Leaf & Line

Leaf & Line was foraged from my desire to design creative gifts as unique as my friends and loved ones. When my friends began getting married, I designed and painted custom salad bowls, tailored to their interests. Naturally, when my friends began having children, I searched for gifts that reflected my friends and the joyful new chapter of their lives. After searching, I resolved to branch out and create heartfelt child-friendly gifts - which were so well received that I was inspired to share them with fellow handy-craft appreciators on Etsy.

Feeling left out, adults? Don't fret! Adult accessories such as coin purses, tablet/phone cases, and key-chain fobs will start appearing in Leaf & Line this summer. Please send me a message if a fabric or ribbon catches your eye and you would like to see it used in an adult accessory!

I get crafty in a little corner office/craft area in my one-bedroom apartment. My boyfriend, Tom, is my chief ironer and fabric-thread matcher. My two furry assistants, Boo and Radley, are hoping I will one day make a mobile and cat toy just. for. them.

By day, and some nights… and weekends… I am a full time graduate student working towards my PhD in ecology with a specialty in plants and wetlands. I also work part time as a university Teaching Assistant.

My chosen supplies reflect my interests in and out of academia. I aim for the sustainable when I can; whether it be re-purposing used items (that 2007 costume necklace – great bead source!), opting for post-consumer or recycled paper, or searching for inspiring vintage or organic fabrics. I aim to use recyclable packaging when shipping items, too.