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I love to share recipes, DIYs, and my two cents on social media.

I am also proud to be the Chief Dirt Digger at Experience Farm where I have worked with my partner and husband Brandon Pierce since 2009.

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I love #DIYs, #recipes, and sharing my 2 cents on social media.

I’ve cut and counted 429 4” fabric squares fro

I’ve cut and counted 429 4” fabric squares from #scrapfabric we bought a few years ago.

Fabric for my #handsewn projects is among my favorite #thriftstorefinds. ❤️

These squares will eventually become a snuggly #quilt for our single occupancy media room that was once a walk-in closet.

It’s helpful having a small room to relax in and read or watch TV. This colorful fabric will be a warm reminder of the fun treasures @thebrandonpierce and I find when we go #thrifting.

If #CottageLife has taught me anything, it’s to look at every square foot of space in a new way and I love how we are embracing #smallspaceliving.

This #handsewing project may take a while - my goal is to have it finished by the fall so I can settle in with my knitting, a good movie or documentary and hot cup of coffee.

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#handsewing #handsew #cottagestyle #quiltingismytherapy #sewersgonnasew #sewingismytherapy #sewingproject #handsewnwithlove #thriftedhome #thriftstorefinds

A thoughtful gift from a former neighbor in Greenb

A thoughtful gift from a former neighbor in Greenboro!

She knows I love DIYs and shared a box full of @bertie_county_peanuts bags.

I look forward to using these in a future DIY that will remind me of our sweet friendship. 🥜❤️

So far my top DIY contenders are:

- stitch bags together and use them to reupholster a bench and other #burlapdecor

- use bags as #upcycled shelf liner in our open kitchen cabinets

- stitch #burlapbags together and make a couple of bolster pillows

🤔 What else could I make with a #burlapbag? Any suggestions are appreciated!

Inspired to paint today thanks to a photo by the i

Inspired to paint today thanks to a photo by the incredibly talented Chef @wishartchris of @OldNorthStateWinery in #DowntownMountAiry.

My #WatercolorPractice of this #DeliciousDessert is from his #ChefsTable and is ~ Grand Marnier-Bittersweet Chocolate Mousse with Strawberry Soup and Vanilla Tuile.

This #WatercolorPainting is still a #WorkInProgress and I couldn’t think of a better way to spend a Sunday afternoon. (Thank you for sharing your amazing creations Chris!)

If you plan to #VisitNC be sure to put #OldNorthStateWinery on the top of your ‘must eat’ list. You won’t be disappointed.

The #hyacinth I transplanted last fall are bloomin

The #hyacinth I transplanted last fall are blooming! 😍

It’s been slow going but our little #cottagegarden is coming together and I couldn’t be happier. ❤️

Today I’m looking around the old bee yard for more white #hyacinths to transplant before the rain sets in and our new bees arrive.

Each time I see these flowers I chuckle at the thought of #HyacinthBucket of #KeepingUpAppearances answering the phone... 😂

“Helloooo the Bouquet residence, Lady of the house speaking.”

Excited to finish this piece thanks to my new @gel

Excited to finish this piece thanks to my new @gellyrollph pens @thebrandonpierce ordered for me! 🙌🏻

What began as a #watercolorpractice is now officially #mixedmediaart.

This is a study inspired by an illustration by American illustrator #JamesMontgomeryFlagg (June 18, 1877 – May 27, 1960) better known for his ‘I Want You’ Uncle Sam recruitment illustration.

This is still a #workinprogress and I’m glad I waited for my #gellyrollpens to arrive! They allow me to bring detail to my #watercolorpainting and I’m already making my wishlist of colors I don’t yet have.

Every time I see this hanging in our kitchen it makes me want to throw on one of my vintage aprons and bake an apple pie. 🥧

I am constantly inspired by artists who came before me. Studying their work helps me to better learn techniques like shading, consistent color mixing and most importantly knowing when to stop. ❤️

#watercolorpainting #dailyart #artstagram #inthekitchen #vintagekitchen
#ilovegellyrollph #diyart #inspiredby #americanillustrator #mixedmediaart #gelpenart #watercolorart #watercolorartist #practicemakesprogress #vintageillustration #vintageillustrations

My pockets aren’t deep enough for my disappointm

My pockets aren’t deep enough for my disappointment in my new @Dickies.

When you buy a pair of bibs you *expect* to have pockets that can fit your whole hand.

My most recent #handsewing project was adding REAL pockets to my Dickies.

Thankfully my #fabricstash offered up enough to turn my 4” deep pockets to nearly 9” pockets that are actually functional. 🙌🏻

It’s no secret that #womenspockets are a joke. Is it too much to ask for #pocketequality?

#alterations #ithaspockets #pocketsewing #handsewn #womenspocketsareuseless #handsew #sewingismytherapy #dickies #womenspocketssuck #pocketsize

A #watercolor in progress inspired by a photo by @

A #watercolor in progress inspired by a photo by @bfullerfoto.

I researched and found a mint 1959 #Dodge Custom Royal Lancer hard top for color reference.

It’s been fun working on this #watercolorpractice - I’m learning more and more about shadows and layering color. The metal and reflective surfaces are challenging but worth the work.

I love #classiccars and this is a #watercolorpainting I’m excited to finish.

Thanks @bfullerfoto for the inspiration! Love your photos.

The #PatchWork #OvenMitts are finished! 🤓 I’

The #PatchWork #OvenMitts are finished! 🤓

I’m so happy that I was able to repurpose @thebrandonpierce Grandmother’s mitts with some of my #FabricStash. ❤️

#handsewnwithlove #handsewn #handsewing #patchworklovers #patchworkdesign #cottagelife #cottagekitchen #sewmuchlove #sewingismytherapy

🧵 My next #handsewn #sewingproject will be reju

🧵 My next #handsewn #sewingproject will be rejuvenating @thebrandonpierce grandmother’s #ovenmitts with a #patchworkquilt look using my #fabricstash.

I love that they were passed down to us and can’t wait to have them hanging in our #cottagekitchen!

I’ve never tried #handsewing patchwork on oven mitts before but I have a feeling this #sewingchallenge will be worth it. 🤓

Each time I use them I’ll remember all of the home cooked meals that they helped feed generations of Brandon’s family. ❤️

Sure we could buy new mitts - but I’d rather have these and enjoy the quiet hours spent sewing them remembering a remarkable woman.

#sewingismytherapy #sewinglove #sewmuchlove #handsewnwithlove #handsew #amsewing #sewersgonnasew #sewingfun

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