Where do you find inspiration?

Finding Inspiration“I have found that sitting in a place where you have never sat before can be inspiring.”

Dodie Smith

Where do you find inspiration?

I find that it sometimes it’s the smallest things that can provide that spark of inspiration – sitting in a new place, looking at things from a different perspective or applying techniques learned while doing one thing – to something else.

I’ll be puzzling over a problem  – unable to find just the right solution and later – when I’m doing something else entirely – there it is – a great idea. I doubt that I’m alone in this – I’m guessing you’ve had that same thing happen to you as well. What if it wasn’t so random? What if it was possible to consciously focus on ways to tap into those moments of creative inspiration?

Here’s my own list of ideas for finding ways to be open to an inspirational moment: (more…)



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Every Thought We Think …

Positive Thought to Ponder …. “Every thought we think – is creating our future” Loise L. Hay Those voices in your head – you know the ones. The ones that tell you it’s too big of a project, it’s too hard – far – expensive – whatever. I know all about those voices – and… Read more …

Pink Present

Is your valentine a tea lover, baker or a quilter?

Perhaps all of the above? If so  I know just the place for you to pick up the perfect Valentine’s gift. OneMark Creations! In addition to my normal store hours – I’ll be open on Saturday, February 4th from 6:00 – 9:00pm. Enjoy choosing your gift from a beautiful selection of original tea, coffee and… Read more …

OneMark Creations - Beaverton Oregon USA

It’s been quite the journey

Finding the perfect location for a new studio for OneMark Creations seemed like such a great idea. We found the perfect location just blocks from our home in a historic building in downtown Beaverton. The price was right, the neighbors are involved and welcoming, the building owner  – great with whatever we wanted to do… Read more …

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Breaking News – OneMark Creations is on Broadway

Did that get your attention? It’s true – OneMark Creations is moving to a new location. Join us as we hold our OPEN HOUSE and celebrate our new studio and store in the historic Rossi Building in Beaverton’s Old Town. Read more …

Slow Down

And a wise woman said…

Positive Thought to Ponder: For fast acting relief – try slowing down! Lily Tomlin   This time of year it seems everything is speeding up. It’s school and projects at work, a house that needs cleaning and the dog that needs to be walked, groceries and laundry and the list goes on. Don’t even get… Read more …

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What’s New – Corduroy

If you’ve been with me for awhile – you know that I love to offer my items in a wide range of beautiful fabrics. I look for all kinds of prints that showcase the unique shape and style of my cozies, wallets and kitchen accessories. One thing I haven’t done – is feature a line… Read more …

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