Small projects → big impact
Hello friends, I'm excited to report that the stickers I designed are available now on Kickstarter! I made these five sticker designs for Kickstarter's...
I Love Small Projects! Announcing Bumper Stickers for Birdwatchers & Existentialists
Hello friends! Just popping in for an exciting announcement: I'm launching a very small Kickstarter tomorrow! You can follow this link to see the pre-launch...
What will you tell your grandkids?
Yesterday, a friend sent me a short documentary about Mourning Doves. This video was special because it featured her grandfather. It was produced in 1959. I...
Free creative project planning templates to get organized for the new year
Hello friends, I'll keep it short and sweet because I've been really enjoying my time off this past week and I want to get back to relaxing + designing some...
Struggling with imposter syndrome? Try this.
I've struggled with imposter syndrome ever since I decided to become a designer, which dates back to 2014. My flavor of imposter syndrome looks something...
Cycles and spirals and letting go of "should"
For some reason, I'm feeling more creative lately. The feeling started in late November. I picked myself up and started writing 750 words a day. As I write...
Why habit tracking is overrated
Look, I'm a nerd for organizational systems and project management. I love having a place for ideas and a system for executing them. I love Notion, Google...
Satan loaf and other things I'm grateful for
My holiday looked different this year, as I'm sure it did for many of you. I cooked food and dropped it off for my parents and sister. Made time for a couple...
How to pick a niche when you're a multi-passionate creative
If you're like me, you probably have an abundance of interests and creative project ideas. I used to get caught up trying to "follow my passion" before...
Bad advice: Creativity is a measure of one’s ability to self-brand
In today’s world of online business and social media, there are a lot of resources out there teaching us how to “define our personal brand.” I used to love...
Building community > building technology
Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about my relationship with technology. Like many of you, I use a variety of apps, websites, and digital tools to manage...
I have been hiding in a weird place...
Hello friends, Do you have a difficult time describing yourself to other people? You tend to word vomit whenever someone asks what you do? I struggle with...
Your inner child wants to play
Hello friends, I’m still in-between projects. It’s uncomfortable, as I’m the kind of person who always likes to be doing something. In last week’s email, I...
How to prioritize your next creative passion project
Hello friends, How do you prioritize the next creative project to work on? I'm currently working through this process myself, as I'm almost done building a...
How to honor your feminine energy during these strange times
I've started taking on more responsibility at work. And while it feels good to be recognized for my skill and earned knowledge, I find myself completely...
You don't need to be more productive. You need to be more human.
Hi friends, I used to read dozens of articles and self-help books about how to be more productive. But last year, I hit complete burnout and decided to quit...
Reset & recharge: How to lean on your creative practice to fill your spiritual well
Hello friends, I had one of those tough existential weeks. Spent too much time wondering "what is the point?" and worrying that life is passing me by. So I'm...
How to plan and launch a creative passion project in 6 steps
Hello friends, I recently published How to launch a creative passion project today without feeling overshelmed. In 6 simple steps, you could be on your way...
i wish everyone had a boombox in their kitchen
Hello friends, This week I tweaked my back. I wasn't doing anything athletic or impressive, but nonetheless found myself kneeling on the kitchen floor with a...
I have been quiet for too long
Hello friends, I have been quiet for too long. Due to my privilege as a white woman in America, I simply do not have to confront racism in my daily life. I...