I have a love/loathe relationship with creating client scrapbooks, truthfully anyone’s scrapbook; at least I am being financially rewarded for my efforts with a client. I love designing a pictorial assemblage of a vacation or celebration with photos, mementos and souvenirs. Matching papers and sourcing decorative elements that coordinate with the ... read more
I have watched bits and pieces of the movie, Steel Magnolias repeatedly and though I have learned of many (perhaps fictional) traditions from this serving of homemade Southern culture, what has always charmed me is the concept of an old fashion backyard wedding. I can’t think of anything more darling and intimate for the guests – for ... read more
I am just mad for decorative tape, although I never felt justified in purchasing a roll of the novelty versions I had seen in stores – if I am exerting the effort to post a package, I am certainly not spending addition time and creative energy in lavishly decorating the mailing box – that dedication is allocated to the gift. At least that was my ... read more
This past week I attended BUST magazine’s Craftacular. This event has evolved considerable from its humble beginnings some years ago. Then the emphasis was on yarn work, which isn’t surprising as Debbie Stoller, the magazine’s editor-in-chief also is the author of a slew of knitting books. This year’s holiday fair seemed to draw a diverse coterie ... read more
As a photo archivist, I am often questioned about my methods of photo application. Do I like photo corners - no, unpredictable and still require addition adhesive. Glue sticks collect debris and do not posses the bonding agent to provide fixative longevity. Photo archival double stick tape works well on larger formats, but is time consuming to ... read more
Being creative doesn’t always mean being original. It means you are pretty skilled in the art of stealing someone else’s idea and manipulating (rather building, embellishing, re-working – whatever euphemism applies) to suit your own desired effect. In the visual community this is acceptable and expected, in other industries it may get you a trial ... read more
Everyone of a certain age and financial status has shopped at IKEA. What were once originally considered disposable furnishings have now become household staples to most. Even though there is a BILLY bookcase in practically every Manhattan home, one doesn’t have to stifle her style for the sensible. Ribbons, decorative paper, mod podge and a ... read more
A memory board is an excellent way to display your photos, ephemera and mementos. Unlike a picture frame or shadowbox, the collections can be layered, dismantled and augmented on whim. It can capture the here & now or the past & cherished. Some are used to tell a story others hold a secret. Mine allowed me to utilize a discarded and ... read more
