Hey all, it’s been a while! Things have been a little wild here, between shifting careers and finding time to be creative. I want to let you know that I am still around. Just a few updates for those of you who may not know me! Artist and Maker I identify as a female andContinue reading “Artist as Leader”
Author Archives: gracielovecreates
Pizza, but make it Valentine’s
On my way home from work, my partner texted me suggesting I should get a pizza crust ready. He had picked up the supplies for a buffalo chicken pizza, and knowing I’m the household skilled baker, that I could tackle the crust for us. Of course, the message ended with a thoughtful, “if you wouldContinue reading “Pizza, but make it Valentine’s”
Grapes of Wrath
This past winter has been a tough one on us in East Tennessee, the winter storms have downed many trees and created treacherous travel conditions. Although the winter snow if beautiful, finding trees down on your property line creates a larger task: cleanup. Luckily, as we were clearing a large downed tree, we came acrossContinue reading “Grapes of Wrath”
Ringing in the New Year
Do you have any resolutions this year? Or are you trying to find a way to adjust your lifestyle? I’m not usually one to set resolutions, as I don’t want to find out two days in I’ve given up. However, I am all about adjusting my lifestyle if needed and even resetting my mindset. ForContinue reading “Ringing in the New Year”
Deck the Halls
Looking to add some handmade flair to your holiday decorations? Look no further. This year has been full of so many yarn crafts. My partner suggested I keep all of my scraps in case I could ever use them in the future. As pretty as these colorful scraps look in mason jars around our home,Continue reading “Deck the Halls”
Season’s Greetings
What better way to greet someone to your home than a seasonal wreath? Although you may not be hosting guests this year due to the pandemic, your front door could use some seasonal sprucing up. This year I fell in love with a large container of pink and mixed metallic ornaments at the store. LuckilyContinue reading “Season’s Greetings”
Sweater Weather
As the weather gets colder, what better way to enjoy those snowy days at home than with the perfect pair of earrings. As a self-proclaimed polymer clay junkie, I couldn’t think of a better project than to show you how to knit with clay. All you’ll need for this project is a space to workContinue reading “Sweater Weather”
A New Thanksgiving
Hi friends, I hope you have had a wonderful Thanksgiving weekend while staying safe and healthy. Ben and I had Thanksgiving with just the two of us at home. This year was our first adventure of cooking a Thanksgiving for two but also in making an allergen free meal. I recently have chosen to changeContinue reading “A New Thanksgiving”
Feeling Thankful
The season of giving thanks has arrived and what better way to celebrate than with a themed craft. There are so many things I am thankful and every November I strive to be grateful for all that is around me. Although this year may look very different due to the pandemic, I felt it wasContinue reading “Feeling Thankful”
Spooky, but make it cute
October has arrived and what better way to feel festive than with a garland fit for the season?! Today’s #createalong features this DIY Ghost Garland. Looking for that perfect instagram worthy decoration? Look no further with this BOO-tiful decoration. To start, a few things you’ll need: -Print out ghost shape-White and black felt-Poly-fil -Sewing pins-HotContinue reading “Spooky, but make it cute”