I love earrings. When people see me at school pickup, they look to see what earrings I'm wearing. I love being the earring lady. I used to be a pearl girl and would wear the same earrings every day to work. Then the pandemic happened... I stopped wearing makeup and coloring my hair. I love my pared-down routine, but I was feeling a little blah about myself (did I mention I had also recently had a baby?). Anyways, a pair of toucan earrings at Target turned it all around

This year I've written several new gift guides like those for busy moms ( Link ), ocean lovers ( Link ), and besties ( Link ). These guides feature mostly Calling It Something products along with highlighted products from other makers (I love spreading the small business love). This guide is a little different because it's not about what I make but about what I use. These are some of my favorite art supplies and inspiration, perfect for the artist or budding creative in yo

Good friends are such a blessing . They are there in good times and bad, to lift you up when you need a boost, to make you laugh when you don't want to cry, and to let you know that you aren't alone in this wild and crazy life. The fun, colorful, and heartwarming gifts found below celebrate the magic of friendship and say thanks for being you. Matching Moments What gift is better than one you would get yourself? Let the world know you are friends with matching or coordina

For the friend who feels at home by the sea and loves a day at the beach, I have a collection of bold and colorful Ocean Ladies. These stylized female portraits are inspired by my own love of the ocean. Crashing waves and colorful sea creatures bring me calm, while the bright colors bring a smile to my face. These lovely ladies make a wonderful gift for your ocean-loving friend! Everyday Mermaid Moments Prepare them to face the day from farmers' markets to sandy picnics with

Welcome to my first Busy Moms Gift Guide. This gift guide is all about the most critical (and magical) woman in your life. Somehow she manages to do it all and make it look easy (even if it's definitely not). She knows where everything is and when everyone needs to be where, juggling a mental load worthy of a circus headliner. This fabulous woman deserves a gift that brings a smile to her face and makes her day just a little easier. (Note: No offense is intended if the da

The most meaningful gifts are one of a kind. I'm a huge fan of custom gifts. Whether it's a photo gift, something personalized, or an inside joke, a custom gift has a meaning beyond the gift. It also takes extra effort and extra time to make it a reality. So let's get to it and dream up some joyful custom gifts for this holiday season. Family Ornaments One of the first products in my Etsy shop was custom family ornaments. I make one for my family each year. They make a

I love a custom design! It’s so rewarding to help a customer’s dream become a reality.  Whether that be a custom holiday card (more on...

In my previous gift guides, I've written about custom gifts ( Link ) and art as a gift ( Link ). If you want gifts for an artist or...

When we think of art, we might think about paintings and original art or prints, but it can be so much more. When someone has...

What do you get for the person who has everything? Something that is one of a kind! I'm a huge fan of custom gifts. Whether it's a...

If you are interested in having your holiday cards designed just for you, please reach out. I would love to make your vision come to...

Note: If reading is not for you, and I don't blame you. Scroll to the bottom for a link to my tutorial on YouTube. I will start this...

We have a book problem... and a toy problem... and a too much kid's artwork problem... and now they are getting into Legos. Something...