Diary: The Susan Branch Obsession Continues

Diary: The Susan Branch Obsession Continues

Dearests, A few months ago I internet fell upon Susan Branch – a 74 year old author & illustrator who has been creating since the 1980s (when I was born) and has gathered the most beautifully connected, loyal group of readers she calls...

An Open Letter To CEO Magazine

A video in which Leonie gets ranty… To the CEO & Editor of The CEO Magazine, I’m writing in to offer feedback on your International Women’s Day Issue. I picked up your magazine for the first time on this issue, thinking it would be an excellent...
Diary: More Before & Afters!

Diary: More Before & Afters!

Treasures, Am nailing (PUNNY!) these DIY projects of late! BEHOLD! More things of note: Australia after being mostly free from COVID over the past year is having a small outbreak currently (130ish people). I do feel a little bit tense until it gets back under control....
Changing of the Guards: Journal #2 to #3

Changing of the Guards: Journal #2 to #3

Loves, It’s time for changing of the guards (journals) again. I quite enjoyed the ritual of it last time, so I thought I’d share the process again. This time I’m retiring my completely full-to-the-brim Moleskine Extended Version journal, and...
Diary: Todaysies

Diary: Todaysies

Pookybears, A wee widdle wist for today: Mr D took the girls out this morning for a craft store run. I lay on the couch like a sloth. It was SPLENDID. Finally put the finishing touches on revarnishing my studio door Gap fillered around my studio door. I’ll be...
Diary: Today In Drawing + Photos

Diary: Today In Drawing + Photos

Dearests, This morning consisted of: Doctors Blood test + poop test X-rays for foot Chemist for advice about spewing kid’s medications Hunter-gathering some salad rolls to appease my husband’s craving Now I’m home, and all set up for the afternoon....