We've Moved!

The time has finally come.

Itty Bitty Anthro DIY: Candy Cane Pom Garland

DIY Holiday Gift Guide: Useful Gifts

It's full-blown Holiday Gift Season.

"I Love Bread" Cutting Board DIY

Because we all love bread.

Brick Tire Magnets DIY

Back in my Toys R Us days, October was fondly referred to as BRICKtober.

Agate Coasters DIY

It's officially Fall now, so we need to start talking about holiday gifts.
I know you may not be ready for this, but it's time.

Itty Bitty Anthro DIY: Faux Sheepskin Rug

This gorgeous Faux Sheepskin Rug at Anthropologie is so alluring.

Moon Clock DIY

“But if you come at just any time, I shall never know at what hour my heart is to be ready to greet you.”   - Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, The Little Prince

Flannel Mountain Hand Warmer DIY

The mountains make me happy.

Succulent Fall Wreath DIY

It's the first day of Fall, and it definitely felt Fall-y this morning.
Brrr!

INKtober

My favorite self-portrait, inspired by INKtober.

"Be Nice or Leave" Cross Stitch Sign DIY

During the last few weeks working as a librarian before summer vacation, I became desperate for lesson plans that would entertain my restless students.

Denver Coliseum Mineral, Fossil, & Gem Show

I spent my entire Saturday at the Denver Coliseum Mineral, Fossil, & Gem Show with my neighbor - and let me tell you: it did not disappoint.

Kindergarten Logic

I've been at my new job for almost a month, and I'm happy to report that it's going pretty well.

I'm learning so much and attempting to navigate the world of professional dress (think... nylons and blazers...yeah...).  

Itty Bitty Anthro DIY: "Oversized" Zinc Letters

Anthropologie's Oversized Zinc Letters are somewhat of a staple for the store.

Vintage Jewelry Box Terrarium DIY

This DIY project stemmed from those vintage shopping moments of,

"Oooh! This item is fantastic except for (fill in the blank with some unsightly detail)."

Jonathan Adler Inspired Ring Dish DIY

My beautiful friends Shuchi and Kyle invited me to their Indian wedding, and I could not be more excited about it.

Itty Bitty Anthro DIY: Arbor Planter

My lovely friend Sarah once told me, "A house without plants and books concerns me."

Happy Cats Haven - Fostering & The Kitten Lady

Look who I met - The Kitten Lady!

(updated) Book Safe DIY

Waaaaaay back in 2012 when I originally dreamed up this blog, Secret Book Safe DIY was one of my very first tutorials.

Here Lies Geoffrey the Giraffe; A Story of Corporate Greed

Carved Stamp Mountain Range Towel DIY

“It's the sides of the mountain which sustain life, not the top. Here's where things grow…but of course, without the top you can't have any sides. It's the top that defines the sides.” 

― Robert M. Pirsig, Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance

Denver Gem & Mineral Show

This is my rock haul.

Miriam's House

I did it!

I sold my first miniature piece in an art gallery!

Monogram Pot Holder DIY

Recently, I spent an afternoon exploring the gorgeous Denver Botanic Gardens with my neighbor and instantly fell in love with the place.  

Itty Bitty Anthro DIY: Vector Dishware

These dishes are about the same size as the spare change in your purse.

Desk Zen Garden DIY

Fuzzy Little Jelly Beans

The Easter Bunny left us a little gift on Friday:

Scrabble Tile Coasters DIY

Let's make some Scrabble tile-inspired coasters today.

Mini Brick Castle Play Set DIY

Here in Colorado, we don't exactly have a plethora of romantic, elaborate architecture.