There’s little that intimidates me more than a blank page. Whether I’m writing, drawing, or just trying to make a list of meals for the coming week, the hardest part is always the beginning. Fortunately, I’m not alone, and we live in an era with life hacks for just about[Read more]
I am beyond pleased to announce that I’m taking this show on the road – all the way to Mt. Vernon, Illinois – for a weekend of creative reuse! The pastor at First Presbyterian Church, Rachel Helgeson, garnered a grant that will allow me to spend three days with my friends[Read more]
I got some great presents for my birthday a couple of weeks ago, from friends and family who really know me – handmade gifts (a pillow made from flour sack towel I fell in love with), guilty pleasures (gel pens), splurges (a Netbook and a new handbag), and a gift[Read more]
I have to share pics from the Arts Center’s annual open house, earlier this week – mostly because the spaces I use to teach and store things may never be this clean/organized again! It’s always fun to see the creative reuse center through the eyes of first-time visitors. Most have[Read more]
So, summer is over (the best part of it anyway) and our little family is getting back into the school year routine – earlier bedtimes, more regular meal times, setting alarms and paying more attention to our to do lists. I don’t know if you noticed, but I took an[Read more]
I take great pride in the fact that my “art of upcycling” classes don’t require the Arts Center to spend much, if any, money on supplies. Consumables – like glue sticks or Sharpies – must be purchased every so often, but all the big stuff is found or donated, and[Read more]