My journey into furniture and home design began in an unexpected place—the classroom. As a middle school math teacher, summers gave me time to slow down and do creative work. What started as fixing up a few small furniture pieces quickly became something more. I found joy in restoring wood, experimenting with finishes, and reimagining traditional furniture in ways that felt fresh and meaningful.

Somewhere between sawdust-filled afternoons and more episodes of Fixer Upper than I can count, that curiosity turned into a true passion. What began as a seasonal hobby evolved into a creative pursuit—bringing new life to well-loved pieces and helping homes tell a story that feels both timeless and personal.