Before we jump into today’s blog, I wanted to take a moment to remind you that the EARLY SHOPPER SALE happening in my holiday ornament shop ends tomorrow (Nov 30th)!  Enjoy 25% off your cart of 3 or more items.  **QUICK UPDATE: I realized that I had something going on in my…

About a decade ago, I started a tradition of hand-painting ornaments for family and friends.  It all started because I wanted to be able to give special gifts even though money was short at that time.  The ornaments went over well and I continued the tradition every year after.   Some…