My name is Dana, and I am a 40-something, Jesus-loving mama with a heart for handmade and building community.

I live in a little tourist town on the north coast of Oregon, am married with two kiddos and two adorable doodles.

I've been making things with my hands for as long as I can remember...as a kid, I did latch hook, cross stitch, paint by number, knitting, drawing, etc. And as a teenager, I was always the one drawing the bubble letters on the homecoming posters. In college, I preferred to crochet until 3am over going out to the parties, and about 17 years ago, I painted my first wood sign. And everything since then has been a wonderful surprise.

Today, I focus most of my handmade work around laser engraved keepsake treasures where YOU get to be the designer! I can also be found engraving pencil sets for kids and adults alike! I have found so much joy in this work - but the truth is, my creative retreats have my heart. I hope some day they take up 100% of my work life because they are my true (work) passion. Currently, I travel around the country 3-5 times a year to host 5 day creative retreats where YOU come and make pretty things with me and a handful of other women. We sit around the table and work with our hands, and share with our hearts.

Someday I hope to own my very own retreat home, where I can create a magical, creative and relaxing atmosphere for you! Thanks so much for being here...I hope that you are blessed with the work I do and enjoy it in your home!