Here in the northeast, it is finally time for bellies in the grass and fingers in the dirt. It is the season where my children come home from school, but never actually make it into the house. They wander around, finally sinking into the grass with a book or the toys that were played with…
Creative Toolbox: The Random Word Generator
My new favorite journal tool is the random word generator at randomlists.com. I click on the words button and the nouns button, and then 12 random words pop up on my screen. When I click refresh, 12 new words pop up. I love the challenge of choosing to work with ideas/words that did not…
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I took this photograph in front of The Chicago Tribune for two reasons: 1. The stones and etching are beautiful. 2. Show Me a Story was recently reviewed in The Chicago Tribune! Standing in front of the building made it all feel extra special. Have a wonderful weekend! xoxo e
Crafty Pod Interview
I recently was interviewed by the lovely Diane at Crafty Pod. Here is the video, but please also read what she wrote.
Show Me a Story Tour :: Zakka Life
Our friends recently adopted these cute pies. Friday is a good day for kitten photographs, yes? The last stop of the Show Me a Story tour is with lovely Jessica from Zakka Life. Jessica’s creative projects never fail to make me smile– they are just so sweet and charming, as is she. I‘m so happy…
Show Me a Story Tour :: Bird and Little Bird
Today’s stop on the tour is with Annie from Bird and Little Bird. Many of you know Annie as the creative force behind Alphabet Glue, a wonderful e-magazine for children and families. I feel a connection to Annie because of her dedication to in-depth, imaginative learning and I’m thrilled that she is sharing her lovely…
Show Me a Story Tour :: Wise Craft
This little orange guy up there is a preview of things to come on my new website, which we are planning to launch by the end of the month. Fingers crossed! My awesome, technical wiz husband, Tom, has been sitting with me for hours and hours building the new site. We mostly work at night,…
Show Me a Story Tour :: Whipup
These memory cards were made by two visitors during my visit to the Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art. The origami crane card was still a bit wet with glue, but it was clear that I needed to have photographic record of her lively creation. Today, Kathreen graciously offered to host a guest post…
Show Me a Story Tour :: MommyCoddle
Walking outside this weekend was a reminder that we are headed towards blustery, cooler, crisper days. The air was actually warm on Saturday, but the sharp shadows in the sky and the gusts of leaf laden wind were sure signs that autumn is here. My fallish goals for the week: 1. walk in a field…
Show Me a Story Tour :: Jane of All Trades
John Polak Photography Happy Friday, lovely ones! I’m thrilled to end week two of the Show Me a Story tour with another real life friend of mine who happens to be one of the first friends I made when we moved to Western Massachusetts. Roselee Conklin has supported my artistic ways from way back when…
Show Me a Story Tour :: One Golden Apple
Speaking of golden! This is photograph from one of my classes last week. The light was autumnal and beautiful, so we did our final storytelling swap outside in a ring on the grass. All of these children are so intentional and thoughtful in their process; each class feels like a gift. Today’s stop on the…
Show Me a Story Tour :: scrumdilly-do
This is my little mouse peeking out from behind a book I made a few years ago. Photographs of both of my daughters appear in Show Me a Story, and so, naturally, they see it as their book too. It is, of course, their book too, but not just because of the photographs– they provided…
Show Me a Story Tour :: Small Measure
Happy Tuesday and happy October, lovely friends! Today’s stop of the tour is with the charming Ashley English from Small Measure. I’m always so encouraged by Ashley’s sensible, delicious, nourishing ways and inspired by the way she facilitates community building within this big internet world. Thank you so much, Ashley!You can read her review…
Show Me a Story Tour :: Zaaberry
My little one making mixed media art. I’m honored to have Ruby review Show Me a Story on her blog today! Ruby is a sweet, local friend and crafter who sews beautiful clothing, bags, and other useful things. Her weekly posts are filled with her own incredible patterns, tutorials, and interpretations, and I’m always left…
Show Me a Story Tour :: Average Jane Crafter
From my visit to NYC Just yesterday, the lovely Diane Gilleland of CraftyPod posted an interview with me in her I Heart Craft Books series. I’m a big fan of her podcasts and was thrilled when she asked if I’d like to be included. In it, I discuss plastic ballerinas and peppermint cabbage casserole. …
