Your Art Path

Hi! I’m Michelle Stewart — a Canadian artist based in Toronto with a lifelong love of creating. My creative journey has spanned a variety of mediums, including painting, sewing, quilting, and rug hooking. Inspired by everything from the vibrant pulse of the city to the quiet rhythms of nature, I design bold, joyful patterns that bring energy and warmth into everyday spaces.

If you are a busy person who is dying to nurture your inner crafter or DIYer, this newsletter will give you tips and tricks to make the most of whatever time you have for your hobbies.

Join The Illustrarium once a month for an exclusive inside look at my hand-rendered, one-of-a-kind artwork. Every illustration begins as a pencil sketch before being thoughtfully transformed with colour and eco-conscious materials. As a subscriber, you'll enjoy behind-the-scenes creative updates, early access to new designs, and special gifts—just for you!

As a new dad pushing a stroller around Seattle, I started to notice things only possible when taking it slow: hidden artwork, quirky establishments, tiny parks, Nature's beauty. I met people who shared stories that made me laugh, made me think. Musepaper celebrates these people and the features that make community special. Musepaper shares stories and events just for locals, as well as art and writing from people of all ages to inspire everyone with a Seattle mindset.

House Of Hawthornes is a home and garden site with an emphasis on thrifty living. My newsletter features gardening tips & tutorials, quick & easy DIY projects, creative thrift store upcycles, and other budget-friendly home decor ideas that won't break the bank!