Let me just start off saying that I am addicted to creativity. Is it a problem? Maybe. Others may think so. I can't seem to sit still- I always have to be making something in my free time. But it's what makes me tick.

I am fortunate to have grown up with a very hands-on and creative mom. As a child, I was surrounded by her projects. She made our dresses, knitted puppets for our puppet shows, designed games for our birthday parties, baked with us-you name it! She is the most creative person I know!

When I got to be about 15, I realized that the phrase "Oh, we can MAKE this! We don't need to buy it!" got very old. Shopping was much more fun! The last thing I wanted to do was get the supplies and make the treasures I googoogaga-ed over in the stores.

Times have changed.

Don't get me wrong...I still LOVE to shop, but my creativity is in full force! Sometimes I wonder: "Is this overkill?" Do I really need to make 6 pillows for my living room? Are there too many colors in my oil painting? Do I really need all of these patterns in my dining room? Exactly how many chatches (sp?) are lining my bookshelves? My gut tells me NO! There can never be too much "pow and punch"! You'll see...

My new blog, Punch Bowl Studio will portray a blend of my love for creating and shopping. ENJOY!