Book Plates

I know most people read books on tablets, but I still love a real book. And if you love real books, then you've got to have real bookplates. The elephant motif is hand colored. And Detroit is...Detroit. Don't forget the Motor City. Ever.

Love is in the air!

My sister Michele was born on Valentine's Day, so it's always been a special day in our family. This year my sister celebrates a milestone birthday. Her energy is inspiring, her imagination boundless and her love all encompassing. My Valentine's Day cards were made with her in mind.

Holiday Boutique

 I am loving the garlands and ornaments I've made for the Mt. Olive Lutheran Pre-School Holiday Boutique! There are several different designs available for the garlands and the lantern ornaments add a really festive touch for the holidays. Please stop by tomorrow, December 1st,  anytime between 9:00 and 3:00 to see all of the goodies!
Mt. Olive Lutheran Pre-School
1343 Ocean Park Boulevard
Santa Monica, California.

Holiday Boutique

I am excited about the upcoming Holiday Boutique at Mt. Olive Lutheran Pre-School. I've been working non-stop creating a lot of new items~garlands, wreaths, ornaments and gift tags~that I'm very excited about. I hope that if you're in Santa Monica on Saturday you'll stop by and say hello.

Birthday Wishes!

My family and friends are all "old school." I actually get handwritten cards in the mail for my birthday. It's awesome. I have a stash of cards that I've saved over the years. If there was a fire, that box is one if the things I'd grab. So I hope that these two cards inspire you to sit down and write a note to someone you love!

      

Turning something old into something new

 I love finding unusual papers and creating something new with them. The inspiration for this new set of cards came from a roll of vintage French wallpaper that I found in Carmel, California. The images were meticulously cut out and mounted on a subtle ivory patterned background with a soft pink blush card as the base. I added just a bit of glitter for that sparkle that I love. The urn, basket and wheel barrow designs have a traditional French feel and I love the whimsy of the windmill. Très joli!

Happy Spring!

This bunny is ready to hop! I've been busy getting ready for Easter, inspired by my beautiful new nephew who will be celebrating his first Easter. I love the Babaloo font, designed by my friend Lisa Holtzman. It adds that perfect touch of whimsy!