paps

People Against Penguin Supremacy

The only good penguin… is a dead penguin.

paps

People Against Penguin Supremacy

The only good penguin… is a dead penguin.

probat

More Coffee Madness

As some of you know, my real job is coffee. I am officially obsessed and have been for years. My newest venture has been on the roasting side and I am currently in training at Passion House Coffee Roasters. I

probat

More Coffee Madness

As some of you know, my real job is coffee. I am officially obsessed and have been for years. My newest venture has been on the roasting side and I am currently in training at Passion House Coffee Roasters. I

To the Sky $15

Curiously Clean

Clean, quirky and living, these guys have it all!

To the Sky $15

Curiously Clean

Clean, quirky and living, these guys have it all!

Land of Plenty $10

Wondrous Terrain

Anyone who knows me can attest to my love of thickly developed forests and my adoration of animals. These terrariums are just that.

Land of Plenty $10

Wondrous Terrain

Anyone who knows me can attest to my love of thickly developed forests and my adoration of animals. These terrariums are just that.

sr

Sample Roaster Bliss

I spent most of the morning and early afternoon roasting up coffee samples. There really is nothing like watching the beans slowly turn colors and the smells are invigorating as well. It amazes me how green coffee can smell like

sr

Sample Roaster Bliss

I spent most of the morning and early afternoon roasting up coffee samples. There really is nothing like watching the beans slowly turn colors and the smells are invigorating as well. It amazes me how green coffee can smell like

Pagoda Tusk $30

Modern Whimsy

Making these clean yet whimsical guys really puts a smile on my face. As soon as I am finished making them I get excited and run to show my husband. The only downside? My cat Maude likes to pick up

Pagoda Tusk $30

Modern Whimsy

Making these clean yet whimsical guys really puts a smile on my face. As soon as I am finished making them I get excited and run to show my husband. The only downside? My cat Maude likes to pick up

African Desert $35

Sleek and Modern Terrariums

Although I do quite enjoy making terrariums with a certain amount of whimsy I love just showcasing the natural beauty of plants. Simple, clean, elegant… What more could you say?

African Desert $35

Sleek and Modern Terrariums

Although I do quite enjoy making terrariums with a certain amount of whimsy I love just showcasing the natural beauty of plants. Simple, clean, elegant… What more could you say?

Brussel sprout and potato bake

Brussel Sprout and Potato Bake

My husband and I eat brussel sprouts almost once a week. This week we were trying to think of a new way to prepare these delicious mini cabbages and I came up with this. I didn’t expect it to become

Brussel sprout and potato bake

Brussel Sprout and Potato Bake

My husband and I eat brussel sprouts almost once a week. This week we were trying to think of a new way to prepare these delicious mini cabbages and I came up with this. I didn’t expect it to become

Roach Trophy

Inspired by Film Noir and Stop Motion Animation

I love watching Film Noir and Stop Motion Animation. Each photograph tells a story with each other or by themselves. I love making the worlds where these found creatures live and then being a voyer as I study them with

Roach Trophy

Inspired by Film Noir and Stop Motion Animation

I love watching Film Noir and Stop Motion Animation. Each photograph tells a story with each other or by themselves. I love making the worlds where these found creatures live and then being a voyer as I study them with

army men

Small “No Care” Terrariums

These small “no care” terrariums are cheap and easy. One Andrew Jackson and a place to sit is all these guys need. The best part? Army men!    

army men

Small “No Care” Terrariums

These small “no care” terrariums are cheap and easy. One Andrew Jackson and a place to sit is all these guys need. The best part? Army men!    

the wrong direction

The Wrong Direction

This terrarium is available at One Strange Bird in Chicago. $65 for 3 succulants and my favorite little fingers pointing.

the wrong direction

The Wrong Direction

This terrarium is available at One Strange Bird in Chicago. $65 for 3 succulants and my favorite little fingers pointing.

onestrangebird

lil’ Orphan Girl has landed at One Strange Bird

Now you can find terrariums for sale at One Strange Bird in Chicago. A beautiful handmade shop offering everything from gorgeous feather earrings, adorable sweater animals, cute screen printed tees, intriguing art to delicious smelling candles and incense. So go

onestrangebird

lil’ Orphan Girl has landed at One Strange Bird

Now you can find terrariums for sale at One Strange Bird in Chicago. A beautiful handmade shop offering everything from gorgeous feather earrings, adorable sweater animals, cute screen printed tees, intriguing art to delicious smelling candles and incense. So go

Hobbit-Home-01

FUN FAIRY TALE HOME IS GOOD FENG SHUI!

FUN FAIRY TALE HOME IS GOOD FENG SHUI! Check this out! A fairytale home that is beautiful and functional.

Hobbit-Home-01

FUN FAIRY TALE HOME IS GOOD FENG SHUI!

FUN FAIRY TALE HOME IS GOOD FENG SHUI! Check this out! A fairytale home that is beautiful and functional.

bee3

The bees knees

Customers at my old cafe seemed to find my eccentricities endearing and I think wanted to help foster them. People would bring me random items that they found knowing that I would stick them in my apron pocket and peek

bee3

The bees knees

Customers at my old cafe seemed to find my eccentricities endearing and I think wanted to help foster them. People would bring me random items that they found knowing that I would stick them in my apron pocket and peek

yellow

My love for the yellow long beaks…

I found these birds on one of my many trips to American Science and Surplus. I fell head over heels the moment I saw them and had to have a pair. I love photographing them and it is probably due

yellow

My love for the yellow long beaks…

I found these birds on one of my many trips to American Science and Surplus. I fell head over heels the moment I saw them and had to have a pair. I love photographing them and it is probably due

Briar Patch Pair (3) $95

Briar Patch Pair

                  This has to be one of my favorite scenes I have created. These yellow feathered creatures are so playful and bright that they needed a great space to play. I used

Briar Patch Pair (3) $95

Briar Patch Pair

                  This has to be one of my favorite scenes I have created. These yellow feathered creatures are so playful and bright that they needed a great space to play. I used

Monopoly Hide and Seek $95

Monopoly Hide and Seek

Growing up my sister and I used to play Monopoly quite a bit. I had to keep the money next to me and be the banker so that she wouldn’t secretly loan herself money in order to by my Marvin’s

Monopoly Hide and Seek $95

Monopoly Hide and Seek

Growing up my sister and I used to play Monopoly quite a bit. I had to keep the money next to me and be the banker so that she wouldn’t secretly loan herself money in order to by my Marvin’s

Forest Fairytale $35

Forest Fairytale

After seeing all the terrariums I had made for the cafe I worked at a customer brought in a bunch of miniature animal figurines. She told me she knew I would put them to good use and give them proper

Forest Fairytale $35

Forest Fairytale

After seeing all the terrariums I had made for the cafe I worked at a customer brought in a bunch of miniature animal figurines. She told me she knew I would put them to good use and give them proper

Original Logo

Thanks for Stopping…

Right now this blog is under construction. In its future there are terrariums, furniture, art, “How To” tips, recipes and more. Keep stopping by and I will keep updating.

Original Logo

Thanks for Stopping…

Right now this blog is under construction. In its future there are terrariums, furniture, art, “How To” tips, recipes and more. Keep stopping by and I will keep updating.

the stripes have it

The Stripes Have It

A zebra, a plant and striped rock resting on super moss, who says stripes are a fashion don’t?

the stripes have it

The Stripes Have It

A zebra, a plant and striped rock resting on super moss, who says stripes are a fashion don’t?

ode to roswell 2

Ode to Roswell

My husband is from Roswell and considering his pale skin and shaved head he receives an immense amount of torture about this. So when I saw this inch-worm cactus I had to make a creepy ode to him and his birthplace.

ode to roswell 2

Ode to Roswell

My husband is from Roswell and considering his pale skin and shaved head he receives an immense amount of torture about this. So when I saw this inch-worm cactus I had to make a creepy ode to him and his birthplace.

no coyote in sight

No Coyote in Sight

I found this little road runner at my favorite store, American Science and Surplus. The way he seems to climb the thorned branch to the top of the glass makes me smile everytime I glance his way.

no coyote in sight

No Coyote in Sight

I found this little road runner at my favorite store, American Science and Surplus. The way he seems to climb the thorned branch to the top of the glass makes me smile everytime I glance his way.

sideways 3?

Sideways 3?

Found objects are my hobby. I was walking to work one day and found this great fuschia 3 that often gets mistaken for an M. I put it in my pocket and as soon as I got to work revamped

sideways 3?

Sideways 3?

Found objects are my hobby. I was walking to work one day and found this great fuschia 3 that often gets mistaken for an M. I put it in my pocket and as soon as I got to work revamped

rosetta stone

Rosetta Stones

I love creating little lands where the imagination can flourish. I picture myself as an ant walking through this beautiful arrangement staring at the stone-like structure of these plants.

rosetta stone

Rosetta Stones

I love creating little lands where the imagination can flourish. I picture myself as an ant walking through this beautiful arrangement staring at the stone-like structure of these plants.

welcome home

Welcome Home

I know it is a weird name but I love the way the plant just seems to be so comfortable in his nest.

welcome home

Welcome Home

I know it is a weird name but I love the way the plant just seems to be so comfortable in his nest.

welcome to whoville

Welcome To Whoville

Dr. Suess has always inspired my simplistic yet fantastical approach to life. I hope he would be proud.  

welcome to whoville

Welcome To Whoville

Dr. Suess has always inspired my simplistic yet fantastical approach to life. I hope he would be proud.