Nostalgia is shaped by the person who creates the atmosphere, setting, or background. Set yourself up for better experiences now and fonder memories later. Make your home a little softer. Find backdrop-worthy art at A Cup of Cloudy #nostalgiacore #decor #homeaesthetic #bedroo

Introducing the Night Tapestry Bag 🌳✨ This woven tapestry tote bag is the second in my series of original bags! There will never be another bag like it. Check out this one-of-a-kind at A Cup of Cloudy #tapestrybag #acupofcloudy #carolyntantanella #woventapestry #artisticbags

The Evening Tincture mug has always been a springtime staple 🪻I'm using mine this morning (I always keep one of everything I make) Originally this illustration was used for a candle project. I had my neighbor make a bunch of spring smelling candles and used this for a label. It was a huge hi

For artists who want to learn the business side of art: Artsy Friends Podcast on Spotify Artsy Friends group on Patreon That's where you'll find me talking on that topic #artbusiness #artsyfriends #artsyfriendspodcast #artistlife #fulltimeartist

These are called dowel rods. Before I got into tapestry making, I had no idea what these were or what uses they had. I don't even recall if I was aware they existed 😂 Now I use them constantly, measure + cut them, test types of wood for sturdiness, and know where to get them in bulk. And

Process video clips of the Celestial Mini Bag ✨ Everything is always painted + sewn with love. Find this one-of-a-kind piece at A Cup of Cloudy #woventapestry #tapestrytote #tapestrytotebag #tapestry #celestial

Tapestry fabric is also commonly used for upholstery because of its durability which makes it even more likely to be grouped with furniture instead of art or decor. This took me at least two confusing trips to the library to figure out. Find woven tapestries at A Cup of Cloudy #jacquard

This dreamy celestial art print is called From Inside the Urn by Carolyn Tantanella ✨🌚 It's a perfect small wall poster that would fit into a whimsigoth bedroom (or maybe a fairytale bedroom!) Where would you hang it? Find prints at A Cup of Cloudy #whimsical #celestial #stars

You don't need to base the personality of your house around an aesthetic like "whimsigoth" or "cottagecore" or "dark academia" for it to look cohesive. Try basing your theme around: 1. a color palette. Pick one specific (more specific than "green," like an

I hung long blue curtains up in our bedroom today and it made such a dramatic difference 🖤 If I don't add a lil something here and there every so often I start to feel stagnant and stir crazy. Today I realized we've been homeowners for just as long as we were full-time travelers.

I'm sorry but "I'm renting" is an excuse 😪 You can always buy a little bucket of mud to fill in those nail holes and paint it white again before you leave. Stop following the rules so hard and have some fun!! Find decorative art at A Cup of Cloudy #wallcollage #sta

Here's a lil painting process video of my painting called From Inside the Urn. It brings a celestial vibe and makes you question how thin the veil really is. I have always loved plant pots, urns, boxes and flower vases. I have often fantasized about becoming a ceramicist but I already hav

flip yer calendars if you haven't already 🖤 here's what February looks like. Calendars by Carolyn Tantanella at A Cup of Cloudy #calendar #wallcalendar

Psychologists have known for all of eternity that what you view has an effect on the brain. Make sure your home is full of decorative arts and photos of happy memories and color. Your brain will thank you every day. Get decor at A Cup of Cloudy 🖼️ #visualdiet #decorpsychology #homede

How you do one thing is how you do everything. Your friend circle is full of deep, fun connections. Why don't you feel deeply connected to the aesthetic of your home? Why aren't you having fun with that? Here's the thing: you probably did at one time, when you first moved in. Yo

A crowd favorite ✨ Where would you hang this enchantingly beautiful tapestry? Made by Carolyn Tantanella #butterflyart #butterflyaesthetic #mothart #wallhanging #tapestry

Starting yesterday, I'm doing a 42-day practice of small tasks that improve my house. Cleaning neglected corners, fixing small broken items, hanging framed art, tossing old clothes, replacing torn bedsheets, etc. These are a bunch of little things I've been meaning to get around to and have

Find cute snail mail by a small business and artisan at A Cup of Cloudy ☁️ Illustrated by Carolyn Tantanella #valentinesday #snailmail #valentinecard #valentinesdaycard #valentinescard

Your north star is already inside you. You just have to start letting it shine onto your path. Find art prints at acupofcloudy.com Artwork by Carolyn Tantanella #esoteric #northstar #theway #wallart #paintingprocess