For a while I was obsessed with painting glass of every type. Wine glasses, plates, vases, and…salt & pepper shakers. Their surface is so smooth, it’s irresistible to a paint …

Kitty Kat Caravan
Why should humans be the only ones with fashionable luggage tags? Before my kids came along I obviously had too much time on my hands. I wanted only the best …

Snow Cream!
We awoke to a couple of inches of snow this morning! This is such a rare occurrence around here these days…not like the feet (or what seemed like it) of …

Bowling, Anyone?
A few years ago I headed up a project at my dad’s business to do a corporate museum chronicling the company’s 30+ year storied history. The company headquarters are located …

Goodbye, Old Friends
I’ve been a cat lover all my life (much to the dismay of my parents in my earlier years), despite being allergic to the little fur balls. Not too long …

Give Me Some Sugar!
My friends and I recently hosted a baby shower for another friend who is due in two weeks! She and her husband decided not to find out the sex of …

Flower Power
Five little blue beads were wired together with a bigger red coral bead to make this jeweled flower. I strung it on a brown leather cord. Also looks great on …

Crazy Quilt Purse
Take one vintage crazy quilt. Add a leopard ribbon handle. Finish with a vintage rhinestone brooch and voila! You have a smashing little evening purse. I’ve gotten so many compliments …

Purse with Vintage Tie Handle
This little purse comes with a pinch of vintage. I used two placemats from Crate & Barrel and sewed them together. An old tie of my dad’s serves as a …

Orange Leather Cuff Bracelet
I love orange! It’s my new red (my former favorite color and still a close second). I wrapped turquoise stones and wire around this cuff for a striking bracelet. The …