Petal Protruding I’d like to share a journey with you about a cactus, yes, a cactus. Large cuttings were planted last year. This month we noticed a growth coming out of the side of each plant. Upon closer inspection, we realized they were blooms about to take off. So naturally, we watched it all...

I'll be here showing off my model chandelier and enjoying stories. Join us! When Kim came to me asking if I would put together an art installation for the Townies, I was incredulous. Really? It’s such an honor to be considered let alone to be selected. Oh, what are the Townies? A fabulous Ojai...

Ojai Visions Who could have guessed that we would have so much frost in the latter part of December, early January? It’s a little colder than usual in southern California and I’ll admit I’m not used to it even though the cold of the Midwest is where I grew up with snow a norm for several months....

First of all a big thank you to each and every one of you! Did you know you are always assisting me even when you might think that’s not possible? Well, do I have a story for you. My jewelry and scarves are about to be shipped to the Mingei International Museum in San Diego. It’s all because of...

We’re into November already! What, whoa, hold on! How did that happen? Wait, that means wonderful food which I love, especially with Keith, the chef extraordinaire in the household. Can’t you just smell the turkey roasting in the oven? And don’t get me started on the apple pie that’s in the near...

Artful Conversations First off, thanks for visiting my open studio this month. And, for those of you, who live too far away, I hope we can connect soon. Great to see everyone who stopped by. I was overwhelmed with the interest in my work and the amazing conversations I had. You made my day by...

What’s happening this weekend? How about visiting my studio in Ojai during the Ojai Studio Tour? It’s free this year so take advantage of it. And, you’ll also be invited to peruse my beautiful, new outdoor studio. Keith and I have been working on it most of this year. Last year the dream for it...

Two Shows and New Products!Wow! Hard to believe but September is flying in with a roar! Lots on my agenda, where do I begin? First off I’ll be participating in American Craft Exposition, a Virtual show, from September 20 through the 26th. And, this is really exciting as I’m joined with a number of...

The Crown Update (No, it's not an update on your favortie Netflix show) Last time I shared my difficulty with soldering for a crown I was working on. I succeeded in soldering the tube onto the copper piece in the second round. But, I’ve noticed that when doing an unusual soldering job, it may take...

Rising to the Challenge  Currently, I find myself in the studio soldering a huge piece. This is somewhat unusual; even the setup is out of the ordinary. But, hey, I had the idea of creating a crown, “The Crown of Enlightenment” for the upcoming Ojai Studio Artists exhibit “Finding Light” at the...