Tidings of Gratitude . . .
there's a wind a blowin' ~ And, that's where it began. As I watch the news reports on the weather we are being blessed with across the...
just never know what comes through my door . . .
it's what I love about my "work" ~ We don't always know the depth of the story behind a newfound treasure someone brings in for framing ....
d.d. collins house ...
On Saturday, Sept 24 ~ the historic D.D. Collins House, which has been restored, will officially open its doors to the public following a...
janet's home sweet home ...
from california … to southern illinois home sweet home was made just for janet A few weeks ago, Janet came into the gallery with a fun...
dj's carpenter ...
an original this big? that’s pretty up close and personal It’s not everyday a huge original painting (32 x 48+) of Matt Carpenter shows...
step back in time Collinsvillers ...
the year? 1941 ... “a great day of celebration”~ Does anyone recognize the letter? If you are a graduate of the “old” Collinsville High...
a beautiful remembrance and ~
interesting story ... Stephanie's story ~ Stephanie’s mother was in the process of making quilt squares when she became ill and passed...
she’s at it again ~
i.e. more x-stitchin’ ... You know how I always like to take a look at the backside before beginning the framing. Colleen’s are always as...
connie's grandkids ~
any gramma would be proud ... I know Connie is ~ This beautiful flower was created by Isaac as a school art project. Gramma Connie was so...
full cadence flag ...
framing a 38-star flag from 1877 ... what an honor ~ I recently completed the framing of a 38-star American flag from 1877 for the...
