A couple weeks ago I was commissioned to create two small faux floral arrangements for an older couple in Idaho. This cute couple recently moved into a tiny modular home. This is a second marriage for both, and together they have 14 children, all of whom are out on their own. His first wife endured years of costly medical issues before she passed a few years ago…
Read MoreLast week I had two lovely ladies come and learn how to make hand tied floral bouquets to give to family and friends for May Day. I found this information about the history of May Day from a shop in Utah County called…
Read MoreLast spring, my daughter and I took a class at “Noble House Furniture and Design” in Bountiful, Utah. https://noblehousedesign.com The focus of this class was to learn how to decorate our outdoor spaces into places that are comfortable and inviting…
Read MoreYou might remember the post I did about the Christmas decorations I arranged in our front planter bed. We enjoyed them so much; I decided to give them a little springtime upgrade…
Read MoreSix months ago I took some things to be framed at Rensel Studio in Ogden, Utah. I knew it would take some time as they are in high demand because of their unique and artistic flair in framing. The three items I took in were worth the wait…
Read MoreTaking a pause this week to finish up a fun project I’ve been working on since September. Hundreds of hours, and I’ve loved every second! Here’s a teaser on what’s to come in the full post next week. And yes, I’ve been sewing my little fingers off…
Read MoreOn a recent visit to Trader Joe’s I noticed they had bundles of Pussy Willows. After what has felt like 72 days of January, the emergence of this early spring stem brings LIGHT to my heart and soul…
Read MoreAs I continue to work toward the marketing stage of “Candle in the Window,” I’ve been excited to work on designing my brand. To do this, I’ve been in the research and gathering stage…
Read MoreRon and I moved to Kaysville in October 1986. Our oldest daughter was just five months old. We were blessed to build a brand-new home that we lived in for 21 years. Much longer than we ever anticipated. To qualify for the loan, we had to cut two feet off each side of the house…
Read MoreChristmas came quickly this year, and I’ve been a little sad that I didn’t get all the decorations up I had planned on. The trees didn’t make it to the front porch; however, I did get them re-potted, replacing the heavy rocks with spray foam, and that was a great accomplishment…
Read MoreEach year I make about 100 ornaments/gifts for some of the ladies whom I do personal shopping for, as well as for Ron and me to give to friends and family. Rarely are these projects simple or easy, and some years they take a lot more time than others. This year’s gift actually started as an idea at least 15 years ago…
Read MoreMy second week in London at the Judith Blacklock Flower School was just as inspiring and joyful in learning new skills as the first week…
Read MoreOn July 5th I had the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to travel to London for a two week intensive master’s course in floristry. In May I had the thought come to seek more floral design training…
Read MoreThis week’s post is a little early due to scheduling this week. :) If you’re looking for a fun and easy sewing project, this is a good one. I started sewing when I was three years old. I would find scraps in the garbage can in the sewing room, and create what I thought were amazing gifts for all those I loved…
Read MoreA few years ago I saw the cutest orchid plant wrapped in a moss ball at Sun River Gardens in Orem, Utah. They actually offer classes where you can go and make your own. This type of plant presentation is called Kokedama…
Read MoreOne of my favorite things is when I get a phone call from one of my “littles” – who are all growing up way too fast – asking if I will make their Baptism dress. This is the fourth one now…
Read MoreOne of my favorite decorations to make for all the different holidays are these quick and easy felt ball garlands. Meredith and her cute mom Nancy have been doing craft shows for many years here in Utah - including Swiss Days, The Holiday Market…
Read MoreRecently my printer died and I had to get a new one. This is never one of my favorite things to do. I don’t know if any of you are like me, but I struggle with change. This week I needed to make more wedding…
Read MoreYou’ve seen the popular wreaths made from coffee filters with the ribbon bundles hanging from them right? These have been popular for quite a few years now. I smile each time I see one, as ribbon makes my heart happy, and when my heart is happy my life is en-LIGHT-ened…
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