In the Studio

I've been in the studio! I'm working on some drawings and poured acrylic pieces. This year I am making at least one work a day as I did in 2010. I find that it keeps me engaged in my process more than any other routine. I always work much more than I think I will once I get started. I wonder why I find it so difficult to get started sometimes?

Happy New Year!

Inside The New Artisans

Inside The New Artisans

Inside Hand Made Home

Happy New Year! I promised I would give you a peek at my Christmas book stack, and here it is.  I've been loving these books, and reading them in between traveling to be with beloved family and spending time at home with dear friends. Today we swept away the Christmas tree and put things back in order. I love the holidays and I love to start fresh in January with my resolutions and my plans. Everything seems possible at the beginning of something. 

Eating and Relaxing

I made these really delicious cranberry upside-down cakes from a recipe over here at Roost blog. I like this woman's approach to healthy, good food. The little cakes are made with almond flour, and they have the perfect balance of spicy, citrusy goodness that I like this time of year. And in my family it is a tradition to bake Sally Lunn bread for Christmas morning. You can find a great recipe in the old Fanny Farmer cookbook. This morning we have been playing with our Christmas presents, which mostly means reading, and enjoying the bright sunshine. I'll post about books soon!