If your hands look like this, it's been a good day. I had such a wonderful Mother's Day! The kids had their easel set up next to mine in the backyard and we painted the afternoon away! We were all inspired the previous weekend having gone to open studios at 17th Avenue, 17thavenuestudios.org. If you ever have the chance, I highly recommend it! … [Read more...]
Inspiration
Not only did the kids learn a lot and have a great time exploring some wonderful local places this week, I was very inspired by the beauty around me. … [Read more...]
Fun learning outdoors this week!
We've had such a fun "school" week outdoors! We went to Harvey West Park, I don't get over there very often and forget how beautiful it is! I should know, it's where I got married after all! We went to play with friends at the playground, but as the nature lovers we are, were drawn into the forest. We walked along a path and found a little stream, … [Read more...]
My Cats Sleep in the Weirdest Places!
Two fat cats, trying to curl up on one dining chair. Barely successful. One very early morning, I awoke to the sound of crashing, like bottles being thrown on the floor. I look up from my bed to see things flying out of the cupboard under the sink in my bathroom, with no sign of anyone around! Poltergeist?! Or crazy cat who had a grudge against … [Read more...]
Holiday Wreaths HALF OFF TODAY!
Come get your beautiful holiday door wreath for half the price today! I'll be at the Holiday Art & Craft Fair from 9am-4pm at Simpkins Family Swim Center in Santa Cruz. Large wreaths normally $30, will be selling for just $15!! Plus you get a coupon for 15% off my Etsy store with any purchase! Or pick up fragrant eucalyptus wreath (looks … [Read more...]
I will be selling at these Holiday Craft Fairs!
Come visit me and see my wreaths, stockings, and other crafts at these craft fairs in Santa Cruz- I will be at the Monarch Craft Fair at the Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium in Santa Cruz, CA Sat, Dec 3rd from 11am-4pm. Admission is FREE to event visitors!Procedes from this fair benefit public alternative education and your … [Read more...]
Making Holiday Wreaths
I've been working on making holiday wreaths for some upcoming craft fairs (details to come). These wreath's are so simple to make I thought I'd share them with you. I found some wicker wreaths at Goodwill and removed the old decorations some of them had. As you can see, I had some help! Then wrapped them with pretty ribbon and hot glued some new … [Read more...]
Giving time of year!
It's the holiday season and, though I love warmer weather, it's my favorite because it's the season of giving! Some easy ways to give are with these charities close to my heart: Shop for beautiful handmade jewelry, cards, & more at http://www.shopsanctuary.org/. All items are made by human trafficing survivors and your purchase helps them make … [Read more...]
