I am finishing the year with working on another portrait commission of a Shih Tzu. This is the 2nd portrait I have done of the family dog. Unfortunately this cutie...

This commissioned 8x8in oil portrait is two Savannah cats that were sisters. These beautiful cats have the most amazing looking fur that I will try to recreate in this portrait...

This Tabby cat portrait is a small 5"x 5" in oil, which is ideal for gift giving. It's small size is easy to fit on a side table and a...

  This small miniature room box measures about 6.5 x 5.5 inches and shows the interior of a sewing room. The room box was made as a commissioned gift for...

This shabby chic cottage door is so much fun to make and looks fantastic, especially if you work at it a bit with a little bit of embellishment here and...

The dwarves are in their cabin and have prepared everything for Snow White's visit. The table is set with sweets and just as the last plate of cookies is being...

It's not often that I come across a product that I just totally fall in love with. However this vintage leather journal by Wanderings has cast its spell on me....

I wanted to make a large wooden spool for some lace I had to use as a prop for my miniatures. In the video below I share the step by...

One of my earliest floral pieces which has sold long ago, but has been added as prints in my store. it can be ordered in a variety of sizes, as...

As I was taking photos of Teddy at the Tailors I thought this image would make such an adorable print. This image is available as prints from my Printify store....

Now that most of us are hopefully following a stay at home order the limited amount of social interaction means less new stimulation. A great way to pass the time is...

It's not often that I come across a product that I just totally fall in love with. However this vintage leather journal by Wanderings has cast its spell on me....

I wanted to make a large wooden spool for some lace I had to use as a prop for my miniatures. In the video below I share the step by...

Goji berries have been used in traditional Chinese medicine for 2000 years are are considered a super fruit because they help boost the immune system, improve

Every time I visit Starbucks I try to see if I can figure out how to make my favorite drinks. One of them is the Cinnamon Dolce Latte (Sweet Cinnamon),...

  Summer is the best time for BBQ and having great sauces on hand can add variety to your dishes. BBQ'd chicken with Steak sauce takes on a completely new...

The planters are just too adorable! The figures look like they are made out of concrete, however they are made of resin and each have a drainage hole at the...

Photo via Landscape Magazine Recently I came across a wonderful DIY project in the British magazine Landscape that I thought was pretty clever. If you use fresh herbs and are...

When I need a break from working in the studio, I love to head outside into the garden and pick some flowers. It is a relaxing task that requires little...

Get It Here Summer can mean hot and muggy days, days when we all suffer and want nothing more than to sit in front of a fan to cool down....

Todays' blog post is sponsored by Sacred Lotus Love Drinking tea, whether hot or cold is such a gratifying experience, especially if you are looking for more health conscience drink alternatives...

Peak lice season can be during the time that kids attend summer camp or through the first month of the school year.  Lice outbreaks occur at camp, school, daycare, or...

The love and care that has gone into making something by hand shows and that's why I have been on quest lately to show my support for the artisan community...

A Holland Lop is a very affectionate rabbit that likes to form a close, lasting bond with their owner.  My Barley loves to interact and is not at all shy...

Most people who love to snuggle with their pets can't turn a blind eye on the pleading looks their pets give them when it comes to bedtime and jumping on...

I love airtight containers to seal in freshness and have been looking for a pretty jar to store my chocolates in that's not too big or too small. If you are...

Although this Drill set is meant for Manicures and Pedicures  I like to share how I use this nifty tool. When I build 1/12 scale miniatures out of thin craft...

  Today's blog post is sponsored by Easyob If you do a lot of crafts, you probably also end up with a lot of bits and pieces of trash all...