Thanksgiving is over...Christmas is coming and then a New Year's Day Open House.....it is definitely a busy season as usual! But, I love it all, especially Christmas.What a wonderful Thanksgiving! We served 23 people and there was enough for leftovers (the best part!). My little 2yr old grandson showed off his karate skills which was too cute! He … [Read more...]

That title comes from my hubby. In their business, custom architectural signage, they are always having WIP meetings. It really fits my life because I am a work in progress, ever changing, ever evolving in my personal, emotional and spiritual growth. And then there's the house....definitely a WIP if there ever was one!Here is the living room, not … [Read more...]

I have this disorder that I haven't told you about.  I am an impatient decorator.  This has led to poor  decision making in the past and I am really  (REALLY REALLY REALLY)  trying to be more patient.  I want to be like this: Serene in the face of chaos.  Guess that's why I'm not at angel status yet.  God has placed me in the midst of this … [Read more...]

I have just completed the next dress I will be putting on my Etsy site and as I was working, I was constantly reminded of my grandmothers. I wanted to share some of the legacy they have left me as I know many of you could tell some of the same stories of your grandmother(s).I had a pretty sad childhood. I won't go into many details here but it was … [Read more...]

This is the beginning of a VERY, VERY, busy time for all of us! The holiday season is here with Thanksgiving looming only a couple weeks away! I can hardly believe it. It's a dangerous time for me because this season is my very favorite. It's dangerous because I can easily become overwhelmed as I try and create good experiences for everyone. I love … [Read more...]

It's one of those days I so enjoy...just doing general housekeeping. Now, lest you think I'm the gal who likes scrubbing toilets and cleaning the oven...let me reassure you. I am talking about other housekeeping....straightening the studio, washing linens that will be used to create new things, making the small parts that are needed for the next … [Read more...]

I don't know if you have seen the new Somerset Home mag but this issue is really nice! I love their pictures and am always inspired by one of their magazines. I have to keep a paper and pencil next to me while I look because my brain is just a whirlwind of ideas. I don't know how you create but my creativity happens all the time and usually when I … [Read more...]

One of the most beautiful sites I follow is French Country Cottage....beautiful pictures of what you wish your house looked like....as opposed to mine right now! Courtney is doing a great giveaway with a book from one of the most celebrated designers of our time....Carolyn Rohem. Next to John Saladino, and Mark Hampton.....she is one of my faves. … [Read more...]