I've been particularly struck with gratitude lately- a deep thanks for my health, mobility, relationships, and the ability to do this creative and community oriented work.

July 12th Summer energy!   With 3 kids home for the summer we are finding a rhythm around elSage home and business. I've been creating new designs and Jonathan has printed us up some lovely fresh wearables! Paige has been busy doing color work for stickers and the shop has been busy with tourists and locals alike. Our personal life has been filled with friends and family lately, lots of celebrations and gathering!   The new Stay Wild crewneck is out now- this might be a limited edition one of a kind. I'm going to tinker with the back florals...

June behind the scenes of a small business selling indie made goods.

May 8th Spring Energy My last note was on the morning of Valley Made Market opening day! What a beautiful, busy, energetic event it was. We lucked out on the weather, the market was well attended and the music fantastic. Thanks to everyone who showed up. Above you can see me with my mom at market- she's Valley Made's #1 fan!   Since then we've been to another protest in downtown MV (May Day), printed a big custom merch order for Hayton Farms, taught 2 block print workshops (the last on the schedule for now), gardened, exercised, parented, and enjoyed...

April 4th Indie Made Business; Focus on the Good Time is feeling shifty over here- like it's either moving through mud at a snails pace or it's on double time and I'm left wondering how it's already April!? Each day I'm working on finding all the reasons to be grateful. Today was easy because the Skagit High School Democrats stopped by the shop after school to make protest signs for tomorrow. It was delightful to feel their passion and energy- the kids are alright.   Tomorrow we'll host a free all ages sign making event. If you have specific materials...