Why: I decided to start this shop out of curiosity more than anything. My day job doesn't lend itself to creativity, so this is my outlet (although I'd love for this to become my day job!). I enjoy trying new things and learning how to work with all sorts of mediums, from paper to fabric, and ink to pastels. There is still so much to try! Most of what I design and create comes from my love of the subject (i.e., my colonial house sketch=love of historic architecture) or just trying to capture a cuteness factor (Giraffe's Day Out). I love making others smile when they see something I've created. There should be more smiles in the world!

About Me: I have a degree in Interior Design. I also dabble in Architecture, and am fascinated with historic buildings and homes. I like to dabble in all sorts of media, so I tend to have a wide array of items in my shop. I have felt the need to be creative ever since the first time I picked up a crayon during kindergarten art time. I've moved around quite a bit, but now reside in Ohio, not far from my native state of Michigan. I enjoy doing all sorts of creative things: drawing, sewing, designing, cooking, baking, decorating, and just generally staying busy. These hobbies make me feel like I'm home. I decided to try making my ideas, designs and doodles into functional items that can be used every day. I am thankful to have a husband who is so incredibly supportive of my shop here, and is just as excited as I am when I make a sale.

My Philosophy of Art and Design: I believe that functionality is essential to the design of any object; otherwise, if you can't use it for something, then it's just going to collect dust and eventually find its way to the attic. However, I think that functionality can come in the form of providing amusement to another person, which is the purpose of my handmade notepads, needle felted items, and hand-painted jewelry. I hope you will find that my shop contains items of a functional and amusing nature!