how I manage home decorating/renovation projects
A few weeks ago, I received this e-mail from a reader and I thought I would share it along with the answer to how I manage my home renovation projects. Here is an excerpt from the e-mail… “I know you’re extremely busy, but if you haven’t already done so, I would really love to see […]
house plans from a middle school mind
For the eighth grade yearbook, we were asked what we wanted to be when we grew up. Listed under my picture of me wearing teased bangs and a white turtleneck peeking out of a red cable knit sweater, it read “Actress or an Architect”. You know, two things that are pretty compatible. I’ve always laughed […]
antique French pump inkwell
I have always been fascinated by old things, things that were made before modern manufacturing, before computers and electricity. I marvel at the ingenuity and problem-solving abilities of their creators. I initially bought this inkwell because…well, I just love art supplies, ink wells, beautiful dip pens, and the like, and I had missed out on […]
this is the project I’ve been working on…
For the past several months, I have mentioned here and there that I’ve been working on various projects – writing, working on my house, and doing photo shoots. These smaller projects are all a part of one big project. This project hasn’t been a secret one, but I wanted to wait to announce it until […]
five things | antique & vintage art supplies
Antique and vintage art supplies have become one of my favorite things to shop for and collect. As I’ve hunted for them, I’ve learned that they are not the easiest thing to find! I think that makes the hunt even more exciting, but it can also be frustrating when you’re hoping to find something specific. […]
diy art | framing old pieces of paper
I sometimes think we overcomplicate things when it comes to decorating. I’m included in that statement! We think we need to buy new things and update along with the trends, but we really don’t. Decorating can and should be a simple, joy-filled process. It should be a journey of learning how to represent yourself and […]
pear platter, prints, & tips on licensing artwork
When I first started painting, I wasn’t planning on selling my original works or prints. I just didn’t think my work would be “good enough.” I figured it was something I would do for my own enjoyment, as a side hobby. Well, if you’ve followed me for any length of time, you know I have […]
organizing the sewing room closet | plus tips
As tidy as I am, there are spaces in my house that get out of control or have never been organized properly since we moved in. Such was the case with the closet in my sewing room and it was time I got around to organizing it. I will say right up front that it’s […]