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Handmade custom photo, embroidery and fiber creations. Specializing in creating your heirloom keepsa Creating a custom piece is what I do best.

My customers come to me with an idea of what they’d like, but they’re not always sure how to “get it done.” I work closely with my customers to ensure each piece is created as envisioned. Reach out to me with your questions or concepts – let me help you create the perfect custom heirloom piece.

10/19/2026

I don't normally post/ share other posts. However, given the number of golden owners that follow me, this post is about the value of our golden retrievers that act as therapy dogs. These beautiful creatures showed up the support the Bend, Oregon community. Thank you to all the amazing therapy dog teams that follow my page. Your services and dedication are so important. Bless you all❤️

10/02/2026

I'm getting closer to having my new design up! Here's a few test pieces I did.

06/17/2026

Hey Everyone! Just popping in for a quick update. My back continues to heal - I can tell because the pain is diminishing. I'm still on strict movement restrictions. However, I'm hopeful they'll be relaxed in the near future. I see my spinal surgeon this Friday (6/19) for a check up. I've been told it's 3 months to heal this fracture; I'm at 2.5 months this coming Saturday. To say I'm excited to get back to my life is an understatement.

On a positive, my energy level is returning to my pre-pneumonia/bronchitis levels and I'm feeling more and more like my normal self. I can actually keep my head off the pillow after 830pm, lol. I am back to walking at least 2 miles a day with a few 3 milers sprinkled in during the week. This past weekend was the FIRST weekend since last fall that I was outside most of the time puttering about!

I have gotten in a few new pieces to try out - some light weight jackets with hoods. These come in two colors - black and graphite (deep gray). These jackets are by Independent Trading Company, which is the company that provides my super-soft loose-fitting hoodie sweatshirts. I'm super excited about these pieces. They are a bit pricier but they are gorgeous, in my opinion.

For these pieces, the embroidered design will sit on the right breast instead of the typical left breast placement. There's a nice zippy pocket where you could stash your sunglasses or house key. What I love most is the weight and sturdy feel of this jacket.

I realize we're heading into the hottest parts of summer, so maybe a soft shell coat isn't at the top of your list. I know I'll love this one come those cooler September mornings! It's similar to the hoodless softshell from Port Authority that I've carried.

I am hoping to start embroidering in July - assuming I get the go ahead to start bending, twisting, stretching, and bearing weight. It's amazing how hard it to NOT perform these movements. Simple tasks like emptying the dishwasher have become my most challenging ones!

I am looking forward to having this fracture complete healed so I can get back to my life and enjoy the last half of the year (holy cow, how did we get almost half way through 2026???).

Thanks to all who have checked in on my progress.

Let me know what you think of this style jacket.

$Just an update on the 14 year GRLS design - it is currently paused due to an unexpected back injury (compression fractur...$

05/15/2026

Just an update on the 14 year GRLS design - it is currently paused due to an unexpected back injury (compression fracture at L1, oops...there goes MY pickleball career). It happened just as I hit 100% after the pneumonia/bronchitis in Feb/Mar.

It's been a long year and we're only 5 months in! Hopefully, I'll be able to launch something by June, for July shipping.

In the meantime, tell me what type of pieces you'd like to see this new design on! Design will have the option of with halo or without as we've still got a lot of senior Heroes out there!

I appreciate the understanding and patience!

03/20/2026

Get ready… it’s almost here! 🐾✨

I just completed my first test stitch of the GRLS 14-Year Anniversary design—and I’m really excited about how it’s coming together!

As part of the process, I always do a test stitch on a fabric similar to what I’ll use in production. For this one, I grabbed a lightweight, stretchy long-sleeve knit jacket (Tek brand). Since my main goal was to evaluate the stitch design itself, I kept the setup simple—using two layers of tear-away stabilizer (the material used on the inside of the garment to support the stitching). Normally, I’d use a more structured, leave-in stabilizer, but this gave me a quick way to test performance.

Good news—I love how it turned out!
I did make one adjustment: the stars. The satin-style stitch felt a little too raised and prone to snagging, so I switched to a flatter stitch—similar to what’s used in the golden—which gives it a cleaner, more durable finish.

Next up: one more test run… after I give my trusty machine a little TLC. She’s due for some oil, a good dusting, and a bit of love before we get into production mode. 😊

About the design 💛

This piece started from my Angel concept. There will be two versions:

✨ Angel version (with halo)

🐾 Hero version (no halo)

The tagline: “Honoring Heroes – Inspiring Hope”

Every year, as we celebrate more and more birthdays—all of our Heroes now in double digits (11 is the youngest, I think!)—I feel an incredible sense of hope. Our thriving seniors may hold the key to understanding what helps them live longer, healthier lives compared to the heroes we’ve lost.

This design honors all of our heroes—past and present.

And the added line, “Together for the Goldens,” speaks directly to this amazing community. Fourteen years in, and we’re still here—supporting one another, celebrating the breed, grieving together, and building something truly special.

Once finalized, this design will be available on my usual garments—and maybe a few new ones, like the knit I shared earlier. 👀

What do you think?

03/06/2026

My Port Authority 1/4" zip knit arrived. The best description is that it feels like a medium weight, stretchy knit. It reminds me of some of my Tek exercise jackets, but it's a slippery knit (polyester/ spandex blend) compared to my cotton pull overs and zip ups. I like it. Need to see how well it stitches, now!

02/26/2026

Happy Almost-End-of-Winter everyone! Oh my goodness, it's been a bumpy start to 2026 for this old girl. This year started with 2 Celebration of Life services for two very loved people in my world - my Mother-in-Law, Evelyn and my dear friend, Bertha. After attending these two services, I ended up quite ill. Germs - who wants them, anyway!

For those who didn't know, I missed the better part of February as I contracted both Bronchitis and Pneumonia and went into acute hypoxemic respiratory distress (2/2). Suffice it to say, it's definitely left me a bit weaker after about 27 days of illness, steroids and antibiotics. But I am on the mend and ready to get back to embroidering a few select pieces.

Just as the rest of life was put on hold, so was my back Physical Therapy and exercise journey. That'll all start back up at the end of March as it's going to take me a bit to get myself back where I had been before I got so sick.

To give you an update on my designing - late last year, I actually put together my 2026 - 14 Year Anniversary design for our 3000 GRLS Hero pups. I need to test it out, still, but I'm confident it'll be a winner. Like my other designs, you'll have the opportunity to add your hero(es) name(s) and number(s). I'll likely get the my big girl machine turned on in the next week or so as I continue to recover from this double lung infection.

Here's one of the new pieces I'm entertaining for this new design. I am still looking for the jacket posted last year. Unfortunately, I found the sizing unacceptable on my typically reliable Port Authority jackets. I have no timeline on those at this time. What do you think of this quarter-zip knit ladies' pull over piece?

I think it looks great for a lighter cover up as we head into spring! Hoping to have something updated on the website by end of March. Feel free to nudge me along as I'm moving a bit slow these days.

11/14/2025

Hi everyone!

I can't believe we're already into the holiday season. While I'm easing back into the studio, I am offering a limited set of products. I'm still figuring out what to do with the print side of my business. Between my favorite (best!) vendor that provided all of my sublimation blanks changing hands last spring (2024!), I've had a hard time finding a suitable replacement with the quality items I expect.

To provide a hooded jacket update, I am still looking for that perfect hooded shell. I brought in a couple of sizes of the Port Authority style I really liked, only to find that I (and my customers) would have to upsize at LEAST 2 sizes. I'm not even convinced 2 extra sizes would work. The cut is different on this style for some unknown reason. I continue to search for the perfect garment.

I did, however, find a nice men's hooded soft shell jacket. If there's any interest in me adding this jacket to my line up, please let me know. It comes in 3 color combinations - Mineral Green, Black, and Charcoal - each color has an accent color on the sleeves and pockets (as seen in the photo). Base price on this embroidered piece would be around $100.

I appreciate all the notes and messages I've received during my hiatus. I AM feeling much better. I continue to do my daily PT in house and see my Physical Therapy team once a week. Plus, I'm continue to push with my Personal Trainer to strengthen my core - a significant piece of my back strengthing. I am hoping to be back to full studio speed sometime next year.

For those of you who traditionally shop my website but don't see your holiday favorites (hand towels, etc.), please drop me a message and I'll let you know what options are available.

Happy Holidays, everyone!

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09/20/2025

Hello, Hello Everyone!

It's been a minute since I last updated on my shop. Summer has disappeared in what seems like just a minute. Fall is in full swing in Berkeley Springs, trees changing, leaves fall, and chilly weather these past few weeks.

I am loving my Port Authority Shell jacket and vests in this cooler weather. However, I found that on those cooler, misty mornings, I really missed having a hood to keep my head from getting damp. As a result, I am thinking these Port Authority Ladies' cut Hooded Core Shells might be a nice item to bring in for the Fall/Winter weather. The base cost on these jackets is a little pricier. I suspect my price on these would likely be close to $100 once embroidered.

Please let me know if there's any interest here in bringing these gorgeous, stylish jackets into my collection.

Hard to believe we are almost to the end of September. I still don't know where this year went as it simply flew by!

I am still entertaining different options for moving forward with my business. Tarriffs are starting to rear their ugly heads in all of my business areas - embroidery, print, and hand-made goods. I'm seeing increases anywhere from 5% to 25%, depending on where the base products are created. I will be making some decisions in the next few weeks to come. Stay tuned here!

On a personal note, I am still aggressively working on minimizing issues with my back - actively attending my PT sessions and DOING my PT at home, continued work with my personal trainer, and seeing all the specialists to continue with aggressive treatments for my back. A strained hamstring has set me back a little in my walking, but this next week should be much better.

I look forward to hearing from you all!

07/22/2025

Just touching base with my friends to let you know that yes, I am alive. I did survive the wedding, but it's taking me much longer to get the things I'd had planned for July completed. Soooo, giving you the heads up, I may extend this little hiatus into August.

I am considering different options for how I want to move forward, what services I want to keep offering, what personalized styles, and the like. I'm dealing with some additional issues (ongoing) with my back. So I know there will be some time away from the home front to continue to pursue answers and relief.

Also, if you wanted one of the embroidered tanks I showed off prior to the wedding, drop your name here. I think I remember two people who wanted one before summer is up - but I figured I'd mention it again.

For attention and so I don't lose this post - here's a pic of me from Samantha and Brandon's wedding. I'm being walked down the aisle to my seat by Pat Scales, who is part of our extended family. He is like a son to me. Pat is the husband of my daughter's best friend and matron of honor, Brandie. I am blessed beyond measure with all the fine "Framily" members who have stepped in and stepped up in George's absence. I miss him terribly, but the framily members, like Pat, always help.

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22 HIGHLAND Lane
Berkeley Springs, WV
25411

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Wednesday	10am - 6pm
Thursday	10am - 6pm
Friday	10am - 6pm
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