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As a former teacher and lifelong bookworm, I can’t resist!

Here, you’ll find shop updates, behind-the-scenes looks at creative projects, book reviews, and teaching tips. I am a nerd at heart, and this blog shows my many different passions and interests. Contact me to follow up on any of these topics.

  • Haaaaaave You Tried Printable Art?

    Haaaaaave You Tried Printable Art?

    During new teacher orientation for my very first year of teaching, the most magical place we toured was the district print shop. They could make bulk copies of papers and work packets for us, but the best part was the ability to print off posters for the classroom! On a teacher’s budget (and especially aContinue… Read more

  • Rad Bookish Designs for 80s and 90s Kids

    Rad Bookish Designs for 80s and 90s Kids

    Being a child in the 80s and 90s was an experience. Lisa Frank binders. Running home to watch your favorite shows because DVR and streaming didn’t exist. Commercials. Playing with friends without the internet tempting you away from playing make-believe. That’s what I wanted to channel with this line of designs. They are a mixContinue… Read more

  • 13 Bookish Stickers for Your Water Bottle!

    13 Bookish Stickers for Your Water Bottle!

    The best Etsy tip I’ve applied recently: don’t go on vacation mode! I usually put my shop in vacation mode after my last Christmas shipment, but this year, I decided to stay online. It motivated me to create new sticker designs and grow my shop! Plus, it’s been fun to keep connecting with people afterContinue… Read more

  • 8 Unique Gifts for Your Favorite English Teacher

    Looking for a fun way to tell your Lit teacher that they’re “Lit” for Teacher Appreciation Week or a great end of year gift? Check out these affordable and quirky pieces! Born to Read, Read or Die Sticker This one’s definitely for the “cool” teacher! I created this biker-inspired design as a nod to howContinue… Read more

  • Calligraphy Workshop: Online Resources

    Calligraphy Workshop: Online Resources

    I’m hosting an introduction to calligraphy workshop today! Here are the resources I’ll be sharing with my class: Read more

  • 2019 in Books: Record-Breaking, Life-Changing, and a Whole Lot of Fun

    2019 in Books: Record-Breaking, Life-Changing, and a Whole Lot of Fun

    35 books. I shattered my goal of 25. And I had a hella good time. Read more