Lily and val

#49 in an ongoing series of posts celebrating the alphabet There’s something wonderfully nostalgic and old school about chalk art. I remember being so excited when it was my turn to erase the…

Lily & Val has been crafting hand-lettered chalkboard art, greeting cards, and assorted paper goods since its creation in 2012. Created with Valerie McKeehan’s qu...

Over the last year, I’ve had the absolute privilege of sending out original paintings to forever homes. In a way, it has felt like my side gig! (You can read my story here.) I thought I would record some of the paintings I’ve sold over this past year. They still make me so happy to look at! You can view all available Original Paintings here, and check back because I’m always adding new ones. Thank you SO MUCH for your support for this new passion. It means the world to me! View Available…

This post took me months to write. Actually, in a way, it took years. Years of learning, growing, transforming, and mistake-making (mostly mistake-making as it would seem.) The truth is, last Spring I wanted to quit my business. Some might say I’m not supposed to admit that. But I promised to share the journey with you… The whole journey, and if it helps just one person, it’s worth it. After over a year of soul searching, tears, hours of journaling, counseling, and taking a huge step back…

The other day Mak and I went for a walk through our neighborhood and I was telling him that although Fall is still my favorite season, a VERY close runner up is Springtime. Each year, seeing the blooms on the trees and all the flowers popping up in flower beds never gets old. The day we make our annual trip to the nursery to fill my own pots and planters is one I look forward to! Spring is a breath of fresh air, but it goes by just as quickly as it comes. This year, especially with Baby…

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With so many Keepsake Kitchen Diaries finding their way into the homes of our customers, we love to see them cherished and filled with your family recipes. Even more, we love hearing your special memories, moments, and the stories behind the dishes you hold dear. Kari is an amazing Watercolor artist who poured her talent into the pages of her Keepsake Kitchen Diary! These adorable “Turkey” Cookies are a perfect way to kick off the season of thanks – we also love her story that goes with it…

Lasagna Recipe by Lily & Val arrives ready to hang, with hanging accessories included and no additional framing required. Every canvas print is hand-crafted in the USA, made on-demand at iCanvas, and expertly stretched around 100% North American Pine wood stretcher bars.

#ClippedOnIssuu from Lily & Val Holiday 2015 Lookbook