Life has been a beautiful, busy whirlwind lately. If you’ve noticed a bit of quiet on my end, it’s because we’ve officially made the move! We are settling into a wonderful new complex in a quiet neighborhood, and having a playground right outside our door has been such a blessing for the kiddo. Chef-in-training getting started before the afternoon playdate. Safety and Sweet Traditions This morning started early in the kitchen. My daughter and I decided to whip up a batch of N

Bubbles, Breaks, and Breakthroughs: A Real Look at the Creative Process ​ We’ve all seen those "perfect" process videos—the ones where the resin pours like liquid glass and the mold pops off without a single struggle. But if you’re here, you know that’s only half the story. ​In my latest video, I’m taking you behind the curtain of Lil Hippie Mama Creative Designs . I’m currently working with a mushroom mold that’s being a bit stubborn, and honestly? That’s where the real lear

There is something truly restorative about the "flow state" in the studio. Lately, my workbench has been a whirlwind of color, resin, and clay, and I am so excited to finally show you the progress on my latest collection of handcrafted gauges and my newest sculpted companions. ​ The Evolution of the Gauge ​Progressing through these designs has been a continuous journey of texture and light. From the deep, mysterious obsidian-style coffin and teardrop shapes to the vibrant, ir

The studio light has been burning a little later than usual lately. With the Gypsy Soul Fair in Fort Smith coming up on April 18th and 19th , my workbench is a sea of Raven skulls, clay textures, and hardware. When you’re preparing for a big show, "enough" is a moving target. You want to make sure every person who walks into your booth finds that one piece that speaks to them, and that means long hours and a lot of focus. But my "coworker" doesn’t always follow a 9-to-5 sche

Welcome! I am so glad you’ve found your way to this corner of the internet. If you’re looking for a glimpse into a life where the scent of drying herbs mingles with the colorful mess of a jewelry studio—all while a math lesson is happening at the kitchen table—you’re in the right place. This blog is a window into my world as an artisan, an author, and a homeschooling parent. It’s a space where I’ll be sharing the "behind-the-scenes" of my creative process, the rewards of teac