I found it at a thrift store for five dollars. It was red, scuffed, covered in old stickers, and had that particular smell that vintage things get when they have been stored somewhere interesting for a few decades. I had no idea if it was worth anything. I had no idea what I was going…
These days, there is something oddly magical about opening the mailbox and finding a real card. Not a bill. Not junk mail. An actual handwritten note. Most of us rarely get them anymore, which is exactly why a handmade card feels special now. I started making simple stamped greeting cards for two reasons. First, I…
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.
Ever wonder how big IOD moulds really are? I measured them all—from ten-inch mermaids to five-inch sunflowers—so you can plan your next project before you pour. Plus, I’ve linked tutorials from the IOD Sisters and Debi Beard to show how size affects design.