Winter is for the birds

Winter is for the birds

My history as a crafter began with birdhouses… I remember being so happy to become a ‘wrenter’ when my first little bird moved in.  I loved working with textured old wood scraps & metal odds & ends to stick on them.  I found some interesting...

Christmas Color? Or Neutral?

Christmas Color? Or Neutral?

When it comes to decorating for Christmas, one of the first choices you’ll make is the color scheme. Do you opt for a classic, understated look with neutral tones, or do you go for a bold, festive design with vivid colors? Both styles have their own charm...

The Art of Giftology

The Art of Giftology

A Christmas GuideChristmas is a time for giving and receiving gifts. But have you ever thought about the art of giftology? It's not just about the gift itself, but the care, and creativity that goes into it.  It is the practice of giving gifts thoughtfully...

Creating Cozy

Creating Cozy

As the days shorten and temperatures drop, there's no better time to create a cozy sanctuary within your home. Inspired by the Danish concept of hygge, (pronounced Hooga), this article explores how to transform your space into a haven of warmth and...

Finding Your Style

Finding Your Style

With all the different trends, it can be hard to know what style expresses who you are (or what you want to become).Your style is as unique as you are.  You know it when you see it.  One of my favorite quotes is: “Perfection is achieved, not when there is nothing more...

Vision and Mission

Vision and Mission

My vision for my shop is more purpose than paycheck.  To use my gifts and talents to inspire, supply and elevate style...  I guess you could say 'to make money doing what I love with joy, satisfaction, and passion'.  By 'elevate', I mean to transform your...

Chasing the Seasons

Chasing the Seasons

Owning a shop has launched me into a pattern of chasing the seasons.  After the fall & winter holidays, I scramble to stow that snugly for the next year, & fill the empty space with all things hopeful for a new year.  Spring is such a fleeting...

Birdhouses

Birdhouses

This is where all the crafting began... building birdhouses with Kaleb to sell at craft shows.  I would build them & Kaleb would blob on the paint, that I smoothed out.  ...So many through the years...  

Walls

Walls

We are privileged to have some very talented artists at Marcellas.    Wildlife art by Rebekah Knight and Tom Altenburg.  Original abstract art by Greg Jones and new to the shop, hand-crafted rustic skylines by Ron Collins.