Appreciating books is a daily occurrence here, but I wanted to share a few of my favorite covers. My very favorite cover and book is To Kill a Mockingbird. I’m drawn to it, not only for the cover design by Shirley Smith, but the memory of sheer pleasure that comes from reading a book that… Continue Reading
Author Archives: Cyn
Studio Crushes
Someday, I will have the home studio of my dreams. For now, imagine me tucked into the corner of what is known as the playroom, wedged next to the big plastic playhouse. Maybe I could go in there for my getaway studio, eh? Photo credits: 1. Scrapbook Room, 2. Papermaking studio, 3. Painters studio, 4.… Continue Reading
Inspired by Books
Books are an inspiration to me, always have been. And it gives me one of the best feelings to see my sons be inspired and engaged by books. This past weekend, we ventured into New York City to visit a family member and do a little sightseeing… the Natural History Museum, taking the subway, eating… Continue Reading
Fatherhood
Dogs have relationships. This is ours: I look for you before anyone else. I sit beside you when you work. I listen when you speak. A-Dog (aka The Mama) calls you my boyfriend. You call me Scooter Pants. You let me stretch out with my front paws on your chest. You’re the only one who… Continue Reading
Stolen Images
Hey Y’all- I’m sure you’ve heard this crazy story by now, but if you haven’t, here is an excerpt from the blog Extraordinary Mommy: “So, this is the price we pay for indulging in social media, I guess. I am thrilled to have reconnected with so many friends on Facebook. One of them sent me… Continue Reading
Tongues Are Not For Wagging
Ahhhrghgg. BOY am I tired. I must rest just a little. Today, and today only I will shorten my nap to a mere 11 hours. I am busy and I have things to do. I am tired because I went swimming in the river with Shoes. It was good to see him out there for… Continue Reading
Product Shots
Who knew that having photographic product shots of digital card designs was so important? Probably many of you did, but I was in the dark for literally years! Part of the reason I didn’t think about using product shots was dependent on what I design. Most of my inventory is virtual and is printed on… Continue Reading
What Did You Draw Today?
I recently had a post about drawing (which you can read here) and thought what a great idea it would be to put a call out for more of us to draw, by hand, for the whole world to see. Or at least the small following of this blog 🙂 So, besides the header above… Continue Reading
Introducing Font Love
Fonts are one of my first loves. As a child, I would be drawn to certain kinds of type on books or toys. It didn’t surprise me then, as it does now, the feelings that fonts could evoke. Letters are an art form we all take for granted everyday. I will try on a weekly… Continue Reading