Marian Parsons, Author at Miss Mustard Seed

a little shelf tweaking

by Marian Parsons | Aug 29, 2023 | Decorating, Kitchen, My House

We finally started school in our neck of the woods, which is both cause for celebration and mourning. I am excited for the rhythm that comes with the routine school days force us into. I find I am more focused and productive within that framework. I also enjoy...

fall Walmart fashion | classic blue & white staples

by Marian Parsons | Aug 28, 2023 | a slice of life, clothing & style, Favorite Things

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by . As always, all words and opinions expressed are honest and my own. | | | | | | | We moved into our house almost a year ago! Can you believe that? We still have things in boxes and areas that have remained largely untouched...

commissioned paintings

by Marian Parsons | Aug 24, 2023 | Art, Artistic Endeavors, Oil Painting

This is sort of turning into art week here on the blog. There is just a lot happening with my artwork right now, so that’s what was in the hopper to share. I do have some other home projects going on, though, and I’ll share some of those next week. I...

dream partnership

by Marian Parsons | Aug 22, 2023 | Art, Artistic Endeavors, Oil Painting

This is one of those you-just-never-know stories that goes all the way back to 2004 when I ordered a book from a home decor book club. The book was called . The cover of that book is unfortunate, but the interior is scrumptious. I poured over that book and, almost...

August 2023 original art sale preview

by Marian Parsons | Aug 21, 2023 | Art, Artistic Endeavors, Oil Painting

The art side of my business has been slowly chugging along for a few years. I go through spurts and seasons but didn’t really commit to producing enough to have regular art sales (about once every six weeks) until this year. And, wow! What a difference...