Hello, Iām Carrie, the creative heart behind Steel Roots Market, where my love for vintage treasures, cottage-inspired living, and creating something beautiful from the ordinary all come together. From my little corner of upstate New York, I welcome you into The Cottage Atelier, my creative space where I share a passion for DIY home dĆ©cor, upcycling, mixed media, and all things handmade.
Through tutorials, creative workshops, curated kits, and digital designs, I love inspiring others to explore their creativity, try something new, and discover the joy of making. Within my Cottage Atelier, youāll find The Paper Atelier, a special place dedicated to my love of paper crafting, junk journaling, and creative ways to preserve memories. Iām especially drawn to vintage papers, delicate florals, timeworn textures, old book pages, and the little collected treasures that make each handmade journal unique. I love combining beautiful printable designs with everyday finds, repurposed materials, stamping, collage, and thoughtful details to create journals and keepsakes that tell a story.
For me, creativity is about slowing down, finding inspiration in the everyday, preserving meaningful moments, and enjoying the process along the way. Iām so happy to be part of the Junk Journal Hive, sharing creative inspiration, printables, projects, and a little bit of cottage charm with fellow paper-loving friends.
