I found an old video from 2020 where I made three different wood slice ornaments, back when my son was nine and wandering through every project I filmed. I’ve refreshed the instructions, updated the links, and pulled all three ornament ideas together — pinecones, JOY letters, and mandala dots — for a quick, meaningful holiday craft you can finish in one cozy afternoon.
IOD moulds can look intimidating, but they’re more forgiving than you think. This beginner-friendly guide shows how to use moulds with air-dry clay, resin, and food-safe projects without overthinking the process.
An old flannel shirt that was headed for the donation pile became something unexpected. A reflection on creativity, sustainability, and the freedom that comes from starting with something you’re willing to lose.
I didn’t realize how much I’d been carrying until life forced me to set it all down. This is the story of shifting my creative life, letting go of what no longer fits, and stepping into a new version of myself with room to breathe.
A week of preparing for guests in a house that’s still mid-project and mid-life. A small reflection on hosting, raising a teenager, welcoming family, and learning to make a home that feels like us — imperfect, warm, and real.
