FAVORITE THINGS – JANE AUSTEN GIVEAWAY – WINNER ANNOUNCED! We decided since this was an old-school giveaway, we’d do an old-school drawing. Names were written on slips of paper that were placed in a basket, shaken well, then one name was drawn. Congratulations Hannah! Please contact me by email to claim your prize! I’m glad […]
In generations past, one lucky family member would inherit old family photos. The others could do little more than hope for a glance when visiting the fortunate photographic heirs. As technology advanced it became easier to make copies of the treasured family photos, but quality copies were still relatively rare. I feel so fortunate that […]
It’s no secret that I love books. My dining room china cabinet is bursting with the beautiful books displayed there while my dishes stay hidden away in a dusty corner cupboard. Other dining room shelves display the overflow, and that’s just one little room. There’s hardly a room in the house that doesn’t contain a […]
The end of February is drawing near, and it’s time to start planning for Spring. I’ve already started being drawn toward the seed packets in the grocery stores – so many pretty colors and textures! I can hardly wait. Of course, I’ll have to. There’s still snow covering most of the flowerbeds and almost all […]
Just a little sneak preview of my latest project for Scrapbook Dimensions Magazine. I had planned on creating this handy-dandy little travel journal for my recent trip to Italy, but it’s better late than never. It would have been so convenient to take notes and stash tickets, maps, postcards, etc. in the pockets as we […]
One of my favorite things is volunteering in my childrens’ classrooms. I love the chance to get to know their teachers, their classmates, and above all to see how they fit into their class. This year I had the opportunity to help with reading and art in my son’s second grade classroom, which gave me […]
Sometimes it’s the little things in life that make all of the difference. Some of my favorite memories are of simple little things that have brought me joy, from kind words to beautiful moments that took my breath away. I still treasure lilacs not only for their beauty but for the beautiful childhood memories that their scent […]
Hi! I’m Barbara Anne Williams, a designer and illustrator living in the Rocky Mountains of Northern Utah. I find inspiration in the beauty of nature, the scent of old books, and the kindness of everyday heroes.
