Being creative, taking care of family, running a business …. life is so full of things that ‘need’ to be done. Often we forget to slow down a little or take time out. When I’m online it’s uaually for business related reasons. I don’t get much time these days for the leisurely shopping spree, so it’s lovely to be able …[Full story]

. Decorative Teapots add a touch of Elegance to your Decor. There are more uses for a teapot, in my book, than just as a teapot. My favourite would have to be as a vase. A decorative teapot filled with beautiful blooms or shabby roses has a gorgeous country feel to it. Group them together on a lovely recreated tray for …[Full story]

. Roses would have to be the most painted flower in the art world. This piece is among my earlier works before I began painting my own roses. I bought this craftwood panel in an opp shop and it was looking brand new when I found it. I have always enjoyed seeing what I can come up with in special effects with painted …[Full story]

This three branch candle holder started off as a very plain, bare candle holder without much life. The frame is quite fine so the surface area was not sufficent for the usual decorative painted finishes which was applied to many of my other recreated treasures. However, we are not limited to just painted finished in bringing to life an old, unwanted piece. Red is …[Full story]
As a busy homeschooling, work-at-home business mum I know what it’s like to be always looking after your family, manage a household, help out family & friends, and aiming to run a successful business …… and I’m sure so do millions of other women around the world. It’s in our nature to always be looking out for others that we forget …[Full story]