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Finding Purpose After Loss: A Soap Business Success

Finding Purpose After Loss: A Soap Business Success

In 2010, after losing their jobs and facing financial hardship, the author chose to rise from despair instead of remaining in grief. This pivotal decision led to starting a soap business, fostering independence and joy. It taught them resilience, redefining their purpose beyond corporate constraints and emphasizing personal growth.

Commissioned Silk Portraits: Capture Your Pet’s Essence

Commissioned Silk Portraits: Capture Your Pet’s Essence

I just thought it would be fun to share several of my recently completed portrait projects. It starts with a digital photo of the animal. I create an outline sketch to use as a guideline to sketch the outline onto silk using gutta resist. Once 

How a Survey Led to My Feature in a Magazine

How a Survey Led to My Feature in a Magazine

I had something interesting happen to me. I answered a survey for Sunshine Artists magazine, and a few months later they actually took my answer and photo and included it in an article:

Join Us at the Salt Fork Arts Festival: August 14-16, 2026

Join Us at the Salt Fork Arts Festival: August 14-16, 2026

We will be returning to Salt Fork Art Festival in Cambridge Ohio this August 14-16 2026. The festival is held in the Cambridge community park, with tents stretching along the paths. Cambridge was once a huge producer of art glass and pressed glass. Its an interesting small town, and the festival draws artists from a several states – Ohio, Pennsylvania and West Virginia. We are usually always positioned in front of the entertainment tent and have a front row to the music. Steve loves the blue grass band that is different every year but always sounds amazing.

Rediscovering Cashmere Soap: A Nostalgic Journey

Rediscovering Cashmere Soap: A Nostalgic Journey

Many customers miss Cashmere Bouquet soap, discontinued by Colgate Palmolive in 2005 after over a century of production. The nostalgic scent, featuring notes of vanilla and musk, offers a soothing experience and leaves skin feeling soft. Its warm, lasting aroma creates a cozy atmosphere, making it ideal for pampering rituals.

Experience the Charm of Lakeside Art Festival 2026

Experience the Charm of Lakeside Art Festival 2026

We are thrilled to return to the Lakeside Art Festival, occurring July 23-25, 2026. Lakeside, a picturesque summer community near Marblehead, Ohio, offers a serene getaway with Victorian cottages, art and cooking schools, sports facilities, and charming dining options. Our annual participation feels like a peaceful, tech-free escape.

Bayarts Art & Music Festival 2026: Join Us!

Bayarts Art & Music Festival 2026: Join Us!

Delighted to announce we have been accepted for this one day Art and Music festival held on the Bay Arts grounds of Huntington Park on Lake Road in Bay Village. Its been a few years since we participated but it feels good to be back!!! Save the date, and come visit us.