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Wednesday, February 3, 2010

Creatively Wise

Katie is who I wish I was when I was 20. 

Creole Wisdom

I’ve enjoyed her blog for a couple of years.  I like her candid writing about growing up, going to college, having boyfriends…….I find myself wishing I could be that girl again with as much poise and grace as she has at such vulnerable age for all of us.  The age where we are truly becoming adults.  Katie is a smart girl.  She’s got the confidence that we hope all young girls grow up with.  

Her blog is really about simple living.  Being creative in all aspect and corners of her life.  She is a published photographer…….and excited to build her photography business.  image Its not enough for Katie to give her clients their Cd in any ordinary fashion…….she created her own envelope…….image You’ll get the message that she doesn’t do anything without style and grace.imageI think this is one my favorite photos.  I love the large tree and the people mingling.  This was a family event…..For me she captured the “family tree”.  (is that a labradoodle in the lower left corner?)image I think I first found Katie a couple of years ago through scrapbooking.  Remember when I used to scrapbook?  She had also lived in Portland at one point, so I instantly felt a connection to her blog. 

I love that a single woman feels the need to scrapbook this time in her life.  So many women think life starts once your married.  Don’t get me wrong….she wants to get married someday and will make an incredible wife and mother, but she’s living in the moment, relishing her journey.  There will be no settling for this young lady.  And if you’re lucky enough to be a friend…..then I’m sure she’ll keep you for life.imageKatie loves creating an environment that is orderly, creative and inviting.  She’s got some mad organizing skillz.  And she truly enjoys it.  I love how she’s done her college years albums.  Once again…..style and grace.imageimage  I was such a goof in college……..I have very few photos….but in my defense, that was back in the day of film…..and all the steps that go with that.  imageThe storage of photos was such a pain…..keeping track of all those little negative.  I’m breaking out in hives just thinking about it.    

Katie adores all things paper crafting……imageShe’s the kind of girl that plans out her Christmas gift wrap…….I’m sure she already has next years planned.  :)

If Katie could hang out with Martha Stewart for the day, I’m sure Martha would be asking her for ideas and advice by the end of the day.  Katie adores all things domestic…….she loves to cook, bake, entertain.  I really don’t think there is a moment when this girl isn’t planning something that will nourish her soul…….or someone else’s. imageIf you want to meet a girl who is taking full responsibility of her life and her direction…….taking life by the horns……then head over to her blog.  She’s a wise wise woman.image

Thanks to all who linked up for Get Your Craft On!  I’m trying to get through the list.  Come back tomorrow for another great feature.

12 comments:

Shell in your Pocket said...

Looks like a wonderful blogger-
sandy toe

Gina said...

Looks like a fun blog-and that yummy muffin looks amazing!

Kitschalicious said...

This blog looks so fun! Oh to be young again! LOL!

Beth@The Stories of A to Z said...

A wise young soul always intrigues me! That family tree picture is perfect and her paper crafts look beautiful. Thanks for introducing us to her.

Catherine said...

Thanks a fantastic link, I love here photographs. I just wish I had the photo she had of myself in my 20's, I have forgotten so much. As my children grow up I wish I could share that time of my life with them.... or maybe not in some cases!!!

Kim @ Everything Etsy said...

Thanks so much for introducing her to us! I totally understand the "film thing" and that's why I don't have albums lined up perfectly from those early day. LOL

The photographs are beautiful...really beautiful! What an amazing talent! :)

~Kim

Chacoy said...

I don't have anything lined up perfectly or planned out for this second, but I wish I had the patience to do all of the above;}
Great feature; thanks!

Creole Wisdom said...

Thank you so much, I feel incredibly honored! Wow. This completely made my week :)

Miranda said...

I keep seeing all of my favorite bloggers being featured over here on you blog so I figured it was about time I started subscribing. I can already tell your blog is going to be hard on my reader numbers...so much cool stuff to add! :)

Etsi said...

Awesome stuff!!! I collect sterling silver bracelets - so I really really really REALLY want one...............

Dana D said...

I love her knack at organization and order! I wish I could be more like that!

Bobbi said...

I was looking back at your old posts and saw this sentence that made me laugh right outloud...."She's either an over achiever or LDS"! Only an LDS girl would know something like that....funny!