Tuesday, December 9, 2025

Portland Weihnachtsmarkt Recap & Holiday Sale!

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What a festive weekend! Last Saturday marked the annual Weihnachtsmarkt at the German American Society in Portland. It is truly one of my fa...
Wednesday, November 5, 2025

I'm Back! And Get Ready for My Biggest Sale EVER!

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Hello, wonderful friends and customers! I'm officially back from my much-needed vacation, feeling refreshed, inspired, and incredibly ex...
Thursday, October 2, 2025

Fall Vacation Closure & Holiday Stock-Up!

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Hello! Just a quick heads-up that my Etsy shop and website will be closed for a short fall break from October 19th to October 30th . My fa...
Sunday, August 17, 2025

I'm Going To Let You In On A Secret: How USPS Shipping Hikes Are Impacting Your Wallet

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It's no secret that online shopping has become the norm for many of us. With just a few clicks, we can have virtually anything delivered...
Tuesday, July 8, 2025

Has Your Order Gone Wrong? How to Handle Lost, Delayed, or Incorrect Packages

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Not long ago I mailed a package to my son across the US to Connecticut.  This package took over a month to get to him and the tracking infor...
Saturday, May 10, 2025

Grandkids, Getaways, and Growing the Shop

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This year is already flying by, and it's been filled with more than just work! March brought a magical first for me: a yoga retreat in N...
Wednesday, February 12, 2025

New Year Updates and Two New Products

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Life took an unexpected turn at the end of last year. Just before Christmas, I lost my mom. While her passing wasn't a surprise, the gr...