Proof of Life | Journal Entry No. 16

Proof of Life | Journal Entry No. 16

  I had been in Italy for almost a month teaching art workshops for Daune Pitman and the trip was ending with time to rest in Florence. It was the day before heading back to the US and Daune and I had planned to catch the fast train to Arezzo for the once a month...
March 2024 Beauty Round-Up | Beauty Found

March 2024 Beauty Round-Up | Beauty Found

In 2019 I traveled more than I have ever traveled. I had more trips throughout the US and Europe than ever before and my companion on these trips was the book Ninth Street Women by Mary Gabriel and my stitching.  This month for our beauty round-up of free beauty found...
Opportunities To Create Together

Opportunities To Create Together

I wanted to quickly share some of the ways we can create together on our site but also other collaborations I am honored to be a part of.   Art Rituals through Everything Art I’m a part of Art Rituals – a new mini course available now at Everything Art. Build...
What is Inspiring Me | February 2024

What is Inspiring Me | February 2024

I wanted to share more of what I am reading, watching, listening to and learning etc. There is so much beauty all around us and we have to be intentional to make sure that what we consume (watch, read, listen to, learn) feeds us in beautiful ways. BUT the other...
Do My Actions Align with My Words?

Do My Actions Align with My Words?

YEARS AGO we were hiking in the mountains around Vail. As we came out into a meadow I saw a woman sitting on a rock with her watercolors out and capturing the field. As we passed her I whispered to Kelly, “Someday, I want that to be me”. He answered why...
February 2024 Beauty Round-Up | Beauty Found

February 2024 Beauty Round-Up | Beauty Found

I am constantly in awe of the beauty that is all around me if I have my eyes open to it. Sometimes I find it in late night conversations around our kitchen table, listening to the words and music coming from the hearts of our kids, seeing little boys becoming men,...
Part Five | Our Home is Officially on the Market

Part Five | Our Home is Officially on the Market

Thank you for reliving with me the journey to our current home. It was wild, faith building, beautiful and at many points heart crushing. So many emotions came back up as I re-read my heart from eight years ago. I am reminded again that the Lord gets my attention with...
The Art of Wintering | A Free Instant Access Course

The Art of Wintering | A Free Instant Access Course

The changing of seasons can always be an invitation for reflection and sometimes change. It is a physical reminder around us to take the time to notice the changes within us. Whether you are finding yourself in need of finding beauty and rest in the slower season of...
My Favorites if you are Heading to Round Top, Texas

My Favorites if you are Heading to Round Top, Texas

Come and experience Round Top with Paige Hull and Jeanne Oliver.  You will be staying at The Vintage Round Top in the heart of all the markets! You’ll be welcomed with an opening meet-up with cocktails and appetizers as we share our knowledge and passion for shopping...
I am a Maker

I am a Maker

    I guess I knew I was a maker almost before I knew anything else was true. Like breathing, I knew to make.   I was the maker on the sidewalk with chalk covered hands, in the front sunroom of the house on Center Street playing school, under the big...
Perfect Stocking Stuffer to Give or Get | JO Gift Cards

Perfect Stocking Stuffer to Give or Get | JO Gift Cards

If you are looking for a last minute gift to give (or to suggest to someone else:-)) you can quickly and easily order one of our gift cards.  The gift card can be any amount you want, it is emailed right away (or can be scheduled) and can be used for online courses,...
December | Inspired By

December | Inspired By

I wanted to share more of what I am reading, watching, listening to and learning etc. There is so much beauty all around us and we have to be intentional to make sure that what we consume (watch, read, listen to, learn) feeds us in beautiful ways. BUT the other...