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Shou Sugi Ban geometric ombre mosaic wall art displayed above a modern table with an aloe plant.

Emerald Tides: Shifting the Ombre Obsession

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!

Finished Magenta Mirage tealight holder with candles lit

Magenta Mirage Tealight Holder: Yes, It Was Once Just a Boring Block

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.

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