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Welcome to my little corner of the world where the cattle graze in the pastures, gardens are being tended to, family is gathering and pottery is being made.
New pottery
I have had little time this summer to get to my studio—lots of family obligations and life. I have always been inspired by nature. I love foraging for deer sheds, odd-looking limbs and roots, rusty wire and nails. I love animals. I have recently purchased 3 horses...
It’s been a summer
Where did summer go? It is almost time for my grandkids to go back to school in a couple of weeks. I retired June 1st from a 37-year career as a drafter/designer with a large corporation. I had enough of corporate life. As soon as I retired, my husband had a total...
I am still around!
Click here to see a glimpse of my week. copy_A0D6D2B3-0744-4F47-B427-97BBF4617B7B I am still here! I have had lots going on lately. First and foremost, I finally retired last week. After over 34 years of drafting and computer graphics, I don't have to set my alarm...
Christmas time
Christmas is more than just a holiday; it's a season of spreading love, warmth, and the priceless gift of friendship. The essence of Christmas cheer is like a gentle whisper, inviting us to reconnect with the childlike wonder within. As we adorn our homes with...
The end of a season
Fall is my absolute favorite time of the year. It is a welcome relief from the scorching Texas summers. I love to walk outside early in the morning with a cup of coffee and breathe in the crisp air with my feet ground into the cold grass. My favorite holiday is...
Windmills
One of my favorite things on our land is our windmills. They aren't functioning windmills, but they sure add a touch of nostalgia. The first windmill came from a property that my husband and I renovated. It needed a lot of work, but with the help of our good friend...
Bespoke
Bespoke pottery refers to custom-made pottery. It differs from mass-produced pottery, created in large quantities and follows a standard design. I am not a "follow the standards" pottery or make pieces in mass quantities. My bespoke pottery inspired by nature refers...
Slow down
Sometimes I am in such a hurry that I whiz by and don't see anything around me. All I have on my mind is what I have to get done when it has to be done and if it will get done. Then...I remind myself that so many things around me are far more important than what is on...
Memorial Day
Today is a holiday for many. A time off to spend with family and friends. There will be lots of cookouts, picnics, pool parties, and boating. A much-needed holiday after school is out. Teachers and kids are ready for the summer. This holiday of remembrance was...
I was made for autumn
"I am made for autumn. Summer and I have a fickle relationship, but everything about autumn is perfect for me. Wooly jumpers, scarves, thin, first, then thick socks. The low slanting light. The crisp mornings, the chill in my fingers, those last warm sunny days...
Inspired by nature
I have been trying to find my way in the pottery design. Something unique, rustic with lots of patina and uncomplicated. I knew that I wanted to incorporate elements of nature. Walking in our pastures and woods, I have picked up lots of deer sheds and unusual pieces...
A fresh new look
With spring comes renewal, a refresh, and a new start. It is time to clean out the closets, get rid of cobwebs, and open the windows. It is time to kick off the heavy shoes and go barefooted and soak up the warming sun. It is also a season to get a new mindset, new...
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