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Here’s to new beginnings!
Happy New Year! I hope 2014 is off to a great start for you. I know I’m excited about the possibilities of a new year and I’m eager to start fresh. Like many of you stopping by, I have high hopes for changes and growth this year. High hopes, dreams, and of course a few […]
A stunning season in Colonial Virginia
Hello! All it took was the power of suggestion. Well it may have been a bit more than that – we had been hearing all about Jamestown, the first permanent English Colony, for weeks. My 4th grader’s class had been studying Jamestown in-depth as part of their Virginia history unit. We love trips down […]
The Missing Link Book Blog Tour starts now!
A great big WELCOME to you! It’s finally here: the official release date of my new book, The Missing Link – From Basic to Beautiful Wirework Jewelry. Over the next week you’ll find inspiration, ideas, and plenty of giveaways, so grab a seat and enjoy the book blog tour – I’m glad you joined us! […]
Final Countdown: artBLISS & an interview with polymer clay artist Christine Damm
The final countdown is here! In a little over a week we’ll be packing our tools and heading to artBLISS for a weekend full of workshops and socializing – enjoying the camaraderie of being among like-minded artists. Does this sound good to you? You’re in luck because there are a few seats left […]
Coastal Collection
I’ll admit I’m a collector of many different things. If you’ve stopped by this blog on more than a few occasions, you probably already knew that. I know many of you have that collector gene as well, and I hope you’ll enjoy this post. The great outdoors can be the best place to look for […]
California Dreamin’
The end of summer is upon us (say it isn’t so!). I was faced with this unfortunate realization today when I was out shopping: pumpkin-themed kid’s shirts were on the racks, and I actually spotted a man buying fall decorations – a scarecrow. I believe summer deserves a proper send-off, so I spent some […]
Focus on Life {Beaches and Peaches}
Week 33 is here and the Focus on Life -52 Week photo challenge is all about what is In Season. “What’s in Season where you live? Fruits, vegetables, a certain kind of flower? Or is it bathing suits and beach umbrellas? Scarves or mittens? This week, do some investigating and search for what is in […]
Oh happy day!
Today I received an unexpected surprise! It seemed like an ordinary afternoon – until I saw the mail. A white box from my publisher arrived….could it be? My advance copy of my book, The Missing Link arrived! I wasn’t expecting it so soon! I was SO happy to hold the book in my hands for the […]