When I was a little girl, I had Grandparents who owned a gift shop, a mother who owned a bakery and an aunt and uncle who owned a wood crafting business. At an early age (around 10-11 years old), I was told by an art instructor that I had talent with painting. It was there that the seed took root and there was no turning back.

In particular, I have been painting ornaments for more than 25 years, including for Liz Claiborne/Macy's promotions, professional athletes and major brands. My creations are in homes all over the world. It is my true joy and passion and I hope that it shows in my creations. If you have something special in mind and you don't see it in my shop, please don't hesitate to ask. I'm happy to work with you to create the perfect keepsake.

Passion, faith and love are 100% what has led me to where I am today. I've been blessed with WONDERFUL support and encouragement in various places in the wonderful USA and beyond with friends, family and even strangers..who are never strangers for long.

To any of you who shop with us small business owners, I thank you from the bottom of my heart. Not only do your purchases help put food on their table, but you're also getting a handmade item. For me handmade means quality, love, care and attention has been put into each and every creation. No matter what it may be. I don't use stencils, patterns or tracing in my work and I always try to be original in my designs. Occasionally, I have come up with what I thought was a brilliant NEW idea...worked out a design on paper...made the design come to life...took my photos...came to Etsy...and saw that there were a few similar items already on Etsy! Great minds think alike it seems! Ahh but they're all different, even if they're similar. It's a wonderful place where shop owners support one another instead of trying to be work against each other. I so love that about Etsy!

So, to all my customers, fellow shop owners and friends, thank you from the bottom of my heart. :)