One of the proudest moments of my creative journey was becoming a Platinum Seller on Zazzle. It’s a rare honor, and it meant that thousands of people all around the world had chosen my designs to celebrate, honor, and inspire their lives. For me, it wasn’t just about the sales — it was about knowing that my work was making its way into kitchens, offices, weddings, and memorials, bringing little sparks of meaning to everyday life.
But the truth is, the world has changed. With AI generating designs instantly, it’s become harder for artists like me to earn a living the way we used to. Sales have slowed, and at times it’s disheartening. I still pour love into every design, but I’ve also realized it may be time to return to another part of myself that I’ve kept mostly private: my sculpting.
Sculpture has always been my first love. My hands shaping clay, forming curves and textures, creating pieces that speak of connection and meaning — it’s where my soul feels most alive. Many of my sculptures revolve around the Tree of Life, a symbol of unity, growth, and the connections that bind us all together.
So while I continue to design gifts and affirmations, I will also begin to share more of my sculptures online. At 62, it feels like the right time to let this part of myself breathe in the open, instead of hiding it away.
It’s both a little scary and very exciting. Change always is. But just as the Tree of Life reminds us — roots keep us grounded, branches keep us reaching, and in between, we grow. 💜