Old stuff becomes quirky, new neck and wall garnish.  I enjoy the art of giving casual items renewed life and a fresh new purpose.  My inspiration for art comes from contradiction...rust and lace, pearls and wood, metal and fabric, books and paint...and a pure affection for anything considered vintage, old, and worn out.  My ideas and art have been featured on various HGTV and Discovery Channel segments and shows, numerous "how-to" books by Better Homes and Gardens, and my childhood recipes assembled in my book titled, "Homemade".  All of my creations are best described as old, new stuff...re-purpose...re-do...re-invent...re-use...thus, the art of being renewed!