Shady Lane. Heather calls them her "ladies." I have
- [basement ponderings & asbestos testing](https://missmustardseed.com/basement-ponderings-asbestos-testing/) - Prepare yourself for one of the ugliest posts ever to grace this blog. Sometimes when you're renovating an older home, things are ugly. It's almost unavoidable. When we first looked at this house and considered buying it, the basement was the obvious sore thumb. It clearly had water issues because it felt humid, smelled dank
- [removing carpet glue from concrete | part one](https://missmustardseed.com/removing-carpet-glue-from-concrete-part-one/) - I'm sure you're excited to see that this is only part one of removing carpet glue from concrete. That means there will at least be a part two and you'll have more ugly photos and stories of slow and tedious DIY endeavors to delight you. As I shared in the initial post about the basement,
- [the story of the ironstone milk pans](https://missmustardseed.com/the-story-of-the-ironstone-milk-pans/) - One of the vendors that's been a favorite at the Lucketts Spring & Fall Markets each year has been Barn Fresh Designs. They always have lovely pieces, an eye-catching display, and reasonable prices. I've bought a few things from them over the last few markets and was excited to see them in a new space
- [four things | three](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-three/) - It's time for another four things and this is a random smattering. Commonplacing, Hemmingway, contemporary poetry, and a race with the weather. Enjoy... what I'm reading I've been very interested in record-keeping the past few weeks, so I've been reading books on diaries, journals, letters, sketchbooks, logbooks, and commonplace notebooks. This led me to the
- [October Walmart midsize try on](https://missmustardseed.com/october-walmart-midsize-try-on/) - Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Walmart Fashion. As always, all words and opinions are honest and my own. I have had a great time trying on pieces from Walmart to share with you over the past few months. As I've shared before, it's outside of my comfort zone. I would never claim that fashion
- [Lucketts Fall Market 2024 recap](https://missmustardseed.com/lucketts-fall-market-2024-recap/) - Another Lucketts Market is in the books! Attending the Lucketts markets has definitely been a perk of moving back to the mid-Atlantic region. My mom and I know the Friday of the Spring and Fall Markets are written in ink on the calendar and we need to work everything else around them. Well, the Early
- [four things | two](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-two/) - Last week, I started a new weekly series - Four Things. These posts are for sharing four things - what I'm reading, watching, loving, and working on. I hope these posts will be a nice place to drop the this-and-that sort of things that happen throughout the week and will be a source of encouragement
- [Lucketts fall market wish list 2024](https://missmustardseed.com/lucketts-fall-market-wish-list-2024/) - Here we are at another Lucketts Market! I miss the weather (believe it or not) and friends in Minnesota, but I am so glad to be back on the East Coast again and an hour away from Lucketts. As I've shared many times over the years, it's a special place to me not only because
- [field trip | emporium antiques in Frederick, MD](https://missmustardseed.com/field-trip-emporium-antiques-in-frederick-md/) - Yesterday, I drove down to Frederick to meet Jodie of The Past Restored to drop off my oil paintings for the Lucketts Fall Market with her. You can read about that spur-of-the-moment partnership HERE. I had to pick Marshall up in a couple of hours, so instead of going home, I decided to poke around
- [picture frame molding | dining room makeover](https://missmustardseed.com/picture-frame-molding-dining-room-makeover/) - I feel like I keep returning to the same decorating bag of tricks with picture frame molding, but it is such an inexpensive and easy way to add architectural detail to a space that it's hard to resist. A room can look stately, classic, and more interesting with just a couple hundred dollars invested in
- [four things | one](https://missmustardseed.com/four-things-one/) - I used to share a monthly favorites post and stopped during our move because it became a little overwhelming! Collecting my favorites through the month seemed more difficult in all of the upheaval and chaos of the move and renovations. I am finding my stride again and realize I miss sharing my favorites. I considered
- [original oil paintings to sell at Lucketts](https://missmustardseed.com/original-oil-paintings-to-sell-at-lucketts/) - It was sort of inevitable. I move back to within an hour from Lucketts and I get sucked back in. (And I mean that in the best possible way.) If you were reading this blog before I moved to Minnesota, you'll remember the days when I was a full-time vendor at the Old Lucketts Store
- [antique empire buffet](https://missmustardseed.com/antique-empire-buffet/) - When I painted the dining room ceiling a few weeks ago, eagle-eyed readers might've noticed the new buffet in the corner under the plastic dropcloth. I haven't shown that corner of the dining room often, so it may have been overlooked entirely. I recently acquired the beautiful antique Empire buffet from a local consignment shop
- [simple, natural fall mantel | autumn decorating](https://missmustardseed.com/simple-naural-fall-mantel-autumn-decorating/) - In the very early years of my blogging career, I connected with Layla of the Lettered Cottage. I was smitten with her design aesthetic and eye for styling. We both wrote tutorials for HGTV.com (you can find mine HERE) and wrote and contributed photography for several of the same editors and magazines. We met at
- [two years | 1970 home renovation](https://missmustardseed.com/two-years-1970-home-renovation/) - Can you believe we just passed the two-year mark of living in our current house? I feel like, between years two and three is when our MN home started really feeling like ours and I think the same is true for this house. While the Minnesota house just needed some updating and a huge injection
- [new art prints](https://missmustardseed.com/new-art-prints/) - I haven't been doing as much painting as I'd like this year. How are we already deep into September and I have only had one or two original art sales this year?! I don't think there is a simple answer for that, but it's been a lot of things. I focused a lot of attention
- [Ilve Nostalgie range review](https://missmustardseed.com/ilve-nostalgie-range-review/) - Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Ilve. As always, all words and opinions expressed in this Ilve Nostalgie review are honest and my own. Since I first shared that I was getting an Ilve Nostalgie 48" range, I was asked to write a review. I wanted to use the range for a few months before
- [another mid-size try-on from Walmart](https://missmustardseed.com/another-mid-size-try-on-from-walmart/) - Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Walmart. As always, all words and opinions expressed in this post are honest and my own. I have already done a couple of Walmart try-ons recently, but when they asked me to do another, I was totally in! Not only have I had a fun time shopping their fall
- [my favorite source for antique European antlers](https://missmustardseed.com/my-favorite-source-for-antique-european-antlers/) - I was at an antique store years ago with my mom and I spotted a pair of antique German stag antlers. I immediately felt drawn to them. I couldn't express why at that particular moment, but I kept going back to them and finally took them carefully off the wall of the booth where they
- [restoration home](https://missmustardseed.com/restoration-home/) - Since I've been about as productive as a sack of potatoes, I don't have new and exciting things to share. Unfortunately, the dining room trim did not magically install itself and weeds did not pull themselves just because I willed them to go away. New paintings didn't appear on my drying shelves and blog posts
- [adding doors back on a hutch | dining room makeover](https://missmustardseed.com/adding-doors-back-on-a-hutch-dining-room-makeover/) - The dining room makeover has been at a standstill since I painted the ceiling last weekend because I have been in bed sick for several days. I am up and about now but still moving slowly and not feeling the greatest. It's just normal virus stuff - congestion, sore throat, cough, and aches. I've missed
- [why I read multiple books at one time](https://missmustardseed.com/why-i-read-multiple-books-at-one-time/) - As I've shared before, I pretty habitually have a stack of books sitting in my studio at any given time. I try to stay tidy and keep the stack under control, but I keep adding to the stack and it gets comically high again. Sometimes it's because I've acquired new books and they're in the
- [painting the dining room ceiling](https://missmustardseed.com/painting-the-dining-room-ceiling/) - Well, I finally did it. I've been dragging my feet for over a year, but I painted the dining room ceiling. I have been hung up on working on this room just because I knew the ceiling had to be done first and I just really didn't want to do it. It wasn't the painting
- [tips on painting ceilings](https://missmustardseed.com/tips-on-painting-ceilings/) - There are some DIY projects that are a lot of fun and rewarding and then there is painting ceilings. I was so happy that the ceilings in our last house in Minnesota didn't need to be repainted, but the ceilings in every other house we've owned have needed to be painted. I don't think painting
- [tonal floral still life sketch | oil painting tutorial](https://missmustardseed.com/tonal-floral-still-life-sketch-oil-painting-tutorial/) - It's been a little while since I've done a painting video tutorial, so even though this was just a sketch to get into the groove of oil painting again, I decided to set up the camera and turn it into a tutorial. Really, it's more of a paint-a-long than a tutorial since I wouldn't consider
- [redefining what it means to be bad at something](https://missmustardseed.com/redefining-what-it-means-to-be-bad-at-something/) - One theme that often comes up in e-mails, comments, and messages from blog readers and social media followers is being good at something. I get all sorts of comments in that vein... I'm not good at that. I can't do that. I'm bad at that. Is there anything you're not good at? That last question
- [Taschen Book Sale](https://missmustardseed.com/taschen-book-sale/) - One of my favorite publishers/booksellers, Taschen Books is having a huge sale, so even though I typically don't post on the weekends, I thought I would share some of the titles in my own library that are on sale. Their books are always a feast for the eyes with gorgeous photography, and high-quality paper, and
- [a rug, the first dried hydrangeas, & a cloche](https://missmustardseed.com/a-rug-the-first-dried-hydrangeas-a-cloche/) - Do you remember the jute rug in the kitchen eating area with the scalloped edge? I loved the detail around the border, but I have some sad news. After about a year in a heavy traffic path, the scallops around the corners started to come loose. I learned this is the kind of run that
- [pressing & mounting flowers | video tutorial](https://missmustardseed.com/pressing-mounting-flowers-video-tutorial/) - Last month, I shared how I was taking cuttings from my garden to preserve them in my gardening notebook. As various other herbs and flowers have reached their peak, I have clipped them to add. I decided I would make a quick video on pressing and mounting flowers in a notebook while I was at
- [decorating over a tall headboard](https://missmustardseed.com/decorating-over-a-tall-headboard/) - When I was shopping for a kingsized bed frame a few years ago, one of the features on the wish list was a high, padded headboard so it would be comfortable to sit up in bed and read. This bed definitely checked that box! The one downside to having a taller headboard, especially one that
- [1970 kitchen renovation | this & that](https://missmustardseed.com/1970-kitchen-renovation-this-that/) - It seems like the kitchen should be done already, but all of the little finishing details take time and that's what's been happening in the kitchen for the past few days. It's a little bit of this and that. Installing trim, caulking, painting, patching, finishing, and starting to get things more organized. So, I thought
- [Summer Outfits with Walmart](https://missmustardseed.com/summer-outfits-with-walmart/) - Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Walmart. As always, all opinions are honest and my own. I've worked with Walmart here on the blog for several years, sharing things from their home and craft department, but this time I was asked to share items featured in their fashion department. My days mostly consist of painting,
- [vintage & new kitchen rugs](https://missmustardseed.com/vintage-new-kitchen-rugs/) - I usually don't post here on the blog on Fridays. I keep the day open so I can paint, work on projects, go shopping, and not be tied to the computer. But, I have so much to share about the kitchen, the pool, my upcoming art sale, and other house projects, so I'm taking some
- [the duck casserole](https://missmustardseed.com/the-duck-casserole/) - During our secondhand shopping trip a couple of weeks ago (when we found the amazing teak patio lounge chairs) I also came home with another special find. It wasn't quite as amazing as getting $6,660 worth of patio furniture for $150, but it was still a good buy. So, as we were meandering through an
- [pool & patio updates with Walmart](https://missmustardseed.com/pool-patio-updates-with-walmart/) - Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Walmart. As always, all words and opinions expressed in this post are honest and my own. There are a lot of sponsored posts I get excited about. I don't work with a brand if it doesn't feel authentic and if I wouldn't buy their products as a customer. But,
- [polishing silver napkin rings](https://missmustardseed.com/polishing-silver-napkin-rings/) - When I first started hitting yard sales as a newlywed, I noticed I was seeing two things over and over. Well, aside from the footbaths and old Easter baskets that you see at every yard sale, but I wasn't interested in those things. I was looking for old things, specifically old things I could use
- [avoiding decorating mistakes](https://missmustardseed.com/avoiding-decorating-mistakes/) - A couple of unfortunate things have happened to my blog over the years moving servers, changing platforms, getting a new camera, and a few mysteries that have caused some glitches in thousands of old blog posts. Certain links from posts have disappeared (along with the words that were linked), some internal links have a superfluous
- [how to start a blog in 2024](https://missmustardseed.com/how-to-start-a-blog-in-2024/) - Earlier this week I wrote a post arguing points showing why blogging isn't dead. You can read that post HERE. And then, I completely neglected to share any details on how to start and grow a blog if I persuaded you to start one. So, let me fix that in this post. Let me start
- [Kim's coastal bedroom | installing the built-ins](https://missmustardseed.com/26872-2/) - The room makeover for my mom and dad is finally nearing completion! I am planning to photograph the finished room later this week. We finally got over the biggest hurdle in the room, the built-ins. I have assisted Jeff with building cabinets and shelves and I felt like it was something my dad and I
- [kim's coastal bedroom | the bedskirt & built-ins](https://missmustardseed.com/kims-coastal-bedroom-the-bedskirt-built-ins/) - I know lots of you are eagerly awaiting the reveal of my mom's room makeover. Trust me...she is, too! My design services are free, but they aren't fast! We have been making some progress, though. I mentioned before that I made a bed skirt, but I didn't have a chance to get a picture of
- [Kim's coastal bedroom | the walls & built-in plans](https://missmustardseed.com/kims-coastal-bedroom-the-walls-built-in-plans/) - I spent a good part of my day today helping my parents paint their bedroom in the color I picked out, In Your Eyes by Benjamin Moore. My dad kept referring to it as "in your face." I'm so pleased with the color, though. The room looks very sparse at the moment, but the color
- [new artwork added to Society6 (and a sale!)](https://missmustardseed.com/new-artwork-added-to-society6-and-a-sale/) - I intended to make new pieces available as prints on Society6 after each original art sale, but I got behind. The truth is, I would rather paint and do a ton of other things rather than upload photos of paintings, and tag and categorize them for a few hours. It's not complicated, but it's a
- [collecting vintage & antique copper](https://missmustardseed.com/collecting-vintage-antique-copper/) - As I've shared the renovation of our kitchen, one of the things I've been asked about most is my copper collection. More specifically, I'm asked where I find it and what I look for when shopping for copper. So, I thought I would write a blog post to answer all of the questions and share
- [cleaning copper cookware](https://missmustardseed.com/cleaning-copper-cookware/) - Yesterday, I shared my tips for shopping for and identifying quality copper pieces as well as some details of how I built my collection over almost 20 years. (You can read that blog post HERE.) Collecting is always a slow and patient process, but it is a rewarding one. Collecting, for me, isn't just about
- [1970 kitchen renovation | the new/old sconces](https://missmustardseed.com/1970-kitchen-renovation-the-new-old-sconces/) - We are creeping towards the finish line of our 1970 kitchen renovation! I feel like I've said that before (and I probably have), but it really feels like we're very nearly there. Last week, I painted the window trim (and repainted the rest of the trim that was looking a little too yellow-cream) and we
- [a bouquet of dish brushes](https://missmustardseed.com/a-bouquet-of-dish-brushes/) - When I shared this picture of the light from the new kitchen window falling on my bouquet of dish brushes by the sink, I received a comment that made me smile. I'm paraphrasing, but it said something like, "Why do you use dish brushes? And why do you have so many?" The answer to the
- [reviving an antique wood hutch](https://missmustardseed.com/reviving-an-antique-wood-hutch/) - I'm not sure if you were aware, but we do have rooms in our house other than the kitchen! We've been talking so much about the kitchen lately, I've still been doing a little bit of this and that in other rooms and, as the kitchen renovation is coming to a conclusion, I'm already excited
- [stainless steel trim for the range hood & range](https://missmustardseed.com/stainless-steel-trim-for-the-range-hood-range/) - I kept showing the range and range hood with a little asterisk. *It's not quite finished, yet! We will be adding some stainless steel trim to the back of the range and around the underside of the hood. Well, that was finally installed last week and it was just the perfect finishing touch. For you
- [a little shelf tweaking](https://missmustardseed.com/a-little-shelf-tweaking/) - We finally started school in our neck of the woods, which is both cause for celebration and mourning. I am excited for the rhythm that comes with the routine school days force us into. I find I am more focused and productive within that framework. I also enjoy having the house to myself so I
- [Giving an antique whirligig a makeover](https://missmustardseed.com/giving-an-antique-whirligig-a-makeover/) - A few months ago, I decided to check out an antique store I hadn't been to in a while - the Fayetteville Antique Mall in Fayetteville, PA. I used to go there regularly when we lived in PA, but I noticed more vendors were leaving over and the quality of the merchandise was going downhill.
- [marinated skirt steak recipe & an All-Clad giveaway](https://missmustardseed.com/marinated-skirt-steak-an-all-clad-giveaway/) - The pot rack in my kitchen might be the one thing in my house that we installed a week after we moved in 10 years ago and hasn't moved an inch. It's never even been under threat of being moved. I love, love, love my pot rack. That's an odd thing for me, because it's
- [walmart Free Assembly launch favorites try-on | part two](https://missmustardseed.com/walmart-free-assembly-favorites-try-on-part-two/) - Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Walmart. As always, all words and opinions are honest and my own. This is part two of the try-on I shared last week from the new Free Assembly launch from Walmart. You can find that try-on HERE if you missed it and are looking for some cute and very
- [why blogging isn't dead](https://missmustardseed.com/why-blogging-isnt-dead/) - I realize this statement might be hollow coming from a blogger, but I hope you'll hear me out on this. My perspective on why blogging isn't dead is much more objective than you might imagine. In fact, I'm quite pragmatic for a creative person. I can detach myself from the fact that I'm a blogger
- [1970 kitchen renovation | little finishing touches](https://missmustardseed.com/1970-kitchen-renovation-little-finishing-touches/) - We still have a few more finishing touches to do in the kitchen (touch-up paint, building a shelf by the side door, and building a cover for the doorbell), but I wanted to share a few details I added over the past couple of weeks. I think it's taking longer to get all of the
- [fall Walmart fashion | classic blue & white staples](https://missmustardseed.com/fall-walmart-fashion-classic-blue-white-staples/) - Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Walmart. As always, all words and opinions expressed are honest and my own. blue star sweater | white tie blouse | gold tunic sweater | jeans | striped shirt | ballet flats | navy sweater | olive stripe sweater We moved into our house almost a year ago! Can
- [making a slipcover for a recliner](https://missmustardseed.com/making-a-slipcover-for-a-recliner/) - Shortly after we moved in, I bought a manual wingchair recliner off of Facebook Marketplace for $40. I had a feeling it would be a "placeholder" for a nicer recliner in the future, but it seemed like a good tester piece. We could see how much we used it, see how it fit in the
- [slipcovered living room ottoman](https://missmustardseed.com/slipcovered-living-room-ottoman/) - As I've been sharing about the soft furnishings in our living/family room this week, several people have asked about the coexistence of our cats with upholstered and slip-covered pieces. Having lived with cats most of my life, I know they can be destructive and it was one of my primary reservations when we considered bringing
- [1970 home renovation | painting the exterior](https://missmustardseed.com/1970-home-renovation-painting-exterior-1/) - I've had the exterior paint sitting in the garage since the beginning of the summer, but I just didn't want to paint in the heat. I imagined I would spend a day painting and then jump into the pool as a treat, but waiting to paint on cooler early fall days sounded more appealing to
- [fall entertaining with Walmart](https://missmustardseed.com/fall-entertaining-with-walmart/) - Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Walmart. As always, all words and opinions expressed are honest and my own. Last week was the first week that felt like fall and it was glorious. I mourn that the pool has become a polar bear swimming experience, but that is about all I'll miss about summer. I
- [1970 home renovation | painting the exterior | part two](https://missmustardseed.com/1970-home-renovation-painting-exterior-2/) - Before the rain came over the weekend, Jeff, my mom, and I worked last Thursday and Friday to make a sizeable dent in painting the exterior trim and siding on our house. The weather truly was perfect for it and, while we were all tired and sore by the end of Friday, we got a
- [using & caring for silver every day](https://missmustardseed.com/using-caring-for-silver-every-day-2/) - A couple of years ago, I decided I wasn't going to keep my pretty things hidden in cabinets and drawers. I was going to either use them or let them go. Since I didn't want to get rid of it, I decided I would use the silver pattern I inherited from my mom, Oma, and
- [how to upholster a broken cane-back chair...](https://missmustardseed.com/30836-2/) - ...because you know you wanted to do that at some point in time, right? Top Google search -"How to upholster a broken cane-back chair?" Well, here is your answer! So, the chair itself isn't broken, but the cane back is. It's actually missing entirely, but that qualifies as broken in my book. So, here is
- [$100 craigslist drafting table](https://missmustardseed.com/100-craigslist-drafting-table/) - I have realized that as my work changes, my workspace needs to change, too. When I work on furniture and photoshoots, I rarely sit at a desk or work table. I'm usually crawling around on the floor or scooting around on one of our wheely stools. I'm in a season right now, though, where a
- [Which comes first | how to avoid decorating regret](https://missmustardseed.com/which-comes-first/) - One of the projects I've been working on lately has me thinking a lot about the design process, specifically as it relates to putting a room together and how to avoid decorating regret. I've been pondering the order in which choices and purchases should be made and I've realized that most people, including myself at
- [deconstructed chair progress](https://missmustardseed.com/deconstructed-chair-progress/) - Remember this "deconstructed chair" I wrote about a little while ago? Okay, a looong while ago? Let's do a little update on the deconstructed chair and see how it's coming along... Well, Kriste and I have been chipping away at it here and there, but I made some real progress on it today. I had been
- [QuickStep Flooring Review](https://missmustardseed.com/quick-step-flooring-review/) - A couple of weeks ago, I shared the QuickStep laminate flooring I selected to install in a corner of the studio to use for photo shoots. I have been wanting to do this for a long time, not because the old floorboards in the studio aren't cool, but because they are #1 - very orange
- ["I knew you were here..."](https://missmustardseed.com/30678-2/) - I went shopping on Friday to get some fresh inspiration and to find some things for the online shop. I stopped at a couple of local stores and then one of my favorite local antique malls. When I went to the checkout, one of the vendors said, "I saw that pile on the counter and
- [my first foray into canning & $150 Ace Hardware Giveaway](https://missmustardseed.com/my-first-foray-into-canning-150-ace-hardware-giveaway/) - I bought a book on canning years ago. I liked the idea of gardening, growing, harvesting and preserving. Well, that book was about the extent of my efforts at canning until last week. If you have read my blog for a while, you may have picked up on the fact that I love cherries. I
- [30-day watercolor challenge](https://missmustardseed.com/30369-2/) - Hang in there with me while I experience my own personal renaissance! I am just having such a wonderful time allowing my creativity to spill into other mediums. This seems to be what happens to me and I'm going to embrace it fully with a 30-day watercolor challenge. Music and theatre were always my
- [Plantation Shutters for Mom's Guestroom](https://missmustardseed.com/plantation-shutters-for-moms-guestroom/) - If you've read my blog for any amount of time, you know that my mom does quite a lot for me. She's a huge part of how my business even got off the ground (not to mention all of the mom stuff she's done through the years like diapering, feeding, and sending me to school.)
- [Joining the ranks of dog owners...](https://missmustardseed.com/joining-the-ranks-of-dog-owners/) - Sometimes timing, place and circumstances all align and something happens that you don't expect. So, last week, I shared that I did a photo shoot of a porch and Kriste and I had a couple of dogs for company. As I worked on the shoot, I thought the time is coming soon when our family will get a
- [farmhouse holiday series | fall family room](https://missmustardseed.com/farmhouse-holiday-series-fall-family-room/) - In this second installment of the farmhouse holiday series, we're all sharing our fall family rooms... I've said it before and I'll say it again, but I don't do much in the way of fall decorating. I'll put out a couple of pumpkins, a bowl of apples, etc. and just leave it at that. In
- [ironstone, linen tea towels, quilts & more](https://missmustardseed.com/30450-2/) - Last week, I set out to find a desk for Calvin's room in a local antique store and, while I was out, I picked up a few things to list in the online shop. I found a bunch of ironstone - some very pretty tureens were the highlight, but I also got sugar jars, small
- [fall living room](https://missmustardseed.com/fall-living-room/) - You're all amazing. I just need to say that. All of your comments in reply to my "things have changed" post were like a huge hug to me. I know that sounds cheesy, but they really were. What's interesting is that after I posted that, it was such a relief to me and it pushed
- [farmhouse holiday series | fall dining room](https://missmustardseed.com/farmhouse-holiday-series-fall-dining-room/) - It's time for another installment of the Farmhouse Holiday Series with some of my blog buddies. And this week, we partnered with All Modern to show you our dining rooms decorated for fall. I remember when I felt like "holiday" colors were locked in. Christmas had to be green and red and fall had to be
- [Furniture for the Family Room & Calvin's Room](https://missmustardseed.com/30470-2/) - A few days ago, I shared the new arrangement in our family room as well as the progress on Calvin's room. I said I would give all of the details on the new pieces of furniture and this post is making good on that promise! Now, I admit, furniture stores have never been my thing.
- [DIY window valance](https://missmustardseed.com/diy-window-valance/) - Good evening from New York! I spent the better part of the day driving through the rolling hills and small towns of PA and NY and even got to stop in at an antique store and eat dinner at an amazing restaurant, so I can't complain. Anyway, earlier this week I worked on a valance
- [Schloss Highboy Dresser](https://missmustardseed.com/schloss-highboy-dresser/) - When we moved Calvin into the guest room, he decided to keep the dresser that was in there, so his old dresser became an extra. A couple of weeks ago, we finally muscled this piece down the stairs and took it over to the studio. It's a beautiful piece, but the finish was pretty dinged
- [four chairs, a pin cushion & poutine](https://missmustardseed.com/four-chairs-a-pin-cushion-poutine/) - I totally missed announcing that I was listing some new things in my online shop tonight, but they are there! I listed a few larger pieces as well, including the hand-painted nightstands that were in our master bedroom for a few years. I'm going to head out tomorrow to do some more shopping, so hopefully
- [1970 home renovation | painting the shutters & front door](https://missmustardseed.com/1970-home-renovation-painting-the-shutters-front-door/) - Over the past week, I set aside a couple of days to continue chipping away on painting the exterior of the house. You can see the first two posts about painting the exterior of the house HERE and HERE. My goal is to get the front, driveway side, and back of the house primed and
- [front door details](https://missmustardseed.com/front-door-details/) - Last week, I showed our front door makeover HERE and in this post, I wanted to share the hardware details as well as how the door looks from the inside of the house now. It is a small change, but it really makes such a difference with the curb appeal of the house. The porch
- [a simple home upgrade](https://missmustardseed.com/a-simple-home-upgrade/) - In the middle of larger projects that have to be spaced out over a few days, weeks, or months, I like to sprinkle in ones that take a few minutes. It helps me make progress and check something off the to-do list when I'm creaking from bigger projects or I'm working on other things. And,
- [fall baking with Walmart](https://missmustardseed.com/fall-baking-with-walmart/) - Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Walmart and contains affiliate links. As always, all words and opinions expressed are honest and my own. As the chilly weather has started to show up more consistently, I find myself in the mood to do some baking. I actually really enjoy baking, but I don't do it very
- [1970 home renovation | working on the side of the house](https://missmustardseed.com/1970-home-renovation-working-on-the-side-of-the-house/) - I realized I haven't shared what we've been doing along the side of the house. It's still in the works, but I think it's important to share the reality of a home renovation... Sometimes progress is made in leaps, but most of the time it's just one small step followed by another small step. The
- [christmas decorations | new buys & old favorites](https://missmustardseed.com/christmas-decorations-new-buys-old-favorites/) - While I am excited about decorating for Christmas this year, I'm definitely not ready to start decorating. I recognize that social media has joined retailers in the push to rush into the next season and there is understandably a lot of resistance to that. We're still enjoying fall leaves, making soup, and the early days
- [creative candle trick | Christmas decorating ideas](https://missmustardseed.com/creative-candle-trick-christmas-decorating-ideas/) - Christmas decorating for me this year has been a slow process and that's okay. Sometimes, I race ahead and get it all done in a couple of days. In other cases, I make things and add new touches right up until Christmas Eve. It's just done when I feel ready to stop. I think this
- [how to make a dried orange slice garland](https://missmustardseed.com/how-to-make-a-dried-orange-slice-garland/) - For the past few years, I have used dried orange slices in my Christmas decorating in various ways. I've tucked them into garlands, swags, and wreaths and made them into ornaments to hang from the tree. This year, I decided to make them into a garland to hang in my kitchen and, I love them
- [September & October 2022 favorites](https://missmustardseed.com/september-october-2022-favorites/) - We moved into our house in mid-September, which feels like just a couple of weeks ago, but here we are in mid-November. There are seasons of life when time ticks by slowly, like when waiting for a broken foot to heal, and seasons when the days and weeks fly by, like when you're in the
- [christmas decorating sources 2022](https://missmustardseed.com/christmas-decorating-sources-2022/) - I think 2021 was my favorite year so far when it comes to decorating for Christmas. I started early because I felt like it and I genuinely enjoyed the process, the projects, and relishing the season. This year, it's a little harder because we're still in the middle of projects, painting, and settling in. I'm
- [a secret to savings & air fryer zucchini recipe](https://missmustardseed.com/a-secret-to-savings-air-fryer-zucchini-recipe/) - Disclosure: This post is sponsored by eBay. As always, I only partner with brands I use, love, and enjoy and all words are honest and my own. I am pretty sure that the first thing I ever bought online was an antique piece listed on eBay. Whether it was the first or not, what I
- [my top 15 favorite Christmas crafts](https://missmustardseed.com/my-top-15-favorite-christmas-crafts/) - Last year, I was particularly in the mood to get crafty for Christmas. Some years, I just want to focus on big-picture decorating, but last year, it was the details that captured my attention and I really loved it. I have already dried my oranges and bought the ingredients to make some new salt dough
- [home again](https://missmustardseed.com/home-again-2/) - I rolled into my driveway last night around 11:00 pm, after teaching an 8:00 am class in Atlanta, GA, followed by packing the car, hanging out with friends, and finally an 11-hour drive home. I spent much of today in a post-Haven-haze that wasn't helped by the fact that I've had a head cold for the
- [This post was brought to you by the letter P...](https://missmustardseed.com/this-post-was-brought-to-you/) - Remember that linen tea towel I started cross-stitching back in June? When I was at the beach? Well, I finished it when I sat outside for a few hours, watching my boys at football camp, but I just got around to ironing the "hoop impression" out of it this week. Yeah, that pretty much sums
- [The Tricycle Dresser Reveal](https://missmustardseed.com/tricycle-dresser-reveal/) - It's been a long time, but I finally painted another red piece... ...and it makes me wonder why I don't do it more often! This piece really wears red well. Here is how it started... It wasn't bad at all, but the finish was a little tired and a refresh felt in order. I painted it
- [what have you learned lately](https://missmustardseed.com/30128-2/) - I have been in good old hot and humid Atlanta, GA for the Haven Home Blogger's Conference over the past few days. I have a full schedule, but I find these conferences are always a good opportunity to learn and to allow others to build into me. Sometimes we get too busy to do that,
- [fresh finds, pretty flyswatters & studio flooring](https://missmustardseed.com/fresh-finds-pretty-flyswatters-studio-flooring/) - It's been a while since I've been able to take a day to mill around an antique store. There has just been too much to do at the studio and, of course, things have been off-kilter with the summer schedule, my recent trip to Atlanta, etc. School starts in a couple of weeks and then it'll
- [watercolor herbs](https://missmustardseed.com/30227-2/) - When I get into something, I get into it. I don't mess around. If I get into a TV show, I will binge-watch it. And, yes, sometimes I get impatient and read the synopsis for episodes ahead of where I am, so the suspense won't be so intense and I can go to sleep at
- [artwork for Calvin's room](https://missmustardseed.com/artwork-for-calvins-room/) - I remember a conversation I had with Jeanne Oliver a few years ago. We were talking about art and the classes she offers through her website. At the time, she was offering a painting class that was based on copying the work of masters. I remember not knowing quite how to feel about that...a class
- [creating with confidence](https://missmustardseed.com/creating-with-confidence/) - I have been watching a lot of video tutorials on painting, and sketching, and trying to improve my knowledge and skills. In one that I watched, a famous watercolor artist (I'm new to this world, so I don't know who he is) said something like, "The thing that most paintings lack is confidence." That comment
- [master bedroom nightstands](https://missmustardseed.com/30333-2/) - I don't show a ton of the goings-on in my house these days largely because there's not a lot happening as far as home improvements or decorating changes are concerned. We are transitioning the guest room to Calvin's room, but other than that, things have pretty much stayed the same. We are changing a few
- [second landscape dresser reveal](https://missmustardseed.com/29734-2/) - Tha second hand-painted landscape dresser is finished! And, would you believe that it's sold already! Someone came to pick it up Saturday morning. Sometimes I like to enjoy my pieces for a while, but I was really glad this one was scooped up right away. The buyer loved it when it was just a chalked
- [prove yourself wrong](https://missmustardseed.com/prove-yourself-wrong/) - I have some things to share tonight, but I'm going to do something I don't usually (or ever) do. I'm going to ask you to watch this video first and then read the post. The reason is that I'm going to talk about the video and I don't want you to read all about it
- [yardage required for upholstery](https://missmustardseed.com/yardage-for-upholstery/) - When I share upholstery projects here on the blog, I'm often asked about how much yardage is required for specific upholstery projects, so I thought I would share how many yards of fabric you common reupholstery jobs. Before I give those estimates, I'll say that there are ways you can save on yardage required for
- [A & M cross-stitch patterns & Country Cottage magazine](https://missmustardseed.com/a-m-cross-stitch-patterns/) - I finally finished my "P" tea towel I started when I was at the beach. I'll take pictures as soon as I hire the "embroidery hoop ring" out of it! I've had grand plans to get all sorts of cross-stitching done, but I just haven't had the time. I hope to get back to it, though!
- [soft landscape dresser | part 1](https://missmustardseed.com/soft-landscape-dresser-part-1/) - I came into the studio on Monday morning like a tight ball of stress. The studio is my "happy place", but I was struggling to step away from the "businessy" things and create. I finally had to force myself. I needed it. I needed to mix some paint, dip a brush in, watch a transformation in
- [soft milk paint landscape dresser | part 1](https://missmustardseed.com/soft-landscape-dresser-part-1-2/) - I came into the studio on Monday morning like a tight ball of stress. The studio is my "happy place", but I was struggling to step away from the "businessy" things and create. I finally had to force myself. I needed it. I needed to mix some paint, dip a brush in, watch a transformation in
- [say yes to the invite](https://missmustardseed.com/say-yes-to-the-invite/) - Remember the small business I highlighted a few weeks ago? Meanwhile Back on the Farm? If you missed that post, you can check it out HERE. Well, the owner of the business, Heather, mentioned in a direct message that we should get together sometime when she's visiting her mom in PA. While her mom lives
- [Free Assembly midsize dress try on](https://missmustardseed.com/free-assembly-midsize-dress-try-on/) - Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Walmart. As always, all words and opinions shared are honest and my own. There are times when I'll do one of these fashion posts for Walmart and I'll find a few things that would be fun to add to my wardrobe, but when I looked at the new Free
- [two antique watercolor boxes](https://missmustardseed.com/two-antique-watercolor-boxes/) - We're going back to April when I first took these pictures and started this post-draft. You see, my birthday is in April and, even though I just turned 46, I still celebrate my birthday like I did as a teenager. It's not just my birthday, but my birthday month which means I can splurge on
- [easy vegetable-forward meals | part one](https://missmustardseed.com/easy-vegetable-forward-meals-part-one/) - As I shared in THIS POST, I have been eating whole foods and walking at least three miles daily to improve my overall health. So far, I've lost just shy of 30 lbs, but as I also shared, I am striving for a goal lifestyle, not a goal weight. The process is the goal and
- [carrot white bean soup & croutons](https://missmustardseed.com/carrot-white-bean-soup-and-croutons/) - When my shoulder pain was at its worst a few weeks ago, local friends from our church and community stepped in to encourage and support us by giving me rides to my appointments and bringing a few meals. You have no idea (or maybe you do) how amazing it was to have jars of soups
- [Landscape Mural Design & Colors](https://missmustardseed.com/landscape-mural-design-colors/) - I'm getting things lined up to start "dining room mural take two." I painted the mural in my last dining room with very little planning. I just had an idea in my head and used MMS Milk Paint and some acrylics that I had on hand. I was just going to throw the paint on
- [blooms and roots | encouragement](https://missmustardseed.com/blooms-and-roots-encouragement/) - I'm going all in on the hydrangeas in the backyard around the pool. I've planted mostly limelight hydrangeas because they are such reliable bloomers and, in my experience, seem to be pretty easy-going as long as they have enough water. So, I've planted some traditional limelight hydrangeas as well as a Little Lime hedge around
- [dining room curtain options](https://missmustardseed.com/dining-room-curtain-options/) - Last week, I shared inspiration and some plans for our dining room. You can find that post HERE. In this post, I wanted to share the fabrics and colors I considered for the curtains and which one I selected. We have already had these windows replaced, but I've been waiting to nail down the curtains
- [1970 kitchen renovation | the antique baker's table island](https://missmustardseed.com/1970-kitchen-renovation-the-antique-bakers-table-island/) - You've been seeing little peeks of it, but let me show you the refinished antique baker's table and how it looks in the kitchen. As a reminder, I found this antique baker's table at the Lucketts Spring Market a few weeks ago. I had purchased a pine counter from a blog reader for $200 (you
- [my favorite weeding tools](https://missmustardseed.com/my-favorite-weeding-tools/) - The most overwhelming part of working on this yard has been getting the weeds under control. Having lived in two other homes with yards, I know that's always the overwhelming part of a yard and I'm sure you would agree. Once they are permitted to run amuck, it takes a while to get things turned
- [Kim's Coastal Bedroom Updated](https://missmustardseed.com/kims-coastal-bedroom-updated/) - If you've been reading my blog for a while, you might remember I worked with my parents on a makeover of their bedroom. You can find the reveal of that bedroom makeover HERE and there are more detailed links at the bottom of the post. It was such a fun project and they loved
- [dining room inspiration & plans](https://missmustardseed.com/dining-room-inspiration-plans/) - While the walls of our dining room are still only primed, I've been giving it a lot of thought lately and would like to start making some progress on it over the next few weeks. It would be very nice to have it done before the holidays. If it makes you feel any better about
- [fencing day two & DIY cost savings](https://missmustardseed.com/fencing-day-two-diy-cost-savings/) - We finished installing the second side of the fence yesterday and I took the time to take a few pictures to share how we did it for those who are curious or considering a similar project. You can read about our first day of "fencing" HERE. The fence really needed to be replaced from the
- [Blue & White Wallpaper for the 1/2 Bath](https://missmustardseed.com/blue-white-wallpaper-half-bath-2/) - Between January and March of 2019, we worked on giving our half bathroom a makeover. We painted the walls in Stonington Gray (mixed at 50%), swapped out the boring mirror with a vintage one, changed out the light fixture and faucet, and added a chair rail and picture frame molding. As a part of the
- [molded salt dough "gingerbread" ornaments | Christmas crafts](https://missmustardseed.com/molded-salt-dough-gingerbread-ornaments-christmas-crafts/) - These molded salt dough "gingerbread" ornaments were one of those crafting happy accidents. They started when I made an impulsive purchase from an Instagram ad for a couple of cookie molds. Minutes after I purchased them, I thought it was a stupid purchase. But, I really loved the patterns and they were inexpensive (I think
- [salt dough ornament molds](https://missmustardseed.com/salt-dough-ornament-molds/) - Too soon? Yes, of course, it's too soon for Christmas posts, but I am starting to think about Christmas projects and decorations. I really enjoyed making things for Christmas last year and I would like to do more of that this year. I sold the salt dough ornaments I made last year because I was
- [summer obsessions with Walmart](https://missmustardseed.com/summer-obsessions-with-walmart/) - This post is sponsored by Walmart. As always, all words and opinions expressed in this post are honest and my own. With the pool completely finished and opened, landscaping underway, a new fence, and a furnished patio, we have thoroughly been enjoying our backyard this summer. It truly is an oasis and we've loved using
- [preserving cuttings in my gardening notebook](https://missmustardseed.com/preserving-cuttings-in-my-gardening-notebook/) - Do you remember the gardening notebook I put together in the spring? You can read about it HERE if you missed it. I thought it would be fun to keep a record of what I planted and how I cared for it so I could track what worked and what didn't. It would also give
- [small business spotlight | meanwhile back on the farm](https://missmustardseed.com/small-business-spotlight-meanwhile-back-on-the-farm/) - Disclosure: Meanwhile Back on the Farm sent me a few of their products to share on social media, but I really love their brand and story and wanted to write a blog post featuring their family-owned small business. Both my mom and I have shopped from them as customers as well. There's a coupon code
- [the story of the sailboat pillow](https://missmustardseed.com/the-story-of-the-sailboard-pillow/) - If you're in a hurry, here is the short version of the story. I met Wendy when she became a Miss Mustard Seed's Milk Paint line retailer in her shop in Canada. She became our Canadian trainer and my friend and we traveled all around Europe together. She sold her shop and I sold the
- [Paris 2019 | Marais Walking Tour](https://missmustardseed.com/paris-2019-marais-walking-tour/) - One of my favorite experiences in Paris last year was a private walking tour (The Sweet Side of Paris), so I decided to schedule another tour for this visit. These small tours are a great way to see the city and learn new things. My mom, John, Wendy, and I decided to do the Treasures
- [how to frame a baby dress](https://missmustardseed.com/framing-a-baby-dress/) - I'm still chipping away at the finishing details in the guest room. One of the details that had me a little stuck was what to hang to balance out the mirror hung by the left side of the bed, but I finally have it figured out. I'll share my solution and also how to frame
- [blue & white checked curtains](https://missmustardseed.com/blue-white-checked-curtains/) - When my mom and I took a day to make the curtains for the living room, we also made blue and white checked curtains for the primary bedroom. I used the same tutorial, same curtain rods, and black-out lining, but instead of the darker blue plaid fabric, I used THIS lightweight, linen blend I bought
- [classy rain gauge](https://missmustardseed.com/classy-rain-gauge/) - Well, it happened and, perhaps, was inevitable. I bought a rain gauge. I was already gardening, birdwatching, seeing a cardiologist, and telling stories of the good old days, so I might as well surrender to middle age and start measuring the rainfall on my own to confirm the weather app on my iPhone is correct.
- [a personal project, hungryroot review & discount code](https://missmustardseed.com/a-personal-project-hungryroot-review-discount-code/) - Disclosure: I have partnered with Hungryroot to review their products on my Instagram grid and Stories. This post is not a part of that partnership, but I wanted to share it with my blog audience as well. Use code MISSMUSTARDSEED40 to get 40% off your first Hungryroot order, which is the biggest discount currently available!
- [hiding termite bait stations in your yard](https://missmustardseed.com/hiding-termite-bait-stations-in-your-yard/) - We've now owned two homes older than 50 years and two homes younger than 20 years. Older homes are much more my style. They are typically built with higher-quality materials and they offer story, character, and charm. You also tend to get a lot more for your money simply because the house is old and
- [when plans change](https://missmustardseed.com/when-plans-change/) - As you might conclude from over 4,000 blog posts, in addition to books and articles, I don't usually struggle with writer's block. But, every once in a while, I sit down to write a blog post, and, even though I have drafts ready, a healthy list of potential blog post ideas, and photos waiting to
- [custom garland for a headboard (or mantel)](https://missmustardseed.com/custom-garland-for-a-headboard-or-mantel/) - When I shared about our winter bed last week, I said I would share some more details about the garland draped over the headboard, so that's what this post is about! Before we get into the details of the garland, I want to address the practicality of having a garland draped over your headboard. Our
- [Building our new antique-style mantel](https://missmustardseed.com/building-our-new-antique-style-mantel/) - Several of you guessed we would build fireplace mantel option number one and you were right. All of the antique-style mantel options I shared in THIS POST were strong contenders, but I kept coming back to the first one. It was the first picture I saved as inspiration and the one that I imagined in
- [antique French drawing box & other goodies](https://missmustardseed.com/antique-french-drawing-box-other-goodies/) - If you can believe it, I added a few antique art supplies to my collection earlier this year (timely happy-birthday-to-me purchases) and I haven't shared them here on the blog! I've been so busy with other things that I haven't written about them even though I took pictures a while ago. Anyway, today is the
- [cooking with propane](https://missmustardseed.com/cooking-with-propane/) - It's been just over a year since our kitchen renovation, so I thought it was a good time to share a few updates. To fully bring my vision for this kitchen to life, we either had to have the gas company run a line to the house or add a propane tank. I received a
- [backyard pool renovation | one year later](https://missmustardseed.com/backyard-pool-renovation-one-year-later/) - When we were first looking at moving back to the East Coast from Minnesota, I told Jeff I would have to have a pool if we were moving somewhere with hot, muggy summers. I didn't mean that we had to have a backyard pool, but I at least wanted access to one through a neighborhood
- [vintage ribbon & trim haul](https://missmustardseed.com/vintage-ribbon-trim-haul/) - Last Saturday, Jeff walked into the kitchen as I was making breakfast and said, "It's too hot to do anything outside, but I don't want to sit around the house all day. Let's go somewhere. Let's check out some antique stores you've never been to." Now, I rarely sit around the house all day, so
- [summer shoe shopping with Walmart](https://missmustardseed.com/summer-shoe-shopping-with-walmart/) - Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Walmart. As always, all words and opinions are honest and my own. Just as I take a splurge and save approach when it comes to decorating my home, I apply the same philosophy to my wardrobe. I like to splurge on pieces that make a statement or will be
- [home editing | 1970 home renovation](https://missmustardseed.com/home-editing-1970-home-renovation/) - When we live in a house for a while, it's easy to become blind to things that should be obvious eyesores. Something that bothered us initially becomes something we don't even notice. Such was the case with the basketball pole off our driveway. We walk past it almost every day and, occasionally, I would recognize
- [lessons from a whelk](https://missmustardseed.com/lessons-from-a-whelk/) - I've already shared about my love of collecting shells that look like they have a story to tell. I like ones with holes, imperfections, and shells that have been repurposed by new owners like coral, barnacles, and bryozoan colonies until they were deposited on the beach. My sister-in-law called them wabi-sabi shells. One such characterful
- [Black Friday Deals with Walmart](https://missmustardseed.com/black-friday-deals-with-walmart/) - Disclosure | This post is sponsored by Walmart. As always, all words and opinions expressed are honest and my own. Almost 15 years ago, I decided I would set out on Black Friday to see what all of the fuss was about. I love getting a good deal, but I wasn't excited about braving the
- [Kitchen Christmas wreath](https://missmustardseed.com/kitchen-christmas-wreath/) - I have been gathering materials to make a wreath to hang on our kitchen range hood since October in the hopes that I could make a tutorial and share all of the exact materials for those who would like to make one as well. As I shared in the post about the Christmas race last
- [the card room green living room](https://missmustardseed.com/cardroom-green-living-room/) - Last week, I shared about the fireplace mantel we built for our living room fireplace and you can read about that HERE. While the room is still in the works and I'm in the middle of decorating the house for Christmas, I wanted to show a bit more of the room. I made the big
- [a plush, pet-friendly wool rug](https://missmustardseed.com/a-plush-pet-friendly-wool-rug/) - Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Rugs USA. As always, all words and opinions expressed are honest and my own. Almost ten years ago, I wrote a blog post sharing my decorating nemesis - rugs. I just always found them so difficult to get right! There are size considerations, materials, durability, comfort, not to mention
- [Christmas Kitchen Window](https://missmustardseed.com/christmas-kitchen-window/) - When it came to decorating for Christmas this year, I was, of course, most excited about decorating the kitchen. If you missed it, we renovated our 1970 kitchen this year and completely transformed a chopped-up, dated space into an Edwardian-inspired modern classic kitchen. You can catch up on the details of the renovation HERE. But
- [easy crochet bauble garland tutorial (two ways)](https://missmustardseed.com/easy-crochet-bauble-garland-tutorial-two-ways/) - I spotted some crochet garlands when I fell down an internet rabbit hole a few years ago, but I never got around to making them and I then got sidetracked by other things. Then this year, I saw my friend Cheri from This Cottage Life making and selling some and I got the itch to
- [Christmas kitchen shelves](https://missmustardseed.com/christmas-kitchen-shelves/) - Just when you might think I'm done decorating the kitchen for Christmas, there is more! If you missed any of them, you can see my previous posts about decorating the kitchen here... Christmas Kitchen Wreath, Christmas Kitchen Window, More of the Christmas Kitchen. I know the white shelves are a sticking point for some, but
- [Our 2023 Christmas Tree](https://missmustardseed.com/our-2023-christmas-tree/) - I don't know if it's ever taken me so long from setting up the tree to finalizing the decorations as it did this year! A part of it was I wanted to take my time and let my vision for the tree unfold as I played with what I had. As I started to experiment
- [Christmas Dining Room 2023](https://missmustardseed.com/christmas-dining-room-2023/) - I have just one more space to share for Christmas this year - our dining room. The dining room is still just wearing primer on the walls (we had the wallpaper stripped earlier this year and it's next on my list to paint), so I debated even decorating it, but we'll be eating our Christmas
- [How to Crochet a farmhouse dishcloth for absolute beginners...](https://missmustardseed.com/how-to-crochet-a-farmhouse-dishcloth-for-absolute-beginners/) - Just so you don't miss it, I had to crochet this farmhouse dishcloth three times for the tutorial, so I am giving away a set of three of them towards the bottom of this (rather long) post! Ever since I started showing my crocheted dishcloths, I've been asked by readers and followers if I
- [art books | new releases in 2024](https://missmustardseed.com/art-books-new-releases-in-2024/) - Well, now that I have more shelf space in the studio, I can buy more books! I say that partially in jest, but my book-loving mind does think that way to an extent. There is a practical, organized side of me, though, that understands limits are good and things are only valuable if I can
- [living room lamp remote](https://missmustardseed.com/living-room-lamp-remote/) - When I shared the new wall sconces/lamps in our living room, the thing I was asked most was about turning them on and off. With a deep sofa sitting in front of them, they are a little awkward to reach. You have to do one of those knee-on-the-sofa maneuvers, which can be tricky at times.
- [favorite things | antique overshot coverlets](https://missmustardseed.com/favorite-things-antique-overshot-coverlets/) - As I've been sharing our living room makeover over the past few weeks, several people have asked about the blanket over the back of the sofa. Even though it sometimes annoys my family, I've always liked having a quilt, coverlet, or throw folded over the back of sofas and chairs. Not only does it add
- [olive velvet pillows & a block print quilt](https://missmustardseed.com/olive-velvet-pillows-block-print-quilt/) - I thought I would share a couple of small details in our primary bedroom as it transitions from Winter into Spring. I don't make many big changes to my house through the seasons except for Christmas. I do like to make subtle shifts with things that are easy to switch out, though. It's a way
- [kitchen eating nook changes | new chandelier](https://missmustardseed.com/kitchen-eating-nook-changes-new-chandelier/) - Over the past couple of months, I have made a few changes to the kitchen eating area, so I thought I would share those changes in a small blog series. There are three main components I changed and you'll be able to see them all, but I'm going to focus on one element per post,
- [1970 kitchen renovation | inexpensive open shelving](https://missmustardseed.com/1970-kitchen-renovation-inexpensive-open-shelving/) - Last week I shared that I was sanding, priming, and painting some shelves to install in the kitchen. Open shelving wasn't in my original plan for the kitchen, but once I started unboxing all of my kitchen stuff and moving in, I realized I wanted more storage/display space as well as a place to put
- [1970 kitchen renovation | installing cabinet hardware](https://missmustardseed.com/1970-kitchen-renovation-installing-cabinet-hardware/) - Last weekend, Jeff and I took some time to put the hardware on the cabinets We have put a lot of hardware on furniture and cabinets over the years, so we knew this was a task we could manage ourselves. We were also working with two different styles and a few different hardware sizes, so
- [my gardening notebook](https://missmustardseed.com/my-gardening-notebook/) - A couple of weeks ago, I stopped by a local nursery/garden center that is just a stone's throw from my house. I've driven by it often and wanted to stop in, but I knew I wasn't ready for planting until after the roof was replaced and the exterior painting was done. We finished priming and
- [beautiful tools | copper watering can & mister](https://missmustardseed.com/beautiful-tools-copper-watering-can-mister/) - As I have shared many times over the years, I believe in having the tools you use every day be beautiful from dish brushes and bars of soap to brooms and scissors to pencils and grocery bags. Functional items can, in most cases, also be lovely, aesthetically pleasing, and a delight to use. They don't
- [furniture key tassels | favorite things](https://missmustardseed.com/furniture-key-tassels-favorite-things/) - When I shared the antique French vitrine, I pointed out the handmade furniture key tassel I purchased to tie onto that beautiful old original key. I used to love key tassels and I would hunt for them at discount stores like Tuesday Morning. I thought they were classic, sophisticated, and a fun little detail. But,
- [favorite things | antique kilim rugs](https://missmustardseed.com/favorite-things-antique-kilim-rugs/) - Let's talk about one of my favorite recent things - antique and vintage kilim rugs. I've been admiring vintage and antique rugs in general because of the warmth and sense of history they bring to a room, but I've been interested in kilim rugs for a few reasons. "Kilim" is a Turkish word meaning a
- [bird bath happenings](https://missmustardseed.com/bird-bath-happenings/) - I don't have a lot of garden memories since I spent the majority of my childhood in military housing apartments overseas, but as I've shared before, the garden memories I do have are from my Oma and Opa's garden. We lived with them when I was very little and my dad was on a hardship
- [My painting in the McGee x Threshold collection at Target](https://missmustardseed.com/my-painting-mcgee-x-threshold-collection-at-target/) - On Monday, I was browsing through Instagram Stories and did a double-take when I saw a piece of artwork I recognized in a round-up of Liz Marie's favorite things from the new McGee x Threshold collection at Target... Do you see it?! This is one of my oil still-life paintings and it was picked up
- [tips on hanging peel-and-stick wallpaper](https://missmustardseed.com/tips-on-hanging-peel-and-stick-wallpaper/) - Back in April, I worked on the boys' bathroom to give it a little refresh until it reaches the top of the renovation project priority list and we can completely gut and redo it. I actually liked the wallpaper and vintage blue accents in the bathroom, but after over 50 years of use, they really
- [edging the front walk](https://missmustardseed.com/edging-the-front-walk/) - If you can't tell by my blog posts, we've been focusing our efforts on the exterior of the house over the past few weeks. I've been enjoying it and have some good momentum, but we're also trying to get as much done before it gets uncomfortably hot. Spring and fall are my favorite times to
- [what's in my gardening books stack](https://missmustardseed.com/whats-in-my-gardening-books-stack/) - I'm a book-stacker. When I am interesting in a subject, I'll pull books on that topic and make a stack on my studio counter. If I feel like there are holes in my collection or some tempting new books are available, I'll buy a few more to add to the stack. I'll then grab books
- [fencing day one | 1970 home renovation](https://missmustardseed.com/fencing-day-one-1970-home-renovation/) - We were planning on rebuilding our crumbling fence a few weeks ago when the weather was still reliably cool and before the vines took off, but just as I went to order the fence pickets, Home Depot didn't have enough in stock. Someone else must've had the same idea because one day they were there
- [why you should have a pair of gardening overalls](https://missmustardseed.com/why-you-should-have-a-pair-of-gardening-overalls/) - I've been working in the yard and garden beds most days over the past two or three weeks. It's that time of year when the longer days and not-too-hot spring weather draws me outside and I get excited about cleaning things up, weeding, and working on more landscaping projects. We bought a house that had
- [cleaning ivy (roots & stains) off of brick](https://missmustardseed.com/cleaning-ivy-roots-stains-off-of-brick/) - When I first shared about the back wall of our house, I thought aloud about allowing ivy to grow up in certain areas and just keep it trimmed so it didn't take over. However, after pulling it from all over the yard and seeing it try to climb into windows (successfully in the case of
- [royalty-free artist reference photos site launch](https://missmustardseed.com/royalty-free-artist-reference-photos-site-launch/) - I've been working on a new project behind the scenes for a few months and now, we're ready to officially launch! I am so excited to introduce you to my new site... www.artistreferencephotos.com One of the greatest frustrations I've experienced as a growing artist is finding reference photos for the things I want to paint
- [antique iron plant stand](https://missmustardseed.com/antique-iron-plant-stand/) - One of the things on my Lucketts shopping wishlist was a plant stand. I was open to the style of plant stand, but I envisioned a tiered wrought iron plant stand and I know it would be hard to get that idea out of my head. I saw a few at the Lucketts Spring Market
- [marian tries | weaving garden cloches](https://missmustardseed.com/marian-tries-weaving-garden-cloches/) - Do you know what I've been thinking lately? I need more hobbies. I mean, a girl needs a few tasks to keep her busy. Of course, I'm being facetious since I have hobbies up to my eyeballs, but it's still hard for me to resist dabbling in a new one when it looks intriguing. As
- [first willow garden structure project & an English dovecote](https://missmustardseed.com/first-willow-garden-structure-project-an-english-dovecote/) - Several of you have asked about the English dovecote hanging near our front door as well as the willow garden support, so I wanted to back up a bit and share about those two pieces. Since the English dovecote came first, let's start with that. I was initially planning on making a trellis for this
- [my birthday art supply bag](https://missmustardseed.com/my-birthday-art-supply-bag/) - If you've followed me for a while, you know I'm always dabbling in new things. I like to learn, grow, and find new ways to express my creativity. I've been that way for as long as I can remember. You may also know that I take a lot of art classes and read many art
- [how to make a custom pleated lampshade cover | video tutorial](https://missmustardseed.com/how-to-make-a-custom-pleated-lampshade-cover-video-tutorial/) - When I shared that I wanted to cover the lampshades in my family room, several people asked if I would share my method. I have covered lampshades in the past, but I don't think I've ever done it the same way twice. I've used peel-and-stick lampshades. I've adhered fabric to a shade using spray adhesive.
- [update on the back garden beds | part one](https://missmustardseed.com/update-on-the-back-garden-beds-part-one/) - [et_pb_section admin_label="section"] [et_pb_row admin_label="row"] [et_pb_column type="4_4"][et_pb_text admin_label="Text"]The areas that were always a struggle for me when it came to gardening were patience and planning. For years, I would make a feeble attempt at weeding and planting, but I didn't take any time to learn about the plants themselves or how to make weeds easier to
- [Lucketts Spring Market 2024 Purchases](https://missmustardseed.com/lucketts-spring-market-2024-purchases/) - I shared a recap of my day shopping the Lucketts Spring Market this year HERE, but I wanted to share what I purchased and where it ended up in my house. You can see my wish list for the day HERE and, I must say, I did pretty well on my list! Lucketts doesn't disappoint.
- [Ultimate Scallop Wicker Tray](https://missmustardseed.com/ultimate-scallop-wicker-tray/) - Last week, I decided to play around a bit inside the house. I've been spending a lot of time outside pulling weeds, hauling mulch, and planting and I haven't been paying much attention to the interior. Dust bunnies may have been involved. Okay, they were. They were involved. But, I took a few hours to
- [planting the espalier apple trees in terra cotta pots](https://missmustardseed.com/planting-the-espalier-apple-trees-in-terra-cota-pots/) - Yesterday, I shared how we primed, painted, and installed the vintage-style trellises on our blank white wall of siding, and today, I want to share how I planted the espalier apple trees in large terra cotta pots and tied them to the trellises. When I mentioned putting them in pots on my Instagram stories, I
- [cedar vintage-style garden trellis reveal](https://missmustardseed.com/cedar-vintage-style-garden-trellis-reveal/) - Last week, my mom came out for the day to help me with some work in the garden along with priming and painting the vintage-style trellises. You can find the complete (and free) plan for the trellis we built HERE. When I first brought the lumber home to build the trellis, I wondered about priming
- [Lucketts Spring Market 2024](https://missmustardseed.com/lucketts-spring-market-2024/) - Friday morning, my mom and I set off early to hit the Lucketts Spring Market Early Bird day. I had scouted out some large terracotta pots for my espalier apple trees that were only available at the Winchester Home Depot, so we stopped there on the way to pick those up. I'll share about them
- [DIY cedar garden obelisk](https://missmustardseed.com/diy-cedar-garden-obelisk/) - I was on a high from building the vintage-style trellises for the front of the house, so I decided to do more math and make a DIY cedar garden obelisk. I bought enough wood to make three trellises (two large and one small), but I decided to do something different on the wall where the
- [My Lucketts Spring Market 2024 Wish List](https://missmustardseed.com/my-lucketts-spring-market-2024-wish-list/) - This Friday, my mom and I are heading back to the Lucketts Spring Market! It snuck up on me this year because I don't have any huge items on my wishlist, but going to the Spring and Fall Markets is always a highlight. I get to spend quality time with my mom, rub shoulders with
- [gardening plan with a local nursery](https://missmustardseed.com/gardening-plan-with-a-local-nursery/) - Over the winter, I was already thinking about working on the front garden. It was going to be a massive project landscaping this wide, rambling, unsymmetrical house, but we were at a place in our 1970 home renovation where we could get started once Spring arrived. We had painted the siding and trim, removed the
- [large vintage-style garden trellis tutorial & free plans](https://missmustardseed.com/large-vintage-style-garden-trellis-tutorial-free-plans/) - As I shared last week (in THIS POST), I decided I was overcomplicating the trellis idea for the garage wall. I thought building one large trellis would be the way to go, but I realized two would balance out the windows on the other "wing" of the house and two trellises would be much easier
- [April 2024 Creative Retreat Takeaways](https://missmustardseed.com/april-2024-creative-retreat-takeaways/) - I'm so glad I was finally able to get away for a Creative Retreat last week. It's been over four years since the last one, so it was way overdue! I had my first Creative Retreat in 2018 and it was a special experience. Other than blog conferences, I had never taken time away from
- [garden updates | bishop's weed, trellis design, & progress](https://missmustardseed.com/garden-updates-bishops-weed-trellis-design-and-progress/) - In case you haven't noticed by the subject of my recent posts, gardening has been my main focus over the past few weeks. I feel like I have to take advantage of the weather before it starts getting really hot and also get the backyard cleaned up before we open the pool. I keep feeling
- [why Annabelle hydrangeas are my favorite](https://missmustardseed.com/why-annabelle-hydrangeas-are-my-favorite/) - It was our first summer in our house in Minnesota and I noticed some potted white hydrangeas at the grocery store (of all places.) We had a lot of work to do on the garden beds before we were ready for planting (weeding, digging up unwanted plants, moving rock), so I wasn't planning on buying
- [an ode to linen & Brooklinen's 10th anniversary sale](https://missmustardseed.com/an-ode-to-linen-brooklinens-10th-anniversary-sale/) - Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Brooklinen. As always, all words and opinions shared are honest and my own. Brooklinen is currently having its 10th-anniversary sale, so check out the bottom of the post for more details. An Ode to Linen by Marian Parsons *Ahem* Oh, linen, how I love thee. Let me count the
- ["Can I pull it off?"](https://missmustardseed.com/can-i-pull-it-off/) - Disclosure: This post is a sponsored collaboration with Magnolia Pearl. We received a great response from our last collaboration, so we decided to work together again! As always, all opinions and words are my own. I saw a pair of shoes in an e-mail from Magnolia Pearl a few weeks ago and right away, I
- [Organizing & Purging the Studio | Paints & Papers](https://missmustardseed.com/organizing-purging-the-studio-paints-papers/) - [et_pb_section][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type="4_4"][et_pb_text] Well, I've spent the better part of the last three days going through my studio with a fine-tooth comb. I've organized the studio before and have cleaned out a few things, but nothing compares to the thoroughness of this most recent endeavor. As I've been working in my studio over the past few
- [organizing the art studio | brushes, pastels & rearranging](https://missmustardseed.com/organizing-the-art-studio-brushes-pastels-rearranging/) - One of my goals when organizing the art studio was to greatly simplify the amount of stuff that's sitting out in the open. I waffle between wanting to see all of my supplies, so I don't forget them and because they are beautiful, and wanting to have completely clear surfaces. The former usually wins out
- [Original Art & Used Art Supplies Sale Preview](https://missmustardseed.com/original-art-used-art-supplies-sale-preview/) - I spent several hours yesterday on getting all of the original art and used art supplies listed for the sale on Thursday! It is a big project that I was happy to check off my list. But, I'm happy to share that I have a nice mix of paintings and supplies that will be included
- [back home & another antique watercolor box](https://missmustardseed.com/back-home-another-antique-watercolor-box/) - Despite a trip to the ER after a day in the car (my youngest son has a stomach bug or severe car sickness and needed fluids), we had a wonderful trip out east to visit our family. We made our first stop in North Carolina to visit Jeff's parents and his sister's family before we
- [antique drafting box](https://missmustardseed.com/antique-drafting-box/) - Before I get into today's post, the winner of the Feels Like Home Giveaway is Joanne B. (Joanne81931)! I loved reading through all of your comments about what feels like home to you. Seriously, it was a pleasure and they all made me smile. Lots of references to family, pets, coffee, books, and comfy chairs
- [refinishing a vintage paint palette](https://missmustardseed.com/refinishing-a-vintage-paint-palette/) - I spent much of last week working on some freelance writing projects, so I didn't have a chance to make more progress on the basement family room makeover. I am planning to install the chair rail this week, though, and get some more painting done. This is a slow and steady project, but I do
- [antique Japanned watercolor box](https://missmustardseed.com/antique-japanned-watercolor-box/) - In case you hadn't noticed, I have officially passed the line from buying a few antique art supplies to building a collection. (You can find more posts on art supplies HERE.) The collector in me always gets excited about the next thing to collect when I feel satisfied with a collection. Ironstone, for example, is
- [georgian paintbrushes](https://missmustardseed.com/georgian-paintbrushes/) - I'm going to share more about packing and moving soon, but let's just take a minute to admire some antique art supplies. Specifically some amazing Georgian paintbrushes. Between getting a house ready to sell, traveling, packing, and being sick, I haven't had anywhere near as much time in my studio, playing with all of my
- [antique artist's paint box](https://missmustardseed.com/antique-artists-paint-box/) - Before I no longer had a permanent address, I snuck in a few final purchases. One of those purchases was this antique artist's paint box. Sniffing out beautiful old boxes online has become a favorite hobby of late and I'm building a nice little collection. I do try to be choosy, though, and select antique
- [antique combination sketchbook & palette](https://missmustardseed.com/antique-combination-sketchbook-palette/) - One of my observant blog readers noticed that I wrote "I bought art boxes" instead of "I brought art boxes" in yesterday's post. We both had a laugh at it, but the truth is I have still bought a few things here and there. Some of it was timed to arrive before we closed on
- [Summer 2015 Home Tour](https://missmustardseed.com/summer-2015-home-tour/) - Welcome to my Pennsylvania home tour! We worked hard on our home for almost eleven years and it was a true labor of love and DIY marathon. We've painted, built, repaired, installed, sewed, upholstered, sanded, refinished, ripped out and remodeled just about every corner. Our goal was to balance the function we needed for our
- [a million chances | encouragement](https://missmustardseed.com/a-million-chances-encouragement/) - We have six large maples that are half a century old framing our house. I love the dappled light they make on the house in the morning and evening and the shade they provide in the summer. They put on quite a show in the fall as well. There are a few downsides to having
- [1970 bathroom refresh with Society6](https://missmustardseed.com/1970-bathroom-refresh-with-society6/) - Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Society6. I have worked with them as an artist and customer for years, so it's a pleasure to partner with them for this post. If you've read my blog for a while you have probably heard about Society6. I have been selling my artwork and photography there for almost
- [progress on the garage-side garden](https://missmustardseed.com/progress-on-the-garage-side-garden/) - Last year, I focused most of my gardening on the backyard, specifically the area surrounding the pool. We were in the process of having the pool restored and I wanted the area to feel tidy at the very least. I didn't want to be floating in our pool, trying to soak up the slower summer
- [back to IOP for a creative retreat](https://missmustardseed.com/back-to-iop-for-a-creative-retreat/) - The last time I met up with Shaunna for a creative retreat was in February 2020. We met up in Panama City Beach, Florida to spend a few days at her parent's amazing condo that overlooked the ocean. We ate charcuterie boards and ordered DoorDash. We painted, played, talked, took notes, dreamed, asked questions, listened
- [the new man in my life](https://missmustardseed.com/the-new-man-in-my-life/) - The day after my birthday earlier this month, Jeff and I went to breakfast together and headed to Carlisle to find some birthday goodies at one of my favorite antique stores - Bedford Street Antiques. I had a few things I was going to keep an eye out for, but I really just wanted to
- [the give and take of getting things done](https://missmustardseed.com/the-give-and-take-of-getting-things-done/) - I was checking out the Instagram Stories of some of my favorite accounts to follow and I had to take a screenshot of this question-and-answer post by @themisfithouse. It caught my eye because this is a question I have received regularly over the past 15 years of sharing online. It also caught my eye because
- [the war on bishop's weed](https://missmustardseed.com/the-war-on-bishops-weed/) - So, last year I shared a post about lovely surprises I was finding in our yard as bulbs peeked up in the Spring, perennials woke up, and bushes leafed out and bloomed. I learned the dogwood trees in our front yard had white blooms, which was exactly what I was hoping. A large bush that
- [the Sherwin Williams color match to my kitchen cabinets](https://missmustardseed.com/the-sherwin-williams-color-match-to-my-kitchen-cabinets/) - One of my most frequently asked questions over the past year is, "What color are your kitchen cabinets?" Since I paint everything, I think people assume I selected the color and painted the cabinets myself. This is actually the first time I didn't paint my own kitchen cabinets! I ordered them in this color -
- [1970 home renovation | the beginnings of the boys' bathroom reno](https://missmustardseed.com/1970-home-renovation-the-beginnings-of-the-boys-bathroom-reno/) - Warning, this is not a pretty post, but this is the reality of buying a 50+-year-old home that was mostly in original condition. While none of the rooms in this house were ugly (I think the previous owners had wonderful taste), there comes a time when the fads of the day are dated, and the
- [original art sale preview | April 15, 2024](https://missmustardseed.com/original-art-sale-preview-april-15-2024/) - I can't believe the last time I had an original art sale was last August! The months just fly by and the collection of recent works has just been hanging out in my studio. I kept thinking I would wait to have a sale until I completed more paintings to add, but once I gathered
- [never stop having firsts](https://missmustardseed.com/never-stop-having-firsts/) - I just turned 46 years old last week and, on Sunday afternoon, I mowed a lawn for the first time in my life. I come from a long line of lawn-mowing women. Well, I suppose two women isn't exactly a long line, but there is a family history. Whenever my mom would talk about my
- [favorite things | antique transferware plates](https://missmustardseed.com/favorite-things-antique-transferware-plates/) - I have loved antique transferware plates for years, decades even. I think they were one of my earliest yard sale purchases as a newlywed. I remember reading a magazine article that showcased stacks of mismatched antique transferware plates that had been collected over time and I fell in love with the idea of having a
- [kitchen eating nook changes | the open wall shelves](https://missmustardseed.com/kitchen-eating-nook-changes-the-open-wall-shelves/) - If you're thinking, "Didn't I already read this post about the wall shelves in your kitchen?" You are partially right. You read my first draft of this post and, because of a technical glitch on my blog, my blog was down for several hours last week and had to be reverted to an earlier version.
- [the story of the bryozoan-encrusted shell](https://missmustardseed.com/the-story-of-the-bryozoan-crusted-shell/) - I bet you didn't see this post coming! I have loved beach combing since I was a child but now I'm getting more into researching what I find, especially unique pieces. While my focus has primarily been on shell hunting, I have also gained an interest in finding fossils and other oddities even if I'm
- [kitchen eating nook changes | shelf styling](https://missmustardseed.com/kitchen-eating-nook-changes-shelf-styling/) - I've been sharing some tweaks and changes I've made to our kitchen eating area in my last two blog posts and I'm continuing that short series. Today, I'm going to share a bit more details about the shelf styling. I wanted to rearrange these shelves for a few months, but it kept getting pushed to
- [kitchen eating nook changes | the new chairs](https://missmustardseed.com/kitchen-eating-nook-changes-the-new-chairs/) - Yesterday, we took a look at the new chandelier in the kitchen eating area and today, I'm going to share all about the new/antique chairs I found recently on Facebook Marketplace. As a reminder, here is how the space looked... I actually love these chairs and they have been in our dining room in both
- [circa 1886](https://missmustardseed.com/circa-1886/) - When I was in my mid-20s, I became a Food Network junkie. We had just moved into the first home we owned, a 1,100 sq ft townhouse, and I had my own kitchen after living in my in-law's basement for a couple of years while Jeff finished his undergrad degree. I had a lot of
- [playing with abstract art](https://missmustardseed.com/playing-with-abstract-art/) - If you had asked me a few years ago if I had any interest in abstract art, I would've told you confidently that it's not my thing at all. More than that, abstract art seems too chaotic, pointless, and lacks a true display of artistic talent in my estimation. As the famous quote goes -
- [collectors collect](https://missmustardseed.com/collectors-collect/) - If you have followed my Instagram Stories while I've been on vacation at Isle of Palms, it's obvious that I'm a collector by the number of shells I add to my beachcombing bag to take home with me. I embraced the fact that I was a collector a long time ago. I allow myself to
- [trellis inspiration](https://missmustardseed.com/trellis-inspiration/) - A little over a week ago, I shared some of our spring project plans and I thought I would flesh one of those ideas out a bit more. Specifically, let's take a look at some trellis inspiration ideas I'm considering for the blank wall of siding on the front of the house. This year will
- [the 2024 IOP shell collection contest](https://missmustardseed.com/the-2024-iop-shell-collection-contest/) - My mom and I started talking about the IOP shell collection contest of 2022 before we even found our first shell this year. Once the competition was mentioned, though, my mom became unreasonably competitive. "I found the first olive shell!! I think that should earn me bonus points! I found the first lady's ear so
- [wabi-sabi shells](https://missmustardseed.com/wabi-sabi-shells/) - We've been spending Spring Break at Isle of Palms, a beach in South Carolina we've visited with extended family a few times over the past four years. The thing my mom and I most love about this beach is the shelling. We can find wonderful shells and it's my favorite activity to go out once
- [things I miss about our MN house](https://missmustardseed.com/things-i-miss-about-our-mn-house/) - When we bought our home in Minnesota, we knew it was a great house with good bones, but if you told me I would think about it and miss it with some regularity, I'm not sure I would've believed you. There are things I've loved about all of our homes, but the house in Minnesota
- [kitchen garden inspiration](https://missmustardseed.com/kitchen-garden-inspiration/) - We'll be starting our spring yard clean-up soon and I'm already excited to work on some of the blank spaces we cleared last year and continue pruning, shaping, trimming, and pulling things that are a little out of control. I'm also excited about some of the ideas we have for the future and one of
- [the reality of hooks by the door](https://missmustardseed.com/the-reality-of-hooks-by-the-door/) - So often, when we see hooks by the door in magazines and online, the contents of those hooks are very neatly curated. Only the very cutest jackets, aprons, and bags will be displayed along with the trendiest shoes tucked underneath. I do that myself when I'm working on a styled shoot. A pile of Crocs
- [spring 2024 projects](https://missmustardseed.com/spring-2024-projects/) - After being sick for a few days, it always takes a little while to assess how you're feeling in the morning. Am I still sick? Have I finally turned the corner? Well, this morning, I assessed after helping Jeff get the boys off to school and I have turned the corner. I felt like myself
- [card room green living room | the "dresser corner"](https://missmustardseed.com/card-room-green-living-room-the-dresser-corner/) - Yesterday, I finally finished putting the living room back together after painting the room Card Room Green in November. As I started arranging the plates and antlers on the wall over the dresser in the corner, I wondered why it took us so long! Did I really procrastinate that much? Then, I remembered we put
- [My favorite period drama series & shows | part 3](https://missmustardseed.com/favorite-period-drama-series-shows-part-3/) - Well, I am still spending most of my time in bed and all of my time in jammies with the flu. I've felt lousy, but I'm so thankful it hasn't been as intense as I know it can be. I'm just trying to be gentle and patient with myself even though I'm eager to get
- [five projects for creative play](https://missmustardseed.com/five-projects-for-creative-play/) - Just as I was starting to gain my energy and feel better after being sick, I got hit again! I tested positive for the flu on Monday, so I am back to snuggling with the kitties most of the day. I don't know if I've ever gotten two viruses back to back like this and
- [crochet vs. knitting - updated](https://missmustardseed.com/crochet-vs-knitting-updated/) - Over three years ago, I wrote a post sharing my thoughts on crochet vs. knitting. You can find that original post HERE. I had just learned how to knit, so it was perhaps a little premature to make the comparison, but I wanted to share how I initially felt about the two yarn crafts. I
- [crochet vs. knitting](https://missmustardseed.com/crochet-vs-knitting/) - As I shared last week, I learned to knit over the Christmas break. I've been wanting to learn for a while, so I bought a couple of knitting books and supplemented them with YouTube tutorials when I needed to see someone perform a particular stitch. I haven't knitted anything particularly useful, but have been making
- [card room green living room shelves](https://missmustardseed.com/card-room-green-living-room-shelves/) - Back in December, I shared our living room freshly painted in Card Room Green, but then I started sharing more Christmas content, so sharing the details of the room was left for another day. I finally got out the camera again to showcase the built-in bookcases and how they look in their new shade. Because
- [studio closet reveal](https://missmustardseed.com/studio-closet-reveal/) - The studio closet is finally finished! I cannot express how awesome it is to have all of that functional storage in this space now. It was one of my goals this year to make my workspaces more functional and that has been accomplished in my studio and home office. Previous Posts: If you missed any
- [Free Oil Painting Tutorial - Two Geranium Studies](https://missmustardseed.com/free-oil-painting-tutorial-two-geranium-studies/) - For those who have been asking about free oil painting tutorials, here's one for you! I have been toying with the idea of starting a Patreon page where I can offer painting tutorials for a small monthly subscription to those who are interested, but I kept stalling on launching it. The idea became more of
- [family gallery wall in the hallway](https://missmustardseed.com/family-gallery-wall-in-the-hallway/) - After living in military housing apartments followed by two single-story homes in my childhood, I was always enamored with the idea of having an amazing staircase in a future home. The first two homes Jeff and I bought as adults had staircases but they were enclosed and completely utilitarian. Our Minnesota house was the first
- [gallery wall in a stairwell](https://missmustardseed.com/gallery-wall-stairwell/) - A couple of weeks ago, I started turning a stash of family photos, mat board and old frames into something I could actually hang on a wall. The wall in the stairwell, to be exact. And, last week, my mom came over and we "put the puzzle together." We were dealing with a really odd space
- [wicker market cart](https://missmustardseed.com/wicker-market-cart/) - One of my sweet readers has been asking me for several weeks to share more about the antique wicker market cart in my kitchen and I looked for a blog post about it and couldn't find one! I have had this piece for several years, so I thought I wrote a post about it at
- [artist spotlight - Maryfrances Carter](https://missmustardseed.com/artist-spotlight-maryfrances-carter/) - One of the things I love most about the online world is learning about artists and creative business owners with whom I might never cross paths. I have gotten to admire the work of people who are wildly creative and make amazing works of art out of paper, paint, clay, metal, and more. It's inspiring
- [antique shoe cart reproduction & inspiration](https://missmustardseed.com/antique-shoe-cart-reproduction-inspiration/) - Over the years, I have bought and sold more antique "shoe carts" than I can properly remember. These antique shelves on wheels are called shoe carts because they were often used in shoe factories to transport shoes around the factory. I have found carts that are all different shapes and sizes and made in different
- [two of the best shows on TV](https://missmustardseed.com/two-of-the-best-shows-on-tv/) - I have mentioned both of these series in past Favorites Posts as well as on the TCe podcast. And I can't count the number of times I have brought them up in conversations with other people, specifically when talking about art or adjacent subjects like finding your creative voice. I have watched all available seasons
- [front porch confessions](https://missmustardseed.com/front-porch-confessions/) - On Instagram over the weekend, I shared a confession. I posted, "I don't know who needs to hear this, but I still have pumpkins on my porch." Of course, I meant it to be a bit of self-deprecating humor, laughing at the fact that I had let pumpkins sit on my front porch almost three
- [caring for wood floors in a kitchen](https://missmustardseed.com/caring-for-wood-floors-in-a-kitchen/) - I've been asked a few times over the years about having wood floors in the kitchen, so I thought I would share my experience as well as how I care for them. We inherited wood floors in the kitchen of our previous home in Minnesota, but I selected wood floors for our current home when
- [better & done](https://missmustardseed.com/better-and-done/) - What started as "feeling under the weather" and having a bit of a sore throat early last week turned into being flat-out sick mid-week. So instead of photographing things I've worked on, painting in my studio, and getting things ticked off the to-do list, I was blowing my nose raw and redecorating my nightstand with
- [put a rabbit painting on it](https://missmustardseed.com/put-a-rabbit-painting-on-it/) - I have learned over working on many rooms in the homes we've lived in through the years that there are always little loose ends that languish until you get sick of looking at them. For me, it's often installing shoe molding or touching up trim for some reason. I was pretty good at keeping a
- [studio moments](https://missmustardseed.com/studio-moments/) - I spent some time last week moving the new bookcases in (you can read about that HERE) and getting the studio tidied up and I realized I hadn't shown my studio in a while. Last year, I tried out a few different arrangements (mostly swapping the desk and easel) and this is where it has
- [antique cane stand & collection](https://missmustardseed.com/antique-cane-stand-collection/) - I blame the cane collection on my six months in a boot when my foot was broken in 2022. I bought a couple of them to actually use when I was getting used to walking on both feet again, but I bought most of them because I thought they were little works of art. Some
- [more studio bookcases](https://missmustardseed.com/more-studio-bookcases/) - Almost a year ago, I decided I really needed to address the stacks of books that had been moved from room to room since our move. I had dreams of built-in library shelves in the dining room, but it became clear that project wasn't going to happen anytime soon. Even if we were ready to
- [2023 favorite projects](https://missmustardseed.com/2023-favorite-projects/) - While I enjoy looking forward to the coming year in January, I think it's also important to look back. It can be easy to focus on the to-do list and ways we want to improve, but, even if the previous year has been difficult or hasn't been everything one hoped, there are always things we've
- [What I did & learned over my break...](https://missmustardseed.com/what-i-did-and-learned-over-my-break/) - I'm ba-ack! The funny thing is that the boys had a snow day today, so everyone is home when I'm trying to buckle down and get back to work! While I'm enjoying the snow, it's hard not to get pulled into the snow day spirit and take just one more day off, but it's time
- [Christmas break & January stay-treat](https://missmustardseed.com/christmas-break-and-january-stay-treat/) - While I love the decorating, crafting, shopping for presents, the build-up of anticipation, Christmas music, and the yummy foods, I think what I look forward to most about Christmas is the downtime we have once the bag of wrapping paper is taken out to the trash and the dishes are done. We do puzzles, watch
- [more of the Christmas kitchen 2023](https://missmustardseed.com/more-of-the-christmas-kitchen-2023/) - I am finally rounding the Christmas decorating corner and the finish line is in sight. I have had the dining room covered in bins, ornaments, garlands, and ribbon and I've been using it as a staging area for the rest of the decorating. Slowly, I've been using the decorations and the dining room is getting
- [antique-style fireplace mantel reveal](https://missmustardseed.com/antique-style-fireplace-mantel-reveal/) - Earlier this week, I shared about the antique-style fireplace mantel we built to replace the simple mantel shelf. You can find more details about how we built that mantel in THIS POST. I really liked the foundation of this room, but I envisioned the fireplace with a more traditional mantel. The shelf, to me, felt
- [the race vs. the pace of Christmas](https://missmustardseed.com/race-vs-pace-of-christmas/) - I have loved Christmas for as long as I remember. I have been blessed to have happy memories of Christmas with my family and it's always been my favorite time of the year. I love the food, the music, the baking, the decorating, the presents, the surprises, the anticipation, the traditions, the weather, the clothes...I
- [adding a new shelf to an antique pine hutch](https://missmustardseed.com/adding-a-new-shelf-to-an-antique-pine-hutch/) - When it comes to knocking projects out, I have learned that it helps to pay attention to the tools and materials I have out and try to hit projects that need those same tools and materials. For example, while the sewing machine is out and threads are all over the floor, it makes sense to
- [new plans for the mantel](https://missmustardseed.com/new-plans-for-the-mantel/) - I shared early in the fall that I found an antique mantel removed from a local home built circa 1810. I was so excited about bringing that piece of history into our house. Overall the measurements seemed like they were going to work, but after we got it home and inspected it more carefully, we
- [dressing the bed for winter](https://missmustardseed.com/dressing-the-bed-for-winter/) - Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Brooklinen. As always, all words and opinions expressed are honest and my own. I don't remember the last time I had sheets on my bed that weren't white or cream. It just became my go-to since it's classic, timeless, and looks fresh and beautiful in all seasons. But, as
- [the patina of practice](https://missmustardseed.com/the-patina-of-practice/) - I saw this post a few weeks ago on Instagram... View this post on Instagram A post shared by Araminta Sainsbury (@minty_sainsbury) And I just loved it. I love that the artist saved all of her pencil nubs, 272 of them created and collected over 8 1/2 years of practice to become
- [tips on painting wood paneling](https://missmustardseed.com/tips-on-painting-faux-wood-paneling/) - I know that some people are scared to paint paneling or perhaps are against it, especially if it's wood. As with any to-paint-or-not-to-paint debate, I take this stance. If you love it as is and/or you think that painting the subject of the debate will devalue or damage said subject, then don't paint it. If
- [1970 home renovation | only making decisions as needed](https://missmustardseed.com/1970-home-renovation-only-making-decisions-as-needed/) - There is one thing I've reminded myself over and over as we've been working on our 1970 home - I only have to make decisions about the house when I need to make them. Of course, decisions that really and truly NEED to be made about a house are few and far between. When we're
- [what Dorothy would've done](https://missmustardseed.com/what-dorothy-wouldve-done/) - One question I've been asked on occasion through the years of sharing our home on the blog is, "What do the previous homeowners think of your changes?" With our PA house and then our MN house, I never heard from the previous owners. I never really expected to or even wanted to. I know that
- [drying whole limes for decoration](https://missmustardseed.com/drying-whole-limes-for-decoration/) - It all started when I was shopping on a couple of months ago, deciding which artificial garlands I wanted to purchase to add to my Christmas decor this year. Since they often sell out of their most popular items before we even hit the Christmas-decorating season, I wanted to shop early and take my time
- [1970 home renovation | painting the "garage side" of the house](https://missmustardseed.com/1970-home-renovation-painting-the-garage-side-of-the-house/) - We had three warm, sunny days in a row towards the end of last week, so I put painting the garage side of the house on the calendar. We were running out of paint-friendly days outside and I wanted to take advantage of them so the two most visible sides of the house were painted
- [Original Frame TV Art](https://missmustardseed.com/original-frame-tv-art/) - Over the past year or so, a few people suggested offering my artwork as a digital file sized for the. Since I don't own a FrameTV, I had never really considered that, but I thought it was a good idea! So, I combed back through the digital files of my original oil paintings and selected
- [regorganizing the linen closet](https://missmustardseed.com/regorganizing-the-linen-closet/) - This weekend, I decided to start working on some organizing projects. So many closets, drawers, cabinets, and other storage areas haven't been properly sorted and organized. We got things good enough in the months after our move and they've just stayed in that state. Now that we've passed the year mark of living in this
- [The Brot Box | homemade German bread](https://missmustardseed.com/brotbox-homemade-german-bread/) - I want to let you know that I've been working very hard and making tremendous sacrifices for your benefit over the past couple of weeks. I mean, this was the kind of work that is way over and above and I did it all for you. I have been cooking and testing out homemade German
- [Lucketts Fall Market 2023](https://missmustardseed.com/lucketts-fall-market-2023/) - Another Lucketts Market has come and gone and, I must say that I love attending the event as a shopper instead of a vendor. Both are fun, but it's a lot more enjoyable to just show up and enjoy all of the creativity and hard work of others! At the last two Lucketts Markets (Fall
- [three art exercises to loosen up & get unstuck](https://missmustardseed.com/three-art-exercises-to-loosen-up-get-unstuck/) - Sometimes it's little things that make you feel stuck. A few months ago, I stopped filming art videos and tutorials. I was busy and the house was noisy and messy due to renovations, but that hadn't stopped me before. I finally realized that making videos fell off a cliff when I moved my desk away
- [the 1810 mantel](https://missmustardseed.com/the-1810-mantel/) - A few weeks ago, when I was out and about to pick up the recliner for the living room, I decided to stop in one of my favorite local antique shops. In case you missed the recliner, I found it on Facebook Marketplace and slipcovered it with the help of my mom. Here's what it
- [the vintage Drexel dining set & recovering a chair seat](https://missmustardseed.com/the-vintage-drexel-dining-set/) - A few of you noticed the new dining room set when I shared the fall tablescape earlier this week. We bought an antique dining set last year just a few days before Christmas off of Facebook Marketplace for $40. I had been searching for a dining set since we moved into the house and I
- [maple house collective | small shop spotlight](https://missmustardseed.com/maple-house-collective-small-shop-spotlight/) - A few years ago, I worked with The Maple House Collective, a small business based in Washington state that sells antiques and housewares online and eventually in a renovated barn. I love following the journey of Phoebe and her family for a few reasons. First of all, the aesthetic of the shop is stunning. Phoebe
- [green velvet seat covers](https://missmustardseed.com/green-velvet-seat-covers/) - While I had the sewing machines out and my mom's help, I decided to make seat covers for the barrel-back French chairs I've had for years. I have wanted to cover the vintage cushions on these chairs since I first bought them. They were cream, but the leather was dingy and there was no amount
- [slipcover series part 4 & reveal](https://missmustardseed.com/slipcover-series-part-4-reveal/) - Well, I finally finished the slipcover for my mom's room makeover! Slipcovers aren't my favorite and catching every step on film slows my progress to a crawl, so it's taken me much longer than usual to get this thing finished. I gave myself a pep-talk and threw some air-punches in the studio and I made
- [textile sale & how to make a slipcover | part 5](https://missmustardseed.com/textile-sale-how-to-make-a-slipcover-part-5/) - As I've shared, I've been in a major cleaning and purging mood. It's been happening at home and at the studio. The more I get rid of, the better it feels and I want to get rid of more, so I'm running with it. Before we took a break for Christmas, Kriste and I cleaned
- [custom-built shelf by the side door](https://missmustardseed.com/custom-built-shelf-by-the-side-door/) - One of the downsides to taking down the walls in the kitchen is that we lost the "mud room" area. It was small, but it at least provided a landing area for shoes and such that was hidden from view. But, I felt like the light and space we would gain was a good trade,
- [the kent house](https://missmustardseed.com/kent-house/) - The house in Kent, a neighborhood of Washington DC hit the market last week and I wanted to share pictures of how this gorgeous house turned out! I'm going to share a few photos, but you can see the listing HERE if you want to see to full house tour. Here is how the house
- [doors to the dining room & dining room updates](https://missmustardseed.com/doors-to-the-dining-room-dining-room-updates/) - One of the details I loved about this 1970s house when we first looked at it was the doors leading to the dining room. It's one of those architectural details you don't usually find in newer homes. But. a house built in 1970 is bridging the formality of homes in the first half of the
- [new sixpenny living room sofa](https://missmustardseed.com/new-sixpenny-living-room-sofa/) - When I shared the slipcovered recliner yesterday, several of you noted the preview of the new Sixpenny sofa. Today, I'm going to share the entire sofa as well as a review of the style and fabric I selected. (For the sake of full disclosure, this sofa was gifted to me as a part of a
- [kim's coastal bedroom makeover | the reveal](https://missmustardseed.com/coastal-bedroom-makeover-reveal/) - My parent's bedroom makeover, officially called "Kim's Coastal Bedroom Makeover" here on the blog, is finally finished!! This is a looooong post, so you might want to get a snack to enjoy while you're reading this one. It's been a long time since I shared the before pictures of this room, so let me give
- [one of my secrets to a productive day & Brooklinen Labor Day sale](https://missmustardseed.com/one-of-my-sectrets-to-a-productive-day/) - Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Brooklinen, who is currently running a 20% Labor Day sale now through September 6, 2023. As always, all words and opinions are honest and my own. I'm often asked about my daily schedule and how I get so much accomplished. A part of it is that I am a
- [antique pine cabinet in the foyer](https://missmustardseed.com/antique-pine-cabinet-in-the-foyer/) - I picked up a charming antique pine cabinet at the Lucketts Spring Market and, because the house was in upheaval from the kitchen renovation still, it went straight into the garage. It occurred to me today that I haven't properly shared where it ended up here on the blog, so that's what I'm doing today.
- [decorating dilemma | massive, masculine furniture](https://missmustardseed.com/decorating-dilemma-massive-masculine-furniture/) - Leigha has been a thrifter her entire life. The talent to find a good deal was used to furnish her home and she eventually sold her finds out of two booths at antique malls. She's recently been honing her style and realizes that "her home no longer speaks to her." While Leigha's ready to sell it
- [commissioned paintings](https://missmustardseed.com/commissioned-paintings-post/) - This is sort of turning into art week here on the blog. There is just a lot happening with my artwork right now, so that's what was in the hopper to share. I do have some other home projects going on, though, and I'll share some of those next week. I really just need to
- [August 2023 original art sale preview](https://missmustardseed.com/august-2023-original-art-sale-preview/) - The art side of my business has been slowly chugging along for a few years. I go through spurts and seasons but didn't really commit to producing enough to have regular art sales (about once every six weeks) until this year. And, wow! What a difference it's made. I know I shouldn't be surprised that
- [dream partnership](https://missmustardseed.com/dream-partnership/) - This is one of those you-just-never-know stories that goes all the way back to 2004 when I ordered a book from a home decor book club. The book was called . The cover of that book is unfortunate, but the interior is scrumptious. I poured over that book and, almost 20 years later, it's still
- [shopping for a living room sofa](https://missmustardseed.com/shopping-for-a-living-room-sofa/) - We're going to talk about a room other than the kitchen today! Now, it's onto the hallway, dining room, and the room I'm sharing today, the living room/family room. When we looked at this home with our realtor, we knew that the formal dining room would be reserved for my studio and that meant the
- [Nomad at Home | a new collaborative course](https://missmustardseed.com/nomad-at-home-a-new-collaborative-course/) - One of the best things about the online community is having the opportunity to find your people no matter where in the country or the world they live. One of those people I found was Daune of Cottage in the Oaks. We connected years ago over our love of paint and had the chance to
- [vintage brass "turtle" grater & a button fern](https://missmustardseed.com/vintage-brass-turtle-grater-a-button-fern/) - As I've been visiting second-hand stores in the area with my mom I've, of course, been looking for some fun pieces for my kitchen. Admittedly, I didn't really "need" anything, but it's been fun to hunt for things that are special. I did get a little overenthusiastic, but I have tempered myself now. I did
- [how to make a ruffled bed skirt (with a no sew option)](https://missmustardseed.com/28512-2/) - I had several questions on how to make the ruffled bed skirt I had on the antique iron bed frame, so I thought I would make a tutorial. In addition to sharing a tutorial on how to make a ruffled bed skirt, I am sharing a no-sew option for those who either don't have a
- [1970 kitchen renovation | forte panel-ready fridge review](https://missmustardseed.com/1970-kitchen-renovation-forte-panel-ready-fridge-review/) - Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Forte. As always, all words and opinions expressed are honest and my own. Through the next few weeks, I'll be sharing reviews about each of the appliances I selected for our kitchen in case you're in the market for a new range, fridge, dishwasher, or range hood insert and
- [vintage green-handled flatware](https://missmustardseed.com/vintage-green-handled-flatware/) - When I hit some antique and second-hand stores with my mom a few weeks ago, I found a lovely set of vintage flatware. It was petite in scale and had green handles and forks with three tines. If you've been hanging around here for a while, then you might know that flatware is a weakness
- [1970 kitchen renovation | what didn't make it & slow decisions](https://missmustardseed.com/1970-kitchen-renovation-what-didnt-make-it/) - A final kitchen reveal is coming! The window was trimmed out over the weekend and I worked on sanding and priming today. The sconces that flank the window will be installed on Thursday and then we're just down to some finishing touches. Jeff and I also need to build a cover for the doorbell and
- [decorating with shells in the garden](https://missmustardseed.com/decorating-with-shells-in-the-garden/) - I have loved collecting shells since I was a little girl. Anytime we went to the beach, my Oma and mom would take walks and collect lady's ears, olive shells, whelks, sand dollars, and whatever caught their eye. I remember shells drying on the deck railing of the beach house and we would spend a
- [1970 kitchen renovation | the new window](https://missmustardseed.com/1970-kitchen-renovation-the-new-window/) - It's the post you've been waiting for! Well, some of you have been asking about the window, so this post is for you. If you've been following our 1970 kitchen renovation, you know that the window was delayed by several weeks. I ordered it with the garage and dining room windows back in February, but
- [thrifted teak patio lounge chairs](https://missmustardseed.com/thrifted-teak-patio-lounge-chairs/) - When I shared the ironstone breadbox last week, I teased that I found something even better during my next outing to some thrift and antique stores. What I found wasn't as rare, but it's something I've been hunting for and I scored big time. My mom and I have been enjoying going out together to
- [July 2023 Original Art Sale Preview](https://missmustardseed.com/july-2023-original-art-sale-preview/) - It all started with a vote on my Instagram Stories a few weeks ago. I asked my followers what genre of paintings they would like to see more of and animals topped out the poll. I have pressed into still life and landscapes so far this year, so animals seemed like a good direction and,
- [Antique French's mustard jars](https://missmustardseed.com/french-mustard-jars/) - My focus when shopping at the Lucketts Spring Market was on finding big pieces for my kitchen, so I wasn't taking the time to really comb over accessories and other small stuff. I'm already looking forward to the fall market when I'm not looking for a special piece of furniture and I can meander and
- [antique ironstone breadbox](https://missmustardseed.com/antique-ironstone-breadbox/) - As I shared last week in THIS POST, I did a bit of antiquing and thrifting and found some great pieces. The outings also reminded me why I can't do this too often! There is just so much good stuff out there and it can be hard to not bring it all home. I did
- [July 4th Marlow Pillow & Cooling Cover Sale](https://missmustardseed.com/july-4th-marlow-pillow-cooling-cover-sale/) - Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Marlow. As always, all opinions and words expressed are honest and my own. I've shared about the Marlow Pillow a couple of times here on the blog and today, I wanted to let you know their July 4th summer sale is running now for a limited time. If you're not
- [Plein Air | my latest Jeanne Oliver oil painting class](https://missmustardseed.com/plein-air-my-latest-jeanne-oliver-oil-painting-class/) - People have been asking about my next art class and here it is! I'd love to introduce Plein Air | Taking Art Outside. It's a mini-class (about two hours of content), so the early bird pricing is just $18! For those unfamiliar with the term "Plein Air", it means "in the open air" and refers
- [1970 kitchen renovation | the eating area](https://missmustardseed.com/1970-kitchen-renovation-the-eating-area/) - Alright, my friends who have been waiting to see more of the kitchen renovation, we're going to take a little tour of the kitchen eating area as well as a look at how the space has changed over the past few weeks. Even as I was pulling up the before pictures, I had a hard
- [latest antique & vintage finds](https://missmustardseed.com/latest-antique-vintage-finds/) - Over the weekend, I felt the urge to get out of the house and explore a bit. My mom and I have hit a few local stores now and then, but with renovations happening and lots of work to do, I've been home a lot lately. I needed to go to the grocery store to
- [Ironstone 101](https://missmustardseed.com/ironstone-101/) - I have received a lot of questions lately about ironstone, what it is, and how to identify it. I am certainly not an expert, but I have been collecting ironstone for about ten years now and I have a pretty large collection (I've lost count), so I know it when I see it. I remember reading a
- [Antique European Mould Rack](https://missmustardseed.com/antique-european-mould-rack/) - When our kitchen renovation plans were in the very early stages, I had in mind that I wanted to find an antique plate rack. I have always been drawn to them, especially since I have an extensive collection of ironstone and dishes. There's always a chance I'll find one at an antique store or market,
- [1970 kitchen renovation | the pot rail](https://missmustardseed.com/1970-kitchen-renovation-the-pot-rail/) - A few people have asked about my love-it-or-hate-it pot rack. Let me answer that question right now. Yes, the pot rack is making an appearance. I've had a pot rack or pot rail in my kitchen for almost 20 years and I just can't go cold turkey. After a few months without one, I missed
- [1970 kitchen renovation | custom-built range hood](https://missmustardseed.com/1970-kitchen-renovation-custom-built-range-hood/) - As I've shared throughout the 1970 kitchen renovation series, we hired out the large projects and decided to do the painting and finishing work ourselves in order to make everything fit into our budget. Jeff and I built a custom range hood for our PA kitchen (you can find the plans and tutorial HERE), so
- [furniture follies](https://missmustardseed.com/furniture-follies/) - A couple of weeks ago, on the high of shopping at the Lucketts Spring Market and finding some great pieces for our kitchen, I spotted a charming pair of chairs on Facebook Marketplace. Right away, I got those butterflies when I find something special. They are unique, and adorable, and would be so perfect for
- [spring sky challenge original art sale preview](https://missmustardseed.com/spring-sky-challenge-original-art-sale-preview/) - The original art sale of the Spring Sky Challenge Collection will be on June 2, 2023, at noon EST. The sale will go live HERE. I think it was the last day of April and I saw that one of my Instagram friends and favorite contemporary artists, Erin Spencer, was doing a Spring Sky Challenge
- [1970 kitchen renovation | Carrara Caldia quartz counters](https://missmustardseed.com/1970-kitchen-renovation-carrara-caldia-quartz-counters/) - If you've ever been through a kitchen renovation, you know that the day the counters are installed is a big day! Last Wednesday around lunchtime, a truck pulled up carrying our counters. I was called out to compare the sample and to make sure they were the right counters. There was a very slight variation
- [1970 kitchen renovation | the new basement door](https://missmustardseed.com/the-new-basement-board/) - Things are really moving along with the kitchen now! Once the counters were installed, it was off to the races on getting the details finished. So, we're a little behind in real-time with my blog posts, but I want to make sure I take the time to share each piece of the renovation. It doesn't
- [summer bedding with Brooklinen](https://missmustardseed.com/summer-bedding-with-brooklinen/) - Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Brooklinen. I have partnered with them for years and love sharing about their products. As always, all words are honest and my own. Brooklinen is having their big 20% off Memorial Day sale now through May 31, so it's a good time to buy new sheets, bedding, and towels.
- [1970 kitchen renovation | the ilve range](https://missmustardseed.com/1970-kitchen-renovation-the-ilve-range/) - [et_pb_section fb_built="1" _builder_version="4.16" global_colors_info="{}"][et_pb_row _builder_version="4.19.4" _module_preset="default" global_colors_info="{}"][et_pb_column type="4_4" _builder_version="4.19.4" _module_preset="default" global_colors_info="{}"][et_pb_text admin_label="MARIAN ADD TEXT HERE" _builder_version="4.19.4" _module_preset="default" hover_enabled="0" global_colors_info="{}" sticky_enabled="0"]Well, the day finally came! Last week, it was finally time to crack open the Ilve range that's been sitting in my garage since last October. I felt tempted to open it many times, but it
- [stripping an antique pine baker's table](https://missmustardseed.com/stripping-an-antique-pine-bakers-table/) - Who is ready for a furniture makeover tutorial? I haven't had one of those in a while, but you can find a bunch of old ones HERE! If you're new here, working on furniture used to be my specialty. I do refinishing, painting, upholstery, repair, slipcovers, and all types of rehab. When I moved to
- [Lucketts Spring Market 2023 recap](https://missmustardseed.com/lucketts-spring-market-2023-recap/) - On Thursday afternoon, my mom and I set off for Northern Virginia to visit old friends and spend a day at the Lucketts Spring Market. Throughout the weekend I thought, this is why we moved back... So I could go to Luckettts again. Just kidding! It's so we would be close to family so we
- [1970 kitchen renovation | the base cabinets](https://missmustardseed.com/1970-kitchen-renovation-the-base-cabinets/) - When you're reading this, just imagine my voice a little higher-pitched than usual because I am just bubbling with excitement. The base cabinets have been installed and the measurements for the counters happened this morning. Ahhhh! There are still a couple of construction elements left to tackle, like installing the larger window, but the kitchen
- [1970 kitchen renovation | new & old wood floors](https://missmustardseed.com/1970-kitchen-renovation-new-old-wood-floors/) - The new oak floors in the kitchen were stained and finished last week, which is an exhilarating step in the renovation. I had dreams of moving a few simple pieces of furniture in to feel a bit more settled, but there will be one more coat of finish applied once the base cabinets are installed,
- [gifts from the garden](https://missmustardseed.com/gifts-from-the-garden/) - Between the rainy days, we've had some really lovely days and I've been getting out to do work in the garden to take advantage of them. I'm excited about getting more work done in the house, but it's just such a disaster right now (with the kitchen renovation happening) that I find myself either painting
- [Lucketts Spring Market 2023](https://missmustardseed.com/lucketts-spring-market-2023/) - I feel like I'm going home in a way! The Lucketts Spring Market was a big event in my business for almost a decade and it's so fun to be back. I'm just going as a shopper on VIP day, which is a lot less work than being a vendor! In case you have never
- [1970 kitchen renovation | wood floors](https://missmustardseed.com/1970-kitchen-renovation-wood-floors/) - When it came time to select flooring for our kitchen, there really wasn't much of a question of what my choice would be. I knew, without even looking at other options, that I wanted hardwood floors. But, I didn't want to discount all of the other options available, so I did a bit of browsing
- [spring sky challenge](https://missmustardseed.com/spring-sky-challenge/) - I shared a few days ago about my deep dive into landscape study, drawing, and painting again. You can read about some books and artists that have inspired me in this endeavor HERE. On a whim, I also joined in on the Spring Sky Challenge hosted by Erin Spencer on Instagram. A painting challenge issued
- [1970 kitchen renovation | the free-standing island](https://missmustardseed.com/1970-kitchen-renovation-the-free-standing-island/) - As soon as we learned that taking walls down to make our current kitchen footprint more open was possible, I knew that meant I could have an island. (You can read all about the kitchen renovation HERE.) Without that extra space, a tiny island may have worked, but there wouldn't be room for anything substantial.
- [1970 kitchen renovation | moving a staircase](https://missmustardseed.com/1970-kitchen-renovation-moving-a-staircase/) - Well, we're living in dust and fluff and clutter, but we're happy about it because we know we'll have an awesome kitchen when it's all done! I have a pretty low threshold for disorganization and mess, but I'm just making peace with it and I'll do a deep clean once the house is put back
- [my recent favorite art books](https://missmustardseed.com/my-recent-favorite-art-books/) - Earlier this year, I tried to paint a few landscapes and they all ended up being wiped off the panel. I felt like I had completely forgotten how to paint a landscape, which was strange because that's where I started. I think it had more to do with the fact that I was growing in
- [1970 kitchen renovation | range hood inspiration](https://missmustardseed.com/1970-kitchen-renovation-range-hood-inspiration/) - As I've shared in past posts about our kitchen renovation, we are working with a contractor and professionals on the "big stuff" and work that requires licenses and special skills, but we are doing a few things ourselves to stretch our budget a bit further. One of the projects we're taking on is building a
- [my favorite tools for painting (homes)](https://missmustardseed.com/my-favorite-tools-for-painting-homes/) - When I typed out the title of this post, I realized I needed to make a distinction. "My favorite paint tools" was a bit too broad given that I do a few different types of painting! In this instance, I'm hot off the heels of priming the new trim in the hallway and the ceiling
- [may 1 original art sale preview](https://missmustardseed.com/may-1-original-art-sale-preview/) - It is time for my next original art sale! You would think I would be painting less during a kitchen renovation, but it's been a bit of a relief and escape for me, so I've ended up painting more. The house is a bit of a mess (the guest room is loaded with the kitchen
- [1970 kitchen renovation | the sconces](https://missmustardseed.com/1970-kitchen-renovation-the-sconces/) - When we looked at this house, I had a feeling it would be a strong contender if not the house we bought. There was a lot this house wasn't, but it offered a lot of the things we wanted and needed and I was really excited at the thought of a well-built house in a
- [1970 kitchen renovation | kitchen happenings & counter tops](https://missmustardseed.com/1970-kitchen-renovation-kitchen-happenings-counter-tops/) - I almost hate to say that the progress made on the kitchen last week is a little boring, but the walls and staircase being removed were so dramatic that drywall doesn't seem as noteworthy. (If you've missed the kitchen renovation so far, you can catch up HERE.) But, exciting progress has been made even if
- [stitch & fable | small business spotlight](https://missmustardseed.com/stitch-fable-small-business-spotlight/) - There are times when you know you've found a kindred spirit in the online world. With all of the negative things that come with social media and the internet, that is one of the best things. You can find people from all over the globe who love the things you love. Such was the case
- [power washing, windows, gardening, & tidying](https://missmustardseed.com/power-washing-windows-gardening-tidying/) - Today I'm bringing you a cornucopia of all of the work we've been doing while the kitchen is underway. I will say that having people at your house working hard, getting dirty, and making progress is a good motivator for me. I've put in some hard work days since we've lived here, but I still
- [1970 kitchen renovation | more demo & a wrinkle](https://missmustardseed.com/1970-kitchen-renovation-more-demo-and-wrinkle/) - Let's go a little check-in on the kitchen! I hope you enjoy kitchen renovation posts because you're going to get a lot of them. If you've missed any kitchen renovation posts, you can catch up HERE. It is getting really exciting seeing all of the open space. This space that was hacked up is so
- [1970 kitchen renovation | floor plan & changes I made from your suggestions](https://missmustardseed.com/1970-kitchen-renovation-floor-plan-changes-i-made-from-your-suggestions/) - I have to be completely honest and say that doing a renovation or room makeover, sharing it online, and getting constant feedback can be a bit overwhelming. I felt that way when I first started work on our previous Minnesota house and, at times, it was exhausting feeling like I have to explain or justify
- [1970 kitchen renovation | demo day one](https://missmustardseed.com/1970-kitchen-renovation-demo-day-one/) - The kitchen renovation began yesterday and I am so excited. Yes, it's loud, messy, and very inconvenient, but I am keeping my eye on the finished kitchen, knowing it will all be worth it and all of this is very temporary. Even Marshall, my 16-year-old, said he was really looking forward to having a new
- [favorite things | concrete garden accessories](https://missmustardseed.com/favorite-things-concrete-garden-accessories/) - Most of the things I love as an adult can be traced somewhere back to my childhood. Such is the case with concrete garden accessories. My Oma and Opa had concrete planters, a bird bath, and a bench in their yard in both of the houses they lived in when I was growing up. And
- [best art book series | for beginners](https://missmustardseed.com/best-art-book-series-for-beginners/) - You may have noticed that I like my books. Art books, specifically, are my favorite with design and decorating books as a very close second. I have amassed quite a collection over the past few years and I have most of the books in my library listed in my Amazon store HERE. With 357 books
- [aging terra cotta pots](https://missmustardseed.com/aging-terra-cotta-pots/) - There are some people who like things shiny and new. They want to be the first person to own something. They like the smell of a car with 32 miles on it. They want their furniture to be delivered, tags still attached. I am just not one of those people. Unless we're talking about electronics,
- [my 45th year](https://missmustardseed.com/my-45th-year/) - I have been sharing here on this blog since I was 31 years old and today I turn 45. If you've followed me since the early days of blogging, you might remember my boys streaking across photos in diapers and little addendums to my posts about the funny things they'd say. Now, both boys are
- [1970 home renovation | yard clean-up day two](https://missmustardseed.com/1970-home-renovation-yard-clean-up-day-two/) - A couple of weeks ago, we started working on cleaning up the yard. (You can read about that HERE.) As I've shared before, we have a great yard with some beautiful mature trees and bushes, but much of it has gotten a little overgrown and wild. In some cases, I just have a different vision
- [how we're paying for our renovations](https://missmustardseed.com/how-were-paying-for-our-renovations/) - Every once in a while, I get the question, "How are you paying for your home renovations?" I appreciate the honesty and openness of a question like that and I've often wondered that myself when I see people sharing one major home renovation after the other online. I grew up learning that you don't talk
- [the white art supply cabinet](https://missmustardseed.com/white-art-supply-cabinet/) - As we were preparing to move from our house in Minnesota, I decided to sell the green art supply cabinet I was using. Selling my art supply cabinets seems to be a tradition when I move. I also sold THIS ONE when I moved from PA to MN. They are usually big, heavy pieces and
- [March 27 original art sale preview](https://missmustardseed.com/march-27-original-art-sale-preview/) - I have been busy painting away since my last original art sale and I'm excited to announce the date for the next one - Monday, March 27, 2023, at 1:00 EST. As with other online sales, this post is a preview of the paintings that will be in the sale so have the chance to
- [kitchen renovation cabinet plans](https://missmustardseed.com/kitchen-renovation-cabinet-plans/) - I am so excited to share that the kitchen renovation is falling into place. The new larger window was ordered a few weeks ago and I am ordering the cabinets early next week now that the design is nailed down. When we were house shopping, finding a kitchen that needed renovation was at the top
- [crinkled seam binding ribbon & the book of trees](https://missmustardseed.com/crinkled-seam-binding-ribbon-book-of-trees/) - I love how one little bit of inspiration can lead me down a creative rabbit trail. Such was the case with the "Book of Circles" tutorial offered by Rachel of The Travelling Bookbinder. Right away, I knew I wanted to make a little book with some of my antique papers. I have a tendency of
- [yard clean-up begins](https://missmustardseed.com/yard-clean-up-begins/) - One of the things I love about this house and this neighborhood is the mature landscaping. There are no scrawny saplings or yards covered only by a patchwork of newly-laid sod. Everything is established and adds to the charm and beauty of this neighborhood. For that reason, I was hesitant to start cutting down trees
- [sleep week with Marlow pillow](https://missmustardseed.com/sleep-week-with-marlow-pillow/) - Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Marlow. As always, all opinions and words expressed are honest and my own. Did you know it's Sleep Week? I had to give the Sleep Week founders a quizzical expression at Sleep Week landing when we spring the clocks forward. I would humbly suggest we make the week between
- [ironstone cake stands | the holy grail of antique ironstone](https://missmustardseed.com/ironstone-cake-stands-the-holy-grail-of-antique-ironstone/) - Jeff and I were planning to work on the hall trim on his day off a couple of weeks ago, but the weather was rainy and cold and it was not the best day to set up a miter saw on the driveway. On top of that, I was pretty tired from the long workday
- [french doors for the studio](https://missmustardseed.com/french-doors-for-the-studio/) - I have been looking forward to having doors on my studio since I was able to move in and use the room once the hardwood floors were finished. This room is fairly isolated from the rest of the house, but it's still nice to have a door to close out sound, keep the critters out
- [picture ledges & drying racks](https://missmustardseed.com/picture-ledges-drying-racks/) - One of the things I'm asked about most when I share pictures of my studio (this one and my previous one in Minnesota) is the picture ledges I use as drying shelves and to hold pigment bottles and other small art supplies I want to have on display. The shelves I purchased to use as
- [the rest of the studio (for now)](https://missmustardseed.com/the-rest-of-the-studio-for-now/) - On Monday, I shared the new Billy bookcases I added to the studio to get my library of art books off the floor and organized. It's made the studio space feel much more useable, functional, and conducive to creative work. If you struggle with your creativity, productivity, effectiveness, and focus, look at your surroundings. Are
- [making a "vintage" chalkboard with milk paint](https://missmustardseed.com/27332-2/) - As I shared yesterday, the past couple of weeks in the studio have been devoted to getting things finished that have been hanging around for way too long. I've ignored some of them, because I knew they would be a pain-in-the-rear to work on, like the French chair with nailhead trim (yet to be revealed),
- [billy bookcases for the studio](https://missmustardseed.com/billy-bookcases-for-the-studio/) - I don't do this very often, but I fell off the face of the blog world at the end of last week. I really just needed to dive into getting things done and, as you can imagine, stopping to take pictures and write about it all slows things down quite a bit. So, I took
- [overwhelm & order](https://missmustardseed.com/overwhelm-and-order/) - Yesterday, I worked on the things on my daily list to get done (I try to limit it to three big things, which you can read about HERE), but then I found myself shuffling around, a little lost at what to do. There is just so much to do. Do I paint more? Do I
- [faux boxwood topiaries](https://missmustardseed.com/faux-boxwood-topiaries-2/) - When we had the bushes removed from the front and the pine and holly trees removed, it made the house much more visible. That is what we wanted, but now the things we need to work on (like power washing and painting) are a bit more prominent and the porch looks a little naked. I
- [books, bow windows, & blinds](https://missmustardseed.com/books-bow-windows-blinds/) - One of the challenging parts about a home renovation following a move (in which things were packed up not knowing what house they were going to) is the stuff management. I mean, we're still not fully unpacked and definitely not even close to being organized. Spending time on organizing even seems pointless when things will
- [ironstone pitchers | which way should the handles face](https://missmustardseed.com/ironstone-pitchers-which-way-should-the-handles-face/) - This post has been sitting in the drafts for a while and I opened it up, looked at the pictures, and it made me smile. So, let's dust it off. This post draft came from a few comments I've received over the years about the direction of the handles on the ironstone pitchers in my
- [front garden plans | 1970 home renovation](https://missmustardseed.com/front-garden-plans-1970-home-renovation/) - When we tell people that we moved to Maryland from Minnesota, the first thing they mention is the winters. "Oh, I bet you'll enjoy these winters a lot more!" Well, actually, no. I'm one of those rare people who prefer the cold. I am pale, blonde, with light eyes, and I just melt in the
- [evolution of a window](https://missmustardseed.com/evolution-of-a-window/) - As I was thinking about what to write about here on the blog, I walked past the door to our room and the light streaming through the window caught my eye. The way it flooded through the window and fell on the floor in front of the antique French chair and wardrobe was lovely. It
- [two sketchbook tours | artistic endeavors](https://missmustardseed.com/two-sketchbook-tours-artistic-endeavors/) - As I have shared in a few posts recently, I made the commitment to draw and/or paint daily in 2023. Daily-ish. And I'd say I've done pretty well given the number of paintings I have produced and that I've finished two sketchbooks that had been languishing in my studio unfinished for a while. I have
- [new art prints available on Society6](https://missmustardseed.com/new-art-prints-available-on-society6/) - The upside and downside of pieces of art are each work is one of a kind. That's why it makes it special to own one. But, one upside of a painting is that, unlike a piece of furniture or an antique I've fixed up, prints can be made of painting! So, those who loved the
- [new lights for the hallway | 1970 home renovation](https://missmustardseed.com/new-lights-for-the-hallway-1970-home-renovation/) - Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Lamps Plus. As always, all words and opinions are honest and my own. As I shared yesterday and in other posts about our 1970s home, one of our goals is to brighten it up. So far, we've removed unnecessary window coverings, added recessed lights in six rooms, and pulled
- [challenges & opportunities | encouragement](https://missmustardseed.com/challenges-and-opportunities/) - One thing I paid attention to when we were house hunting in Minnesota was light. What kind of light came into the house? Would it have mood-boosting sunny rooms that the camera loves? The house we ended up purchasing had so much light. Too much at times, in fact. But, I basked in it and
- [tree trimming | 1970 home renovation](https://missmustardseed.com/tree-trimming/) - As soon as we saw our soon-to-be house in the real estate listing, we knew that landscaping would be one of the projects. We loved this house and the neighborhood because of the mature trees and landscaping, but some of the landscaping around our house is well overgrown. We are planning on keeping a lot
- [friday's art sale preview](https://missmustardseed.com/fridays-art-sale-preview/) - I've had a few flash sales on Instagram to clear out some paintings, but I haven't had a proper original art sale since we moved! But, as I shared yesterday, I've been painting most days with the intention of having a lot of original paintings to offer in a sale and that sale is happening
- [testimony to practice | encouragement](https://missmustardseed.com/testimony-to-practice/) - It wasn't a formal commitment or challenge explicitly set out, but I decided after Christmas that I wanted to try to paint and/or draw every day. By every day, I mean most days, regularly. And, with just one or two exceptions, I have been at the easel and/or in my sketchbook every day. Some days,
- [reno recap five | windows, wallpaper, details, and more](https://missmustardseed.com/reno-recap-five-windows-wallpaper-details-and-more/) - Since there has been a lot happening in our 1970s brick ranch renovation, I thought it was time for a reno recap. If you missed the previous work that we've done on the house, you can catch up with previous reno recaps HERE. I am glad I'm keeping a record of it because it's already
- [making progress & more on tinted primers](https://missmustardseed.com/making-progress-more-on-tinted-primers/) - The crew finished the wallpaper and glue removal and the priming on Monday, so then it was time for us to get to work. So, last week was all about painting and priming and, since I'm trying to pace myself, that will continue into this week. The crew did a good job stripping the wallpaper
- [waiting well | encouragement](https://missmustardseed.com/waiting-well-encouragement/) - I've had this blog post sitting in my head for weeks over the summer and then in my drafts for months. It felt so personal and different from what I normally post here, so I kept it as my own. But, during our season of waiting this summer, so many of you shared your own
- [the paint colors I selected | decorating](https://missmustardseed.com/the-colors-i-selected-decorating/) - Several people have been asking, so let's talk paint colors and which ones I selected for our house. I didn't feel much urgency for selecting colors since I had so much wallpaper to strip, but now that the job is completed, I am ready to get rolling. It was nice to have that unhurried time,
- [tips I learned from the pros stripping wallpaper](https://missmustardseed.com/tips-i-learned-from-the-pros-stripping-wallpaper/) - I told you I would only write a couple more posts about stripping wallpaper, so let's just get one out of the way. This post is prompted by the people asking if I snooped and picked up some tips from the pros who were stripping off our wallpaper and glue. The bad news is that
- [making trades | 1970s home renovation](https://missmustardseed.com/making-trades-1970s-home-renovation/) - As I have been working on stripping wallpaper with my one-tank-a-day method, Jeff has been questioning why I don't get a quote on having the work done. The steamer would be heating up, he would suggest it, and I would bristle. It's not that I didn't want to have the work done while I was
- [my top three tips on getting things done](https://missmustardseed.com/my-top-three-tips-on-getting-things-done/) - As I share the things I do each day, I'm often asked how I get it all done. This has been a question that's been asked and answered many times over the years, but it's always worth talking about. I think it's natural to look at the work produced by someone and wonder about their
- [$40 dining room table & chairs](https://missmustardseed.com/40-dining-room-table-chairs/) - Since we moved into our house in September, I have been hunting for a dining table and chairs. The dining room has been a bit of a storage room, so it hasn't felt like too much of a priority. I was looking forward to eating in there, though, and using the table for puzzles and
- [the jewelry of the house | grandeur hardware](https://missmustardseed.com/the-jewelry-of-the-house-grandeur-hardware/) - Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Grandeur Hardware. As always all words and opinions expressed are honest and my own. The projects on our house slowed down a little bit over the holidays, but we're starting to ramp up again with more wallpaper removal, a few new windows, the installation of recessed lights, dining room
- [my antique pencil box & what is in it](https://missmustardseed.com/my-antique-pencil-box-what-is-in-it/) - I have shown the antique pencil box I've been using since this spring a few times here and there and I'm almost always asked about it as well as the contents, so I thought I would write a post sharing about it. I mean...any excuse to write about art supplies... It really is a special
- [walking again](https://missmustardseed.com/walking-again/) - "Me thinks that the moment my legs begin to move, my thoughts begin to flow." - Henry David Thoreau As some of you know, I broke my foot back in May. While it was a frustrating inconvenience during packing and a move, over time, I found the greatest loss for me was not being able
- [new antique fireplace tools](https://missmustardseed.com/new-antique-fireplace-tools/) - The first thing I bought specifically for our house was a pair of antique "cannonball" andirons. My mom and I went to an antique store as a diversion from a tense period of waiting for our offer to be accepted and I received a call from our realtor on the way that the deal was
- [making & using paint sample boards to select colors](https://missmustardseed.com/making-using-paint-sample-boards-to-select-colors/) - Yesterday, I worked on making some paint sample boards to nail down the colors I've been mulling over for the main living areas of our house. Usually, I would just slap a swatch on the wall, but this house has slowed down my typical go-for-it approach. The biggest obstacle has been all of the wallpaper
- [kitchen cabinet shopping & selections | 1970s home renovation](https://missmustardseed.com/kitchen-cabinet-shopping-1970s-home-renovation/) - This is the year of the kitchen makeover and I am so, so excited about it. Every house we have lived in has had a kitchen that was too good to completely redo. We've always been fortunate to have solid cabinets, a great layout, and good bones, so I have always focused my attention on
- [Christmas Break 2022 Recap](https://missmustardseed.com/christmas-break-2022-recap/) - Happy New Year! I hope you had a wonderful and fulfilling Christmas and New Year that was everything you needed it to be. Ours was a bit of a mixed bag, but it will definitely be memorable! Our Christmas break started with picking up a dining room set I found on Facebook Marketplace for $40.
- [Christmas decorating favorites from the past](https://missmustardseed.com/christmas-decorating-favorites-from-the-past/) - Well, I played hooky from writing on the blog yesterday. I felt lazy, tired, and really ready for my own Christmas break to start (the boys are already on break from school.) So, I took a slow morning to cuddle with the kitties and rewatch some of Portrait Artist of the Year. I gave myself
- [baby shoes, sepia portraits, & vials of color](https://missmustardseed.com/baby-shoes-sepia-portraits-vials-of-color/) - "Well, you definitely got into the right business." My mom has said this to me many times over my 13+ years of writing this blog. She knows I love happy surprises, mail, and gifts and, in this weird little line of work, I get some of the best mail. It started with rolls of tape,
- [little studio tree](https://missmustardseed.com/little-studio-tree/) - When I plunked the little artificial tree on a stool in my art studio, I figured it would just be there temporarily. It was more about putting it in a semi-finished place and less about feeling like that was the best spot for it. But, as I got distracted by other things, the little tree
- [Christmas foyer 2022 | Christmas decorating](https://missmustardseed.com/christmas-foyer-2022-christmas-decorating/) - I love that Christmas decorating doesn't have to be complicated, time-consuming, or expensive to be really pretty and festive. It really can be as simple as trimming a few branches from evergreens and tucking them around the house. We have some nice bushes and trees in our area that are perfect to clip and take
- [Christmas living room 2022 | Christmas decorating](https://missmustardseed.com/christmas-living-room-2022-christmas-decorating/) - Since we spend most of our time in the living room, that is where I focused my Christmas decorating attention. I would probably do that anyway, but my Christmas decorating is scaled back this year since we just moved into our house this fall. While I love the Christmas season, it feels like it came
- [Kitchin Sketchbook Wrapping Paper](https://missmustardseed.com/kitchin-sketchbook-wrapping-paper/) - In April of 2021, I went out on a limb and purchased something that spoke to me in a way that sticks out in all of my years of buying and selling antiques. It was a lot of four antique sketchbooks from the late 1800s to early 1900s by architect and artist George Herbert Kitchin.
- [fashion gift ideas from Walmart](https://missmustardseed.com/fashion-gift-ideas-from-walmart/) - Disclosure: This post is sponsored by As always, all words and opinions are honest and my own. Oh man, Christmas shopping! Some years, I am right on the ball, and other years, it sneaks up on me. Just today, Jeff and I were talking about Christmas shopping and he said, "Wasn't Thanksgiving yesterday?" If
- [customizing a winter/Christmas wreath | Christmas decorating](https://missmustardseed.com/customizing-a-winter-christmas-wreath-christmas-decorating/) - Earlier this week, I showed how I made this full, fluffy Christmas/winter wreath out of two thinner wreaths. Not only did it add fullness to the wreath, but it added more texture. You can read all about it and see a video tutorial on how I did it HERE. The two wreaths I used were
- [2022 advent stockings | christmas decorating](https://missmustardseed.com/2022-advent-stockings-christmas-decorating/) - I got a text from Calvin on December 1 and it was one word. "Advent." I was hoping he would just forget about it this year. Since my boys were toddlers, I've done advent stockings for them. Each day, I fill the stocking with a couple of small toys or treats, one for each boy.
- [fluffy full wreath hack | Christmas decorating](https://missmustardseed.com/fluffy-full-wreath-hack-christmas-decorating/) - As I shared last week, Christmas decorating this year is about doing the best I can. It's about enjoying what I can do and letting go of what I can't. And, I have to say, it's felt pretty good so far. It's been slow. It's been spurts and starts. But, it's been happening at a
- [decorating for Christmas in a "new " house](https://missmustardseed.com/decorating-for-christmas-in-a-new-house/) - When I was in high school, we moved into a newly-built house the day after Christmas. It was a little strange, but it felt like a part of Christmas. My new room was the best gift of the year and a place to put my new clothes and CD player. We moved into this house
- [antique step-back hutch & breakfast nook](https://missmustardseed.com/antique-step-back-hutch-breakfast-nook/) - The kitchen will be our next big project in the house and I can't wait to tackle this space. As I've shared before, it's a bit of an awkward room that is sort of a U-shape. One side of the U is a hallway that leads to the pantry (the door to the right in
- [time to refresh your bedding](https://missmustardseed.com/time-to-refresh-your-bedding/) - Disclosure: This blog post is sponsored by Brooklinen. As always, all opinions and words are honest and my own. I've shared about Brooklinen many times over the years and I continue to partner with them because their bedding and towels are just that awesome. I started using their towels five years ago and have been
- [Antique French Louis Philippe Vitrine](https://missmustardseed.com/antique-french-louis-philippe-vitrine/) - Remember the piece I purchased from Ekster Antiques? When I shared it on Instagram, one of my friends (who is a designer and European antique dealer) informed me this is an antique French Louis Philippe Vitrine. I didn't know it was called that specifically, but I knew that it was gorgeous and that I loved
- [the antique victorian bamboo shelf](https://missmustardseed.com/the-antique-victorian-bamboo-shelf/) - Remember the antique Thebes stool I found a few weeks ago at a local antique store? Well, in that same booth, I found another incredible find at an excellent price - an antique Victorian burnt bamboo shelf. I think it was $85 with an additional 20%. As I picked up the rickety old shelf and
- [styling tips | for retail](https://missmustardseed.com/styling-tips-for-retail/) - I've written several posts about styling over the years, but I've grown a lot and learned a lot along the way and it's probably time for an update. (I have also received a few comments and e-mails about it lately.) Styling is a broad topic, so I'll break this up into a series. In my
- [styling tips | for home](https://missmustardseed.com/styling-tips-for-home/) - A few days ago, I shared part one of the "styling tips" series - for retail. Now, it's time for part two - styling tips for the home. While styling for retail and photography is about making a space and individual items look beautiful or appealing without much regard to practicality, styling the home is
- [styling tips | for photo](https://missmustardseed.com/styling-tips-for-photo/) - Welcome to the third and final part of this "styling tips" series - styling for a photo. If you missed the first two parts and want to catch up, the links are below... styling tips | for home styling tips | for retail In this part, we'll talk about styling for photography. This is the
- [reno recap four | kitchen plans, steam cleaning, & pacing ourselves](https://missmustardseed.com/reno-recap-four-kitchen-plans-steam-cleaning-pacing-ourselves/) - Home renovations aren't always full-steam-ahead, especially if you're living in the home while doing the work. Sometimes you need to take some time to slow the pace, ponder upcoming projects, readjust the plans, and properly clean the house. With a sick kid at home and feeling a bit under the weather myself, this was a
- [framed antique indenture](https://missmustardseed.com/framed-antique-indenture/) - When I shared the living room curtains earlier this week, a few of you noticed the framed antique indenture hanging on the wall over the sofa. Well, let's talk about this piece of custom-made art! First off, let's talk about what an indenture is since most of us are familiar with it only in terms
- [books from friends](https://missmustardseed.com/books-from-friends/) - One of my favorite things about the online world is that we have the chance to meet and connect with people we would never meet otherwise. I have gotten to know people who love the things I love and even those who write about the things I love. There are certainly many things I can
- [custom living room blackout curtains](https://missmustardseed.com/custom-living-room-blackout-curtains/) - As I've shared over the past couple of weeks, I have to bounce between things that need to be done that aren't super exciting (like organizing the basement and wiping wallpaper glue off the walls) and things that flex my creativity and are fun. By jumping between the two, I feel like I'm productive, moving
- [reno recap three | new toilet, shelving, doorknobs & more](https://missmustardseed.com/reno-recap-three-new-toilet-shelving-doorknobs-more/) - We have a bit of catching up to do on the renovation recap (since I missed a couple of weeks), so I'm circling back to share some things we did over the past month on top of what we did this week. While there was plenty of activity happening in the house this week, it
- [refrigerator shopping with forté](https://missmustardseed.com/refrigerator-shopping-with-forte/) - Disclosure: I am working with Ilve and Forté as a part of a long-term partnership on my kitchen renovation. As always, all opinions are honest and my own. Now that the roof is done, it's time to turn our renovating attention to the kitchen. In fact, my renovating attention has been on the kitchen, but
- [thrift store ribbon holder](https://missmustardseed.com/thrift-store-ribbon-holder/) - In between the unpacking, painting, and projects, Jeff and I have taken a morning or afternoon here and there to hit a few local second-hand shops. One afternoon, we made the rounds to a few of the thrift stores just a couple of miles from our house. At one of those thrift stores, I spotted
- [tour of my new art studio](https://missmustardseed.com/tour-of-my-new-art-studio/) - It's the room tour that many of you have been asking for - the art studio! Of course, it's not finished yet, as is the case with our entire house, but it's getting there. It's settled enough and looks enough like an art studio to welcome you into the space and give you a little
- [studio transformation | part 2](https://missmustardseed.com/studio-transformation-part-2/) - I shared about priming and painting the studio walls and ceiling in PART ONE of the studio transformation and I shared about the oak hutch in yesterday's post... Today, I am sharing my "working corner" of the studio... I purchased the drafting table off of craigslist in PA for $100 and it's been a great
- [evolution of my house | part 1 | the living room](https://missmustardseed.com/evolution-of-my-house-part-1-the-living-room/) - First of all, thank you so much for all of the sweet comments in response to the home tour I posted earlier this week. It was fun for me to share the entire house (except one bathroom and Jeff's office) all in the same post. Looking over it, I realized how much work we've done
- [evolution of my house | part 2 | the dining room](https://missmustardseed.com/evolution-of-my-house-part-2-the-dining-room/) - This is part two in a series that's a more in-depth follow-up of my 2015 summer home tour. Showing the entire house in one post made me realize what a change this home has undergone and I thought it would be encouraging to others if I share the slow process from "before" to "after". If
- [weekly reno recap | new roof, new range & more](https://missmustardseed.com/weekly-reno-recap/) - Someone asked where the weekly reno recap went... Ummm. Yeah. So...you see, when you're in the process of moving in and major renovations are happening as well as normal life stuff, well, things just slip through the cracks. Hence, no recap. The inquiry didn't feel like an admonishment at all but like an encouragement. We
- [a pillow you can customize](https://missmustardseed.com/a-pillow-you-can-customize/) - Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Marlow, a brand-new company from the founders of Brooklinen. I've partnered with Brooklinen for over five years, so I was happy to partner with them on their newest brand created to help me sleep more comfortably. As always, all opinions and words expressed are honest and my own. When
- [decorating process](https://missmustardseed.com/decorating-process/) - Of course, there are a million practical things to do. Unpack, strip wallpaper, paint walls, clean, and organize, but I have to give myself the gift of unstructured time to just play. So, I bounce between things that need to be done and things that are completely unnecessary but are creatively fulfilling. It gives me
- [the antique thebes stool](https://missmustardseed.com/the-antique-thebes-stool/) - When Jeff and I went on an outing last Monday, we walked through an antique store to look for some of the furniture pieces still on my shopping list. I tried to stay focused on my list, but it is hard to ignore pieces that speak to me. Such was the case with this odd
- [the wingback recliner](https://missmustardseed.com/the-wingback-recliner/) - Years ago, when I first had issues with my shoulder, I cracked a joke about recliners. I was in the ER for severe shoulder pain from calcific tendonitis and the doctor suggested I sleep in a recliner to take some pressure off my shoulder. I looked at him and said, "Do I look like someone
- [James Farmer Inspired Corner](https://missmustardseed.com/james-farmer-inspired-corner/) - There are times when a design I see in a book or online sticks with me. I keep coming back to it again and again and I find myself imagining it in my own home. Most of the time, it just remains an object of admiration. I just don't have the space or things to
- [slowly but surely](https://missmustardseed.com/slowly-but-surely/) - Moving into this house has been a slow process. Slower than usual, but it is progressing and, over the weekend, it felt like a cork finally popped off of the bottle, and pressure was released. Our floors were finished and we could finally start moving into the entire house. On top of that, I had
- [Lucketts Fall Market 2022 Recap](https://missmustardseed.com/lucketts-fall-market-2022-recap/) - The last few days have been a whirlwind and I finally have a chance to sit down and write to share what I've been up to. Some of it has been personal - attending a banquet, Jeff's installation into his new pastoral position (which included a very warm welcome for our entire family), enjoying fall
- [golden oak floors](https://missmustardseed.com/golden-oak-floors/) - Let's talk about the cause of the upheaval in our house and the reason Jeff and I are still living out of suitcases - the wood floors. We knew that we would get the floors installed ASAP so when we do finally settle in the house, we can completely settle. We won't have hardwood floor
- [living with raw wood floors](https://missmustardseed.com/living-with-raw-wood-floors/) - Back in November of last year, I had finally worked up the DIY gumption to sand down the oak hardwood floors in the front of our house. Once the work was all done, I decided to live with raw wood floors for a while. The polyurethane finish I had applied only a few years earlier was
- [selbu mitten knitting tutorial | parts three & four](https://missmustardseed.com/selbu-mitten-knitting-tutorial-parts-three-four/) - Well, it took me a little while, but I finally got around to editing the final video in the Selbu mitten knitting tutorial. I really hope this is a helpful tutorial for those who, like me, always, wanted to make something like this. You learn so many knitting skills when working on a mitten like
- [vintage/farmhouse-style glass cozy crochet tutorial](https://missmustardseed.com/vintage-farmhouse-style-glass-cozy-crochet-tutorial/) - Years ago, I was shopping for inventory for the Lucketts Spring Market and found a ziplock bag containing some cream crochet work. I wasn't sure what they were initially, but I've learned how to hunt and peck to try to find things others might overlook. I'm the one crawling into the depths of an antique
- [what you share matters](https://missmustardseed.com/what-you-share-matters/) - As I shared yesterday, I purchased a twenty-drawer antique cabinet from Ekster antiques and, when I drove to the barn to pick it up, I bought another large piece. I bought this gorgeous European glass front cabinet that was way too big to fit in my van. The wheels in my head were turning as
- [Ekster Antiques & Uniques](https://missmustardseed.com/ekster-antiques-uniques/) - For over a week, my mom and I planned a day out last Friday. I had another x-ray and follow-up appointment for my foot (I graduated from the boot) and we were going to hit some antique shops afterward. I was looking forward to getting out of paint clothes and out of the house and
- [weekly reno recap | wood floors & more](https://missmustardseed.com/weekly-reno-recap-wood-floors-more/) - There are so many things happening in the house (you can read about our new house HERE if you missed it) that I decided I should write a weekly recap while we're in the thick of renovations to give you a rundown of the activity. Some projects we do are not worth a dedicated blog
- [The Lucketts Fall Market](https://missmustardseed.com/the-lucketts-fall-market/) - I'm baaa-ack!!! An awesome part of moving back to the east coast is that I can be a part of the Lucketts Market again! And, this year, they have the Lucketts Fall Market, which is coming up on October 14-16, 2022. If you've been reading my blog for a long time, then you know Lucketts
- [a mouse in the house](https://missmustardseed.com/a-mouse-in-the-house/) - When I visited my great aunt's house in South Carolina this spring, she pointed out a little cast iron mouse perched on a bit of trim. "Did you see my mouse? You know, you have to have a mouse in your house!" I had never heard of having a mouse in the house, but apparently,
- [slate tile in the foyer](https://missmustardseed.com/slate-tile-in-the-foyer/) - When I showed the foyer in our new house, a few of you noticed something familiar about it. This slate tile is one of the original features I loved about this house. (I also like the vintage lantern fixture in the foyer!) It looks familiar because the Montauk Blue slate tile I selected for the
- [getting new hardwood floors](https://missmustardseed.com/getting-new-hardwood-floors/) - I've decided that moving into a house is a lot easier when you don't have big projects planned right off the bat! But, it is also easier to get those projects out of the way before you get settled, so then you can get settled knowing that big project is done. I guess disruptive renovations
- [moments](https://missmustardseed.com/moments/) - Of course, if you walked through my house right now, you would see boxes lined up against the walls or stacked on free surfaces. You would see a box half-filled with folded boxes and a smaller box filled with bubble wrap and folded newsprint, ready to pass along to the next person who is moving
- [outdoor fall entertaining with Walmart](https://missmustardseed.com/outdoor-fall-entertaining-with-walmart/) - Disclosure; This post is sponsored by . As always, all words and opinions expressed are honest and my own. I have partnered with many times over the years and I am excited to be working with them in our new home. An advantage to moving into a home in late September is that we are
- [concrete pool restoration & inspiration](https://missmustardseed.com/concrete-pool-restoration-inspiration/) - When we sat down as a family and talked about what we would want in a future house, the boys requested a pool. They befriended a neighbor one court over in Minnesota who had a pool and often invited the boys and other neighborhood kids over for impromptu swims and planned pool parties. It was
- [the first thing I bought for our new house | antique brass andirons](https://missmustardseed.com/the-first-thing-i-bought-for-our-new-house-antique-brass-andirons/) - Before we get to the antique brass andirons, I need to thank you for all of the words of encouragement yesterday! I think it can be easy to glamourize moving into a new home, but it's a tough process even if it's a happy move into a lovely home. Things felt more settled and normal
- [settling into a new home](https://missmustardseed.com/settling-into-a-new-home/) - Crying seems to be inevitable in the early days of a move. You're tired. You're emotional. You're feeling raw. You're relieved to be settled yet you feel entirely unsettled, upended. The familiarity of your things clashes with the unfamiliarity of a new place. It's the biggest purchase of your life and you have only spent
- [And the house we bought is...](https://missmustardseed.com/and-the-house-we-bought-is/) - That little guessing game we played yesterday was so fun! And, what I enjoyed most about it, was hearing your thought process in the comments about why you thought I picked certain houses. So many of you understood the tension I felt in deciding between some good options and hoping to pick the best. Ultimately,
- [house hunting with the Parsons](https://missmustardseed.com/house-hunting-with-the-parsons/) - Thank you so much for all of your wonderful and encouraging comments on yesterday's post. We are very excited! So, I have been waiting for weeks to spill the beans about our new house, but as with the purchasing process of our MN house, I didn't want to share all of the details in real-time.
- [where we are landing...](https://missmustardseed.com/where-we-are-landing/) - Yesterday, it became official. The Parsons family will be moving to Washington County, MD! (Cue, Maryland, My Maryland...) Oh man, there is so much to tell you! So much has been going on in the background as I've been writing about visiting family, taking care of my broken foot, hitting used bookstores, and buying antiques
- [Syracuse Ornamental Company Catalogue 1923](https://missmustardseed.com/syracuse-ornamental-company-catalog-1923/) - Last week, jeff wanted to get in on the antique store diversion. He was just dying to walk around antique stores to carry my purchases, load a dresser in the van for my mom, and give me the side-eye when I wanted to buy anything. Of course, I'm being sarcastic, but he actually wanted to
- [August 2022 Favorites](https://missmustardseed.com/august-2022-favorites/) - I wish I could say the month of August was all good things and favorites enveloped by constant grace and poise. But, as is often the case with life, it was a rollercoaster of peaks and valleys. It was days of peace and ones of impatience. It was the start of school in the midst
- [antique sewing box & birds-eye maple writing slope](https://missmustardseed.com/antique-sewing-box-birds-eye-maple-writing-slope/) - I've always loved little boxes. Even when I was a girl, I had a few small boxes, mostly made of wood, for keeping little treasures. So, naturally, that has carried over into adulthood, specifically when it comes to boxes that hold creative supplies. I've shared about my love of artist paint boxes (oh, those are
- [for the love of antique portraits...](https://missmustardseed.com/for-the-love-of-antique-portraits/) - One thing I want more of in our next home is antique portraits (or studies of new old portraits.) I have always loved how antique portraits look in a home, so when I first started working with oil paints about five years ago, I imagined painting portraits to hang in my house. It took me
- [would you want a blogger to buy your house?](https://missmustardseed.com/would-you-want-a-blogger-to-buy-your-house/) - Would you want a blogger (or social media influencer/YouTuber) to buy your house? I had this thought as I've been browsing online real estate listings. One of the questions I'm asked every so often is, "What do the former owners think about what you've done to the house?" And, in the case of both of
- [epic antique book haul & other goodies](https://missmustardseed.com/epic-antique-book-haul-other-goodies/) - Well, I am having a grand time hitting some of my old favorite antique stores and some new-to-me ones as well. I haven't had a chance to photograph everything and, besides, it's a little hard to do photoshoots that look and feel like "me" when I'm not in my own house. But, I wanted to
- [shopping for vintage lamps](https://missmustardseed.com/shopping-for-vintage-lamps/) - I tell you what... If you need a random something to put a smile on your face, go out to an antique store, thrift store, or secondhand shop and look at lamps. Lamps seem to be one of the places where home decor companies really let loose. Let's make beige sofas and brown tables, but
- [the "grass sofa" - before & after](https://missmustardseed.com/the-grass-sofa-before-after/) - Remember this? This is one of those pieces that people like me have nightmares about. The dresser that is so saturated with smoke that it needs a bath in bleach. The upholstered chair that was used as a dog bed...and then a cozy nest for a mouse. Or the sofa that was stuffed with dried grass. When I
- [Selbu mitten knitting tutorial | part two | colorwork](https://missmustardseed.com/selbu-mitten-knitting-tutorial-part-two-colorwork/) - Is anyone knitting selbu mittens along with me? I spent the weekend working on the mitten I'm filming for the tutorial, which was a nice activity given that I've been ordered to stay off my foot. I gave several pairs as gifts to friends and family this year, but I still have a few more
- [antique umbrellas & canes | favorite things](https://missmustardseed.com/antique-umbrellas-canes-favorite-things/) - I'm sure I'm not the only one who gets an idea about something she wants in her house and dives head-first into making it happen. Such is the case for me with having an umbrella/cane stand in my foyer and then, naturally, filling it with antique umbrellas and canes. I don't have a foyer or
- [my DSLR camera gear & tips | creative business](https://missmustardseed.com/my-dslr-camera-gear-tips-creative-business/) - This week, I was asked to give recommendations for a "real camera" and lenses. As I started answering the question, I decided digging up an old post I wrote about my camera gear and sharing that link would be a more thorough answer, but then I saw that post was 11 years old! Yeah, I
- [kitchen inspiration | decorating](https://missmustardseed.com/kitchen-inspiration-decorating/) - As I'm thinking and dreaming about our next house, a room I'm particularly excited about is the kitchen. So, let me share some kitchen inspiration I've been rounding up. We were fortunate to have very nice kitchens in our last two houses. Both have been a nice size with tons of cabinetry and good counter
- [sketchbook tour | August 2022](https://missmustardseed.com/sketchbook-tour-august-2022/) - The purpose of drawing and painting in a sketchbook is for practice, exploration, and experimentation. It's really not meant for public consumption, but it is a personal endeavor. But, I admit that I find studying the sketchbooks of others to be more beneficial and interesting than studying the finished works. The sketches show the thought
- [decorating with antique paintbrushes](https://missmustardseed.com/decorating-with-antique-paint-brushes/) - One of the things I love about old things that are well-used and carry a story, known or unknown, with them, is that their character makes them art in and of themselves. All of the dings, dents, splatters, imperfections, and the warmth that comes only from time, gives them character and interest and makes them
- [linen tie-up shades are back!](https://missmustardseed.com/linen-tie-up-shades-are-back/) - Do you remember the linen tie-up shades I made for my studio in our Minnesota House? I made them to cover all of the windows in the sunroom, which we finished as my studio. It was amazing having all of that light coming through south-facing windows, but it would be very intense and even too
- [buffalo china | bargain finds](https://missmustardseed.com/buffalo-china-bargain-finds/) - Several years ago, I received a tip from one of my local friends in the antiquing community. She told me there was a huge stash of like-new vintage buffalo china at a thrift store and I might want to go check it out. Well, as an ironstone lover and an antiques dealer, I couldn't turn
- [more thoughts on letting go | home organizing](https://missmustardseed.com/more-thoughts-on-letting-go-home-organizing/) - As we were selling lots of things to prepare for our move, I wrote a post about letting go. (You can find that HERE.) I've actually written many posts about selling pieces, home organizing, and an entire series about stuff and our relationship with it. I've realized over the years that we can have a
- [July 2022 Favorites](https://missmustardseed.com/july-2022-favorites/) - Despite being in a season of life that has been all about upheaval and waiting, July was a good month full of favorites. I actually like writing these favorites post for that very reason...it gives me an opportunity to look at the past few weeks with a lens of gratitude instead of complaint. My foot
- [open concept homes - yay or nay?](https://missmustardseed.com/open-concept-homes-yay-or-nay/) - I've seen some online polls and design articles written about open concept homes lately. Are they on the way out? Are we ready to have more walls and doors in our homes again? I love this conversation and wanted to jump on board. I have always been drawn to older homes, which are almost never
- [home library inspiration](https://missmustardseed.com/home-library-inspiration/) - As I bought more and more books, Jeff and I smiled and made two references - a cinematic one and a Biblical one (fitting for a pastor.) "We're going to need a bigger boat." and "I just need to build bigger barns to house all of my grain." Of course, neither of those contexts is
- [five keys to making gray walls work](https://missmustardseed.com/five-keys-to-making-gray-walls-work/) - If I didn't know it before, looking at lots of houses online has confirmed something - gray is the new beige. The default wall color in this day and age has shifted from beige to gray. It's the non-white choice of color that is neutral enough to not be offensive to potential home buyers. Now,
- [the victorian sewing bird](https://missmustardseed.com/the-victorian-sewing-bird/) - If you haven't discovered this about me, yet, I love learning about old things, researching them, and hunting for just the right thing to add to my collection. It appeals to the history-love in me, my inquisitive nature, and my love of owning and using beautiful, functional things. Of course, it does appeal to my
- [creativity is calling](https://missmustardseed.com/creativity-is-calling/) - As you may have guessed, I really miss my studio. It's not so much that I miss that specific physical space, but I miss having a dedicated place for creative work. As well as a dedicated space to keep all of my creative tools and supplies. But, as they say, missing makes the heart grow
- [revisiting tucker resist chambray fabric](https://missmustardseed.com/revisiting-tucker-resist-chambray-fabric/) - When I was hunting for pictures of my French dining chairs to share their makeover all in one post, I found myself admiring old pictures of my blue and white curtains I made out of fabric by Waverly. Would I want to revisit that fabric again in our next house? I fell in love with
- [classic navy & white wardrobe rebuild](https://missmustardseed.com/classic-navy-white-wardrobe-rebuild/) - Oh my. Let's go completely off the rails here and talk about clothes. It had been over two years since I went out to an actual store to do some in-person clothes shopping. I have ordered a few things online, but they were mostly sweatpants and t-shirts, which is my default when I don't have
- [my French dining room chairs](https://missmustardseed.com/my-french-dining-room-chairs/) - If you've followed me for while (even through this most recent move out of our MN home), you know that I'm pretty game to sell just about anything. I can't tell you how many times Jeff has come home to an empty space where a piece of furniture once sat. He's gotten to the point
- [the chesapeake house & federal style](https://missmustardseed.com/the-chesapeake-house-federal-style/) - As I'm sharing decorating books and pictures that inspire me as well as some of the things I've purchased for our future home (which is still just a daydream), I'm often asked about the decorating direction for our next home. The simple answer is, that I won't fully know until we select the house. I
- [baked potato soup recipe](https://missmustardseed.com/baked-potato-soup-recipe/) - I shared a couple of weeks ago that I made a full-fat, no-skimping-on-the-good-stuff baked potato soup recipe as a treat. I love creamy soups and casseroles, but I don't make them very often anymore, because they are just so calorie-laden. But it was a dreary day and both Jeff and I were in the mood
- [How my business began | part 6 | when it takes off](https://missmustardseed.com/how-my-business-began-part-6-when-it-takes-off/) - The last two installments of this series sort of overlapped. In part 5, I shared about starting this blog. In part 4, we left off where the consignment store I sold out of was closing its doors. That's where we'll pick up the story. This was the time in my business when it was really
- [how my business began | part 5 | the blog](https://missmustardseed.com/how-my-business-began-part-5-the-blog/) - In the last installment of "how my business began" I glossed over when I started my blog. Starting the blog was like pushing over a domino, starting a chain reaction that has brought me to where I am today. It deserves more than a gloss over, so we're going to take a few steps back
- [how my business began | part 4 | finding my niche](https://missmustardseed.com/how-my-business-began-finding-my-niche/) - My business was only a few weeks old and, after a craft show failure, I found a shop willing to sell my hand-painted ornaments and, even more exciting than that, the owner was willing to accept my painted furniture and antiques on consignment. It was the first opportunity I had at a somewhat steady income stream.
- [how my business began | part 3 | now I'm an entrepreneur...](https://missmustardseed.com/how-my-business-began-part-3-now-im-an-entrepreneur/) - As far as degrees go, I probably have one of the most useless degrees when it comes to preparation for the business world. I have a degree in Musical Theatre. My class schedule sort of looked like Fame. I went from tap to private voice lessons to costume design to acting. My backpack was filled
- [how my business began | part 2 | the name](https://missmustardseed.com/how-my-business-began-part-2-the-name/) - If you missed part 1, read that first HERE. ...so, I had made the decision to join the ranks of the "mom-prenuers." My mind was fixed on it and I felt a strong pull in that direction. (Jeff said that he will write a post sharing his perspective of things, but for now, I'll say that he
- [how my business began | part 1](https://missmustardseed.com/how-my-business-began-part-1/) - I've shared about my business before and how it all began, but I haven't shared the entire story. ...and it's time that I do. So, let's go back to 2008. I was a youth pastor's wife/stay-at-home mom of a 2-month-old and 17-month-old. The story of my life was diapers and bottles. And for someone who
- [curated traditional home tour](https://missmustardseed.com/curated-traditional-home-tour/) - When I first started working on the book , I knew I wanted to shoot some local Rochester homes. My friend Cheri's home was a no-brainer. But I was hoping for at least one more house that I could photograph. I ended up finding that house in an unexpected way and I thought I would
- [Lucy Gwyn Estes Vaughan](https://missmustardseed.com/lucy-gwyn-estes-vaughan/) - One of the best things about sharing parts of my work and life here on this blog is connecting with people of similar interests, kindred spirits, and even extended family. When I was going through my family photos in early 2021 as a part of organizing the house, I came across an article about my
- [feels like home book launch team](https://missmustardseed.com/feels-like-home-book-launch-team/) - Thank you so much for all of the enthusiasm and support for my new book, ! Writing a book is such a long process and you never know how it will be received, but the feedback I've been hearing on the sneak peeks and previews have been so positive and encouraging. I can't wait until
- [the VA lake house](https://missmustardseed.com/the-va-lake-house/) - Where in the world is the Parsons' family this week? It almost sounds like we're off on some great adventure, but we're really just bumming around staying with family and in homes that are open to us! I suppose that is an adventure of sorts and we are trying to make it feel like that.
- [ten days of art | creative play](https://missmustardseed.com/ten-days-of-art-creative-play/) - As I shared in THIS POST, I want to make the most of this season of waiting. One of the things I want to do is take some art classes that had to be set on the back burner when I needed to focus my attention on packing. Now, I am able to find some
- [how to sell things when you move/downsize](https://missmustardseed.com/how-to-sell-things-when-you-move-dowsize/) - As I shared about selling things to get ready for the move here on my blog and social media, I have been asked by many people about the avenues I'm using to sell those pieces. I'm at a bit of an unfair advantage since I do have an established follower/customer base, but I sold things
- [the reader's corner | used books](https://missmustardseed.com/the-readers-corner-used-books/) - When we arrived in Raleigh last week, my mother-in-law started going over potential outings. She shared the names of a few thrift stores she thought I might want to check out and she mentioned that my niece, Lizzy, could give me a comprehensive tour of the best-used book shops in the area. Well, I perked
- [thrifting & antiquing in Raleigh](https://missmustardseed.com/thrifting-antiquing-in-raleigh/) - I have always enjoyed poking around town, and checking out shops I haven't been to, so that's what I've been doing with my mom and mother-in-law. We hit some antique malls, thrift shops, and used book stores just to see what we find. I am not buying any larger pieces but rather taking pictures
- [what I sold & what I kept](https://missmustardseed.com/what-i-sold-what-i-kept/) - A few people have asked what I kept and what I sold from our MN house, so I thought I would put it all in one post. Not only will it be a nice recap, but it'll also give me a place to reference when we're unpacking our stuff and I feel like I'm losing
- [the empty, transformed house](https://missmustardseed.com/the-empty-transformed-house/) - This post has been waiting in the wings for a while, and I'm finally dusting it off to share a final before & after of some of my favorite rooms in our MN house. I'm in the process of updating the MN Home Tour page, so it reflects the changes we've made since 2020 prior
- [thrifting in PA](https://missmustardseed.com/thrifting-in-pa/) - My mom and I went out to a local antique shop and thrift shop on Thursday and it felt so good to be hanging out with her in some of my old haunts. Before we get into thrifting and what I bought, I wanted to clear something up. When I shared my shopping adventures on
- [antique French architecture portfolios](https://missmustardseed.com/antique-french-architecture-portfolios/) - Yesterday, I scored two amazing finds - a pair of antique architecture portfolios by Wulliam & Farge of Paris. Here's how that came about... As we were planning some afternoon outing options while visiting my parents we talked about hitting our favorite ice cream shop, visiting a couple of antique shops, going to the battlefield,
- [antique baby shoes | favorite things](https://missmustardseed.com/antique-baby-shoes-favorite-things/) - One of the first things I bought when I meandered into an antique store as a young adult was a thin, cream cotton baby bonnet. I really couldn't tell you why I bought it other than I felt drawn to it and it was cheap (meaning it was something I could afford!) I've always found
- [EdgePro PaintBook easel review | art supplies](https://missmustardseed.com/edgepro-paintbook-easel-review-art-supplies/) - A few people have asked me about the easel I have been using in my temporary studio, so I thought I would share a review of it now that I've been using it for about a month. EdgePro PaintBook Easel in the large size, walnut finish. I've been looking at this easel for a long time,
- [May & June 2022 Favorites](https://missmustardseed.com/may-june-2022-favorites/) - I didn't get around to writing my May favorites for obvious reasons. I broke my foot on May 1 and then spent the entire month hobbling around packing up a 4,000 sq foot house. It was a lot and I was just trying to get through it, not make mental notes on things I really
- [pet portraits | creative play](https://missmustardseed.com/pet-portraits-creative-play/) - After painting a study of Maud Earl's American Pointer, I felt confident to tiptoe in the world of pet portraits. I suppose I had to because my mom told me that Sebastian was feeling a little jealous that I was painting other dogs. Then, of course, the kitties also felt a little miffed that I
- [one last trip to Stillwater](https://missmustardseed.com/one-last-trip-to-stillwater/) - Going on a day trip while hobbling around with a broken foot isn't what I would normally plan, but I couldn't turn down the opportunity to check out the antique stores and my favorite used book store in Stillwater, MN while spending some good time with my dear friend and antiquing buddy, Cheri. Cheri was
- [maud earl pointer study in oils](https://missmustardseed.com/maud-earl-pointer-study-in-oils/) - One of the best parts about being in this transition is that I am finally getting "free time" after all of the preparations and packing that dominated my time the past couple of months. I've been doing restful things like watching TV, finishing some knitting projects, and doing lots of drawing and painting. I just
- [decorating books I kept with me](https://missmustardseed.com/decorating-books-i-kept-with-me/) - As I was packing away my , I knew I wanted to keep a few out to read, study, and look to for inspiration and ideas for our next house. In case you missed it, we sold our house in Minnesota and we're moving back to the east coast. (You can read about that HERE.)
- [purchases for our imaginary future house...](https://missmustardseed.com/purchases-for-our-imaginary-future-house/) - If you get it, you get it. One of the most exciting things about moving for people like me is anticipating what the next house will be. I've been this way since I was in 6th grade when we moved back to the states and I was going to live in an actual house (not
- [my temporary studio](https://missmustardseed.com/my-temporary-studio/) - As we were looking for an apartment or home to rent for the month between moving out of our house and driving out east, we had a few requirements. Number 1, we didn't want it to be outrageously expensive and, let me tell you, renting furnished apartments by the month can get absolutely crazy. I
- [touch-up paint therapy](https://missmustardseed.com/touch-up-paint-therapy/) - Painting in some form or another has always been therapeutic for me. It was a creative outlet when we lived in my in-laws' basement while Jeff finished his degree. It was transformative; a way to put my personal touch on every surface of the three homes we've owned over the years. It was a task
- [the waiting place | encouragement](https://missmustardseed.com/the-waiting-place/) - I've always loved the book It's not often that a children's book is so poignant, timeless, and relevant through many seasons of life. I have revisited this book many times and have gifted it to people in times of transition or new chapters. In all of the silliness, rhythm, and rhyming, it is so good.
- [tips on getting a house ready to sell](https://missmustardseed.com/tips-on-getting-a-house-ready-to-sell/) - As you know, we recently listed and sold our house. Of course, I took pictures along the way and thought I would share some tips on getting a house ready to sell. I'm not sharing tips on how to sell your house quickly or get multiple offers in 24 hours. Articles like that drive me
- [uncertainty & possibility](https://missmustardseed.com/uncertainty-possibility/) - "How's Jeff's job search going?" "Have you figured out where you're going to move?" "Have you bought a house, yet?" These are the questions I'm asked almost every time I see someone, speak to someone or text with someone. I don't mind it at all. I would ask the same thing if I had a
- [mexican lasagna bake aka burrito cake recipe](https://missmustardseed.com/mexican-lasagna-bake-burrito-cake-recipe/) - I love recipes that are...quick to make, can be made in one pot, are easy to adjust to different food preferences, and are delicious! Such is the case with this Mexican Lasagna Bake. It's a fusion of layered Italian lasagna with Mexican (well, Americanized Mexican) flavors. And it is so good. When Marshall first saw
- [moving day 2022](https://missmustardseed.com/moving-day-2022/) - Yesterday was tough. Moving out days almost always are. But yesterday was already full of final packing and a string of appointments at the Mayo Clinic for Calvin. (It's a part of his regular check-ups and T1D care.) I tried to reschedule those appointments when I realized I had double-booked us, but we couldn't get
- [what sharing your passion looks like](https://missmustardseed.com/what-sharing-your-passion-looks-like/) - I bet you think you showed up at the wrong blog today when the featured image is of a shiny new Corvette. No, you've come to the right place and this post does not have anything to do with me buying or even having a remote interest in a sports car. Just read on... When
- [a beginner's ironstone collection](https://missmustardseed.com/a-beginners-ironstone-collection/) - Yes, moving is a pain, but I have to say that there are aspects of it that have been very enjoyable for me. I've loved going through all of my things and deciding which ones are my current favorites and which ones are ready for a new home. (You can read my thoughts on letting
- [wrapping tips for moving or shipping breakables](https://missmustardseed.com/wrapping-tips-for-moving-or-shipping-breakables/) - This is maybe the most random blog post and tip video I have ever made, but as I am moving, I was asked to share packing and wrapping tips and I always view questions as a great source of inspiration for the kind of content I should create. (In case you missed it, HERE is
- [victorian box easel](https://missmustardseed.com/victorian-box-easel/) - As I shared earlier this week, packing up the studio has been the hardest part of the move. (You can read about why we're moving HERE.) feel like I can cook anywhere. I can do laundry anywhere. We can have family pizza movie night anywhere. I will miss our bed and bedding, but I can
- [the packed-up art studio](https://missmustardseed.com/the-packed-up-art-studio/) - I spent a couple of days last week packing up the art studio. I have to confess that is the hardest room for me to pack. I started packing in there a few weeks ago as I was selling a couple of large pieces, but I planned on continuing to use the studio, enjoying a
- [the best strawberry rhubarb crisp](https://missmustardseed.com/the-best-strawberry-rhubarb-crisp/) - We have an absolutely wonderful next-door neighbor. She has blown snow out of our driveway when Jeff was unable to, she has saved Calvin's bike from sitting out on the sidewalk overnight, and she brings us rhubarb from her garden each summer. When she first brought over a bag, I was a little skeptical about
- [decorating with shells](https://missmustardseed.com/decorating-with-shells/) - As I collected shells at the beach this spring, the question I was asked most often is, "What do you do with them?" And I get that question! When we cleaned out my Oma's attic, there were about a dozen 5-gallon buckets filled with shells she collected over the years. It was a great example
- [shelling tips on Isle of Palms](https://missmustardseed.com/shelling-tips-on-isle-of-palms/) - Shelling is my favorite thing to do on the beach. I'll roam along the shore slowly, picking up whatever catches my eye and that I might want to add to my collection of shells that I've been working on since I was a girl. My Oma was a big sheller and my mother after her.
- [isle of palms | the shell collection contest](https://missmustardseed.com/isle-of-palms-the-shell-collection-contest/) - As I shared earlier this week and in my Instagram Stories every day, the main activity that my mom plan around is shelling. We set out at low tide each day and spend an hour or two combing the beach to add to our shell collection. For me, it hits a lot of things. Of
- [beautiful variety | encouragement](https://missmustardseed.com/beautiful-variety-encouragement/) - I usually get a post up on Mondays, but there was some background maintenance happening on my blog and I wasn't able to get a post up on time. That ended up being okay because I had another furniture pick-up this morning and Jeff helped me shuffle furniture around to get things organized a bit
- [Isle of Palms 2022](https://missmustardseed.com/isle-of-palms-2022/) - I thought I would share a little bit more about our time at Isle of Palms this year. If you'd like to read about our trip last year and the things we did, you can check that out HERE. Of course, the highlight of our time at the beach for me is always walking along
- [March & April 2022 Favorites](https://missmustardseed.com/march-april-2022-favorites/) - March and April were whirlwind months, which is why their favorites posts have been merged together. In two months, we've squashed in getting a house ready to sell, showing & selling a house, going on a beach trip, packing for a move, selling a ton of belongings, 3/4 people in our house being sick with
- [tips on packing for a move](https://missmustardseed.com/tips-on-packing-for-a-move/) - I know people who have moved a lot more than I have, but I have moved quite a bit in my life. Until I was almost 30, I had never lived anywhere longer than 4 years! An 11-year stretch in our PA house is the longest I've lived in one place and, even then, we
- [the porcupine by ray french](https://missmustardseed.com/the-porcupine-by-ray-french/) - As I shared in the tour of my great aunt and uncle's home in South Carolina, they have acquired a lot of interesting art pieces over the years. I wanted to highlight one specifically because it's a neat piece by a known artist, but also because of a special inscription. The work is the Porcupine,
- [setbacks & a virtual yard sale](https://missmustardseed.com/setbacks-virtual-yard-sale/) - Well, I have had a slight setback this week! Sunday morning, I stayed home and watched the morning church service online since I'm still battling a cough. After the boys and I watched the service, I decided to work a little bit more on putting things out for the virtual yard sale (which I'll explain
- [eclectic south carolina home tour](https://missmustardseed.com/eclectic-south-carolina-home-tour/) - When we were down in Isle of Palms, we had the chance to visit my great aunt and uncle's house for a tour. It's such a lovely home that I asked if I could take pictures and share them on my blog and my aunt agreed. I think this classic South Carolina home is a
- [upheaval and linen sheets](https://missmustardseed.com/upheaval-and-linen-sheets/) - Disclosure: This post about washed linen sheets is sponsored by Brooklinen. As always, all opinions and words are honest and my own. Anyone who has moved before knows that moving and upheaval are synonymous. Our house is being dismantled piece by piece. There are boxes everywhere and things covering surfaces, waiting their turn to be
- [German Chalkboard & Market Finds](https://missmustardseed.com/german-chalkboard-market-finds/) - Kriste and were able to squeeze in some shopping earlier this week on the way back from Megan's house, to stock up for The Market on Chapel Hill. It's coming up so fast! We didn't find as much stuff as I had hoped for, but I packed the van full today with some amazing finds when my
- [my perspective on letting go of things...](https://missmustardseed.com/my-perspective-on-letting-go-of-things/) - As I've been selling a lot of pieces from my home, the question that has come up most often is, "How can you let go of these beautiful things?" The short answer is, "It's all a matter of perspective." But, that's sort of a non-answer answer, so let me give you the long answer. There
- [yard sale details & more large pieces for sale](https://missmustardseed.com/yard-sale-details-more-large-pieces-for-sale/) - If you don't follow me on Facebook or Instagram, then you might be wondering what happened to me! I got hit with a virus and was down and out for a good four days. I'm on the upswing now, but my mind is way ahead of my body. I'm ready to resume packing and getting
- [new art course | alla prima](https://missmustardseed.com/new-art-course-alla-prima/) - I was going to post more large pieces for sale in my blog post today, but that will have to wait until tomorrow. Today, I have something to share that I am super excited about! Earlier this year, I created and filmed another online art course for Jeanne Oliver's website and this project was definitely
- [antique blue & white pedal car](https://missmustardseed.com/antique-blue-white-pedal-car/) - I'm not into cars at all. I drive an old van with over 230,000 miles on it and I'm content. I know exactly how many pieces of furniture I can wedge into it. But, if money weren't an object, and I wanted to spend it on a car that was purely for fun, I
- [simple spring](https://missmustardseed.com/simple-spring/) - This might come as a total shock, but I don't usually decorate for the seasons. I decorate for Christmas, I'll put out a few pumpkins during the fall, but otherwise I keep things pretty neutral seasonally. I would rather makeover a dresser than make a wreath for the front door. I decided, though, I would
- [splurge vs. save chandeliers](https://missmustardseed.com/splurge-vs-save-chandeliers/) - A few have asked about my chandeliers and if I'm selling any of them. The chandeliers are going to convey to the house, but we did decide to keep the one in the dining room. It is my favorite and even Jeff said it was worth the trouble of taking it down and replacing it
- [big pieces I'm selling...](https://missmustardseed.com/big-pieces-im-selling/) - When we moved from PA to MN, I sold quite a few pieces that I felt wouldn't likely work in our new potential home, but I took several pieces I loved and tried to make them work. Moving from a 1940s cape code with smaller rooms and low ceilings to a 13-year-old suburban home with
- [antique brass watercolor field box & more](https://missmustardseed.com/antique-brass-watercolor-field-box-more/) - First of all, I have to tell you that my mind is going in about a thousand different directions as I'm thinking about packing, selling things, and getting our whole house and my business ready to move in a few weeks. Between moving as a military brat, frequently as a young adult, and packing up
- [i've been keeping a big secret...](https://missmustardseed.com/ive-been-keeping-a-big-secret/) - For the past few weeks, it has been a little bit hard for me to know what to write here on the blog because there have been big things happening in our real life and we decided to keep it off of my blog and social media until the time was right. Of course, our
- [antique ivory/bone notebook](https://missmustardseed.com/antique-ivory-bone-notebook/) - "You pretty much have it all by now, don't you?" Julia often states this when she asks what requests I have when she is at antique markets in the UK. I assured her that there are always new and different things for a collector like me to latch onto. Such was the case when I
- [tidying up the laundry room](https://missmustardseed.com/tidying-up-the-laundry-room/) - Before we left on our trip, we've been working on tidying up the house and taking care of things that have been overlooked for a while. The laundry room was one of those areas that just needed a little tidying up. I like open shelves for their display value, but they can get a little
- [the brush holder by the kitchen sink | antiques](https://missmustardseed.com/the-brush-holder-by-the-kitchen-sink-antiques/) - I've received the same question a few times on my blog and Instagram, so I thought I would answer the question for everyone in a post. The question is, "What is the pot/jar holding your brushes by the sink?" It is an antique sugar bowl/jar that I found years ago at an antique store. I
- [refreshing painted kitchen cabinets](https://missmustardseed.com/refreshing-painted-kitchen-cabinets/) - Let's talk about something that isn't often talked about when it comes to interior photographs for magazines, online publications, social media, etc. Yes, we all know about styling and filters, clever cropping, and fancy photoshopping. But let's talk about the fact that you just don't get the full picture in a picture. In some ways,
- [the beefy dual fuel range](https://missmustardseed.com/the-beefy-range/) - Disclosure: This post is not sponsored by Kitchen Aid, but I did receive VIP pricing on the purchase of this dual-fuel range. I decided to purchase this specific range before I knew I could receive a discount. I paid retail price for my other Kitchen Aid appliances. All words and opinions about the brand and
- [antique french finds & handmade goods](https://missmustardseed.com/antique-french-finds-handmade-goods/) - I spent the morning packing up all of the paintings from Friday's original art sale. Thank you so much to everyone who shopped. We had over 3,000 people on the site at one time, so if you had trouble getting the painting you wanted, that's why! I am also pleased to share that all of
- [evolution of my home | part 5 | the family room](https://missmustardseed.com/evolution-of-my-home-part-5-the-family-room/) - And now it's time to take an in-depth look at the history of my family room. This is an awesome space for entertaining and hanging out, but it's a bit of a tough one when it comes to arranging furniture. It's long and narrow, with a bit of a strange traffic flow, so when I
- [Showing off the wainscoting...](https://missmustardseed.com/showing-off-the-wainscoting/) - I showed off my new family room wainscoting a few days ago, but the hutch in the corner was bugging me a little. Even as we were moving the furniture back, I said to Jeff, "I think this hutch looks too squished into that corner and it hides all of the wainscoting." "Oh no. I
- [elevating the look of an artificial plant](https://missmustardseed.com/elevating-the-look-of-an-artificial-plant/) - I haven't taken much time to wander around in a store like Target for quite a while. I've gotten used to placing online or curbside pick-up orders, which are convenient, but I'm realizing I really miss getting out and about regularly. I'm a homebody, so it's very easy for me to fall into a pattern
- [original art sale preview | march 18, 2022](https://missmustardseed.com/original-art-sale-preview-march-18-2022/) - Before I get into the details of the art sale preview, I wanted to let you know that 25% of the gross sales will go to Samaritan's Purse, specifically for the emergency field hospital they are setting up in Lviv to help those injured in the war in Ukraine. It is a good cause, but
- [the sewing room makeover reveal](https://missmustardseed.com/the-sewing-room-makeover-reveal/) - The sewing room makeover was another project I worked on specifically to share in my book - . For that reason, I haven't shared the full reveal on the blog yet, even though this room makeover was finished in 2020. A few photos of the room are shared in the book, but it's nice to
- [art supplies | ribbon ties](https://missmustardseed.com/art-supplies-ribbon-ties/) - I remember reading a magazine article about the dos and don'ts of decorating according to interviewed experts. One of the designers said an absolute don't was bows. Even when I read it, I had an immediate reaction. Oh, I totally disagree. I mean, I think we can agree on huge bow tiebacks on curtains in
- [built-in shelf styling](https://missmustardseed.com/built-in-shelf-styling/) - As Jeff and I have been working through the house, knocking out little projects and giving rooms a refresh, I decided to play around with the accessories a bit. First of all, the shelves needed a good dusting and that's best done properly when everything is removed. Second, I was craving a simpler, cleaner look.
- [how to paint cabinets | prep](https://missmustardseed.com/painting-cabinets-prep/) - I have been sharing some snippets here and there of the process of painting my built-ins and kitchen cabinets on my Instagram Stories and I've been getting tons of questions about the process and products I'm using, so now I'm sharing the details on how to paint cabinets here on the blog. First off, I
- [antique traveling inkwell](https://missmustardseed.com/antique-traveling-inkwell/) - You must permit me to get a little romantic about writing and art supplies now and then. It's hard to resist sharing about the delights of onion skin paper and Georgian brushes delicately made out of quills. I appreciate the combination of form and function that is lost in the modern plastic disposable pen. While
- [the unimpressive, free, one-hour bathroom makeover](https://missmustardseed.com/the-unimpressive-free-one-hour-bathroom-makeover/) - Blogging has been (and I'm sure will continue to be) a weird, wonderful job for me. It has allowed me to roll the things I enjoy into my business and has helped me unearth and develop skills I didn't even know I had. Work for me can be anything from going to an antique store
- [Vintage Pillow Cases & Sofa Update](https://missmustardseed.com/vintage-pillow-cases-sofa-update/) - When I went shopping earlier this week, I found an amazing pair of vintage pillow cases. I've never seen any as long as these. They're probably a good 12-18" longer than the pillow. They were exactly what I've been keeping my eyes opened for. My pillow, which is down, is always popping out of the
- [ironstonegallery](https://missmustardseed.com/ironstone-haul/) - Ladies, I am so giddy with how well things have been going on The Mustard Seed Pages!! If you don't know what that is, check out THIS POST. Hundreds of items have been listed and I know a lot of things have been bought and sold. It seems like it's a success so far. Many
- [stockings, skirts & stone paths](https://missmustardseed.com/stockings-skirts-and-stone-paths/) - Today I started working on my Christmas freelance projects. I know it's April, but this is a pretty normal time of year for me to be working on Christmas stuff, actually. These projects are for Christmas 2014 and are launched in July for "Christmas in July" and will then be promoted again when everyone else
- [Pricing & Pieces to Paint](https://missmustardseed.com/pricing-and-pieces-to-paint/) - My dining room table was filled with pieces to price for Lucketts, mostly ironstone, and the living room was pretty cluttered as well, so I decided to get that taken care of. Before I got to all of the pricing and packing, I had a conference call with my MMSMP retailers in the UK. The
- [recent instagram saves | inspiration](https://missmustardseed.com/recent-instagram-saves-inspiration/) - As I shared in my February 2022 Favorites post earlier this week, a favorite thing has been quieting my Instagram feed and not letting it be such an automatic part of my day. I know so many others can relate to navigating the ever-changing landscape of the online world. How can we be involved in
- [collected & antique curiosities | allouette calandrelle](https://missmustardseed.com/collected-antique-curiosities-allouette-calandrelle/) - Being an artist changes you. I don't mean that in a snooty way or in a way that limits what art is. Art can be painting and drawing, but it's also music, photography, design, decorating, writing, engineering, sewing, stitching, gardening, growing, architecture, building... That one small three-letter word encompasses so many endeavors. And, when you
- [February 2022 favorites](https://missmustardseed.com/february-favorites-2022/) - Can you believe it's March already?! We're creeping towards spring and to the end of another school year. We're approaching spring cleaning, gardening, and beach trips. We're hunkering down for the last breath of winter. A few sunny, warm-ish days have lured me outside on long walks and given me energy for more projects. Sometimes
- [painting a metal gas fireplace surround](https://missmustardseed.com/painting-a-metal-gas-fireplace-surround/) - So, remember the family room makeover? It's still there, but it has dragged on for quite a while! It's a project that moves in fits and starts. I'll make huge progress and then I'll get distracted by other things for a while. That's not a bad way to work on a project, though, especially one
- [French Upholstered Bed Frame Round-up](https://missmustardseed.com/french-upholstered-bed-frame-round-up/) - Any time I share a picture of our bedroom, I am asked about the bed frame. I purchased it from on final clearance, so I got an amazing price on it, but it is no longer available for purchase. So, I thought I would share a French upholstered bed frame round-up for those who are
- [Bavarian Pretzels (Bretzels) Recipe](https://missmustardseed.com/bavarian-pretzels-bretzels-recipe/) - For Christmas, I got a cookbook called . It's an excellent book if you're interested in learning about or improving your bread baking. As I read through it, I was surprised to see a recipe for German/Bavarian soft pretzels (bretzels.) These delicious soft pretzels spilled over the German border into France and were adopted by
- [hearty lentil soup with sausage | recipe](https://missmustardseed.com/hearty-lentil-soup-with-sausage-recipe/) - My mom has been making a variation of this lentil soup for as long as I can remember. If you haven't noticed, I prefer creamy soups. I just enjoy them more than brothy soups and they can still be healthy with just a few adjustments (like cutting just a little bit of cream with milk
- [15 creative exercises to fill your sketchbook](https://missmustardseed.com/15-creative-exercises-to-fill-your-sketchbook/) - Last night, I said it out loud. "I am finally starting to really see myself as an artist." I have put the title on my profiles and have reluctantly used it in introductions, but I didn't really feel it down to my bones. I don't know what shifted or what gave me permission to internally
- [timeless decorating & design inspiration](https://missmustardseed.com/timeless-decorating-design-inspiration/) - While I'm always inspired by magazines, I tend to hold onto them for a while and then drop them off in recycling or pass them along to someone else after a time. Fresh inspiration comes in and there is only so much room for magazines that I'm not likely to revisit as a resource. But,
- [the hand-painted German-style bed](https://missmustardseed.com/guest-bed/) - I never really showed off the finished hand-painted German-style bed for the guest room, so I thought it was high time. To recap, this is the German-style hand-painted bed I used as inspiration. I found it in a magazine about ten years ago and always loved it. I knew the chances of finding a bed
- [build a farmhouse table with a drill](https://missmustardseed.com/build-a-farm-table-with-a-drill/) - The full tutorial and cut list for how to build a DIY farmhouse table with a drill can be found in THIS POST. I write a monthly spread for Cottages and Bungalows magazine called "DIY Essentials." The October 2011 issue features a tutorial on building a basic DIY farm table. If you've never done woodworking
- [studio DIY built-in shelf dimensions & cut list](https://missmustardseed.com/studio-built-in-shelf-dimensions-cut-list/) - Reminder - Always use caution and common sense when using power tools on all DIY projects including this built-in shelf. There are some projects that go beautifully as planned. It's smooth sailing and there aren't any hiccups or bumps. This DIY built-in shelf was not one of those projects! It wasn't a disaster, but it
- [DIY Farmhouse Table Tutorial](https://missmustardseed.com/farm-table-tutorial/) - I received several requests for the tutorial on building a simple DIY farmhouse table (with just a drill) that was published in the October 2011 issue of Cottages & Bungalows. I just got the "thumbs up" to publish the full tutorial on my blog, so here you go! DIY farm house table | materials
- [weekend art studio shuffle | organizing](https://missmustardseed.com/weekend-art-studio-shuffle-organizing/) - A few people have suggested it for the past few months, but I have resisted moving my knitting/embroidery crochet stuff out of the studio. I like to have all of my creative things together and handy! But, my recent book-buying-bender forced the issue. After sitting in the studio for a while, staring at a stack
- [impressionist still life series](https://missmustardseed.com/impressionist-still-life-series/) - After over a decade of creating as a profession, I've learned that I have creative seasons and that suits my generalist approach to business and creativity. I like to dabble, explore, learn, and "have my fingers in a lot of different pies" as my friend Shaunna puts it. And those seasons are shared here on
- [antique travel dip pens & pencils](https://missmustardseed.com/antique-travel-dip-pens-pencils/) - I have loved writing supplies for as long as I can remember. Shopping for school supplies was almost better than Christmas. Almost. (I even still do back-to-school supplies for mom.) I loved picking out just the right pens and pencils and zipper pouches to put them in. One year, we did some of our back-to-school
- [cleaning cart turned garden cart](https://missmustardseed.com/cleaning-cart-turned-garden-cart/) - Remember the cleaning cart turned kitchen cart? I found a pair of industrial cleaning carts on craigslist for a great price, so I decided to purchase both and turn one into a kitchen cart and give the other one a makeover to use as a garden cart. In case you missed the details of the
- [January 2022 Favorites](https://missmustardseed.com/january-2022-favorites/) - Even though I wasn't posting regularly through January, I still kept a list of some of my favorites when I would notice them. I've learned that if I don't write them down, I'll forget all about them! Sharing my favorites each month has encouraged me to pay attention to things I enjoy - what I
- [ensuite bathroom makeover](https://missmustardseed.com/ensuite-bathroom-makeover/) - Do you remember back in the summer of 2020 when we were working on our ensuite bathroom? Well, I shared the plan and some of the process (you can see the process post HERE), but I wanted to share the final reveal in my book, . It was important to me that some spaces and
- [a collection of the best art books (over 300!)](https://missmustardseed.com/a-collection-of-the-best-art-books-almost-300/) - If it isn't completely obvious to you already, I'll just lay it out there plainly... I'm a collector. I don't know if it's genetics or upbringing or just a personality trait, but I have that drive to hunt, find, collect, and curate things of interest. It doesn't matter if I'm taking a walk on the
- [January's Books of the Week & Goals Update](https://missmustardseed.com/januarys-books-of-the-week-goals-update/) - At the tail end of last year, I decided I would share a Book of the Week each week of 2020. I love learning from books and going back to them again and again for inspiration, ideas, wise words, lessons... I view it as continuing education and I make frequent trips to the book store
- [February's Books of the Week](https://missmustardseed.com/february-books-of-the-week/) - I have really enjoyed sharing a book of the week this year, but I've realized it's just given me another excuse to buy more books when I really didn't need another excuse! I already have way more than 52 books to share and recommend! But, it has been fun to look for new books and
- [March's Books of the Week](https://missmustardseed.com/marchs-books-of-the-week/) - Welp, it's April 23 and we're just now getting to March's books of the week. That's just how things have been going lately. I have definitely put too much self-imposed pressure on myself in a variety of areas and it's starting to compound. I know other over-achievers will sympathize. You know you're doing fine, but
- [April's Books of the Week](https://missmustardseed.com/aprils-books-of-the-week/) - I must pat myself on the back for picking some great books in the month of April! I feel like I can say that because I just picked them off of a shelf, read them, enjoyed them, and I'm sharing them with you. The Art of Beatrix Potter I enjoyed this book on a few
- [May's Books of the Week](https://missmustardseed.com/mays-books-of-the-week/) - I suppose I should share May's Books of the Week before we get into July! It's just been that kind of month. We can't keep all of the spinning plates in the air all the time, right? It's been great to dig into projects, though, and it's okay that it's distracted me a little. So,
- [June's Books of the Week](https://missmustardseed.com/junes-books-of-the-week-2/) - It's hard to believe we're over halfway through the year! Time flies when you're stuck at home doing projects! I have really missed my regular outings to Barnes & Noble, but I have been ordering newly released and used books online and have pulled out some of my favorite books to share from my stash.
- [June's Books of the Week](https://missmustardseed.com/junes-books-of-the-week/) - It's hard to believe we're over halfway through the year! Time flies when you're stuck at home doing projects! I have really missed my regular outings to Barnes & Noble, but I have been ordering newly released and used books online and have pulled out some of my favorite books to share from my stash.
- [July 2020 Favorite Books of the Week](https://missmustardseed.com/july-2020-favorite-books-of-the-week/) - Well, here we are in September talking about my favorite books in July! Well, that's just how it goes sometimes. I've been running a little behind lately on things that can be delayed, so I can focus on things that are more pressing or important. August was busy with projects, my parents visiting, and getting
- [August's Books of the Week](https://missmustardseed.com/augusts-books-of-the-week/) - Just so I'm not sharing my August Books of the Week in October or November, I'm getting back on schedule and sharing them in mid-September! It's just been a busy season of life and I know many of you are experiencing the same thing. It's been so much better for me now that all of
- [September's Books of the Week](https://missmustardseed.com/septembers-books-of-the-week/) - Can you believe we're already well into October? This year seems so long yet so short. I must say that I have really enjoyed sharing the books of the week on Instagram and here on the blog. I love pouring over resource books and I have loved sharing some of my new and old favorites
- [October Books of the Week](https://missmustardseed.com/october-books-of-the-week/) - I can't believe we're almost to the end of the year and I will have shared 52 books of the week! I'm going to think about keeping this feature or just switching back to sharing favorites - music, books, shows, clothes, technology, foods, etc. It's kind of nice for me to change things up, so
- [November 2020 Books of the Week](https://missmustardseed.com/november-2020-books-of-the-week/) - I hope you had a wonderful weekend! Ours was full and busy with church stuff - I played and sang in the band this week and worked on the painted murals (I shared about the Storybook Christmas on IG Stories a few weeks ago) and Jeff & the boys spent time at the church painting
- [December Books of the Week](https://missmustardseed.com/december-books-of-the-week/) - Well, it's our last book of the week post for 2020 and I have decided to not continue with sharing a book for each week into 2021. Instead, we'll mix it up a little bit and I'll just share some favorites from a variety of categories, including books. I love my resource library, though, and
- [chocolate chip walnut oatmeal cookies](https://missmustardseed.com/chocolate-chip-walnut-oatmeal-cookies/) - I have felt like baking lately. Anyone else? I've always enjoyed baking, but I tend to shy away from it because...well, I like eating things I bake, too. I have discipline in a lot of areas, but not so much when it comes to eating baked treats. But, while I was on my winter break,
- [oil paintings & studies from my break](https://missmustardseed.com/oil-paintings-studies-from-my-break/) - During my winter break, I really wanted to get back into the habit of oil painting most days if not every day. In the late summer, early fall, I didn't have very much time to paint and I found it difficult to make it a priority. Even when I had the time, I would sit
- [books, antiques, and yarn | stillwater outing](https://missmustardseed.com/books-antiques-and-yarn-stillwater-outing/) - I was hoping to take a few day trips during my break to check out some new antique shops, used book stores, and local craft boutiques, but I just didn't have the kid-free days to do it. Jeff could tell that a day out would really be good for me, so he took on school/kid
- [embroidery workbook](https://missmustardseed.com/embroidery-workbook/) - While getting lost down an internet rabbit hole a few months ago, I found some lovely examples of . For a time, every school girl had an embroidery workbook to learn basic necessary sewing and mending skills. In a time when people just had 2-3 outfits and most items were handmade, these were as essential
- [bits & pieces](https://missmustardseed.com/bits-pieces/) - This is a post that's been sitting in drafts since the beginning of October! Between October and Christmas, I ordered three boxes from my friend Julia of , so I have a bunch of fun English antique finds that I have yet to photograph and share. For some reason, all of the best antique art
- [the new living room jute rug & winter mantel](https://missmustardseed.com/the-new-living-room-jute-rug-winter-mantle/) - Just a few days before Christmas, I received a for the living room. I had the white jute rug for about a year and a half and it was showing wear much faster than other jute rugs I've owned. I wrote an initial review about it HERE where I mentioned that the weave was a
- [Helpful resources for beginner knitting](https://missmustardseed.com/helpful-resources-for-beginner-knitting/) - Our 3-day weekend turned into a 4-day weekend due to a rare snow day here in Minnesota. We get snow, but they know what to do with it and trust people know how to drive in it, so schools aren't often closed. (And the kids have recess outside until is below 10º.) So, I ended
- [winter break recap](https://missmustardseed.com/winter-break-recap/) - I'm back from my winter break and I thought I would kick things off by sharing a recap of what I did while taking time off of posting on the blog and social media as well as my observations about that time and what I gained from it. First of all, when I planned this
- [a winter break](https://missmustardseed.com/a-winter-break/) - Last year, when Shaunna and I were interviewing Jena Holliday for the Creative Exponent podcast, Jena mentioned she took the month of January off. Not off in the sense that she didn't work at all, but off in the sense that she took a break from certain aspects of her work. I remember thinking...wow, you're
- [the Christmas victrola](https://missmustardseed.com/the-christmas-victrola/) - A few of you noticed my early Christmas present in the Holiday Home Tour I shared a couple of weeks ago. If you were with me when I lived back in PA, you may remember that I owned a Victrola. I bought it in a lot of furniture. It was thrown in as a freebie,
- [parker house rolls](https://missmustardseed.com/parker-house-rolls/) - Have you tried the "Parker House Rolls" recipe by Half Baked Harvest? You can find the printable recipe and all of the details HERE. I made them last year for the first time and they were so delicious. My family talked about them as Thanksgiving approached this year. "...and you're making those rolls, right?" "Mom,
- [october - december 2021 favorites](https://missmustardseed.com/october-december-2021-favorites/) - I've had the "October 2021 Favorites" post sitting in my drafts for weeks! I knew time was ticking to get Christmas content out, so I kept pushing this post off in favor of sharing posts about Christmas decorating and crafts. But, I have some great favorites to share, so I thought I would combine all
- [polymer clay ornaments & tags | christmas crafts](https://missmustardseed.com/polymer-clay-ornaments-tags-christmas-crafts/) - Are you ready for another Christmas craft? I have just a couple more to share this week leading up to Christmas. I have been wanting to play with polymer clay for a while and after enjoying the salt dough projects, I decided this was the year I would make polymer clay ornaments. And I definitely
- [take the easiest first step | encouragement](https://missmustardseed.com/take-the-easiest-first-step-encouragement/) - You know that hypothetical exercise you go through every once in a while - What would I rescue from the house if there were a fire, flood, or other natural disasters? Well, yesterday afternoon, we got to put that hypothetical exercise to the test as we were preparing for high winds and likely tornados in
- [guest room in the works...](https://missmustardseed.com/guest-room-works/) - After finishing the hand painted "Bavarian" guest bed last week, I could hardly wait to get it up in the space. Swapping out the beds is a job I needed help with, though, so I had to be a little patient. Well, I did carry up the bed myself and started swapping them out, but
- [casual winter porch | Christmas decorating](https://missmustardseed.com/casual-winter-porch-christmas-decorating/) - I did not marry a man who likes to fuss with Christmas lights. If I want lights, I typically have to do them myself. It's not that Jeff won't help but it's just not his thing at all and I get that. He's never going to suggest it or start untangling and testing lights on
- [2021 holiday home tour | Christmas decorating](https://missmustardseed.com/2021-holiday-home-tour-christmas-decorating/) - While I am still working on crafting and gifting, our home is pretty much done being decorated for Christmas. Due to some freelance projects, I got a very early start this year and I can't say I mind too much. It meant that I didn't feel rushed, but could take my time working through each
- [easy embroidered felt ornaments | christmas crafts](https://missmustardseed.com/easy-embroidered-felt-ornaments-christmas-crafts/) - I have been wanting to make some felt ornaments for a while. In fact, I purchased all of the supplies last Christmas and just never got around to it. But, this Christmas season, I've been feeling extra crafty, so I got out my felt and embroidery thread and made a few easy embroidered felt ornaments.
- [miss mustard seed wrapping paper](https://missmustardseed.com/miss-mustard-seed-wrapping-paper/) - Launching Miss Mustard Seed wrapping paper all started with some lino block cutting during the Thanksgiving break. I created a pattern I really loved and others loved, too, so I decided it was time to stop putting "make patterns for paper and fabric" on my to-do list and actually do it. Not just doodle and
- [mini cheese balls recipe & a holiday grazing board](https://missmustardseed.com/mini-cheese-balls-recipe-holiday-grazing-board/) - Disclosure: This mini cheese balls recipe & holiday grazing board post is sponsored by . As always, all words and opinions shared are honest and my own. As a lover of cheese-and-crakers and grazing foods in general, I am a big fan of the charcuterie board/grazing board trend. Not only are they beautiful and visually
- [swallow bird ornament from a cereal box | christmas crafts](https://missmustardseed.com/swallow-bird-ornament-from-a-cereal-box-christmas-crafts/) - I have another easy Christmas craft for you using a cereal box, school glue & glitter! While I love pretty much all creative endeavors, I've never considered myself a "crafter", but Christmas brings out the crafter in me. It's the perfect time of year to make handmade gifts and decorations. There is also something about
- [gold leaf ornament tutorial | christmas crafts](https://missmustardseed.com/gold-leaf-ornament-tutorial-christmas-crafts/) - After adding the gold star to the top of my dining room Christmas tree, I felt like I needed a few gold ornaments to add some more shine and gold details that would tie in with the topper. Well, that's an easy thing to make! Here is an easy tutorial showing how to apply gold
- [how to create beautiful garlands | christmas decorating](https://missmustardseed.com/creating-beautiful-garlands-christmas-decorating/) - I remember buying my first Christmas garland for my college apartment. It was the kind that was a single strand with thin plastic needles. It was an unnatural shade of green and looked nothing like real evergreens. But, I wrapped it with lights and hung it up around my apartment, proud of my efforts. After
- [mini advent stockings | Christmas decorating](https://missmustardseed.com/mini-advent-stockings-christmas-decorating/) - Several years ago, I purchased runners, pillow covers, and other handmade linens from Ann of On Sutton Place to sell in my retail spaces. I had learned that despite my most determined DIY efforts, I couldn't make everything I sold. I just couldn't keep up and I needed to find things I could hire out and
- [lino printed wrapping paper project | christmas crafts](https://missmustardseed.com/lino-printed-wrapping-paper-project-christmas-crafts/) - Over the Thanksgiving break, I worked on cutting out a lino block for printing wrapping paper and cards. The project turned out even better than I expected and, as I shared peeks of the process on Instagram, many people asked if I would share a tutorial. So, this post is it! Here is a lino
- [customizing a vintage ceramic christmas tree](https://missmustardseed.com/customizing-a-vintage-ceramic-christmas-tree/) - You know when you've owned something for so long that you're just sort of seeing past it? You no longer see the potential in it, but just what it is and what it's always been. Such was the case with this vintage ceramic Christmas tree. We've had one in our house for as long as
- [the ring mold advent wreath is back | christmas decorating](https://missmustardseed.com/the-ring-mold-advent-wreath-is-back-christmas-decorating/) - Back in 2014, I had the idea to make an advent wreath out of an antique ironstone ring mold I found at an antique store. It was one of my favorite unconventional Christmas decorating ideas and is still one of my favorites to this day. You can find the original post about the ring mold
- [the present | ironstone cake stand](https://missmustardseed.com/present/) - You probably know that I have a thing for white ironstone. I've been collecting it for years and have a wide variety of pieces from brush boxes to sugar jars, tureens, and pitchers to punch bowls and platters, casseroles, mugs, compotes, and a huge slop jar. A piece I've always wanted was an ironstone
- [building an ironstone collection](https://missmustardseed.com/building-an-ironstone-collection/) - I read an article on ironstone in a decorating magazine (I think Country Home) about 20 years ago and have been smitten with it ever since. I can't tell you exactly what draws me to it... maybe it's the simplicity of it, the creamy-white color, the variety of shapes and designs, the luster of the
- [how to make a 3d cardboard & glitter star | christmas crafts](https://missmustardseed.com/how-to-make-a-3d-cardboard-glitter-star-christmas-crafts/) - I remember seeing one of these 3d stars made years ago by Wendy Addison and I've always wanted to make one! This year was finally the year that I cut up a cardboard cereal box, folded the 3d star, and finished it off with some German glass glitter. Here is how to make this 3d
- [small business saturday | small shops & big sales](https://missmustardseed.com/small-business-saturday-small-shops-big-sales/) - I've never been a big Black Friday shopper. I went out to do some Black Friday shopping one year just to experience it and I waited in a line that wrapped around the store to buy a Playdough set. When I got to the checkout, the woman ringing it up asked me, "Is this it?"
- [favorite family holiday recipes](https://missmustardseed.com/favorite-family-holiday-recipes/) - We are in the thick of yummy food season, so I thought I would share a round-up of some of our family's favorite holiday recipes. There are still a few more that I need to add to the blog like Linda's sweet potato casserole, our Christmas cheese grits, and Rosa's cheese spread. It's always such
- [nuts & bolts](https://missmustardseed.com/nuts-bolts/) - I was putting together my list for Christmas brunch (flank steak, cheese for the cheese grits, fruit and gelatin for Rosa's Fruit Salad, etc.) and I realized that I hadn't even thought about making nuts and bolts this year! It's one of my favorite Christmas-time snacks and the season almost passed without me making a
- [hydrangea & homemade christmas tree | decorating ideas](https://missmustardseed.com/hydrangea-homemade-christmas-tree-decorating-ideas/) - I got my Christmas tree decorated over the weekend! It has been hanging out with just lights, a star, and a skirt while I thought about how I wanted to decorate it this year. I don't do things dramatically different from year to year, but my main tree slowly evolves. A few new ornaments and
- [antique trapper basket | christmas decorating](https://missmustardseed.com/antique-trapper-basket-christmas-decorating/) - For one of my freelance articles this year, I needed to share an alternative to decorating a front door with a wreath. I immediately pictured some kind of a basket. Maybe bike basket, market basket, wall pocket, a woven backpack, but what I was really hoping to find was an antique trapper basket. I knew
- [Painted Guest Room Bed |](https://missmustardseed.com/painted-guest-room-bed/) - The weather has been amazing over the weekend! Just a couple of sunny days in the 40's and 50's and I'm ready to throw open the windows and go out for a hike. There's still a lot of snow on the ground, though, so I had to settle for a walk instead of a hike.
- [Family Room "Foyer"](https://missmustardseed.com/family-room-foyer/) - Now that we're getting the trim done in the family room, I feel motivated to finish off the room a bit more. We've had blank walls and temporary pieces of furniture in there for a while. As soon as the paint was dry, I moved a cane chair against the wall and a flat willow
- [My first Mustard Seed Pages purchase](https://missmustardseed.com/first-mustard-seed-pages-purchase/) - When I first launched the Mustard Seed Pages, I joked that all ironstone listings need to go through me first. I have restrained myself from snatching up every nice piece I saw at a good price, but I couldn't resist this one. Fluted compotes like these are listed for as high as $90-200 elsewhere online,
- [Antiquing & Waxing Video Tutorial](https://missmustardseed.com/14571-2/) - I had a chance to finish the footboard and rails of the "Bavarian" style bed I've been working on for our guest bedroom. You can check out part 1 and part 2 to see how the bed got to this stage. I'm excited to get it set up in the guest room and take some
- [Saying Good-bye to the Frog Tape Blog Squad](https://missmustardseed.com/saying-good-bye-to-the-frog-tape-blog-squad/) - There's a special place in my heart for Frog Tape and the people I've worked with there. When I was just an itty-bitty-brand-new-fresh-faced-blogger, I wrote this post about using Frog Tape for a project. I hated painter's tape and stopped using it entirely. I could do a better job cutting in by hand than dealing
- [finger knitting tutorial | christmas crafts](https://missmustardseed.com/finger-knitting-tutorial-christmas-crafts/) - Last December, I hopped onto Instagram Stories and made a quick finger knitting tutorial for those who were asking how I made the little wreath present toppers. The quick tutorial went over so well that I decided I should make a proper video tutorial for my YouTube channel and to share here on my blog.
- [simple pillow tutorial (with piping)](https://missmustardseed.com/29570-2/) - I've shared a few pillow tutorials on my blog over the years, but it's been a while, so I decided to take some pictures as I was making a couple of pillows today and share a tutorial for how to sew a simple pillow with a piping edge. There is a video tutorial towards the
- [how to dry annabelle hydrangeas](https://missmustardseed.com/how-to-dry-annabelle-hydrangeas/) - I have been patiently waiting until my Annabelle hydrangeas were just right, so I could cut off the blooms and dry them. I did this last year and I have been so pleased with how long the dried flowers have lasted! I cut them almost a year ago and they still make a nice bouquet.
- [Blue & White Christmas Living Room 2020](https://missmustardseed.com/blue-white-christmas-living-room-2020/) - The living room is definitely my favorite room to decorating for Christmas. I love having a mantel for the stockings and a perfect place to put the tree, so we can all enjoy it. And I love how everything feels festive and seasonal while still working with my color scheme. Here's a little tour of
- [my favorite home projects of 2020](https://missmustardseed.com/my-favorite-home-projects-of-2020/) - We were home a lot last year. I'm a homebody, so it suited me to some extent even though it wasn't under ideal circumstances. As many of you did, we made the best of it and used the time to get some projects done around the house that have been hanging out on the to-do
- [feels like home | preorder bonus one | original art download](https://missmustardseed.com/feels-like-home-preorder-bonus-one-original-art-download/) - Now that the release of has been postponed (manufacturing & shipping delays are affecting so many industries including publishing), we are just over 10 weeks away from the launch date! To make that time go a little faster (for me and for those who are anxiously awaiting its arrival), I have a fun countdown schedule
- ["green bay local no. 485"](https://missmustardseed.com/green-bay-local-no-485/) - Well, this is the last of my Gold Rush Days finds from 2021, but I saved a good one for last! I wasn't even sure if I wanted to go to an antique market that particular day. I am almost always in the mood to shop for antiques, but it was a hot and sticky
- [family room makeover | painted fireplace surround](https://missmustardseed.com/family-room-makeover-painted-fireplace-surround/) - I finally made some more progress on the basement family room makeover in the latter part of last week. Jeff helped me hang the deer head and I finished painting the fireplace surround and mantel. It didn't look bad before, but it just didn't look like "me." The shiny black granite tile specifically felt a
- [how to dry & decorating with orange slices](https://missmustardseed.com/how-to-dry-decorate-with-orange-slices/) - This holiday season, I am in the mood to do some crafting...even more than usual. Last year, I had a lot of plans, but most of them went undone. It was a busy year and I just had to continue to let things fall off of my to-do list. But, this year, I'm excited about
- [Tale of Two Mantels](https://missmustardseed.com/tale-of-two-mantles/) - Well, one of my "mantels" is actually a piano, but I decorate it like a mantel, so we'll go with it. This first mantel...okay...piano, is in my living room. This vignette is simple, neutral and all about my taste in decorating. The Hess trucks, laughing Santa and such are banned to the family room. A
- [decorating a mantel for fall in the living room](https://missmustardseed.com/decorating-for-fall-in-the-living-room/) - Disclosure: This post on decorating a mantel for fall is sponsored by Walmart. As always, all words and opinions expressed are honest and my own. I have resigned to the fact that decorating for fall isn't going to be a priority this year. Each year, I think I'll just put out a couple of pumpkins
- [classic christmas mantel | decorating ideas](https://missmustardseed.com/classic-christmas-mantle/) - I don't typically have plans for exactly how I'll decorate when the holiday season rolls around. I just start working with my things and see what inspires me and what Ideas spring up. I find that I end up in more interesting decorating territory if I let it all happen organically. And, that's exactly what
- [Walmart Gift Ideas & More](https://missmustardseed.com/walmart-gift-ideas-more/) - Disclosure: This post of holiday gift ideas is sponsored by . As always, all opinions and words are honest and my own. I've partnered with Walmart several times in the past around the holidays. Last year I shared some creative gift wrapping ideas... ...and some simple DIY Christmas ornaments and crafts... In this post, I'm
- [making color wheels with homemade watercolor paints](https://missmustardseed.com/making-color-wheels-with-homemade-watercolor-paints/) - Before I dive headlong into holiday content, I wanted to share the last installment of my series on making handmade watercolors. To me, experimenting with the paints and exploring the color palette is one of my favorite parts of playing with paints. Whenever I feel stuck, I just start making color wheels and charts and
- [setting a proper table & creating a thanksgiving centerpiece | HGTV articles](https://missmustardseed.com/setting-a-proper-table-creating-a-thanksgiving-centerpiece-hgtv-articles/) - Those who have been reading my blog for a while are familiar with me mentioning writing articles for HGTV. I have been writing for them now for almost 10 years and have written over 200 articles and tutorials. It's an amazing part of my job that came out of simply sharing my work online. An
- [creating like a bowerbird](https://missmustardseed.com/creating-like-a-bowerbird/) - Last year, I was introduced to the bowerbird through Sibella Court's book . It's a gorgeous book about creating beautiful interiors with collected items. As someone who loves collecting, hunting, pecking, and curating, that book was right up my alley. But, I recently did more research on the bowerbird and realized I have more in
- [Maple Sugar House Cookies & Finding Home Farms](https://missmustardseed.com/maple-sugar-house-cookies-finding-home-farms/) - Disclosure: This post is sponsored by . I've known Laura of Finding Home Farms for years and I'm so pleased to officially partner with her family's business. As always, all words and opinions expressed are honest and my own. There is a coupon code at the bottom of this post to help you save on
- [making handmade watercolors](https://missmustardseed.com/making-handmade-watercolors/) - You can find the first part of this series about making handmade watercolors HERE. That post shares about the pigments I purchased. In the second post, I shared the handmade watercolor binder recipe I'm testing out. You can find that post (along with a printable recipe and video HERE.) I received so many comments and
- [Mineral Artist's Pigment Set from Choosing Keeping](https://missmustardseed.com/mineral-artists-pigment-set-from-choosing-keeping/) - As I shared when Feels Like Home launched, I'm not likely to throw a big party. I just want to have a good dinner at home with my family and throw a bit of confetti in my studio. But, I also like to celebrate special occasions with gifts! So, I got a few "book presents"
- [Handmade Watercolor Binder Recipe & Video](https://missmustardseed.com/handmade-watercolor-binder-recipe-and-video/) - I've lately felt like I needed new creative pursuits. It's not that I don't have enough, but I've felt the need to try new things, to be a beginner, and to create something without any expectation on the outcome. I've just needed creative process. Maybe it's because of weariness from the pandemic or weariness from
- [Casual Blue & White Holiday Table](https://missmustardseed.com/casual-blue-and-white-holiday-table/) - Disclosure: This casual blue & white holiday table post is sponsored by As always, all opinions and words are my own. I have some more fun goodies sold exclusively at to share with you today! Of course, I'm inspired by classic blue and white color palette. They are definitely speaking my language. As I
- [pre-lit christmas tree review](https://missmustardseed.com/pre-lit-christmas-tree-review/) - I just set up my pre-lit Christmas tree for the fifth Christmas and I figured I would share a review of my specific pre-lit Christmas tree as well as my thoughts about buying a pre-lit Christmas tree in the future. This post isn't sponsored, but the Christmas tree was originally a part of a sponsored
- [collecting & pressing leaves & flowers](https://missmustardseed.com/collecting-pressing-leaves-flowers/) - Over the past few days, I have become acutely aware of autumn's waning beauty and how it will all soon be covered in snow. We've had some unusually warm weather in our neck of the woods, so I've done a bit of foraging on my walks. I don't always know what I'll do with the
- [cute swimsuits for all shapes](https://missmustardseed.com/cute-swimsuits-for-all-shapes/) - We're going to something a little different today and dive into the incredibly uncomfortable world of swimsuit shopping! I promise, though, I have found the absolute best swimsuits and, if you've never tried on a , you're going to thank me for this post. I also want to say up front that this post is
- [isle of palms | part one | the house & the beach](https://missmustardseed.com/isle-of-palms-part-one-house-beach/) - This trip was supposed to happen last year in celebration of my parent's wedding anniversary. I remember in February of 2020, when I spent a few days with Shaunna at her parent's condo in Florida, thinking how much I was looking forward to a week at the beach that summer. I wouldn't call myself a
- [back-to-school supplies for mom](https://missmustardseed.com/back-to-school-supplies-for-mom/) - Back-to-school is such an exciting time. We make sure the pants are not high-waters, everyone gets a new pair of shoes, and we get to go shopping for pens, pencils, notebooks, and hand sanitizer. But, we also need to take a minute to acknowledge that it's such a hard time for moms. The house is
- [summer activity | fun with food](https://missmustardseed.com/summer-activity-fun-with-food/) - Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Blue Apron. As always, all words and opinions expressed are honest and my own. (Oh,, and the first 50 readers to sign up will get $50 off their first two weeks Blue Apron, so you might want to stick around.) Our vacations are behind us and now the bulk of
- [summer bed & fluffy towels](https://missmustardseed.com/summer-bed-fluffy-towels/) - Disclosure: This post is sponsored by . As always, all opinions expressed are honest and my own. We had a late spring here in Minnesota, but summer is definitely here now. It was officially signaled by the fact that we finally kicked off our down comforter in the middle of the night. I am always
- [Summer 2018 Favorites](https://missmustardseed.com/summer-2018-favorites/) - This week is back to school week and that means I can have my work day back! Don't get me wrong. I have enjoyed the lazy mornings, trips to visit family, movie matinees with the boys, the warmer weather for gardening and house projects, and watching the boys enjoy the freedom of summer. We had
- [summer project list](https://missmustardseed.com/summer-project-list/) - Before I hop into today's post, I wanted to let you know that it's the last day to join Mustard Seed Mentoring. So, if you've been pondering it, now is the day to decide! I can tell you that, so far, we have an amazing group of creative entrepreneurs already signed up. There are members
- [green & white summer tablescape](https://missmustardseed.com/green-white-summer-tablescape/) - Disclosure: This post is sponsored by . All opinions and ideas expressed in this post are, as always, honest and my own. Last week, I shared a tutorial for some mini landscape "place cards" and here is the tablescape that goes along with them! I was challenged by to show vintage style using some of
- [favorite things | ironstone molds](https://missmustardseed.com/favorite-things-ironstone-molds/) - When I shared the ironstone mold I purchased at the flea market over Mother's Day weekend, I received a few questions about ironstone molds, so I thought I would share more about them. My collection started a few years ago with, of course, my love for anything ironstone. That love even led me into buying
- [antique haul for the Lucketts Spring Market](https://missmustardseed.com/28267-2/) - One thing that I love about what I do and being "the boss" is that I can (most of the time) chose to do the kind of work that suits my mood on any particular day. Last Friday, I was in a get-out-of-the-studio mood, so I decided to do some more shopping for the upcoming Lucketts
- [spring cleaning](https://missmustardseed.com/spring-cleaning/) - It's that time of year! Well...almost. Our February has been so warm and mild that it has felt like spring. We've even thrown the windows wide open a few days and I've gotten the itch to start some cleaning, home maintenance, and organization...all of which, I suppose, can be classified as spring cleaning. I have started
- [make-do spring decor](https://missmustardseed.com/make-do-spring-decor/) - As the seasons begin to change, you'll typically find me perusing a few of my favorite stores, looking for new pieces to mix in with my everyday items or ideas to get my creative wheels turning. Other than Christmas, I'm not big on seasonal decorating. It can get expensive and, if not checked, you can
- [April's Theme - Deep Spring Cleaning](https://missmustardseed.com/aprils-theme-deep-spring-cleaning/) - February sort of flowed into March, so I didn't set a theme for that month. This whole theme thing is going to be pretty loose, anyway, but I loved how we were working on projects together throughout February - my posts encouraging you and your comments encouraging me. It felt like more of a conversation
- [a vintage watering can & the little things](https://missmustardseed.com/a-vintage-watering-can-the-little-things/) - A while ago, I realized I needed a watering can, so I picked up a blue (of course blue) plastic watering can. Of course, it worked just fine. It waters plants just as it should. But I realized that I find joys in the little details of my home. I didn't just want to use
- [how to make a chair cushion | deck chair makeover](https://missmustardseed.com/how-to-make-a-chair-cushion-deck-chair-makeover/) - I've been working on my deck off and on throughout the spring and summer and it's finally starting to come together. I know I'm not going to break any makeover speed records with this project, but that's life, right? Spaces take time to come together. So, there is still more to do, but last week
- [the antique, hodgepodge potting bench](https://missmustardseed.com/the-antique-hodgepodge-potting-bench/) - Don't you love it when projects come together perfectly? Such is the case with this hodgepodge of a potting bench. We just finished it today and it looks even better than I imagined. It's especially exciting, because we already had the workbench in the basement (it was free with the house) and I bought the chicken
- [gardening season two begins...](https://missmustardseed.com/29078-2/) - Just an FYI that the first Lucketts Leftover online sale will start tomorrow (Thursday, June 2, at 9:00 pm EST.) You can click over to my online shop HERE. Our house has a ways to go before it looks really charming from the curb. It has a 1940's sweetness about it and the landscaping is
- [a harvest of lavender](https://missmustardseed.com/29547-2/) - A few years ago, I planted some lavender on either side of the steps leading to the front door of our house. It was sort of a whim, but I love how it's grown over the years and the scent and color it adds to the entrance. I'm a homebody, anyway, so I love walking
- [training rosemary topiaries & other garden things](https://missmustardseed.com/training-rosemary-topiaries-other-garden-things/) - We almost broke into the 60's in Minnesota last weekend, so I had gardening on the brain. We're still waiting for all of the snow to melt and the ground to thaw, but the warmth and sunshine gave me the itch to get my hands dirty. It's going to be a while before I can
- [peonies](https://missmustardseed.com/peonies/) - Well, we're finally home for the summer. We got all of our trips done back to back and I won't have to pack a suitcase again until I go to France and Italy in the fall. It's so good to be home, although I loved visiting family and then unplugging (quite literally) with our church's
- [plan for the front garden](https://missmustardseed.com/plan-for-the-front-garden/) - If you missed my garden post last week, you might want to take a minute to check it out. The comment section is full of great advice, tips, and suggestions that are especially applicable and helpful if you live in zone 4. Also, this post is a continuation of that one, so it might be
- [front garden reveal](https://missmustardseed.com/front-garden-reveal/) - Other than letting everything grow, the front garden is all finished! Well, for now. I am still a novice gardener, but one thing I have learned is that gardens are dynamic and they are never done. All of the plants are in the ground, though, and I love how much curb appeal it's added to
- [cherry picking](https://missmustardseed.com/cherry-picking/) - I hope you had a lovely fourth of July! We invited some friends over from our church and then watched fireworks from a vantage point near our house. It was low key, but everything July 4th should be...burgers, corn on the cob, macaroni salad, sparklers, and friends. Other than that, I've been doing some projects
- [mid-summer garden update](https://missmustardseed.com/mid-summer-garden-update/) - It's been a few weeks since our front garden overhaul, so I thought I would give an update! First of all, everything has been a success so far. Everything is growing well and I'm enjoying checking on all of my flowers and bushes in the evenings to water, deadhead the petunias, pull weeds (although there
- [a little "spring cleaning" for my indoor plants](https://missmustardseed.com/a-little-spring-cleaning-for-my-indoor-plants/) - Just a quick bit of business first... We were having some technical glitches with the Personal Retreat Guide for Creatives yesterday, but it's working now. If you were having that trouble, you can click HERE, enter your e-mail, click subscribe, and then you'll get an e-mail to download the guide. Sorry about that! I noticed
- [lavender topiary & customized planter](https://missmustardseed.com/lavender-topiary-customized-planter/) - The lavender topiaries, the ones I anticipated with eagerness each spring in PA, the ones I would stockpile in the back of my van, so I could sell them at Lucketts, have finally made it to Minnesota! Well, maybe they were here before now, but now is when I finally found them! The only difference
- [spring garden update 2019](https://missmustardseed.com/spring-garden-update-2019/) - Now that the kids are on summer vacation, spring is in full swing here in MN! Seriously, that's how long it takes!! The garden is finally more than just a few sprouts. It still has a ways to go, but I thought I would share how it's coming along. The house finches vacated their nest
- [july 2019 garden update](https://missmustardseed.com/july-2019-garden-update/) - Well, things in the garden are finally blooming and looking much better after a harsh winter and a late spring. A couple of weeks ago, I wasn't sure that this garden was ever going to fully wake up, but the cycle of the season is carefully built into each plant and they know what to
- [tending to the back & side gardens](https://missmustardseed.com/tending-to-the-back-and-side-gardens/) - Let's talk about something I've been largely avoiding since we moved into our house almost three years ago... the yard. We did do a massive amount of work on the front gardens a couple of years ago, because I didn't enjoy being greeted by a weedy mess each time I came home. The youth group
- [family work day](https://missmustardseed.com/family-work-day/) - As I shared a couple of weeks ago, this is the year we get our yard looking more presentable. Not only were the beds overrun with weeds and filled with plants I had no affection for, but things were just looking messy and untidy. The black plastic borders were popping up, grass was creeping into
- [Edging & Painting the Concrete Patio](https://missmustardseed.com/edging-painting-the-concrete-patio/) - Last Thursday, the weather was lovely. It was sunny, wasn't too hot, and there was a light breeze. It was the perfect day to get the patio under our deck painted. Oh, this patio was so sad and neglected. It felt so good to finally give it some attention! Before we could paint, we had
- [Patio Makeover Reveal](https://missmustardseed.com/patio-makeover-reveal/) - Disclosure: This patio makeover post is sponsored by . As always, all opinions and words are honest and my own. Welcome to a typical suburban patio makeover! These are scattered all over suburbia...the concrete pad just off the walk-out basement sliding door, shaded by the deck. It's the builder-grade default. We've seen our neighbors do
- [favorite recent online garden purchases (and savings)](https://missmustardseed.com/favorite-recent-online-garden-purchases-and-savings/) - Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Wikibuy. All opinions expressed in this post are honest and my own. I shared about Wikibuy a few weeks ago and have continued to use it while shopping online (which I'm doing a lot more these days!) I say "use it", but I really don't have to do anything.
- [the work of gardening gnomes & painting peonies](https://missmustardseed.com/the-work-of-gnomes-doing-battle-with-peonies-2/) - My typical gardening routine each year is to start enthusiastically and then fizzle out as the weather gets hot and beds are overwhelmed with weeds. A part of that is I was battling beds filled with rocks, deteriorating weed-blocking fabric, and plants I didn't like. There wasn't a lot of incentive to care for it
- [front porch refresh with walmart](https://missmustardseed.com/front-porch-refresh-with-walmart/) - Disclosure: This porch refresh is sponsored by . As always, all words and opinions are honest and my own. Do you remember all of the work we did in our yard and our back patio last year? We got porch paint, patio furniture, a power washer, and even plants and mulch from their to spruce
- [front garden | summer of 2021](https://missmustardseed.com/front-garden-summer-of-2021/) - I know that many of you have summer gardens that are in their prime by this date on the calendar, but here in Rochester, Minnesota, I'm still planting! I admit to getting off to a bit of a late start this year, but I have learned that it's okay to be a little late when
- [Fashioning a Nest](https://missmustardseed.com/fashioning-a-nest/) - Nests are all the rage right now. They are so symbolic of new life, protecting your family, and creating a comfortable environment. Until now, I never really thought about the aspect that a nest is made entirely by the occupants and entirely out of found materials. I've found nests before with gum wrappers tucked in.
- [cross-stitching on linen](https://missmustardseed.com/cross-stitching-on-linen/) - I have fallen in love with an old-school craft...cross-stitching. I know it has a reputation for being dated, but that has a lot more to do with the patterns and the cross-stitch kits available than it does the craft itself. So, this renewed interest in needlework came about when I noticed that my favorite antique
- [cross-stitch patterns | B & I](https://missmustardseed.com/29631-2/) - Before I get to the cross-stitch patterns, I wanted to share that I actually scheduled some milk paint workshops at the studio! I get asked about it a lot, so I finally pinned myself down and put some on the calendar. Friday, July 15, 2016, is a Milk Paint 101 Workshop from 10:00 am - 12:30
- [mini landscape "place cards" & a giveaway](https://missmustardseed.com/mini-landscape-place-cards-a-giveaway/) - While the boys were at the climbing lessons, I mingled around the nearby , looking for inspiration and pieces to use in an upcoming post about a summer table setting. I found beautiful as a great launching point, but I wanted to add a whimsical element to the table beyond fruit, flowers, and a pretty
- [Crochet Potholders Tutorial for Beginners](https://missmustardseed.com/crochet-potholder-tutorial-for-beginners/) - I have another crochet project for you this week crochet potholders for beginners! A couple of weeks ago, my mom requested that I figure out how to make a pair of potholders similar to the ones my great-grandmother made her over 50 years ago. I didn't even have to ask which potholders she was referring
- [eating well made easy | chicken avocado burgers](https://missmustardseed.com/eating-well-made-easy-chicken-avocado-burgers/) - I shared on my Facebook page a couple of weeks ago that dinner is usually one of the first things to "go" when I'm busy. I actually like cooking, but planning is my downfall. I like to be "in the mood" for what I make and eat, so I don't like to plan out a menu. This becomes
- [10 minute ideas | cherry chocolate ice cream](https://missmustardseed.com/10-minute-ideas-cherry-chocolate-ice-cream/) - It's time for another 10 minute idea! My previous 10 minute ideas were teacup topiaries and making an "antique" bread board. This month, the challenge was to share a 10 minute no-bake dessert. I immediately knew what I was going to share, because it's my very favorite summer treat... ...homemade cherry chocolate ice cream. I
- [Basil Pecorino Corn Recipe](https://missmustardseed.com/basil-pecorino-corn-recipe/) - I shared this picture of one of our Plated dinners a couple of weeks ago on Instagram and a few people asked for more details on the corn side dish. This Basil Pecorino Corn was so delicious and easy, that I decided to make it again with the summer's last corn and share the recipe.
- [Pumpkin Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies](https://missmustardseed.com/pumpkin-oatmeal-chocolate-chip-cookies/) - A fall dessert using a fall favorite comes to life in this cookie. I don't often think about cooking with pumpkin, but there is a lot of goodness pumpkins can bring to the culinary table! I was in the mood for something chocolatey and cookies are always a winner at my house, so I made
- [apple tart recipe review](https://missmustardseed.com/apple-tart-recipe-review/) - My mom and I leave for Paris on Saturday and I have been a bit of a crazy person the past few days. I'm pretty set when it comes to packing my suitcase, but it's the backpack/purse I'm going to be carrying with me daily that has been causing all of the angst and I
- [apple tart recipe review - fall desserts](https://missmustardseed.com/apple-tart-recipe-review-2/) - My mom and I leave for Paris on Saturday and I have been a bit of a crazy person the past few days. I'm pretty set when it comes to packing my suitcase, but it's the backpack/purse I'm going to be carrying with me daily that has been causing all of the angst and I
- [No-Fail Apple Pie Recipe](https://missmustardseed.com/no-fail-apple-pie-recipe/) - I attempted to make apple pie many times and it never turned out quite right. The dough was tough or the filling was runny or there was a big pocket of air under the top crust or the apples weren't fully cooked, but the crust was burnt on the edges. I finally threw in the
- [creamy potato soup | simple weeknight meal](https://missmustardseed.com/creamy-weeknight-potato-soup-2/) - Both Jeff and I are big soup fans. I discovered my love of soups when our family went on winter retreats to Beatenberg, Switzerland and they would serve the most delicious pureed soups with dinner every night. (This sounds fancy, but I grew up in Germany when my dad was stationed there in the military.)
- [easy chicken & dumplings recipe](https://missmustardseed.com/easy-chicken-and-dumplings-recipe/) - Today was another snow day for the boys and they've already canceled school through Wednesday due to the cold. (The high on Wednesday will be -20 degrees F!) So, it'll be a bit of a tough work week for me! I need an empty house to really focus and reach my maximum level of productivity.
- [easy chicken and dumplings recipe](https://missmustardseed.com/easy-chicken-and-dumplings-recipe-2/) - Today was another snow day for the boys and they've already canceled school through Wednesday due to the cold. (The high on Wednesday will be -20 degrees F!) So, it'll be a bit of a tough work week for me! I need an empty house to really focus and reach my maximum level of productivity.
- [simple summer dinner](https://missmustardseed.com/simple-summer-dinner/) - More and more, I don't mind cooking dinner, but I hate having to use creative energy to figure out what I'm going to make for dinner. I do like meal services for that reason and we do those occasionally, but I'm on my own most of the time. That means that I keep things pretty
- [how I make grab & go salad jars](https://missmustardseed.com/how-i-make-grab-go-salad-jars/) - I've learned that when it comes to healthy eating, I need to make it easy. If I have healthy food on hand that's visible, fresh, quick, and tasty, I will make better choices. Well, editing the fridge and pantry helps, too, so I don't have a stash of something that's going to derail my efforts.
- [German Cucumber Salad Recipe](https://missmustardseed.com/german-cucumber-salad-recipe/) - One thing I grew to love during my childhood spent in Germany was German food! Oh, my mouth waters just thinking about it the warm pretzels with fresh butter, spaetzle with brown gravy, potato pancakes topped with fine applesauce, and crispy schnitzel. I also loved German cucumber salad. Several years ago, I received this recipe
- [quick turkey avocado burgers](https://missmustardseed.com/turkey-avocado-burgers-2/) - Back in January, I started taking pictures of what I was eating through the day...mostly breakfast, lunch, and some snacks, and sharing it on my Instagram Stories. I didn't plan to continue doing it, but I've received so many comments from people who have found it inspiring and encouraging, so I've kept sharing. As a
- [easy creamy potato & ham soup jars](https://missmustardseed.com/creamy-potato-ham-soup-jars-2/) - We are just in one of those seasons of life when things are really busy. I'm sure so many of you can relate. You get a few months in a row when evenings and weekends are generally quiet and then you hit a stretch when there is something happening every single day. Jeff has a
- [soup recipe round-up](https://missmustardseed.com/soup-recipe-round-up/) - If you follow my Instagram stories, you know that I make soup almost every weekend. We usually have it for an easy dinner on Sunday and then I'll put the leftovers in jars to eat for lunches and quick dinners through the week. Since we're heading into soup season, I thought I would do a
- [potato corn soup with dill](https://missmustardseed.com/potato-corn-soup-with-dill/) - I am an unashamed soup lover. I don't know why anyone would be ashamed of that, but I definitely am not. I think my love of soup started when we went to a family conference in Switzerland and they served the most wonderful pureed soups. I had no idea what was in them, but I
- [creamy chicken & wild rice soup recipe](https://missmustardseed.com/creamy-chicken-wild-rice-soup-recipe/) - Soups are definitely my specialty! I love that I can make a whole bunch at one time that will last for quick & tasty lunches and dinners throughout the week. I love they are healthy & hearty, even when you add a little bit of cream. Soups are just a win all-around for me. One
- ["Joy"  Banner Tutorial](https://missmustardseed.com/joy-banner-tutorial/) - Here's my tutorial on how to make this cute and easy "Joy" banner for the holidays. It was the kind of project I made up as I went along and I really like how it turned out. (Don't you love it when that happens?) 1.) First, you need some chipboard letters to spell out whatever
- [Decking the Halls](https://missmustardseed.com/decking-the-halls/) - Most years my Christmas decor goes up in an afternoon, but this year (with two toddlers, travel, a business, and did I mention I'm directing, acting, and singing in our church Christmas play...?) it's taking me a while to get it all out. And it's not done, yet! I just wanted to share some of
- [Decorating a Tree Without "Ornaments"](https://missmustardseed.com/decorating-a-tree-without-ornaments/) - When I pulled my Christmas decor out of storage a couple of weeks ago, I found this sad looking table top tree. I purchased it a few years ago on sale at Tuesday morning to use in our 1000 square foot condo that was too small for a full size tree. I wanted to decorate
- [Grain Sack Pumpkins?  Oh yeah.](https://missmustardseed.com/grain-sack-pumpkins-oh-yeah/) - Today, I have the privilege of being a guest on one of my favorite blogs, Dreamy Whites. (I've been guesting a lot lately, haven't I?) Anyway, Maria is one of the sweetest people you'll ever "meet" and she has an impeccable style sense and knows how to wield a camera. If you have not been
- [Preserving Fall's Bounty](https://missmustardseed.com/preserving-falls-bounty/) - My seasonal decorating is all out of order. I have been working on Christmas stuff since September and now I'm working on my fall decor for next year! HGTV.com has me writing several holiday decor tutorials for them and I need to work on the ones that require fresh pumpkins and the great outdoors before the
- [Happy Thanksgiving!](https://missmustardseed.com/happy-thanksgiving/) - May your table be beautiful, your turkey be tasty and your family be nice to each other......and may you be thankful even if they're not.Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours.
- [HGTV.com Halloween Tutorials & Matthew Mead](https://missmustardseed.com/hgtv-com-halloween-tutorials-matthew-mead/) - I know it's only August, but Hobby Lobby is already gearing up for Christmas, so I can share my HGTV.com Halloween tutorials, right? I actually worked on all of these last November. Wow, how time flies. Here they are...Chalkboard Treat BucketWitches Broom Place Card HoldersBurlap Halloween Table RunnerFoam Halloween TombstonesVintage Inspired Halloween BannerHalloween Applique PillowPumpkin
- [pumpkins](https://missmustardseed.com/pumpkins/) - ...because sometimes it's fun to just take some pictures.
- [2011 Ornaments](https://missmustardseed.com/2011-ornaments/) - Mini Mustard Seed and I have been working hard to get lots of ornaments made for the Lucketts Holiday Open House (Nov. 4, 5 and 6.) I've lost count of how many we have made, but it's certainly in the hundreds. That's going to continue this week, but I'm also going to have to do some
- [fall & thanksgiving inspiration](https://missmustardseed.com/fall-thanksgiving-inspiration/) - The new issue of Cottages and Bungalows has hit newsstands, so I thought I would share a few pictures from my DIY Essentials column. (Table settings are one of my favorites to photograph...)This month's issue shares a tutorial on how to make an over sized chalkboard with a chunky frame. (The piece is now
- [Lucketts Holiday Open House](https://missmustardseed.com/lucketts-holiday-open-house/) - Yesterday was all about Lucketts. I went down there to get my room ready for the open house. (Minus the sofa. Poor Ruthie was up until 3:30am on Thursday working on that thing and just couldn't make it to Lucketts in time, so she's bringing it early tomorrow and will help me haul it up
- [Poinsettias](https://missmustardseed.com/poinsettias-2/) - I am totally wiped out. I've been up really late the past couple of nights and worked very hard both days. The first night I stayed awake because I was struggling to write. The second night I stayed awake because the words were flowing so well that I didn't want to stop! It's funny how that
- [trim & a tree skirt](https://missmustardseed.com/trim-a-tree-skirt-2/) - The project that won't ever end (I seem to have a lot of those, don't I?), is finally coming close to an end. This past week, I put in the trim around the baseboards and bead board. If you've ever put trim in an old house, you understand my pain. The floor is not level,
- [Living Room Decorations](https://missmustardseed.com/living-room-decorations/) - I spent most of the day yesterday working on the decorations in my living room and it was so fun how it all came together. I'm using mostly things I bought last year, found in my yard and craft room or had leftover from my retail space. There's something in the process of repurposing items
- [Family Room Decorations](https://missmustardseed.com/family-room-decorations/) - I'm still working on my Christmas decor, but here is what I'm up to in my family room... It's a bit more casual than the living and dining rooms, but it still has a predominantly blue and green color scheme. I swapped out the brown and cream, though, for red and white, so it's
- [an early present & a song](https://missmustardseed.com/an-early-present-a-song/) - As usual, I was probably doing what no one else in the US was doing two days before Christmas...I was mulching my front yard. I have a special photo shoot coming up in January and, while they're not coming because of my gardening ability, I want the front of my house to look decent. We divided
- [simple spring project from Matthew Mead](https://missmustardseed.com/simple-spring-project-from-matthew-mead/) - You know from my post a few days ago that I am not big on holiday decor. I like it when it's simple, no fuss and classy. Today, I have Matthew Mead here to share a Spring/Easter project that fits into all of those categories. Here's Matthew... WHITE RABBIT SILOUETTES WITH CARNATION COTTON TAILS I
- [Pinwheel Tutorial](https://missmustardseed.com/pinwheel-tutorial/) - I posted these last week and was asked by several for a tutorial. I aim to please, so here it is! This tutorial is really from Mini Mustard Seed aka "Mini" aka Charlene. She's my babysitter/nanny and helps me out with my business during busy seasons. She's super crafty, so she makes most of my
- [Glitter Crown Tutorial](https://missmustardseed.com/glitter-crown-tutorial/) - German Glass Glitter makes almost anything better. Well, except maybe not cheesecake. Yes. I can say with certainty that German Glass Glitter would not improve cheesecake one bit, but it makes a lot of cheap, plastic things look better. Take this crown... It started out as a $2.00 tiara from the birthday party section
- [how to make glittery pine cones](https://missmustardseed.com/how-to-make-glittery-pine-cones/) - This project is simple, but I was so happy with how beautiful and elegant these glittered pine cones turned out that I thought I would share a tutorial on how I made them. I bought these over-sized pine cones from Hobby Lobby, but you can use freebies collected from your yard or an obliging neighbor.
- [Lucketts Holiday Open House 2012](https://missmustardseed.com/lucketts-holiday-open-house-2012/) - Not only is tomorrow the first day of the famous Lucketts Holiday Open House, but it's also my very first book signing. I feel sort of nervous about it...well, really nervous about it. I don't know what to expect. I do know that I'm just going to enjoy the ride. I also know that I
- [magnolia necklace](https://missmustardseed.com/magnolia-necklace/) - Between stripping paint and refinishing a piece of furniture, cleaning the house a bit, tagging pieces for Lucketts and working on some freelance stuff, I did a little bit more Christmas decorating. When we were in Raleigh, I trimmed a bunch of branches from my in-law's magnolia tree to use in my holiday decorating
- [Fall Decorating Update](https://missmustardseed.com/fall-decorating-update/) - Last time we checked in on my fall decorating, I had plopped a pumpkin in a dough bowl and called it a day. A couple of days later, I went to the farmer's market up the road for some apples and found the prettiest blue hubbard squash and a fresh kale plant. Neither were very
- [Milk Paint Pumpkins](https://missmustardseed.com/milk-paint-pumpkins/) - I received a lot of wonderful comments about my blue pumpkins and squash, but several people shared that they couldn't find them in their area. Well, that gave me an idea... I've been itching to play with milk paint since attending the retailer training earlier this week, so why not test some custom mixed colors
- [children's book bunting](https://missmustardseed.com/childrens-book-bunting/) - We launched our line of MMS German Glass Glitter just before Lucketts and, in such a busy time, I didn't get to announce it until after the fair. Now that I've had the chance to catch my breath and get back into a bit of a routine, I'm ready to start giving you some ideas for
- [german glass glitter letters & giveaway](https://missmustardseed.com/german-glass-glitter-letters-giveaway/) - I have been making German glass glitter letters for years. See the old school watermark? I was so excited when I finally found German glass glitter and some great chipboard letters in amazing fonts. I made them for myself in the beginning and then started making them to sell in my retail space and it was
- [glass glitter milk bottles](https://missmustardseed.com/glass-glitter-milk-bottles/) - Before I get into the project, I want to share that Miss Mustard Seed's Glass Glitter (used in this project) is the Decor Steals daily "steal" today! They are offering Tiara Silver, Fallen Snow and 14 Karat. I've partnered with them for a long time, so it's fun to see them carrying a product with my
- [hand painted antique sled](https://missmustardseed.com/hand-painted-antique-sled/) - Before I get to the sled (yes, in August), I wanted to give some details on the yard sale I'm having on Saturday, August 9, 2014. I'm actually piggy-backing on the yard sale one of my friends is having. I really want to flush some things out of my house and this is a great
- [minimal fall decorating](https://missmustardseed.com/minimal-fall-decorating/) - I've share this before, but I thought it was worth sharing again. I'm not big on decorating for each season. I think in the world of Pinterest and blogs, it's easy to feel like you have to do a bunch of projects and crafts for birthdays, parties and especially during the holiday season. As I've
- [black glittered pumpkins & more](https://missmustardseed.com/black-glittered-pumpkins/) - Today in the studio, Kriste and I worked creating two very different Halloween/fall tables. In the one I'm showing today, we went with a black/orange/spooky classic Halloween theme. Neither of us are big on decorating for Halloween, but this was so much fun to put together and we both love how it turned out. We
- [autumn table & more glittered pumpkins](https://missmustardseed.com/autumn-table-glittered-pumpkins/) - A couple of weeks ago, I showed a more traditional, spooky black & orange fall table with black glass glitter on pumpkins, crows, pinecones and a paper bat bunting. In this setting, I wanted to show glittered pumpkins in a totally different way, so Kriste & I set up a rustic autumn table with a little glam element
- [blue spruce in a bucket](https://missmustardseed.com/blue-spruce-bucket/) - I have mentioned it a couple of times already...I am really excited to decorate for Christmas this year! It's just like old times when the countdown would begin leading up to the day after Thanksgiving and I could finally haul out the bins and put the Christmas music on. For the past few years, I've been
- [block printed wrapping paper & snowball garland](https://missmustardseed.com/block-printed-wrapping-paper-snowball-garland/) - I walked into the studio ready to work on Christmas things this morning. I told Kriste at one point that I wished I could work on five different things at once. There was a bee in my bonnet. I had a lot on the wish list to get done, but I knew it was way
- [mason jar "snow globes"](https://missmustardseed.com/mason-jar-snow-globes/) - I have to start off by saying how much I enjoyed reading all of the comments in response to my post yesterday. In a way, it was very therapeutic for me to write and I'm glad it was encouraging to others as well. This is definitely one of those not-new-at-all ideas, but they are so cute
- [glittered house & deer](https://missmustardseed.com/glittered-house-deer/) - Now that the floor sanding is behind us, I cannot wait to start decorating the house for Christmas. I walked past live wreaths, garland, trim and tabletop trees at the store this week and was just longing to put one in my cart, but I'm waiting until Thanksgiving passes. I don't want my live greens
- [ring mold advent wreath](https://missmustardseed.com/ring-mold-advent-wreath/) - I hope you all had a wonderful holiday weekend! We got back from visiting family for Thanksgiving late last night and even after a long ride in the car, decorating the house for Christmas was on my mind as soon as I walked in the front door. I saw my newly sanded wood floors, the
- [grain sack tree skirt](https://missmustardseed.com/grain-sack-tree-skirt/) - I intended to make a tutorial on how to make the grain sack tree skirt under our family room tree and it started out that way, but things went south about 1/3 of the way through. It may surprise you (or not) to know that I don't usually have a plan when I make something. Not
- [how to make yarn pom-poms](https://missmustardseed.com/make-yarn-pom-poms/) - I've been using a lot of handmade wool poms in my Christmas decorating and I didn't even think about making a tutorial for them. A tutorial was requested, though, so I thought I would oblige. I made these when I was a kid, to use on hats, hair ties, socks, slippers, etc. I think most
- [cinnamon ornaments](https://missmustardseed.com/cinnamon-ornaments/) - I've been wanting to make cinnamon ornaments for our tree for a couple of weeks and there just never seemed to be a good time to take over the kitchen counters with the endeavor. We had a dusting of snow this morning and I had a relatively open day, so I decided to dive on
- [fall table & buffet preview](https://missmustardseed.com/fall-table-buffet-preview/) - As I shared the other day, I could do tablescapes all day long. Other than furniture, it's probably one of my favorite parts of my job. I think it's probably because I love dishes, serving pieces, ironstone, silverware, etc. I have a lot of it and, while we do use some of it everyday, I
- [Finding Fall Home Tour](https://missmustardseed.com/finding-fall-home-tour/) - Today, my blog is the second-to-the-last stop in the Finding Fall 2015 Home Tour. There are a lot of amazing homes and decorating ideas that have been shared so far, so be sure to check out the links at the bottom of this post if you're just jumping in on the tour. If you're stopping
- [a harvest table, a dough bowl & succulent pumpkins](https://missmustardseed.com/a-harvest-table-a-dough-bowl-succulent-pumpkins/) - A few of the freelance projects I worked on late this summer for HGTV.com are live now, so I wanted to share a preview and links. I love how these turned out. I've said it before and I'll say it again...I could set tables and take pictures of them all day long. And sometimes I
- [10 minute fall decorating](https://missmustardseed.com/10-minute-fall-decorating/) - It's time for another 10 minute decorating idea! This month, me and a few other bloggers are sharing 10-minute fall decorating ideas. I love these quick and easy ideas that show seasonal decorating doesn't have to be complicated, expensive, or over the top. It can be simple, fun, and pretty. As I've shared before, when

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- [Oil Painting Class No. 9 | Grazing Cow](https://missmustardseed.com/art-courses-2/oil-painting-class-no-9-grazing-cow/) - Oil Painting Class No. 9 | Grazing Cow This is the cow we painted in the live class. It’s a royalty-free image I sourced online. I’m pretty sure I cropped this image out of a larger grouping of cows. Grazing Cow Painting Reference Photo List of Materials Oil Paints – Buy the best you can.
- [Oil Painting Class No. 8 | Flowers and Glass](https://missmustardseed.com/art-courses-2/oil-painting-class-no-8-flowers-glass/) - Oil Painting Class No. 8 | Flowers and Glass In our other live classes, participants requested flowers and glass, so that’s what we did for this live class. We kept the flowers simple by using cherry blossoms in a small Victorian ink bottle for this oil painting. Flowers and Glass Painting Reference Photo List of
- [Oil Painting Class No. 7 | Underpainting, Edges, Values & Tonal Pear](https://missmustardseed.com/art-courses-2/oil-painting-class-no-7-underpainting-edges-values-tonal-pear/) - Oil Painting Class No. 7 | Underpainting, Edges, Values & Tonal Pear In this lesson, we paint another still life pear, but we’re focusing on subtle shifts in color and tone, creating an underpainting, and “losing & finding” edges. Underpainting, Edges, Values & Tonal Pear Painting Reference Photo List of Materials Oil Paints – Buy
- [Oil painting class No. 5 | Mini Landscapes](https://missmustardseed.com/art-courses-2/oil-painting-class-no-5-mini-landscapes/) - Oil Painting Class No. 5 | Mini Landscapes Whenever I’m feeling stuck or tight or I can only fit in a little time in the studio, I like working on mini landscape paintings. In this class, we paint four of them together. They are so quick and low-pressure and I’ve enjoyed sharing them in this
- [Oil Painting Class No. 6 | Still Life Pear](https://missmustardseed.com/art-courses-2/oil-painting-class-no-6-still-life-pear/) - Oil Painting Class No. 6 | Still Life Pear In this class, we’ll paint two still life pear. One will be a 10-minute warm-up exercise and we’ll take our time on the other one. Doing a quick ten-minute study helps you work more intuitively and doesn’t allow you time to second-guess yourself too much. Often
- [Oil Painting Class No. 4 | Seago Index Card Study](https://missmustardseed.com/art-courses-2/oil-painting-class-no-4-seago-index-card-study/) - Oil Painting Class No. 4 | Seago Index Card Study In this oil painting class, we paint an Seago Index Card Study. The point of this class was to try working on a different surface (paper and gesso or just paper), and to study the colors, composition, and mark-making of a master artist. In working
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- [Oil Painting Class No. 10 | Two Geranium Studies](https://missmustardseed.com/art-courses-2/oil-painting-class-no-10-two-geranium-studies/) - Oil Painting Class No. 10 | Two Geranium Studies These are the geranium reference photos I use in the video tutorial. It’s one of my photos that I’m offering royalty-free. Two Geranium Studies Reference Photo List of Materials Paint Ultramarine Blue (Michael Harding)Kings Blue Deep (MH) (I had Bice by Vasari on my palette, but Kings
- [Oil Painting Class No. 2 | Making Color Charts](https://missmustardseed.com/art-courses-2/oil-painting-class-no-2-making-color-charts/) - Oil Painting Class No. 2 | Making Color Charts Welcome to one of my favorite parts about oil painting – playing with color and making color charts to reference and hang in your studio! In this video, I show examples of different kinds of color charts, share how they are useful to improve your color
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- [blue & green abstract 3](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/blue-green-abstract-3/) - Blue & Green Abstract 3, oil and oil stick on 7 x 9 canvas panel. Free shipping to the US. If you purchase multiple paintings outside the US, I will reimburse any shipping overage. Unless noted, my paintings are finished with Gamvar Gloss to protect the painting and provide a glossy, rich finish. Oil paintings are meant to be framed without glass. This oil painting can be framed and hung immediately and will continue to cure for several months.
- [blue & green abstract 4](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/blue-green-abstract-4/) - Blue & Green Abstract 4, oil and oil stick on 7 x 9 canvas panel. Free shipping to the US. If you purchase multiple paintings outside the US, I will reimburse any shipping overage. Unless noted, my paintings are finished with Gamvar Gloss to protect the painting and provide a glossy, rich finish. Oil paintings are meant to be framed without glass. This oil painting can be framed and hung immediately and will continue to cure for several months.
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- [abstract tree sketch 3](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/abstract-tree-sketch-3/) - Abstract Tree Sketch 3, 5 x 7 oil on linen panel. Free shipping to the US. If you purchase multiple paintings outside the US, I will reimburse any shipping overage. Unless noted, my paintings are finished with Gamvar Gloss to protect the painting and provide a glossy, rich finish. Oil paintings are meant to be framed without glass. This oil painting can be framed and hung immediately and will continue to cure for several months.
- [isle of palms beach 2](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/isle-of-palms-beach-2/) - Isle of Palms Beach 2, 8 x 10 oil on board. Free shipping to the US. If you purchase multiple paintings outside the US, I will reimburse any shipping overage. Unless noted, my paintings are finished with Gamvar Gloss to protect the painting and provide a glossy, rich finish. Oil paintings are meant to be framed without glass. This oil painting can be framed and hung immediately and will continue to cure for several months.
- [three bosc pears & transferware](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/three-bosc-pears-and-transferware/) - Three Bosc Pears & Transferware, oil on board in an antique frame. Painting is 13 x 9″, overall dimensions with antique frame are 15 x 11.5″Free shipping to the US. The frame shows normal wear for an antique. It is ready to hang. If you purchase multiple paintings outside the US, I will reimburse any shipping overage. Unless noted, my paintings are finished with Gamvar Gloss to protect the painting and provide a glossy, rich finish. Oil paintings are meant to be framed without glass. This oil painting can be framed and hung immediately and will continue to cure for several months.
- [plums on a plate](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/plums-on-a-plate-copy/) - Plums on a Plate, 8 x 10 oil on board. Free shipping to the US. If you purchase multiple paintings outside the US, I will reimburse any shipping overage. Unless noted, my paintings are finished with Gamvar Gloss to protect the painting and provide a glossy, rich finish. Oil paintings are meant to be framed without glass. This oil painting can be framed and hung immediately and will continue to cure for several months.
- [three plums](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/three-plums/) - Three Plums, 5 x 7 oil on mdf board. Free shipping to the US. If you purchase multiple paintings outside the US, I will reimburse any shipping overage. Unless noted, my paintings are finished with Gamvar Gloss to protect the painting and provide a glossy, rich finish. Oil paintings are meant to be framed without glass. This oil painting can be framed and hung immediately and will continue to cure for several months.
- [abstract tree sketch 2](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/abstract-tree-sketch-2/) - Abstract Tree Sketch 2, 5 x 7 oil on linen panel. Free shipping to the US. If you purchase multiple paintings outside the US, I will reimburse any shipping overage. Unless noted, my paintings are finished with Gamvar Gloss to protect the painting and provide a glossy, rich finish. Oil paintings are meant to be framed without glass. This oil painting can be framed and hung immediately and will continue to cure for several months.
- [abstract tree sketch 1](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/abstract-tree-sketch-1/) - Abstract Tree Sketch 1, 5 x 7 oil on linen panel. Free shipping to the US. If you purchase multiple paintings outside the US, I will reimburse any shipping overage. Unless noted, my paintings are finished with Gamvar Gloss to protect the painting and provide a glossy, rich finish. Oil paintings are meant to be framed without glass. This oil painting can be framed and hung immediately and will continue to cure for several months.
- [geranium sketch 2](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/geranium-sketch-2/) - Geranium Sketch 2, 8 x 8 oil on mdf board. Free shipping to the US. If you purchase multiple paintings outside the US, I will reimburse any shipping overage. Unless noted, my paintings are finished with Gamvar Gloss to protect the painting and provide a glossy, rich finish. Oil paintings are meant to be framed without glass. This oil painting can be framed and hung immediately and will continue to cure for several months.
- [geranium sketch 1](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/geranium-sketch-1/) - Geranium Sketch 1, 8 x 8 oil on mdf board. Free shipping to the US. If you purchase multiple paintings outside the US, I will reimburse any shipping overage. Unless noted, my paintings are finished with Gamvar Gloss to protect the painting and provide a glossy, rich finish. Oil paintings are meant to be framed without glass. This oil painting can be framed and hung immediately and will continue to cure for several months.
- [abstract tree sketch 5](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/abstract-tree-sketch-5/) - Abstract Tree Sketch 5, 5 x 7 oil on linen panel. Free shipping to the US. If you purchase multiple paintings outside the US, I will reimburse any shipping overage. Unless noted, my paintings are finished with Gamvar Gloss to protect the painting and provide a glossy, rich finish. Oil paintings are meant to be framed without glass. This oil painting can be framed and hung immediately and will continue to cure for several months.
- [figs on a plate](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/figs-on-a-plate/) - Figs on a Plate, 8 x 10 oil on board. Free shipping to the US. If you purchase multiple paintings outside the US, I will reimburse any shipping overage. Unless noted, my paintings are finished with Gamvar Gloss to protect the painting and provide a glossy, rich finish. Oil paintings are meant to be framed without glass. This oil painting can be framed and hung immediately and will continue to cure for several months.
- [tree sketch 2](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/tree-sketch-2/) - Tree Sketch 2, 9 x 12 oil on board Free shipping to the US. If you purchase multiple paintings outside the US, I will reimburse any shipping overage. Unless noted, my paintings are finished with Gamvar Gloss to protect the painting and provide a glossy, rich finish. Oil paintings are meant to be framed without glass. This oil painting can be framed and hung immediately and will continue to cure for several months.
- [autumn barn (on paper)](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/autumn-barn/) - Autumn Barn, oil on 6 x 8″ Arche’s oil paper. If you purchase multiple paintings outside the US, I will reimburse any shipping overage. This oil painting does not have a varnish since it is on paper. It can be framed with or without glass.
- [Minnesota cloud sketch 1 (on paper)](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/minesota-cloud-sketch-1/) - Minnesota Cloud Sketch 1, oil on 8 x 5.5 Arche’s oil paper. If you purchase multiple paintings outside the US, I will reimburse any shipping overage. This oil painting does not have a varnish since it is on paper. It can be framed with or without glass.
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- [blue & green abstract 1](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/blue-and-green-abstract-1/) - Blue & Green Abstract 1, oil & oil stick on 5 x 7 mdf board. Free shipping to the US. If you purchase multiple paintings outside the US, I will reimburse any shipping overage. Unless noted, my paintings are finished with Gamvar Gloss to protect the painting and provide a glossy, rich finish. Oil paintings are meant to be framed without glass. This oil painting can be framed and hung immediately and will continue to cure for several months.
- [four figs](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/four-figs/) - Four Figs, 5 x 7 oil on mdf board. Free shipping to the US. If you purchase multiple paintings outside the US, I will reimburse any shipping overage. Unless noted, my paintings are finished with Gamvar Gloss to protect the painting and provide a glossy, rich finish. Oil paintings are meant to be framed without glass. This oil painting can be framed and hung immediately and will continue to cure for several months.
- [Perched Gull 1 in antique frame](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/perched-gull-1-in-antique-frame/) - Perched Gull 1, 9 x 12 oil on board, overall dimensions in the antique frame are 12.5 x 15″. Free shipping to the US. If you purchase multiple paintings outside the US, I will reimburse any shipping overage. Unless noted, my paintings are finished with Gamvar Gloss to protect the painting and provide a glossy, rich finish. Oil paintings are meant to be framed without glass. This oil painting can be framed and hung immediately and will continue to cure for several months.
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- [Asian Pears](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/pears-with-leaves/) - DIGITAL DOWNLOAD Samsung Frame TV Art This is sized for the Samsung TV Frame and is not suitable for print. A simple, quick, and affordable way to give your home a fresh touch.
- [Lake with Trees Two](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/lake-with-trees/) - DIGITAL DOWNLOAD Samsung Frame TV Art This is sized for the Samsung TV Frame and is not suitable for print. A simple, quick, and affordable way to give your home a fresh touch.
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- [folk art rabbit 2](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/folk-art-rabbit-2/) - Folk Art Rabbit 2, 9 x 12 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US. If you purchase multiple paintings outside the US, I will reimburse any shipping overage. Unless noted, my paintings are finished with Gamvar Gloss to protect the painting and provide a glossy, rich finish. Oil paintings are meant to be framed without glass. This oil painting can be framed and hung immediately and will continue to cure for several months.
- [spot](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/spot/) - Spot, 11 x 14 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US. If you purchase multiple paintings outside the US, I will reimburse any shipping overage. Unless noted, my paintings are finished with Gamvar Gloss to protect the painting and provide a glossy, rich finish. Oil paintings are meant to be framed without glass. This oil painting can be framed and hung immediately and will continue to cure for several months.
- [tide pools 2](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/tide-pools-2/) - Tide Pools 2, 9 x 12 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US. If you purchase multiple paintings outside the US, I will reimburse any shipping overage. Unless noted, my paintings are finished with Gamvar Gloss to protect the painting and provide a glossy, rich finish. Oil paintings are meant to be framed without glass. This oil painting can be framed and hung immediately and will continue to cure for several months.
- [racing stripes](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/racing-stripes/) - Racing Stripes, 11 x 14 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US. If you purchase multiple paintings outside the US, I will reimburse any shipping overage. Unless noted, my paintings are finished with Gamvar Gloss to protect the painting and provide a glossy, rich finish. Oil paintings are meant to be framed without glass. This oil painting can be framed and hung immediately and will continue to cure for several months.
- [tide pools 1](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/tide-pools-1/) - Tide Pools 1, 8 x 10 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US. If you purchase multiple paintings outside the US, I will reimburse any shipping overage. Unless noted, my paintings are finished with Gamvar Gloss to protect the painting and provide a glossy, rich finish. Oil paintings are meant to be framed without glass. This oil painting can be framed and hung immediately and will continue to cure for several months.
- [perched gull 2](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/perched-gull-2/) - Perched Gull 2, 9 x 12 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US. If you purchase multiple paintings outside the US, I will reimburse any shipping overage. Unless noted, my paintings are finished with Gamvar Gloss to protect the painting and provide a glossy, rich finish. Oil paintings are meant to be framed without glass. This oil painting can be framed and hung immediately and will continue to cure for several months.
- [perfect pair](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/perfect-pair/) - Perfect Pair, 9 x 12 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US. If you purchase multiple paintings outside the US, I will reimburse any shipping overage. Unless noted, my paintings are finished with Gamvar Gloss to protect the painting and provide a glossy, rich finish. Oil paintings are meant to be framed without glass. This oil painting can be framed and hung immediately and will continue to cure for several months.
- [French's Mustard Jar & Peaches](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/frenchs-mustard-jar-peaches/) - French's Mustard Jar & Peaches, 9 x 12 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US. If you purchase multiple paintings outside the US, I will reimburse any shipping overage. Unless noted, my paintings are finished with Gamvar Gloss to protect the painting and provide a glossy, rich finish. Oil paintings are meant to be framed without glass. This oil painting can be framed and hung immediately and will continue to cure for several months.
- [long shadows](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/long-shadows/) - Long Shadows, 8 x 10 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US. If you purchase multiple paintings outside the US, I will reimburse any shipping overage. Unless noted, my paintings are finished with Gamvar Gloss to protect the painting and provide a glossy, rich finish. Oil paintings are meant to be framed without glass. This oil painting can be framed and hung immediately and will continue to cure for several months.
- [Where is it?](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/where-is-it/) - Where is it?, 11 x 14 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US. If you purchase multiple paintings outside the US, I will reimburse any shipping overage. Unless noted, my paintings are finished with Gamvar Gloss to protect the painting and provide a glossy, rich finish. Oil paintings are meant to be framed without glass. This oil painting can be framed and hung immediately and will continue to cure for several months.
- [folk art rabbit 1](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/folk-art-rabbit-1/) - Folk Art Rabbit 1, 9 x 12 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US. If you purchase multiple paintings outside the US, I will reimburse any shipping overage. Unless noted, my paintings are finished with Gamvar Gloss to protect the painting and provide a glossy, rich finish. Oil paintings are meant to be framed without glass. This oil painting can be framed and hung immediately and will continue to cure for several months.
- [At the Ready](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/at-the-ready/) - At the Ready, 16 x 20 original oil on cradleboard. Cradle Board is a board mounted on a frame giving it depth. This cradleboard is about 1" thick and has unfinished sides. It can be installed in a typical frame. Free shipping to the US. If you purchase multiple paintings outside the US, I will reimburse any shipping overage. Unless noted, my paintings are finished with Gamvar Gloss to protect the painting and provide a glossy, rich finish. Oil paintings are meant to be framed without glass. This oil painting can be framed and hung immediately and will continue to cure for several months.
- [the great tree](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/the-great-tree/) - The Great Tree, 8 x 10 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US. If you purchase multiple paintings outside the US, I will reimburse any shipping overage. Unless noted, my paintings are finished with Gamvar Gloss to protect the painting and provide a glossy, rich finish. Oil paintings are meant to be framed without glass. This oil painting can be framed and hung immediately and will continue to cure for several months.
- [Framed - three ducks](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/framed-three-ducks/) - Three Ducks, 8 x 10 original oil on board in an antique wooden frame. Free shipping to the US. If you purchase multiple paintings outside the US, I will reimburse any shipping overage. Unless noted, my paintings are finished with Gamvar Gloss to protect the painting and provide a glossy, rich finish. Oil paintings are meant to be framed without glass. This oil painting can be framed and hung immediately and will continue to cure for several months.
- [bosc pears, bowl, & a knife](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/bosc-pears-bowl-knife/) - Bosc Pears, Bowl, and a Knife, 8 x 10 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US. If you purchase multiple paintings outside the US, I will reimburse any shipping overage. Unless noted, my paintings are finished with Gamvar Gloss to protect the painting and provide a glossy, rich finish. Oil paintings are meant to be framed without glass. This oil painting can be framed and hung immediately and will continue to cure for several months.
- [sitting tall](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/sitting-tall/) - Sitting Tall, 9 x 12 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US. If you purchase multiple paintings outside the US, I will reimburse any shipping overage. Unless noted, my paintings are finished with Gamvar Gloss to protect the painting and provide a glossy, rich finish. Oil paintings are meant to be framed without glass. This oil painting can be framed and hung immediately and will continue to cure for several months.
- [peaches & a knife](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/peaches-knife/) - Peaches & a Knife, 8 x 10 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US. If you purchase multiple paintings outside the US, I will reimburse any shipping overage. Unless noted, my paintings are finished with Gamvar Gloss to protect the painting and provide a glossy, rich finish. Oil paintings are meant to be framed without glass. This oil painting can be framed and hung immediately and will continue to cure for several months.
- [crate mates](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/crate-mates/) - Crate Mates, 9 x 12 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US. If you purchase multiple paintings outside the US, I will reimburse any shipping overage. Unless noted, my paintings are finished with Gamvar Gloss to protect the painting and provide a glossy, rich finish. Oil paintings are meant to be framed without glass. This oil painting can be framed and hung immediately and will continue to cure for several months.
- [huddled cows](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/huddled-cows/) - Huddled Cows, 8 x 10 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US. If you purchase multiple paintings outside the US, I will reimburse any shipping overage. Unless noted, my paintings are finished with Gamvar Gloss to protect the painting and provide a glossy, rich finish. Oil paintings are meant to be framed without glass. This oil painting can be framed and hung immediately and will continue to cure for several months.
- [Framed - white rabbit](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/framed-white-rabbit/) - White Rabbit, 8 x 10 original oil on board in an antique wood, gilt, and gesso frame. The frame is sturdy but has some chipped sections consistent with the age and construction of the frame. Free shipping to the US. If you purchase multiple paintings outside the US, I will reimburse any shipping overage. Unless noted, my paintings are finished with Gamvar Gloss to protect the painting and provide a glossy, rich finish. Oil paintings are meant to be framed without glass. This oil painting can be framed and hung immediately and will continue to cure for several months.
- [cabbage, pitcher, & asparagus](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/cabbage-pitcher-asparagus/) - Cabbage, Pitcher, & Asparagus, 11 x 14 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US. If you purchase multiple paintings outside the US, I will reimburse any shipping overage. Unless noted, my paintings are finished with Gamvar Gloss to protect the painting and provide a glossy, rich finish. Oil paintings are meant to be framed without glass. This oil painting can be framed and hung immediately and will continue to cure for several months.
- [and he knows it](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/and-he-knows-it/) - And He Knows It, 11 x 14 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US. If you purchase multiple paintings outside the US, I will reimburse any shipping overage. Unless noted, my paintings are finished with Gamvar Gloss to protect the painting and provide a glossy, rich finish. Oil paintings are meant to be framed without glass. This oil painting can be framed and hung immediately and will continue to cure for several months.
- [two snackers](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/two-snackers/) - Two Snackers, 11 x 14 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [black & white bunny](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/black-white-bunny/) - Black & White Bunny, 11 x 14 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [brown & white bunny](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/brown-white-bunny/) - Brown & White Bunny, 11 x 14 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [peaches & a bistro bowl](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/peaches-bistro-bowl/) - Peaches & a Bistro Bowl, 9 x 12 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [Duck & Lilypads 1](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/duck-and-lilypads-1/) - Duck & Lilypads 1, 9 x 12 original oil on clear-primed linen board. Free shipping to the US.
- [Extra Fluffy](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/extra-fluffy/) - Extra Fluffy, 11 x 14 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [Seagull 2](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/seagull-2/) - Seagull 2, 8 x 10 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [Seagull 4](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/seagull-4/) - Seagull 4, 8 x 10 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [Cumberland Valley Plein Air](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/cumberland-valley-plein-air/) - Cumberland Valley Plein Air, a study painted plein air, 8 x 10 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [Curious](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/curious/) - Curious, 9 x 12 original oil on clear-primed linen panel. Free shipping to the US.
- [Cows through the Trees](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/cows-through-the-trees/) - Cows through the Trees, 8 x 10 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [Cumberland Valley Barn](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/cumberland-valley-barn/) - Studio painting based on Cumberland Valley Plein Air Study, 8 x 10 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [Seagull 1](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/seagull-1/) - Seagull 1, 8 x 10 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [Small Gray Bunny](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/small-gray-bunny/) - Small Gray Bunny, 9 x 12 original oil on clear-primed linen panel. Free shipping to the US.
- [Three Cows in a Field](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/three-cows-in-a-field/) - Three Cows in Maryland, 8 x 10 original oil on board and handmade paper. Free shipping to the US.
- [listening](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/listening/) - Listening, 11 x 14 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [Duck & Lilypads 2](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/duck-lilypads-2/) - Duck & Lilypads 2, 9 x 12 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [Seagull 5](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/seagull-5/) - Seagull 5, 8 x 10 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [Sandpiper](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/sandpiper/) - Sandpiper, 8 x 10 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [Shaded Cow](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/shaded-cow/) - Shaded Cow, 8 x 10 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [Blue Ridge & Trees](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/blue-ridge-and-trees/) - Blue ridge & Trees, 8 x 10 original oil on board and handmade paper. Free shipping to the US.
- [floppy](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/floppy/) - Floppy, 11 x 14 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [Framed - German Shorthaired Pointer Portrait](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/framed-german-shorthaired-pointer-portrait/) - German Shorthaired Pointer Portrait in an antique frame, painting measures 9 5/8" x 13 1/2" original oil on board. Frame measures 14 x 18" at widest points. Free shipping to the US.
- [Seagull 3](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/seagull-3/) - Seagull 3, 8 x 10 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [bunny on antique linen 2](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/bunny-on-antique-linen-2/) - Bunny on Antique Linen 2, Approx 4 x 6 1/4" original oil on clear-primed antique linen with raw edges. Free shipping to the US.
- [Amber Spotted Bunny](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/amber-spotted-bunny/) - Amber-Spotted Bunny, 11 x 14 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [Cloud Study 6.23.2](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/cloud-study-6-23-2/) - Cloud Study 6.23.2, 5 x 7 original oil on canvas panel. Free shipping to the US.
- [Cloud Study 6.23.1](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/cloud-study-6231/) - Cloud Study 6.23.1, 5 x 7 original oil on canvas panel. Free shipping to the US.
- [Framed - Snuggled 2](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/framed-snuggled-2/) - Snuggled in an antique frame, the painting measures 16" x 20" original oil on board. The frame measures approximately 24 x 27" and is made of wood with, I believe, a plaster detail. The frame was painted gold before I purchased it. I antiqued the frame and added supports behind the corners. See photos. Free shipping to the US.
- [bunny on antique linen 1](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/bunny-on-antique-linen-1/) - Bunny on Antique Linen 1, Approx 4 x 6 1/4" original oil on clear-primed antique linen with raw edges. Free shipping to the US.
- [Snuggled 1](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/snuggled-1/) - Snuggled 1, 11 x 14 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [day 22 - spring sky challenge](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/day-22-spring-sky-challenge/) - Day 22 of the spring sky challenge for May 2023, Boonsboro, MD, 8 x 10 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [day twelve - spring sky challenge](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/day-twelve-spring-sky-challenge/) - Day twelve of the spring sky challenge for May 2023, Frederick, MD, 8 x 10 original oil on linen panel. Free shipping to the US.
- [day 20 - spring sky challenge](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/day-20-spring-sky-challenge/) - Day 20 of the spring sky challenge for May 2023, Loudoun County, VA, 8 x 10 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [day two - spring sky challenge](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/day-two-spring-sky-challenge/) - Day two of the spring sky challenge for May 2023, Hagerstown, MD, 8 x 10 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [day 29 - spring sky challenge](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/day-29-spring-sky-challenge/) - Day 29 of the spring sky challenge for May 2023, Champagne, France, 8 x 10 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [day 28 - spring sky challenge](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/day-28-spring-sky-challenge/) - Day 28 of the spring sky challenge for May 2023, Rochester, MN, 8 x 10 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [day 15 - spring sky challenge](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/day-15-spring-sky-challenge/) - Day 15 of the spring sky challenge for May 2023, plein air in Gettysburg, PA, 8 x 10 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [day 30 - spring sky challenge](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/day-30-spring-sky-challenge/) - Day 30 of the spring sky challenge for May 2023, Rochester, MN, 8 x 10 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [day 18 - spring sky challenge](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/day-18-spring-sky-challenge/) - Day 18 of the spring sky challenge for May 2023, Rochester, MN, 8 x 10 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [day one - spring sky challenge](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/day-one-spring-sky-challenge/) - Day one of the spring sky challenge for May 2023, Hagerstown, MD, 8 x 10 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [day 23 - spring sky challenge](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/day-23-spring-sky-challenge/) - Day 23 of the spring sky challenge for May 2023, Champagne, France, 9 x 12 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [day four - spring sky challenge](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/day-four-spring-sky-challenge/) - Day four of the spring sky challenge for May 2023, Waynesboro, PA, 8 x 10 original oil on linen panel. Free shipping to the US.
- [day seven - spring sky challenge](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/day-seven-spring-sky-challenge-copy/) - Day seven of the spring sky challenge for May 2023, near Boonsboro, MD, 8 x 10 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [day 14 - spring sky challenge](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/day-14-spring-sky-challenge/) - Day 14 of the spring sky challenge for May 2023, Rochester, MN, 8 x 10 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [day 21 - spring sky challenge](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/day-21-spring-sky-challenge/) - Day 21 of the spring sky challenge for May 2023, East Tennessee (photo reference courtesy of Jennifer Phipps), 8 x 10 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [day eight - spring sky challenge](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/day-eight-spring-sky-challenge/) - Day eight of the spring sky challenge for May 2023, 8 x 10 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [day nine - spring sky challenge](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/day-nine-spring-sky-challenge/) - Day nine of the spring sky challenge for May 2023, Gettysburg, PA, 8 x 10 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [day 19 - spring sky challenge](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/day-19-spring-sky-challenge/) - Day 19 of the spring sky challenge for May 2023, Rochester, MN, 8 x 10 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [day eleven - spring sky challenge](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/day-eleven-spring-sky-challenge/) - Day eleven of the spring sky challenge for May 2023, Gettysburg, PA, 8 x 10 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [day 31 - spring sky challenge](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/day-31-spring-sky-challenge/) - Day 31 of the spring sky challenge for May 2023, Beaver Creek, OR, 8 x 10 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [day 17 - spring sky challenge](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/day-17-spring-sky-challenge/) - Day 17 of the spring sky challenge for May 2023, Fairfield, PA, 8 x 10 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [day five - spring sky challenge](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/day-five-spring-sky-challenge/) - Day five of the spring sky challenge for May 2023, Rochester, MN, 8 x 10 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [day 27 - spring sky challenge](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/day-27-spring-sky-challenge/) - Day 27 of the spring sky challenge for May 2023, Champagne, France, 8 x 10 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [day 24 - spring sky challenge](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/day-24-spring-sky-challenge/) - Day 24 of the spring sky challenge for May 2023, Champagne, France, 8 x 10 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [day 16 - spring sky challenge](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/day-16-spring-sky-challenge/) - Day 16 of the spring sky challenge for May 2023, Rochester, MN, 8 x 10 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [day 25 - spring sky challenge](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/day-25-spring-sky-challenge/) - Day 25 of the spring sky challenge for May 2023, Middletown, MD, 8 x 10 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [day ten - spring sky challenge](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/day-ten-spring-sky-challenge/) - Day ten of the spring sky challenge for May 2023, Hagerstown, MD, 8 x 10 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [day three - spring sky challenge](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/day-three-spring-sky-challenge/) - Day three of the spring sky challenge for May 2023, Renfrew Park, Waynesboro, PA, 8 x 10 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [day six - spring sky challenge](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/day-six-spring-sky-challenge/) - Day six of the spring sky challenge for May 2023, Hagerstown, MD, 8 x 10 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [day 13 - spring sky challenge](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/day-13-spring-sky-challenge/) - Day thirteen of the spring sky challenge for May 2023, Rochester, MN, 8 x 10 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [Brown Maryjanes](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/brown-maryjanes/) - Original oil painting of brown maryjanes on 8 x 10 board. Free shipping to the US.
- [All In](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/all-in/) - All In, 6 x 8 oil on Arches oil paper on Raymar board. Free shipping to the US.
- [On the Edge](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/on-the-edge/) - On the Edge, 6 x 8 oil on Arches oil paper on Raymar board. Free shipping to the US.
- [Rochester Skies](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/rochester-skies/) - Rochester Skies, 8 x 10 oil on board, $225. Free shipping to the US.
- [Parsons' Pond](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/parsons-pond/) - Parsons' Pond, 8 x 10 original oil on board. This is a painting of a pond in my in-law's neighborhood in Raleigh, NC. I've done a few Plein Air paintings there over the years, but this one was done in the studio from a photograph. Free shipping to the US.
- [Maryland Fields One](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/maryland-fields-one/) - Maryland Fields One, 5 x 7 oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [Lake Reflections Two](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/lake-reflections-two/) - Lake Reflections Two, 3 3/4 x 8 oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [compote & a tea towel](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/compote-and-a-tea-towel/) - Original oil painting of antique transferware compote and a windowpane tea towel on 8 x 10 board. Free shipping to the US.
- [White Barn in Pennsylvania](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/white-barn-in-pa/) - White Barn in Pennsylvania, 8 x 10 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [Lake Reflections One](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/lake-reflections-one/) - Lake Reflections One, 3 3/4 x 8 oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [lemons & a monogram tea towel](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/lemons-monogram-tea-towel/) - Original oil painting of lemons on 8 x 10 board. Free shipping to the US.
- [Champagne Fields](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/champagne-fields/) - Champagne Fields, 6 x 12 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [Neighborhood Evergreens](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/neighborhood-evergreens/) - Neighborhood Evergreens, 8 x 10 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [Black Maryjanes with Cutouts](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/black-maryjanes-with-cutouts/) - Original oil painting of black maryjanes with light shining through the cutouts on 8 x 10 board. Free shipping to the US.
- [Minnesota Twins](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/minnesota-twins/) - Minnesota Twins, 8 x 10 oil on board, $225. I have so many pictures of these two trees, which were located where two roads met on my drive home from church in Rochester, MN. I just love how they are nestled together and how the light would peek through their branches. Free shipping to the US.
- [Gathering](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/gathering/) - Gathering, 8 x 10 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [Maryland Fields Two](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/maryland-fields-two/) - Maryland Fields Two, 5 x 7 oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [Bushy Tail](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/bushy-tail/) - Bushy Tail, 8 x 10 oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [Wading](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/wading/) - Wading, 8 x 10 oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [Hint of Fall](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/hint-of-fall/) - Hint of Fall, 9 x 12 original oil on board. This is based on a photograph Jeff took for me while he was fishing in Minnesota. Free shipping to the US.
- [carrots in a compote](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/carrots-in-a-compote/) - Original oil painting of carrots in an antique transferware compote on 8 x 10 board. Free shipping to the US.
- [Vintage Quail](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/vinage-quail/) - Vintage Quail, 8 x 10 oil on board, $225. This one was a bit of an experiment as I worked out how I wanted to paint the background behind birds. I have so many bird pictures to paint! I ended up glazing it to give it an antiqued look and I think it suits the quail. Free shipping to the US.
- [Clover](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/clover/) - Clover, 8 x 10 oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [Hare Line](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/hare-line/) - Hare Line, 8 x 8 oil on board, $100. This is another experiment with a look that's a bit more modern. I had drawn out the rabbit for the "Clover" painting and I liked the graphic nature of the simple line. I decided to play with that a little bit in a second painting. I can envision this little guy in a gold frame to elevate the simplicity. Free shipping to the US.
- [two white barns](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/two-white-barns/) - Two White Barns, 6 x 12 original oil on board. Free shipping to the US.
- [pears & a branch](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/pears-a-branch/) - Original oil painting of pears on 8 x 10 board. Free shipping to the US.
- [favorite tree](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/favorite-tree/) - Original oil painting of a tree study on 8 x 10 board. Free shipping to the US.
- [dome of panthéon de paris](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/dome-pantheon-paris/) - Original oil painting of Dome of Panthéon de Paris on 8 x 10 board. Free shipping to the US.
- [daffodils](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/daffodils/) - Original oil painting of daffodils on 8 x 10 board. Free shipping to the US.
- [30 minute pears](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/30-minute-pears/) - Original oil painting of pears on 8 x 10 board. Free shipping to the US.
- [bosc pears](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/bosc-pears/) - Original oil painting of pears on 8 x 10 board. Free shipping to the US.
- [clementines & pedestal one](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/clementines-pedestal-one/) - Original oil painting of clementines on 8 x 10 board. Free shipping to the US.
- [blue & white bowl](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/blue-white-bowl/) - Original oil painting of a transferware bowl on 8 x 10 board. Free shipping to the US.
- [clementines & pedestal two](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/clementines-pedestal-two/) - Original oil painting of clementines on 8 x 10 board. Free shipping to the US.
- [mary janes with cream ribbon](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/mary-janes-cream-ribbon/) - Original oil painting of antique baby shoes on 8 x 10 board. Free shipping to the US.
- [clementines & ironstone crock](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/clementines-ironstone-crock/) - Original oil painting of clementines on 8 x 10 board. Free shipping to the US.
- [pears in a pedestal](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/pears-in-a-pedestal/) - Original oil painting of pears on 8 x 10 board. Free shipping to the US.
- [clementines & a branch](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/clemetines-a-branch/) - Original oil painting of clementines on 8 x 10 board. Free shipping to the US.
- [clementines & ironstone bowl](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/clementines-ironstone-bowl/) - Original oil painting of clementines on 8 x 10 board. Free shipping to the US.
- [asian pears two (9 x 13)](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/asian-pears-two/) - Original oil painting of pears on 9 x 12 board. Free shipping to the US.
- [tire swing](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/tire-swing/) - Original oil painting of a tire swing and trees on 8 x 10 board. Free shipping to the US.
- [italian hills](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/italian-hills/) - Original oil painting of an Italian landscape (based on a photo taken from the train) on 8 x 10 board. Free shipping to the US.
- [Sailboats on Lake Bde Maka Ska](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/sailboats-lake-bde-maka-ska/) - Original oil painting of sailboats on Lake Bde Maka Ska in Minneapolis, MN on 9 x 12 board. Free shipping to the US.
- [lemons in light & shadow](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/lemons-in-light-shadow/) - Original oil painting of lemons on 8 x 10 board. Free shipping to the US.
- [asian pears one](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/asian-pears-one/) - Original oil painting of pears on 8 x 10 board. Free shipping to the US.
- [shade tree](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/shade-tree/) - Original oil painting of a tree study on 8 x 10 board. Free shipping to the US.
- [clementines & onion pot](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/clementines-and-onion-pot/) - Original oil painting of clementines on 8 x 10 board. Free shipping to the US.
- [blue green color wheel](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/blue-green-color-wheels/) - This is an original oil blue & green color wheel painting on 4" x 4" Arches Oil Paper. Price is for one color wheel with free shipping to the US.
- [green & blue abstract three](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/green-blue-abstract-three/) - Original oil painting of a green and blue abstract on 6 x 6 canvas board. Free shipping to the US.
- [blue green color chart on linen](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/blue-green-color-chart-on-linen/) - This is an original oil blue & green color chart painting on clear primed linen. It measures approximately 2" x 4 1/2". Price is for one color chart with free shipping to the US.
- [Two Trees](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/two-trees/) - Original oil painting of a field with two large trees on 8 x 10 board. Free shipping to the US.
- [Bouguereau Portrait Study](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/bouguereau-portrait-study/) - Original oil painting study of a William-Adolphe Bouguereau portrait on 11 x 14 board. Free shipping to the US.
- [pears in a bowl two](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/pears-in-a-bowl-two/) - Original oil painting of pears on 8 x 10 board (portrait orientation.) Free shipping to the US.
- [clementines in a bowl two](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/clementines-in-a-bowl-two/) - Original oil painting of clementines on 8 x 10 board (portrait orientation.) Note: This panel has a small nick in the top left corner. It is small enough that it will be covered by a frame. Free shipping to the US.
- [autumn oak leaf](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/autumn-oak-leaf/) - Original oil painting of fall oak leaf from life on 8 x 10 board. Free shipping to the US.
- [spring fields](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/spring-fields/) - Original oil painting of a spring landscape on 3 3/4" x 8" mdf board. Free shipping to the US.
- [pears in a bowl](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/pears-in-a-bowl/) - Original oil painting of pears on 8 x 10 board. Free shipping to the US.
- [lemons & transferware](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/lemons-and-transferware/) - Original oil painting of lemons on 8 x 10 board. Free shipping to the US.
- [tangerines & a tea towel](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/tangerines-a-tea-towel/) - Original oil painting on tangerines on 8 x 10 board. Free shipping to the US.
- [valley](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/valley/) - Original oil painting of a valley on 3 3/4" x 8" mdf board. Free shipping to the US.
- [path through the trees](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/path-through-the-trees/) - Original oil painting of a landscape on 6 x 6 canvas board. Free shipping to the US.
- [Rembrandt Sketch to Painting One](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/rembrandt-sketch-to-painting-one/) - Original oil painting of a Rembrandt sketch on 3 3/4" x 8" mdf board. Free shipping to the US.
- [Degas Sketch to Painting Two](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/degas-sketch-to-painting-two/) - Original oil painting of a Degas sketch on 3 3/4" x 8" mdf board. Free shipping to the US.
- [cherry blossoms](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/cherry-blossoms/) - Original oil painting of cherry blossoms on 8 x 10 board. Free shipping to the US.
- [single lemon](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/single-lemon/) - Original oil painting of a lemon on a transferware plate on an 8 x 10 board (portrait orientation.) Free shipping to the US.
- [abstract landscape two](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/abstract-landscape-two/) - Original oil painting of an abstract landscape on 6 x 6 canvas board. Free shipping to the US.
- [green & blue abstract one](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/green-blue-abstract-one/) - Original oil painting of a green and blue abstract on 6 x 6 canvas board. Free shipping to the US.
- [Degas Sketch to Painting One](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/degas-sketch-to-painting-one/) - Original oil painting of a Degas sketch on 3 3/4" x 8" mdf board. Free shipping to the US.
- [green & blue abstract two](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/green-blue-abstract-two/) - Original oil painting of a green and blue abstract on 6 x 6 canvas board. Free shipping to the US.
- [lemons & transferware two](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/lemons-transferware-two/) - Original oil painting of lemons on 8 x 10 board (portrait orientation.) Free shipping to the US.
- [abstract coastal landscape two](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/abstract-coastal-landscape-two/) - Original oil painting of an abstract coastal landscape on 6 x 6 canvas board. Free shipping to the US.
- [abstract coastal landscape one](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/abstract-coastal-landscape-one/) - Original oil painting of an abstract coastal landscape on 6 x 6 canvas board. Free shipping to the US.
- [clementines in a bowl](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/clementines-in-a-bowl/) - Original oil painting of clementines on 8 x 10 board. Free shipping to the US.
- [hedges](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/hedges/) - Original oil painting of farm fields on 3 3/4" x 8" mdf board. Free shipping to the US.
- [cherries & a tea towel two](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/cherries-a-tea-towel-two/) - Original oil painting of cherries on 8 x 10 board (portrait orientation.) Free shipping to the US.
- [Rembrandt Sketch to Painting Two](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/rembrandt-sketch-to-painting-two/) - Original oil painting of a Rembrandt sketch on 3 3/4" x 8" mdf board. Free shipping to the US.
- [abstract landscape one](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/abstract-landscape-one/) - Original oil painting of an abstract landscape on 6 x 6 canvas board. Free shipping to the US.
- [red pears & a knife](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/red-pears-and-a-knife/) - Original oil painting of pears on a plate with an antique knife on 8 x 10 board. Free shipping to the US.
- [white farmhouse](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/white-farmhouse/) - Original oil painting of farm fields and a white farmhouse on 3 3/4" x 8" mdf board. Free shipping to the US.
- [cotswold cottage](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/cotswold-cottage/) - Original oil painting of a Cotswold cottage on 3 3/4" x 8" mdf board (portrait orientation.) Free shipping to the US.
- [cherries & a tea towel](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/cherries-and-a-tea-towel/) - Original oil painting of cherries on 8 x 10 board. Free shipping to the US.
- [Lake Zumbro MN](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/lake-zumbro-mn/) - Original oil painting of Lake Zumbro in Rochester, MN on 8 x 10 board. Free shipping to the US.
- [Original 8 x 10 oil painting | broccoli bunch](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-8-x-10-oil-painting-broccoli-bunch/) - Original oil on 8 x 10 linen panel. More practice for the class! I was inspired by a bunch of broccoli sitting on my counter, blue rubberband and all, and decided to paint it. Finished with Gamvar Gloss.
- [Original 9 x 12 oil painting | Red Pears](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-9-x-12-oil-painting-red-pears/) - Original oil on 9 x 12 board. This still life painting is the "dark and moody" project in my upcoming still life painting class. I'll be sharing more details on that soon, but I love how this one turned out! Finished in Gamvar Gloss.
- [Original 8 x 10 oil painting | Baby Boots](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-8-x-10-oil-painting-baby-boots/) - Original oil on 8 x 10 board. This is a still-life painting of a pair of antique baby boots I bought at an antique market this summer. Finished with Gamvar Gloss.
- [Original 8 x 10 oil painting | GW Platt Pear Study](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-8-x-10-oil-painting-gw-platt-pear-study/) - GW Platt still life pear study | oil on 8 x 10 cradleboard. I was preparing for a still life class and found this painting in one of my books. The composition looked very similar to something I would set up, so I tried a study of it to explore his subtle color shifts and dark background. Finished with Gamvar Gloss.
- [Original 9 x 12 oil painting | Edward Hopper Study](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-8-x-10-oil-painting-edward-hopper-study/) - Original oil on 9 x 12 board. This painting is based on an Edward Hopper watercolor. I omitted the lighthouse and rendered this study in oil just to play with translating a watercolor into a different medium. Finished in Gamvar Gloss.
- [Original oil painting on 5 x 7 paper | asparagus study](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-oil-painting-on-5-x-7-paper-asparagus-study/) - Original oil on 5 x 7 Arches oil paper. This is a 36- touch study, meaning I only touched my brush to the paper 36 times to complete this study, focusing on the most important parts of the scene. Asparagus on a transferware bowl.
- [Original 5 x 7 oil painting | Brass Compass](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-5-x-7-oil-painting-brass-compass/) - Original oil on 5 x 7 linen board. A pair of brass compasses from my antique drafting box. Finished with Gamvar Gloss.
- [Original 9 x 12 oil painting | Isle of Palms Marina](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-9-x-12-oil-painting-isle-of-palms-marina/) - Original oil on 9 x 12 board. This landscape is based on a photo I took last summer during our vacation in the Isle of Palms. Finished in Gamvar Gloss.
- [Original oil painting on 5 x 7 paper | palette knife landscape no. 1](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-oil-painting-on-5-x-7-paper-palette-knife-landscape-no-1/) - Original oil on 5 x 7 Arches oil paper. A landscape study painting with a painting/palette knife.
- [Original oil painting on 5 x 7 paper | landscape study no. 3172](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-oil-painting-on-5-x-7-paper-landscape-study-no-3172/) - Original oil on 5 x 7 Arches oil paper. A landscape study painting.
- [Original 9 x 12 oil painting | Garlic & Transferware Bowl](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-9-x-12-oil-painting-garlic-transferware-bowl/) - Original oil on 9 x 12 board. I set up and painted a few still life paintings to prepare for teaching the class and this was one of them. I love the soft colors... Finished in Gamvar Gloss.
- [Original oil painting on 5 x 7 paper | palette knife landscape no. 2](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-oil-painting-on-5-x-7-paper-palette-knife-landscape-no-2/) - Original oil on 5 x 7 Arches oil paper. A landscape study painting with a painting/palette knife.
- [Original 8 x 10 oil painting | Impressionist Landscape](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-8-x-10-oil-painting-impressionist-landscape/) - 8 x 10 Impressionist Landscape study on board. This painting is a study of a smaller study I did on paper. I decided to try increasing the size and playing around on a different substrate.
- [Original 8 x 10 oil painting | persimmons](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-8-x-10-oil-painting-persimmons-2/) - Original oil on 8 x 10 board. I hadn't painted for months, so I felt a little rusty and kept this one a bit more loose and sketchy. Finished with Gamvar Gloss.
- [Original 8 x 10 oil painting | Cornish Pitcher](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-8-x-10-oil-painting-cornish-pitcher/) - Original 8 x 10 oil painting on cradleboard. This painting is based on a photo of a pitcher I took a few years ago. The background of the reference photo was white, but I decided to make it dark so the pitcher would pop. The painting is finished with a bit of an umber glaze and a gloss varnish.
- [Original 5 x 7 oil painting | French Paint Pot](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-5-x-7-oil-painting-french-paint-pot/) - Original oil on 5 x 7 linen board. An antique French paint pot with a "bleu" label from Dreamy Whites with an antique quill and squirrel brush. Finished with Gamvar Gloss.
- [Original 8 x 10 oil painting | artichoke](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-8-x-10-oil-painting-artichoke/) - Original oil on 8 x 10 linen panel. Artichoke still life. Finished with Gamvar Gloss.
- [Original 8 x 10 oil painting | Percy Gray Study](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-8-x-10-oil-painting-percy-gray-study/) - 8 x 10 oil study of a Percy Gray painting on cradleboard. I love this Percy Gray study and was tempted to keep it, but I'll paint another one, I'm sure! This one has a glaze over it to make it look a little aged. Finished with Gamvar Gloss.
- [Original 8 x 10 oil painting | persimmons & pears](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-8-x-10-oil-painting-persimmons/) - Original oil on 8 x 10 board. I painted this one the day after the persimmons, also as a warm-up. Finished with Gamvar Gloss.
- [Original 5 x 7 oil painting | Naples Yellow](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-5-x-7-oil-painting-naples-yellow/) - Original oil on 5 x 7 linen board. Winsor & Newton Naples Yellow paint. Finish with Gamvar Gloss.
- [Original 9 x 12 oil painting | Carrots & Transferware Bowl](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-9-x-12-oil-painting-carrots-transferware-bowl/) - Original oil on 9 x 12 board. I bought these carrots with the tops just for this painting! It was another still life to practice for the class. Finished in Gamvar Gloss.
- [Original 8 x 10 oil painting | Blue Nose II](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-8-x-10-oil-painting-blue-nose-ii/) - I painted this one a couple of years ago and just haven't been able to let it go. Since I am giving a portion of the sales to a good cause, I thought this would be a good time to send it off to a good home. It is a painting of Canada's Blue Nose II based on a photo taken by John Batten (with permission.)
- [Original 5 x 7 oil painting | Blue Paint Tube](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-5-x-7-oil-painting-blue-paint-tube/) - Original oil on 5 x 7 linen board. And then there is my art supply series. I love antique art supplies so much and I decided it was time I paint them. This is an antique metal tube of Rowney paint. Finish with Gamvar Gloss.
- [Original oil painting on 5 x 7 paper | landscape study no. 3171](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-oil-painting-on-5-x-7-paper-landscape-study-no-3171/) - Original oil on 5 x 7 Arches oil paper. A landscape study painting.
- [Original 5 x 7 oil painting | Linseed Oil](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-5-x-7-oil-painting-linseed-oil/) - Original oil on 5 x 7 linen board. An antique unopened bottle of Winsor & Newton linseed oil. Finished with Gamvar Gloss.
- [Original 6 x 8 oil painting | Silver Baby Cup](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-6-x-8-oil-painting-silver-baby-cup/) - Original oil on 6 x 8 canvas board. This is another painting I teach in the still life course. It is a tonal painting of my silver baby cup. Finish with Gamvar Gloss.
- [Original 9 x 12 oil painting | Blackberries on a Checked Cloth](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-9-x-12-oil-painting-blackberries-on-a-checked-cloth/) - Original oil on 9 x 12 board. This is the "light and airy" painting for the still life class. I had a blast painting the checkered cloth and that will definitely be making an appearance again. Finished in Gamvar Gloss.
- [Original oil painting on 5 x 7 paper | landscape study no. 3173](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-oil-painting-on-5-x-7-paper-landscape-study-no-3173/) - Original oil on 5 x 7 Arches oil paper. A landscape study painting.
- [Original 8 x 10 oil painting | Vintage French Study](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-8-x-10-oil-painting-vintage-french-study/) - 8 x 10 French vintage study. Original oil on 8 x 10 cradleboard. I also glazed this painting to make it look like it might be old. This painting is based on a vintage French landscape sold by The French Art Shop. Finish with Gamvar Gloss.
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- [original watercolor 5 x 7 Seago study 51020](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-watercolor-5-x-7-seago-study-51020/) - Original sepia-toned watercolor landscape painting, a study of Edward Seago's An April Day, on 5 x 7 watercolor paper.
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- [original oil 5 x 7 landscape study 3154](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-oil-5-x-7-landscape-study-3154/) - Original landscape oil painting on 5 x 7 Arches oil paper.
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- [original oil 4 x 6 seascape study 3153](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-oil-4-x-6-seascape-study-3153/) - Original seascape oil painting on 4 x 6 Arches oil paper.
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- [original oil 4 x 6  - Monet Sky Study 1](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-oil-4-x-6-monet-sky-study-1/) - Original oil painting, a Monet sky study, on 4 x 6 Arches oil paper.
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- [original oil 5 x 7 landscape - no. 23](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-oil-4-x-6-landscape-no-23/) - Original oil landscape painting on 5 x 7 Arches oil paper.
- [original oil 5 x 7 landscape - no. 22](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-oil-5-x-7-landscape-no-22/) - Original oil landscape painting on 5 x 7 Arches oil paper.
- [original oil 5 x 7 landscape - no. 21](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-oil-5-x-7-landscape-no-21/) - Original oil landscape painting on 5 x 7 Arches oil paper.
- [original oil 4 x 6 landscape - no. 20](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-oil-4-x-6-landscape-no-20/) - Original oil landscape painting on 4 x 6 Arches oil paper.
- [original oil 4 x 6 landscape - no. 19](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-oil-4-x-6-landscape-no-19/) - Original oil landscape painting on 4 x 6 Arches oil paper.
- [original oil 4 x 6 landscape - no. 18](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-oil-4-x-6-landscape-no-18/) - Original oil landscape painting on 4 x 6 Arches oil paper.
- [original oil 5 x 7 blue/gray color chart](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-oil-5-x-7-blue-gray-color-chart/) - Original oil blue/gray color chart on 5 x 7 Arches oil paper.
- [original acrylic 4 x 6 seascape - no. 4](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-acrylic-4-x-6-seascape-no-4/) - Original acrylic and mixed media seascape painting on 4 x 6 acrylic paper.
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- [original 4 x 6 acrylic landscape PAIR](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-4x6-acrylic-landscape-pair/) - Original acrylic paintings (pair) on 4 x 6" acrylic paper
- [original oil 4 x 6 seascape no. 4](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-oil-4-x-6-seascape-no-4/) - Original oil seascape painting on 4 x 6 Arches oil paper. Note - I ended up cutting this paper a little bit bigger than 6" tall. It's closer to 6.5".
- [original oil 4 x 6 seascape no. 3](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-oil-4-x-6-seascape-no-3/) - Original oil seascape painting on 4 x 6 Arches oil paper.
- [original oil 4 x 6 landscape pair no. 1](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-oil-4-x-6-landscape-pair-no-1/) - Pair of original oil landscape paintings on 4 x 6 Arches oil paper.
- [original oil 4 x 6 landscape - no. 17](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-oil-4-x-6-landscape-no-17/) - Original oil landscape painting on 4 x 6 Arches oil paper.
- [original oil 4 x 6 landscape - no. 16](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-oil-4-x-6-landscape-no-16/) - Original oil landscape painting on 4 x 6 Arches oil paper.
- [original oil 4 x 6 landscape - no. 15](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-oil-4-x-6-landscape-no-15/) - Original oil landscape painting on 4 x 6 Arches oil paper.
- [original oil 4 x 6 landscape - no. 13](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-oil-4-x-6-landscape-no-13/) - Original oil landscape painting on 4 x 6 Arches oil paper.
- [original oil 4 x 6 landscape - no. 12](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-oil-4-x-6-landscape-no-12/) - Original oil landscape painting on 4 x 6 Arches oil paper.
- [original oil 4 x 6 landscape - no. 11](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-oil-4-x-6-landscape-no-11/) - Original oil landscape painting on 4 x 6 Arches oil paper.
- [original oil 4 x 6 landscape - no. 10](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-oil-4-x-6-landscape-no-10/) - Original oil landscape painting on 4 x 6 Arches oil paper. (There is a tiny mark of paint on the white border.)
- [original oil 4 x 6 landscape - no. 9](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-oil-4-x-6-landscape-no-9/) - Original oil landscape painting on 4 x 6 Arches oil paper.
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- [original oil 5 x 7 landscape - no. 5](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-oil-5-x-7-landscape-no-5/) - Original oil landscape painting on 5 x 7 Arches oil paper.
- [original oil 5 x 7 landscape - no. 4](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-oil-5-x-7-landscape-no-4/) - Original oil landscape painting on 5 x 7 Arches oil paper.
- [original oil 5 x 7 seascape - no 2](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-oil-5-x-7-seascape-no-2/) - Original oil seascape painting on 5 x 7 Arches oil paper.
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- [original oil 5 x 7 seascape no. 1](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/original-oil-5-x-7-seascape-no-1/) - Original oil seascape painting on 5 x 7 Arches oil paper.
- [original oil 5 x 7 landscape no. 1](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/1-original-oil-5-x-7-landscape/) - Original oil landscape painting on 5 x 7 Arches oil paper.
- [Black & White Still Life Study](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/black-white-still-life-study/) - original oil on 8 x 10 oil primed linen panel This is a black and white still life study of my silver baby cup and an antique escargot pot. It was done to study values in an art lesson.
- [Goldfinch Study](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/goldfinch-life-study/) - original oil on 9 x 12 oil primed linen panel This is a study of The Goldfinch by Carel Fabritius.
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- [Nice View no. 6](https://missmustardseed.com/shop/nice-view-no-6/) - original oil on 8 x 10 acrylic primed canvas panel Number 6 in the Nice View Series - based on a photo taken in Rochester, MN
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