Ailsa Thomas

Planning or hosting a Puppy Shower? New pet parents will need all the basics and a few fun toys to welcome their newest furry family member into the home. From the obvious nutrition needs, to the often overlooked healthcare and training, plus a selection of fun toys and gifts - this list has you covered.

Add a freshnlook to any room with just a few chanes. Some of my favorite ideas are collected here - just mix and match to suit your needs and budget! Whether you're looking for paint, accessories, or cute knick snacks - I've got suggestions below!

Invites, thank you notes, decorations and gift ideas for the milestone anniversary party

We just finished a room repainting and would love to share all the tools we found helpful!

You love to read, listen to music and/or watch movies, but the cost adds up! I've curated some of my personal favorites for free books, movies, and music. Many are available via apps through your local library system! Enjoy and happy reading!

My most frequently asked question is “Who do I hang it on?” I've created this quick list of my favorite and discouraged display options. From windows, walls, shelves, tabletops, and even your car, I have plenty of ideas for you! When possible, I've included photos of stained glass. Bonus content: links to a quick read covering the basics of caring for your beautiful stained glass. This guide is for stained glass in your home, not outdoors or in a garden. Includes panels and ornaments

A helpful list of tools, materials, and resources for upcycling stained glass scraps into mosaic crafts. I provided sources for the tools I own and use, plus some recommended by other glass artists. Created for the beginner or casual crafter.

My thoughts, recommendations and best practices for cleaning, displaying and storing all your stained glass art. And, a little about repairs- just in case the unthinkable happens!

We travel with our dogs and prefer to visit places they are welcome. Here's a growing list of dog-friendly National Parks and State Parks we've visited. I've noted the NPS sites that also have the BARK Ranger program, which has been expanding, with Parks offering (for a small fee or donation-each park decides) a patch or collar tag for completing their program. Ask at the Welcome Centers for more info. Dog Friendly walks, hikes, and water adventures for your whole family! Currently, 2 standard poodles and a pittie mix who love to be outside.

We have 2 standard poodles, Rogue and Ranger. But over the years, we've had mutts, mixes, and fosters! All with different needs, temperaments, and personal preferences. This is a quick list of the things that have helped us care for our canine kids! The grooming tools we use with spoos since we mostly self-groom, aside from bathing.

Traveling and camping with pets can be a little overwhelming. I've put together a list of helpful. useful and practical accessories that will make your vacation more fun for the whole family… especially your dogs!

Funny, interesting, and odd things to see and do in Kokomo. Located in north central Indiana, about an hour north of Indianapolis, Kokomo is known as the City of Firsts.

One of the most popular National Parks... for good reason! If you have the chance, add it to your to-do list. Our family has been several times and it's alway a discussion - do we see Acadia again or try something new?

There is just too much to see and do in DC in just one trip. I've collected a list of some of our favorites from December 2010

Throwing out dried-up flowers after a funeral always makes me sad. It feels a little like losing my loved one all over again. I've put together a list of gifts that don't get thrown away after a few days. I've included some of my stained glass pieces given as memorial gifts.

Suncatchers, paintings, jewelry, accessories, fiber arts, and self-care - I've curated a list of fruit-themed items handmade in the USA by small business owners. Shop small and support your local makers!

A list of our reliable family favorites from our years for gardening. We've kept a garden for nearly 30 years in 3 homes with 2 kids, 4 cats, 6 chickens, 7 dogs, and a horse! But, thankfully, not all at the same time.

My best recommendations for effectivity managing your small business. Resources for planning, selling, organizing, shipping and growing for your art- or craft-based business. I really DO use all of them! Excellent for beginners in the e-commerce journey.

Kokomo has some great businesses - here's a few I use and recommend. From vets, to food, to shopping and services - Kokomo has you covered

A collection of tools and resources I've found to be essential (to me, anyway) sewing tools. I've made countless garments over the years, sewing for me and the children. Sewing machines, cutting and alteration tools, and just downright handy gadgets to have around the sewing room!