Spring has Sprung

Welcome to my blog!

As my title says "Spring has Sprung." I see springtime as a time of new beginnings and new life as I am embarking on a new journey into the technical world of blogging and online business. As a person who is in her forties and "technically challenged," I have done a lot of procrastinating.

My dear cousin Mandy, http://www.a-la-parisienne.blogspot.com/ set my mind at ease by offering her help, as well as being my cheerleader. She designed the blog header as well as the logo. She also designed the banner and avatar for the shop I will be opening very soon on Etsy. She used part of one of my unfinished paintings. What a talent! Her help and guidance have been so valuable.

My husband has also provided much encouragement and technical support. I have returned the favor by by providing him with some extra gray hair in the process.

I plan to be posting at least once a week, at first. I will be blogging about my upcoming business venture as well as posting projects and ideas that I am currently working on and glimpses into my life in the country.

I love creativity in my life and I also love things that make me think about the past, such as vintage linens. I am an avid garage sale and thrift store shopper. I love finding treasures in such places and turning them into something special for my home, to sell or to give as gifts.

My partner in crime, my mom, usually goes with me on such "treasure hunts." She and I have been doing this for years. My mom taught me how to sew when I was very young, She and my dad were going to garage sales, upcycling and recycling long before it became so popular to do so. Their creativity and ingenuity have influenced my life greatly.

These are just some of the things I will be sharing with you all in future blog posts. I welcome you to come on this fun and creative journey with me. I also welcome your comments and suggestions.