I’ve been slightly obsessed with little houses and cities for a while now. You can tell if you check out my mini paintings on Etsy. I don’t think that obsession is going to let up any time soon. Isn’t this watercolor adorable?
Read More10 Fun Typography & Hand Lettering Posters To Lift Your Spirits
Yesterday I was searching for some typography ideas and I came across a whole world of fun designs that I wanted to share with you! I love typography and all the subtle details that make it work, like spacing, kerning & tracking, color, layout, and my favorite word, Ligatures (for more on that word and other definitions, PSD TUTS+ has a wonderful...
Read MoreMy Grandmother’s Doing
Yesterday marked the 8th year since my grandmother passed away. I called her Grandma, but most people that knew her called her Queenie. Oh, was she ever a queen – her sense of style and her flair for life were definitely regal. She wasn’t very grandmotherly, but she loved us and showed it in her own way. I think many of my fond memories for her...
Read MoreCats and Bow Ties
I could make patterns all day, every day, forever, I think. I just can’t get enough of the pattern fun, so when Spoonflower announced the Geek Chic fabric contest I was all in. Turns out, I didn’t win, but I’m still very happy about the fabric I created and think it’s super fun. I mean, who doesn’t love geeky cats, with bow...
Read MoreBack From A Slice Of Heaven
Are you too hard on yourself or do you give yourself a break? Before I left on my honeymoon, I was worried about taking so much time off and away from my business. It’s silly, but I was worried what everyone on the outside would think, like I’m a slacker for taking a vacation. I thought, should I bring my computer along. Seriously Kim, on your...
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