Piedmont Woodland Edge Garden

I never remember to take before pics of garden areas that I jump into on an overdue whim (like – it has bugged me enough & I want to be done with the weeds) and I just go for it. This area which was getting ready to burst with garlic mustard seeds, mile-a-minute weed, Japanese […]

Glaze Firing Ceramic Beads

I find that working in batches is most comfortable for me. I like to make a bunch of pieces, then bisque them, then have my choice of "matching" up pairs, glazing them at the same time, then if they make it out if the kiln, they are tied up as a pair. May seem a […]

A Garden Grows No Matter What

There is that lingering feeling of frustration, forgetting, having to do something that wakes one up at 4am. Seems like I am finding that routine once more – but I think it may be a good way to get things done… My garden is a good reminder of how life goes on regardless of deadlines […]

Hanging Ceramic Vases: Seed Pod Collectors

These small hanging vases are intended to hold little dried flowers, seed pods, and the like (not for holding water). They started out as teeny bead cones, then got larger and instead of poking a hole through it – they had hanging holes inserted by the main opening. My daughter is a collector and brings […]