I’m not a huge fan of Mother’s Day except when it comes to cards. I love the idea of telling people in our lives, mothers and those who have served as mothers to us, what we love about them. Getting a special hand-written card in the mail or tucked into a gift means so much.…
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Every idea starts messy, keep moving
The messiness of our ideas can often be daunting or discouraging. But if we stick through the mess, if we keep working on the idea, we not only end up with something polished and powerful, we set ourselves apart from the 90% of others who gave up…. It’s tempting to step back from the moments…
The Show, The Show!
My first show (that’s kind of strange to say) is hung. I am so proud to see my letterpress prints at Skin Touch Therapy, a favorite place of mine. Brian, the owner, is a delight. And I’m thrilled he asked if I was interested in hanging my work for two months. Friend Elizabeth Seaver (from…
Working Late
You know it’s not work when you head to the studio at night (especially for someone who really hates to stay up.) I had a custom order and wanted to see how the plate looked printed. Here it is and my inky hand, too. Of course, it was nothing but fun. Thanks for the Etsy…
A Gift of an Afternoon– Reading
My friend, Helen, stopped by with a gem, a Type Specimen book from 1906. A page turner, at least for someone who has become obsessed with letterpress printing. The ads, in particular, are fascinating. One advertisement reads: Spring Tours For Men of Leisure, Tired Ministers, Etc. Hmmmmmm. It’s time for my nap.