Michelle's Blog

The picture below is of my great grandparents, my grandma and her siblings as they were heading from NY to the west coast. They were a farming family and continued to be, until they passed away. I have such fond...

Found a clever way to transport a snack plate to a friends for dinner. Also, thanks to Dani & Thomas, discovered these stuffed pimentos & grilled olives from Trader Joe’s. Bike rides with friends are the best! I love summer...

I’ve been thinking about this topic quite a lot lately. I’m over 50 now and who knows how long I will have a strong and healthy body to travel and see all the things I still want to see. I’m...

The smell of the Creosote plant is strong & lovely right now. My grand helped me gather a couple sprigs to pretty up the nook in our “cozy” room. It’s so pretty. The Tucson Sonoran Desert has inspiration blooming everywhere...

So I decided to join a group of creatives doing a 100 day challenge. The challenge is open to anyone and it can involve anything you want it to be. It could be a build up of little things to...

What happens when EIGHT ARTISTS (several who didn’t know each other) decide to meet up in Oaxaca, Mexico?! Let me just start by saying, @gaylekabaker was very thoughtful in gathering a group together that had a lot in common but...

Discovering my passion for art was an unexpected turn in my life journey. I drew a lot when I was a child. My mom was an artist, and I was always in awe of what she could create. I never...

Well, THAT was fun! We introduced a lot of beautiful and clever new clocks at the Atlanta Gift Show last week. It was great to have two signings so I could see and hang out with many of our customers!...

I love December for hot drinks, sitting by the fire, friends & family gatherings and celebrating the birth of Jesus! This year we’ll be staying down in Tucson, AZ for Christmas. My mom will be coming down to join us...

Fall/Winter brings all the feels. Even in Tucson, Arizona where we can still ride our bikes with short sleeve jerseys by mid-day! I love this time of year. I start lighting candles, planning inside projects, nesting and thinking about what...

It’s been a busy past month! I’ve been painting a lot (it feels amazing!), family & house stuff, sick twice😩 and I did the @cycleoregon ride! I’ve spent the last couple of months building up my miles to prepare for...

Of course, one of them is creating. I have an incessant need to create & make. It gives me a sense of accomplishment seeing ideas come to life and having something tangible to show for my day. Don’t get me...

This past month has been filled with new projects, family and summer fun...  I sewed this pair of pants, which has been on my “want to do” list FOREVER! The lovely Anna Miller was a wonderful and patient teacher. I can’t...

What’s currently inspiring me? Being back in the PNW and walking through Portland’s Alberta neighborhood! The area is full of art, murals and color. Such a good way to get the creative juices flowing. And always love a good graffiti/street...

Things that are inspiring me at the moment… I did a 50 for 50 list back in October when I turned 50. It’s mostly fun stuff since those tend to be the things I put off and don’t seem to...

From history to current day so many women inspire me!!! Because women are AWESOME, kind, strong, smart, clever and all things wonderful! Don’t you agree?!To name a few though...I have to start with my mom. My mom, AKA Karla Dornacher,...

I wanted to take a minute to tell you all about #cupFULL2022. It was an artist challenge issued by myself, Lori Siebert (@lorisiebert.studio), Sharon Nullmeyer (@nullsie), Jo Turner (@joturnerillustration), and Kenzie Kae (@snippetsofwhimsy) over on Instagram for the month of...

I’m so excited to share my top 4 needs for a Home Art Studio! Read on to see photos, art, and some of my favorite things! I was recently asked by Redfin to give my tips on creating an ideal home art studio space,...

What is more fun than filling a home with plants??? We are big fans of beautiful plants, and enthusiasts of fun planters! The only thing more fun than filling a space with plants is filling a home with plants planted...

I love painting abstract florals and I love lots of color! And this is why you will find me painting lots of cheerful florals. Painting and being creative feeds my soul in ways that nothing else can. I'm sure a...