Chunky Murphy Mosaic is a big-hearted reclaimed wood wall piece named in honor of our larger-than-life cat, Murphy. Built from hand-cut reclaimed wood blocks with shimmering blue-green highlights and a hidden tree silhouette, it’s a chunky, sculptural artwork that carries a lot of story and heart into whatever home it lands in.
Take a behind‑the‑scenes tour of the new spring pieces we’ve been creating at MCatz Creations, featuring colorful mosaics, reclaimed wood art, and bright floral designs now available in our shop.
Apparently I forgot this blog existed for a minute, but the studio definitely didn’t stop. This catch‑up post is a little tour of what we’ve been building lately—coastal reclaimed‑wood walls, rustic florals, bright abstract canvases, and shimmery little mermaid bowls—plus ideas for custom pieces if you want something made just for your space.
Emerald Tides brings together my love of ombre, geometric woodwork, and the Shou Sugi Ban technique—all in one unapologetically green-and-blue mosaic. This post walks through every messy, experimental step: from cutting and arranging wood pieces to burning, painting, and glittering up carved “rivers.” If you’ve ever wondered what happens when optimism meets a table full of tiny wood bits, you’re in the right place!
Step behind the scenes of my very first solo frame project with “Starlit Showgirl”—a vibrant, imperfect, and proudly handmade piece inspired by the bold Orange Era sweeping art and pop culture. From charring wood to layering pink, purple, and orange hues, this post captures the messy magic, lessons learned, and the excitement of creating something uniquely my own.
A pint-sized unicorn, a dash of creative spontaneity, and a healthy dose of glitter—this project proves that even simple ideas can turn into magical decor. See how a little experimenting led to an even better end result, with sparkle sealed in for good.
Discover the step-by-step (and sparkle-by-sparkle) journey behind my “Crystal Tides” art pair, inspired by my husband’s dazzling “Crystal Aurora.” From blank canvas to glitter explosion, follow along with photos, creative confessions, and a few laughs as I turn paint, crystals, and glass into two vibrant, textured works ready for their Etsy debut!
We’re excited to announce that Mcatz Creations now has a physical booth at Eureka Uniques in Eureka Springs, AR! Stop by to see our one-of-a-kind handmade art in person, including exclusive booth pieces and lots of sparkle. Discover the magic of our burned wood and vibrant glitter creations—now available offline as well as on Etsy!
Ever wonder what happens when you hand a block of pine, some power tools, and a bit of magenta paint to a guy with a clever streak? My husband’s latest creation for mcatz creations brings humor and handiwork together in the Magenta Mirage tealight holder. From raw wood to dazzling table centerpiece (with a few jokes and a scorch mark or two along the way), here’s the story behind the sparks and shimmer.
Discover how I transformed a plain wooden frame into my signature Starlit Showgirl art piece with fire, ombré paint, and glitter in this shou sugi ban DIY tutorial. Ready to spark your creativity?
