Even before retiring from the office supply and stationery business, I was involved in craft shows, bazaars & boutiques. Quality, handmade items have always had a special place in my heart - and to be able to share my talents is very rewarding.

Over the years I've produced a number of craft items - doll clothes, holiday decorations, fabric albums & musical gift bags. As the "back to nature" movement progressed, I saw an opportunity and started using handmade paper to cover albums, keepsake boxes, journals & wedding books. I also do gift totes and shopping bags in various sizes. Customers often are the inspiration for new items, for example, picture frames, note pads and anything useful round the home.

I enjoy the flexibility of my own hours, even though I probably spend more than 40 hour a week on crafts.  There are many (too many) craft shows in and around the San Diego, California area where my husband and I live.  I usually display and sell my collection at about 30 shows every year.

My husband & I enjoy traveling and plan our trips around craft shows. Our children are scattered all over the U.S. - we even have a son in Egypt! Offering my creations online allows us more time for "taking off" and enjoying visits with our other precious creation - our family.