Tabitha Summers of Fieldlight Designs

When I was 16 my mom was ill at Christmas, so on Christmas Eve I took on the task of playing Santa – getting the presents under the tree and filling the Christmas stockings. It was probably 10:30 at night on Christmas Eve when I realized that Mom had gotten stocking stuffers for my sister and I, but the boy friendly stocking stuffers for my brother were sadly very few. This was before 24 hour Walmarts and my brother ended up with a lot of candy from the gas station because that was all I could find. So my advice, plan ahead.

I love insulated tumblers! I've switched to using them almost exclusively for my everyday drinkware. My drinks stay cold (or hot) and I don't have to worry so much about my clutzy self knocking over my drink onto my laptop…or just into my lap!

I've had dogs in my home most of my life. Our first family dog was Dexter. He was a VERY fat, VERY smart beagle. He was so fat because he was so smart. You see, Dexter figured out how to open the fridge and pull out the meat drawer so he could eat whatever he wanted. Nothing we did stopped him until we finally reversed the door on the fridge so the open side was against the wall and he could no longer get his nose between the door and the frame to get it open. When we were teenagers, my sister ended up adopting a dog her ex-boyfriend had rescued. Eli was a shepard mix. By that time Dexter was getting old, but he got along with Eli just fine because he figured out that Eli could get things off the kitchen counter for him. Very fat, very smart beagle. After college, my brother moved in with me when he was transferred down to my area for his job. Soon after he moved in, I got a call while I was on a business trip. "You wouldn't mind if we had a dog when you got home?" he asked. We didn't have a dog when I got home, but soon after we went to the humane society and brought Onyx home. Eventually Onyx became my dog instead of my brothers. Onyx was a black lab mix, and the sweetest most well behaved dog. A few years laater while visiting my sister, we went to the shelter because she was thinking of getting another puppy. She didn't walk out with a puppy, but I did. Peanut was a goofball of a yellow lab/spitz mix who was afraid of his own shadow...literally.

The book is ALWAYS better isn't it? If you enjoyed the movies, check out the books! Some of these you may recognize. Some you probably don't. The Wheel of Time is my current favorite. I'm still a fan of Harry Potter.

While the book is always better, I love these small and big screen adaptations! I don't read a lot of mysteries or thrillers, but I love watching them on screen! I was a big fan of Tom Clancy back in the day right up until “Rainbow Six” and the ending of that book was when Clancy jumped the shark for me. I read a couple more, but eventually gave up.

If you love science fiction, these are all great series to watch or read. I started off my journey as a reader in middle school when my dad bought me a boxed set of Anne McCaffrey's Dragonriders of Pern for Christmas. I soon branched out to sci-fi. Assimov, Arthur C. Clarke, so many Star Trek novels (Yes, I'm a Trekkie.), and other authors no one has probably heard of. I love the more intellectual sci-fi like Contact over the wierd stuff like Dune.

These are some of my favorite fantasy authors and books. I started reading fantasy as a young teen nearly 40 years ago so these tend to be older books. Anne McCaffrey's Pern novels were my gateway. My dad bought me the first trilogy for Christmas when I was 14.

Want to give a child a head start in life? Put reading materials in the home. It doesn't even matter what reading materials. The number one predictor of a child's success is whether or not there was reading in their home. My undergrad degree is in early childhood/K-3 education. Here are some of my favorite children's books.

These are some of my favorite modern folk artists and songs.

If you love listening to Mumford & Sons try these other great modern folk groups. I sometimes listen to Prime Music while working and my go-to is to pop on the Mumford & Sons station and explore modern folk.

I love movie and TV soundtracks. Those majestic scores that bring you right back to that moment in the movie with just a few notes. Whether its the orchestral wonder of a John Williams score or that perfect choice of a vocal existing or original song.

One of the staples of television has been the medical drama, and I've been a fan of the genre all my life. Everything from Quincy, ME and MASH to current hits like Grey's Anatomy and The Pitt.

Ideas for adding curb appeal to your yard and flower beds. My yard definitely needs some of these!

My philosophy for my flower beds is plant it, and if it lives buy more. If it struggles in one location I may dig it up and move it, but I don't want gardening to be my second job.

These are my must have tools for yard work. If you're a new homeowner, these are the basic tools you'll need to manage your yard chores like a pro.

Decorating your walls with wall art instantly adds personality, warmth, and style to any space. Wall art transforms blank walls into visual focal points, reflecting your taste and making your home feel complete. From modern prints to vintage posters, the right artwork can elevate your décor and create a cohesive design. Explore a wide range of wall art ideas to refresh your space with color, texture, and inspiration.

I love the Craftsman architecture, but I admit I'm not as much of a fan of some of the decor. I like to put a modern take on the aesthetic with brighter bolder colors and decor juxtaposed with the natural materials and artisan details of the period. The Arts and Crafts era, which flourished from the late 19th to early 20th century, was a design movement that emphasized craftsmanship, simplicity, and natural materials in response to the industrial revolution’s mass production. In home décor and design, it featured handcrafted wood furniture, built-in cabinetry, stained glass, and earthy color palettes inspired by nature. Hallmarks include exposed joinery, stylized floral and geometric motifs, and the use of materials like oak, copper, and ceramic tile. Prominent figures in the movement include William Morris, known for his intricate wallpaper and textile designs, and Gustav Stickley, a key figure in American Arts and Crafts furniture. Their work reflected the movement’s core values: beauty through function, honest materials, and a connection to the handmade.This list contains modern takes and vintage reproductions on this iconic style.

Whether you're decorating a centuries year old farmhouse or building new, these farmhouse style items will be perfect for your place. Farmhouse decor filled with florals, wood, and metal accents gives your home a timeless appeal.

The Works Progress Administration (WPA), established by President Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1935 during the Great Depression, was a New Deal program aimed at providing jobs and revitalizing the economy. Among its many initiatives, the WPA’s Federal Art Project (FAP) employed artists to create public murals, prints, and posters—many of which promoted travel and tourism across the United States. The WPA travel posters, known for their bold colors, streamlined designs, and striking depictions of national parks, cities, and historic landmarks, captured the optimism of the era. These posters not only encouraged domestic tourism but also set a lasting aesthetic standard, influencing modern travel and vintage poster art. Today, these designs remain iconic, inspiring contemporary artists and printmakers who celebrate their timeless appeal.

I've been quilting since I was a teenager and love to help others learn to enjoy the art.

Quilt retreats are fun, but you need to plan ahead because often you'll only have what you bring with you. Having a kit specifically for retreats and sew days will take the stress out of prepping for your trip whether it's one day or a week long cruise.

I love to bake! When I was a child it was something I did with both my parents and grandparents. In my family it was sugar cookies for Christmas, but peanut butter, chocolate chip, and snickerdoodles for just whenever occasions. Thanksgiving breakfast was when mom made cinnamon rolls, and the rest of autumn was for pumpkin bread. We had banana bread whenever the bananas got overripe, and the bonanza of zucchini from the garden became zucchini bread for weeks on end.

Indianapolis has things to do year round. The month of May is, of course, dominated by the festivities surrounding the Indianapolis 500. The Indiana State Fair is fun to visit in early August. There's aways something happening at the Children's Museum and the Zoo for the kids. Symphony on the Prairie is a summertime treat.

When I was little my uncle had emphasema and was on oxygen which meant he spent a lot of time at home. He loved to do jigsaw puzzles with his wife and kids to spend the time. Every time I do a jigsaw puzzle I think of him. Jigsaw puzzles are great shared activities with friends and family.

A one-stop hub for anyone passionate about protecting democracy, voting rights, and civic engagement. Whether you're looking for educational resources, activist merchandise, or inspiration to stay informed and involved, this board is packed with powerful content to keep democracy strong!

Show your support for Ukraine! Putin invaded Ukraine. The war is in no way the fault of the Ukrainians. Putin is committing war crimes.

Send Easter greetings to family and friends with these greeting cards and postcards.

Celebrate International Women's Day and the spirit of equity. Women's History Month surrounds this day in the month of March.

Throughout the year, we celebrate awareness days, weeks, and months to support causes: worthy, quirky, sentimental, and everything in between. Here's a list of events to celebrate month by month.

Eye-catching, fully customizable postcards for real estate agents to send to potential buyers and sellers.

If you don't want the hassle of being a landlord, but still want the benefits of investing in real estate, here are some alternatives to consider from private lending to tax liens and beyond.

Whether you're looking for a gift for dad for father's day, a tie for the new graduate, or something for a special holiday, neckties are a classic gift for men. Every man should have at least one or two ties for special occasions even if they don't need to wear a tie to work every day. I admit, I don't think I've ever bought a tie for my dad or brother though when he retired my dad gave me most of his ties thinking I would make a quilt with them. I utterly failed at that idea. My dad's ties were always on the conservative side and worn mainly at the office. I wish now that I'd gotten him some fun funky ties to wear. I do think he would have loved to have some patriotic ties to wear to his veterans events.