I have come to be inspired and well fed by the postings of mixed media collage artist Donna Watson. Some days ago she invited readers of her blog to visit the serenity of her home .

Peaceful surroundings are important to me and being able to glimpse the attention to detail and the grace of placement that she shares is for me a true healing balm.

My dear artist friend Che'usa has been renovating a cottage with a view of Mount Etna. She recently set up her sewing studio and singing bowl (here's a youtube of my friend Calby playing the bowls) room. Pictured is the silk duvet cover that Che'usa stitched up today inside her cozy little nest.

Che' introduced me to the work of Gail Rieke. I was most smitten by a glimpse inside her studio... here.

Naturally our artist homes are often sanctuary for our four legged friends as seen here at my pal Betsy's...you may enjoy her amazing vegan recipes too.