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Gift Certificates now available!

The Covered Porch — Tue, 01 May 2012 13:59:43 +0000

After some requests, I've added gift certificates to the shop. Available in $15, $25, $50 and $75 amounts, it gives you the chance to give a personalized gift without any worries. The recipient can just order what she wants. Order today, and yours will arrive in time for Mother's Day!

New Notepad Designs for Children

The Covered Porch — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 17:59:54 +0000

I've just added notepads for children to the lineup. I wanted to create something for kids of all ages that has a vintage feel to it....nothing too high-gloss, but rather classic and personalized. These notepads are perfectly kid-sized for trips in the car, notes to friends and doodles. Measuring 4"X6", they'll fit in pockets, totes and even your purse.

New Monogrammed Stationery Design

The Covered Porch — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 11:56:26 +0000

I created this design for Sara, calling to mind coastal colors with a classic touch. She's a Savannah gal living in Atlanta, so putting the two elements together seemed like the way to go.

Life{in}Grace Girls

The Covered Porch — Fri, 06 Apr 2012 15:21:46 +0000

If you are here visiting from Life{in}Grace Girls, welcome! Please take some time to look around, leave a comment and share a bit. Edie Wadsworth's newest venture promises to shine just as brightly as her popular site Life{in}Grace. She oozes warmth and talent, with Southern charm to spare. Her new house is beautiful, and you can check that out in her story, images and video here. On her new site you'll find everything from home decor and recipes to camaraderie and advice.

I've shared some printable seed packet designs on Life{in}Grace Girls today...perhaps you will use them to make your Easter celebration a little bit brighter. I'd love to hear how they work for you, so if you do run with them, you can always contact me here to let me know how it went. Good luck, and Happy Easter!

all images above from Life{in}Grace Girls

Bench Makeover

The Covered Porch — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 12:45:02 +0000

I really enjoy reupholstering furniture, but I am by no means a pro at it. I've completed quite a few projects, sometimes with the help of my friend, the uber-talented artist Jennifer Friedman. Being the creative sorts that we are, sometimes we eyeball things a bit, sometimes we measure, and sometimes we just have to start over.

A great big THANK YOU!

The Covered Porch — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 17:23:50 +0000

There are many amazing women out there writing each day who have shared their world with me since I started this little project. I wanted to take a minute to thank each of them.

Birthday Party Invitation

The Covered Porch — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 14:23:43 +0000

I've been in production mode on an invitation for a little girl's 6th birthday party. She is having a gymnastics party, and her mother and I worked together to come up with a three-piece vintage inspired set.

New Personalized Notepad Designs

The Covered Porch — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 16:29:18 +0000

I've just created a few collections of personalized notepads, and more are on the way! The initial three feature trellis designs, geometrics and classics in black and white.

Furniture Find of the Day: Butaca Vandagan X Chair

The Covered Porch — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 11:52:04 +0000

Well, today I got to thinking about those Barcelona chairs that I used to love to draw...such an amazing classic. Then I added in a bit of upcycling, and I came up with this chair...

Furniture Find of the Day

The Covered Porch — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 14:03:18 +0000

I really love a well-built piece of furniture. By well-built, I also mean stylish, eye-catching, texturally fabulous, and so on. When I watch a movie, I notice furniture, sconces and drawer pulls. When I had time to doodle, I'd draw Barcelona chairs. I get a huge sense of satisfaction from recovering something tired and worn