For creative folks, the struggle isn’t so much in developing an idea, but in determining which of many ideas to pursue. Sometimes it’s as if there are just too many choices. Factor in a wide range of talents and entrepreneurial spirit, and choosing a path can be purely mind-spinning. Plus, if we’re trying to balance family relationships or fulfill financial obligations, then it … [Read more...] about Homework Assignment: Find Your Ideal Role
Handing Down History
I fell in love with quilting about the same time I began my career as an educator of high school students with exceptional needs. The whir of my sewing machine and the joy of a finished project brought a bit of calm to otherwise hectic days. Late at night, I quilted my little heart away, creating a piece of handmade for just about everyone in my life (even my very 'manly' 19 … [Read more...] about Handing Down History
Holding On & Letting Go: Returning to Small Business After Baby
by Allisa Jacobs When my second little one arrived this June, I’ll admit, everything wasn’t all sunshine and lemonade. Sure, I was over the moon in love with our new baby, but the adjustment period caught me by surprise. Not only was it difficult with our three year-old to have his little world turned topsy turvy with a newborn, but it was hard for me from a business … [Read more...] about Holding On & Letting Go: Returning to Small Business After Baby
Motherhood is Piecing Together The Past With The Future
Editors note: Instead of doing typical interviews or features for our monthly theme I invited makers to share how motherhood/mothering has influenced their work. Allisa Jacobs wrote this moving post about piecing together what we want to take from our childhood memories with what we want for our children's future. Thank you for sharing your story with us Allisa, I can … [Read more...] about Motherhood is Piecing Together The Past With The Future
