Neat ideas

Since we moved to our new house, I've been on the lookout for great interior design (or maybe it's just an excuse and I'm always on the lookout). Regardless, I love this idea and not only is it functional but a great way to showoff family and our recent vacation photos.

The end product

It sure took me a while, but I finally got around to glazing the pottery pieces that I had thrown at Firepit ceramics. Unfortunately the completion came with a push and some sad news - the ceramics studio was closing, but at least I have these wonderful pieces to remember the studio and the wonderful people I met there.

Chip and dip pre-glaze

Chip and dip post-glaze

All my 2013 pieces thrown and glazed at Firepit Ceramics

As organic as it comes

This is not only beautiful to look at, but it will do us all good. Green walls are not only good for your health, but can improve your mood. It can help polluted cities counteract smog, reduce noise and even make buildings energy effecient. I would vote for all buildings to literally go 'green'. Just keep in mind bug spray would be mandatory :)

Winner of the 2011 Chelsea Flower Show

Easter Eggtravaganza

I love decorating and yet, I've never had the opportunity to decorate Easter eggs as several kids do this time in America. I'm always tempted to pick up the PAAS egg dyes from the supermarket and make a set each Easter but never do. However, I found a more adult style this year online and might actually try these out. Check out Holy Man-Crafts Batman's easy and hilarious moustachio eggs and these other great ideas.

Craftiness with clay

So I've been really bad at blogging. I keep thinking of things to write but haven't quite figured what I'm going to focus on. I have quite a few interests mostly revolving around art. I love to create and accessorize. While that is a simple statement, it really encompasses a lot. I've always loved to draw, paint and sketch. I even did woodwork with my dad and needlework another year. I've learnt the piano, guitar, organ and a summer on drums.

After getting married and looking for other fun hobbies, I found cake decorating, crafting and pottery. Yes! I create bowls, plates and other functional forms from mud and I absolutely love it. It's one of the most relaxing things I get to do after a long work day and the new studio, Firepit Ceramics, I've found is just fantastic. Here's a chip and dip bowl I made today. Mind you, it's the widest item I've ever thrown on the wheel, roughly over a foot long.