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Jo's Favorite Things :

Summer Shoes

Do you ever wonder what Jo’s favorite things are?  Let’s take a look inside the mind of a creative genius and step into some lovely summer shoes. 

summer shoes

Now who is ready for a long summer’s night walk on the beach?

Jo's Favorite Things :

Ice Cubes

Make a drink and relax…we are about to take a look into the mind of a creative genius. I hope your drink is “on the rocks.”

Creative Ice Cube Ideas

Ice cubes can add a simple and elegant touch to your summer drinks.  Have you tried any creative ways to make ice cubes?  It’s easy to see why creative ice cubes are one of Jo’s favorite things.

 

Jo's Favorite Things :

Pictures

Sit back and relax in your favorite chair.  We are about to take a look into the mind of a creative genius…just picture it now.

jo's favorite things pictures

 ”Favorite pictures arranged with great style!” ~Jo Packham

How do you like to arrange your pictures?

Jo's Favorite Things :

Lamps

Sit back and relax in your favorite chair.  We are about to take a look into the mind of a creative genius…and flip the light switch. 

jo's favorite things: lamps

Can you see why Jo loves these creative lighting ideas?  Do you have any lighting in your home or wor kspace that really stands out?  Lamps are an easy way to add a decorative touch to any space. 

 

 

Jo's Favorite Things :

Rain

Do you ever wonder what Jo’s favorite things are?  We are about to take a look into the mind of a creative genius…get cozy in your favorite chair and watch the rain fall. 

jo's favorite things rain

“I love rainy days!” ~Jo Packham

Are you able to see the beauty in a rainy day like Jo?

Jo's Favorite Things :

The Ocean

Sit back and relax in your favorite chair.  We are about to take a look into the mind of a creative genius…join Jo at the ocean. 

ocean collage

“I love the ocean!” ~Jo Packham

It’s easy to see why Jo love’s the ocean—the colors, the beaches, the coral, and the gorgeous scenery. 

Jo's Favorite Things :

Artist’s Supplies

Sit back and relax in your favorite chair.  We are about to take a look into the mind of a creative genius…find out why an artist’s supplies are one of Jo’s favorite things.

artist's supplies

“I am not an artist but I love their much loved pastels and brushes and their journals filled with notes and color and ‘someday’ thoughts.” ~ Jo Packham

Jo's Favorite Things :

Pastels

Pull up a chair and take a look inside the mind of a creative genius as we explore Jo’s favorite things.  Colors are such an inspiration to us all—discover why Jo loves pastels.

pastel color collage

“Sometimes in life you simply  need ‘more’ soft and pretty!” ~Jo Packham

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Colors Inspired

Pull up a chair and take a look inside the mind of a creative genius as we explore Jo’s favorite things.  Colors inspired…how could you not be inspired?

jo's favorite things colors inspired

“In my everyday life I both wear and decorate with soft colors such as aqua and taupe so a Pinterest board that is filled to overflowing with a riot of color is like going on vacation for me … I am completely ‘lost’ in the possibility of it all!” ~Jo Packham
Are you inspired by color?

Jo's Favorite Things :

Orange

Pull up a chair and take a look inside the mind of a creative genius as we explore Jo’s favorite things.  Orange is more than just a color to Jo…it’s an inspiration. 

the color orange

Jo's Favorite Things :

Margaritas

Do you ever wonder what Jo’s favorite things are?  Let’s take a look inside the mind of a creative genius and have a drink or two. 

jo's favorite things: margaritas

  1. Mango Margarita Ice Cream
  2. Watermelon Margarita
  3. Margarita Guacamole
  4. Honeydew Cucumber Margarita Popsicle
  5. Strawberry Margarita Cupcakes
  6. Styled Margaritas
  7. Chocolate Margarita
  8. Blood Orange Margarita
  9. Ginger Pomegranate Margarita
  10. Kiwi Margarita

Do you have a favorite drink?

Jo's Favorite Things :

Collection of Color

Do you ever wonder what Jo’s favorite things are?  Let’s take a look inside the mind of a creative genius and see a marvelous collection of color. 

jo's favorite things: collection of color

What colors inspire you?

Jo's Favorite Things :

The Journey

Do you ever wonder what Jo’s favorite things are?  Let’s take a look inside the mind of a creative genius and find out why sometimes it’s all about the journey. 

Jo's Favorite Things The Journey

Where will your journey take you?

Jo's Favorite Things :

Green

Do you ever wonder what Jo’s favorite things are?  Let’s take a look inside the mind of a creative genius and see why the color green means so much to her.

jo's favorite things: green

“I love the color green … every color of green. It is the color of spring and all that is new. It is the color of success and some dreams come true. It is the color that inspires me to be my happiest … I think because it was my dear sweet daddy’s favorite color.” ~Jo Packham

Jo's Favorite Things :

Yarn

Do you ever wonder what Jo’s favorite things are?  Let’s take a look inside the mind of a creative genius and see why these items crocheted from beautiful yarn are some of her favorite things. 

crocheted items

“I love yarns. Their colors, their texture, their possibilities are such an inspiration!” ~Jo Packham 

Jo's Favorite Things :

Gypsy Culture

Do you ever wonder what Jo’s favorite things are?  Let’s take a peek inside the mind of a creative genius to see why gypsy culture is something that inspires her.

jo's favorite things: gypsy culture

“I am fascinated by the folklore of a gypsy’s life. Their wagons, their sense of imagination, and the fabrics that color their life are inspiring!” ~Jo Packham

Jo's Favorite Things :

Art to Wear

Have you ever wondered what some of Jo’s favorite things are? Discover a little more about her love of combining art and fashion.  It’s like taking a peek into the mind of a creative genius.

fashion finds

“If I worked only four days a week, one day I would become a photographer and make ‘Art to Wear.’ I love clothes that are inspired, memorable, and timeless.” ~Jo Packham

 

Jo's Favorite Things :

New Year

Have you ever wondered what Jo Packham’s favorite things are? Well your wait is over. Each week feature some of her favorite things. It’s like taking a peek into the mind of a creative genius. The inside of the Where Women Create offices is as magical as you would expect and I have always wondered where Jo gets her inspiration from and what she loves. I know you will find it amazing to get to know Jo a little better. I certainly do. I am excited to see and share some of her favorite things for the New Year.

Jo’s Favorite Things: New Year

Jo's Favorite Things: New Year

Now go out and celebrate the coming of the New Year!

 

Jo's Favorite Things :

Christmas

Have you ever wondered what Jo Packham’s favorite things are? Well your wait is over.  Each week feature some of her favorite things.  It’s like taking a peek into the mind of a creative genius.  The inside of the Where Women Create offices is as magical as you would expect. I have always wondered where Jo gets her inspiration from and what she loves. I know you will find it amazing to get to know Jo a little better.  I know I do.  I am excited to see and share some of her favorite things with you and me. 

Jo’s Favorite Things: Christmas

Jo's Favorite Things: Christmas

Christmas is my very favorite “time” of year. There is the preparation, the enjoying of it, and the carefully putting it away for years to come. It matters not how much you have only how much you share.” ~Jo Packham

 

Jo's Favorite Things :

Artisan Bakers

Have you ever wondered what Jo Packham’s favorite things are?  Well your wait is over.  Each week feature some of her favorite things.  It’s like taking a peek into the mind of a creative genius.  The inside of the Where Women Create offices is as magical as you would expect and I have always wondered where Jo gets her inspiration from and what she loves. I know you will find it amazing to get to know Jo a little better.  I know I do.  I am excited to see and share some of her favorite things with you and me. 

Jo’s Favorite Things: Artisan Bakers

Jo's Favorite Things: Artisan Bakers

“I love the beauty and the magic that can be created by the heart and hands of an artisan baker.” ~ Jo Packham

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Jo’s Favorite Things: Hearts

Have you ever wondered what Jo Packham’s favorite things are?  Well your wait is over.  Each week we are going to feature some of her favorite things.  It’s like taking a peek into the mind of a creative genius.  The inside of the Where Women Create offices is as magical as you would expect and I have always wondered where Jo gets her inspiration from and what she loves.  I am excited to see and share some of her favorite things with you and me.   This week we get a peek into Jo’s heart…

Jo’s Favorite Things: Hearts

Jo's Favorite Things: Hearts

 -”I LOVE hearts. Maybe it is because Valentine’s Day is my favorite celebration of the year. Which is probably because I still believe in Prince   Charming and “Happily Ever After”!

-”I love you … it is as simple and as complicated as that!”

-”My favorite song … Lady in Red!”

-”The heart … so delicate and so transparent.”

-”I love you with a 1,000 hearts.”

~Jo Packham

 

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Jo’s Favorite Things: Magazines

Have you ever wondered what Jo Packham’s favorite things are?  Well your wait is over.  Each week we are going to feature some of her favorite things.  It’s like taking a peek into the mind of a creative genius.  The inside of the Where Women Create offices is as magical as you would expect and I have always wondered where Jo gets her inspiration from and what she loves.  I am excited to see and share some of her favorite things with you and me. 

Jo’s Favorite Things: Magazines

Jo's Favorite Things: Magazines

Jo loves many publications besides our own wonderful magazines.  And when you look at some of her favorites you will see why.

I am a lover of magazines. In fact you could call me “obsessed” and the definition would be accurate.

  • “SWEET PAUL is a combination of all that is important in life to me: personal stories, extraordinary food photography, wonderful decorating / gift / handmade ideas. I like it so much that I download it as well as purchase the print version. I will always need to hold my favorites in my hands!”
  • “This is Amy Butler’s new magazine: Blossom. It is 275 pages and it truly stunning!”
  • “Have you read one of my favorite magazines: FOLK? If you do not know Ben Ashby and his work you need to catch up! “
  • “MINGLE is one of my favorite Stampington & Company publications. There are many favorites among these 38 publications … do you have a cup of coffee?”

~Jo Packham

 

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Jo’s Favorite Things: Creative Fan Artwork

Have you ever wondered what Jo Packham’s favorite things are?  Well your wait is over.  Each week we are going to feature some of her favorite things.  It’s like taking a peek into the mind of a creative genius.  The inside of the Where Women Create offices is as magical as you would expect and I have always wondered where Jo gets her inspiration from and what she loves.  I am excited to see and share some of her favorite things with you and me.

Jo’s Favorite Things: Creative Fan Artwork

Jo's Favorite Things: Creative Fan Artwork

Artwork- www.creativefan.com

“Don’t let life carry you away!”- Jo Packham 

 

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Jo’s Favorite Things: Michele Meister Sketch

Have you ever wondered what Jo Packham’s favorite things are?  Well your wait is over.  Each week we are going to feature some of her favorite things.  It’s like taking a peek into the mind of a creative genius.  The inside of the Where Women Create offices is as magical as you would expect and I have always wondered where Jo gets her inspiration from and what she loves.  I am excited to see and share some of her favorite things with you and me.

Jo’s Favorite Things: Michele Meister Sketch

Jo's Favorite Things: Michele Meister SketchArtist- Michele Meister 

“Hang on … no matter how high you may go!”- Jo Packham

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Jo’s Favorite Things: Amy Cutler Painting

Have you ever wondered what Jo Packham’s favorite things are?  Well your wait is over.  Each week we are going to feature some of her favorite things.  It’s like taking a peek into the mind of a creative genius.  The inside of the Where Women Create offices is as magical as you would expect and I have always wondered where Jo gets her inspiration from and what she loves.  I am excited to see and share some of her favorite things with you and me.

Jo’s Favorite Things: Amy Cutler Painting

 

Jo's Favorite Things: Amy Cutler Painting

Painting by Amy Cutler

“This is exactly how I feel some days  … no paddle, no water, and a boat with a hole in it that I think I look great in!”- Jo Packham

Don’t we all need a great looking boat?

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Jo’s Favorite Things: Edgar Degas Quote

Have you ever wondered what Jo Packham’s favorite things are?  Well your wait is over.  Each week we are going to feature some of her favorite things.  It’s like taking a peek into the mind of a creative genius.  The inside of the Where Women Create offices is as magical as you would expect and I have always wondered where Jo gets her inspiration from and what she loves.  I am excited to see and share some of her favorite things with you and me. 

Jo’s Favorite Things: Edgar Degas Quote

Jo's Favorite Things: Edgar Degas Quote

I can see why this is one of Jo’s favorite things.  It gives me tingles when I read it.   

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Jo’s Favorite Things: Balancing Acts

Have you ever wondered what Jo Packham’s favorite things are?  Well your wait is over.  Each week we are going to feature some of her favorite things.  It’s like taking a peek into the mind of a creative genius.  The inside of the Where Women Create offices is as magical as you would expect and I have always wondered where Jo gets her inspiration from and what she loves.  I am excited to see and share some of her favorite things with you and me. 

Jo’s Favorite Things: Balancing Acts

Jo's Favorite Things: Balancing Acts

Artist- Anna Silivonchik

“This picture tells one of the many stories of the balancing act of life.”- Jo Packham