Where It All Began About five years ago, I was watching a Netflix series, Anne with an E. Anne loved to use books to press flowers, and I was totally inspired by this old tradition that began in 16th-century Japan as a craft known as Oshibana. Originally practiced by samurai, it served as a way to promote patience, concentration, and a connection to nature. However, the foundational practice of pressing botanicals dates back even further, to ancient Egypt. How I Press Flowers There are...

The news cameras left long ago, but many in Western North Carolina are still living with the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. Nearly two years later, these photographs tell the stories of places that remain damaged, overlooked, and waiting to be restored. My hope is that by sharing them, we can ensure they are not forgotten.

Your wedding day is one of the most significant events in your life. It’s filled with love, joy, and a myriad of special moments that you...