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“Guess How I Found Your Store? …ChatGPT!”
A sweet small business story about how Rebecca found Lissette’s Etched Creations Co. through ChatGPT and trusted us to personalize a meaningful wedding shadow box with custom gold acrylic details for her daughter’s special keepsake. Sometimes, even the smallest handmade touches become part of a family memory.
Art_Lissette Duarte
May 153 min read


A Day Full of Creativity, Community, and Meaningful Connections
What started as a weather-watch turned into one of our most memorable pop-up days yet. Family at the table, meaningful conversations, custom work that connected — and a full-circle moment that reminded us exactly why we do this.
Art_Lissette Duarte
Apr 273 min read


Creating a Meaningful 42nd Anniversary Sign for the Aguilar Family
Created as a special gift for the Aguilar family’s 42nd anniversary, this custom sign brings together meaningful details—from mountain scenery and souvenir cups to snow-covered trees—turning family memories into lasting home décor.
Art_Lissette Duarte
Apr 52 min read


What Makes This Family Frame So Special?
A personalized puzzle frame designed to represent connection, growth, and the people who complete your family story.
Art_Lissette Duarte
Feb 162 min read


More Than a Board: Honoring a Grandmother’s Recipe
Some projects go far beyond wood and design. This custom walnut board was created to preserve a grandmother’s recipe — a family tradition filled with memories, shared moments, and legacy. More than a functional piece, it’s a keepsake meant to be used, talked about, and passed down through generations.
Art_Lissette Duarte
Dec 29, 20252 min read


A Day as a Vendor at the Coffee Shop: Quiet Moments, Creative Connections, and Small Wins
A slower vendor day, but one filled with special moments, supportive friends, and unforgettable highlights.
Art_Lissette Duarte
Nov 30, 20254 min read


More Than a Market: What I Learned from My First Vendor Pop-Up
Reflecting on my first vendor pop-up market! Read about the lessons learned, the community connections, and the joy of sharing handmade art at Slow & Steady Coffee.
Art_Lissette Duarte
Nov 9, 20254 min read


More Than a Hobby — It’s a Calling
Discover the Timeless Tulip: dimensional wood art born from a family legacy. No paint, just the natural beauty of wood.
Art_Lissette Duarte
Oct 29, 20253 min read
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