SCS Designs Co. – Handcrafted Art & Creative Journey
"Learning to Trust the Creative Process: A Self-Taught Artist's Perspective"
Category: Home & Garden
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Closer to the garden I’ve been dreaming about – and this is the most crucial part of being consistent and patient. My initial progress was slowed as I prepared for and then had surgery – but my family split a few tasks over the last week so that I had something to bring me outside. …
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Progress of the front yard garden and reflections during a season of healing.
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There’s something about snow in Texas that regularly draws out the panic shoppers, lookie-loos for snow, and the inner NASCAR driver… but here, I’m approaching it with a little more wonder this year. In the Spencer household, my snow days started a little earlier than the actual weather. The pressure from the moving weather systems,…
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This year feels like a “beginning” season for me — art, writing, faith, and even the slow work of building a little retreat space at home through gardening and sustainability. I don’t have a perfect plan, and I’m not trying to force one. I’m simply choosing to begin again, take small steps, and trust God…
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Balancing meal planning with busy lives requires simple swaps and accepting imperfections. Nourishing connections matter more than idealized family dinners.
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The author reflects on the struggle to enjoy projects while feeling pressure to complete them quickly. They emphasize the importance of patience, breaking tasks into manageable parts, and finding joy in the process of growth.
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Some of my most treasured childhood memories are painted in the vibrant colors of my Opa’s hillside garden. This wasn’t just any garden—it was a masterpiece that took years to create, transforming a steep slope into what felt like my own personal Disneyland. 😂 Picture this: winding paths that led you through completely different worlds.…
