Pine Cone Alley Studio is sponsored by bravery, gumption, and derring-do. Instinct. That itchy feeling in your hands when the good idea strikes. In our cozy little backyard shed, we bring what-ifs to life.

Welcome to our family makery! We make clay vessels and visual art. We make dusty vintage treasures shine anew. Then we make the kids another snack. We'll make you a snack too, if you stop by.

Here's how all this came to be:

Tired of living a big city lifestyle whilst pining for small town simplicity, we packed up two households and headed East. Our family of seven landed in Bend, Oregon -- a charming, down-to-earth town with all the fresh air, blue skies, and community sensibilities we could ask for.

We renovated two houses and let the dust settle. For about five minutes. Donna needed a space to get her hands into clay, paint, and pencils. Kacey needed a spot for a laptop and lightbox. Amy needed a quiet place to sit and let the words flow. Pine Cone Alley Studio was born.