Lysistrata

1962 Reprint, purchased at Village Antiques & Collectibles, Succasunna, NJ

Things Girls Like To Do

Spotted this book at my favorite local antique shop, Village Antiques & Collectibles in Succasunna, NJ. While not one I wanted for my personal collection, its always fascinating to see early literature directed towards female readers. The 1917 Uplift Vocational series, Things Girls Like to Do and Things Boys Like to Make, really show how far women…

The DIY Office

I am currently working on my first book, and need a creative workspace. I started with a massive simple bulletin board from Staples, and painted the border a darker shade of brown, then added red yarn and ribbon. Retro clock: Village Antiques & Collectibles, Succasunna, NJ Wuthering Heights Box: Homegoods Soy and coconut milk natural candle:…

DIY “Rustic” Bike

When I lived in Copenhagen for six months in spring 2010, bikes were everywhere. They were the way of life. I suppose sustainability and efficiency comes naturally to Europeans. I decided to remodel my mountain bike to fit my personality, and bought simple materials like twine, rust-colored spray paint, wood buttons and leather for the…

DIY Wreath

While organic wreaths made from real flowers are my preferred decoration, this type of wreath has an unlimited shelf life and can withstand weather damage. You’ll need these materials: twine small twigs a metal wire wreath frame Textured Elements burlap decorative flowers plastic garland (I used garland with white flowers) Simply attach the garland to…