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I love using materials that already have character and show the weathering of time.  There is something about transforming found, abandoned, and discarded items into new pieces that brings me joy.

HAPPINESS is a way of travel, not a destination. –Roy GoodmanWorking on new pieces for events this Spring.  My version of a ‘happy camper’ to make hearts smile (Proverbs 15:13). 

“The Mountains Are Calling And I Must Go…” John MuirFollowing your heart and dreams can be a scary thing.  We all have something good we desire to do or be.  However, so many “what if’s” can come to mind and keep us stuck in one place (like we are in quicksand….or quick (very quick) drying […]

“For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord. And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger. And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, […]

Is it December? We have had beautiful weather in Virginia. I was able to work outside, clean off my porch, and add a few simple touches of Christmas! I’m talking very simple here!!!  I added to the mix a green rusty bird feeder and rotors off my jeep.  My husband changed the brake pads and […]

My turquoise truck (see it HERE) inspired me to transform these old coasters into Christmas ornaments.  By using resources I had on hand, I made these fun rustic ornaments within minutes. Here’s how I did it: