We have something special to share! 🥰

Introducing the IOD Artisans! ❤️An evolving team of passionate makers who embody the spirit of IOD and are dedicated to nurturing creativity, building connection, and inspiring our community through elevated and distinctive projects.

And…Jonathon Marc Mendes will be mentoring the IOD Artisans! 🎉

Jonathon is a gifted maker, a patient teacher, and a constant source of encouragement in our creative community. Jonathon is thrilled to grow together through support, collaboration, and a shared love for all things beautifully made. 💕

Please join us in cheering on this first round of IOD Artisans! We are so excited for what’s ahead and feel incredibly grateful to walk this journey with such a supportive community.

Michelle’s lifelong love of treasure hunting, vintage craftsmanship, and creating beauty by hand took root in 2013, after a career in Children’s Therapy and a serendipitous nudge from her creative soul.

Furniture painting is Michelle’s happy place, where she can be lost and found all at once. She’s been using IOD products for nearly a decade, not only in her work but also to help others take that brave first leap with a paintbrush and a big idea.

“I’m humbled to be among such talent in IOD Artisans. Honestly, if my life were a reality show, you’d gasp at the faux pas and messes that happen before a completed project and wince at my overthinking. I’m grateful, excited, proud, and pinching myself just a little bit!” -Michelle

Michelle’s passion, humor, and heart bring so much life to this team, and we’re so lucky to have her. 🥰

Karen has inspired the creative community for years with her stunning furniture flips, blending urban aesthetics with a little whimsy and refined elegance.

It all started with a chalk paint class and the thrill of reimagining vintage pieces into something beautiful. In 2016, Karen opened her shop in San Francisco, where she sold upcycled furniture and shared her passion for painted pieces.

"I love the art of modernizing well-made furniture from the last century and giving it a new life. Although my shop closed in 2023, I continue to create reimagined heirloom furniture." - Karen

As a mom of four and a creative, Sammie inspires with so much heart, joy, and energy. Her first introduction to IOD started with the Crockery Stamp. From that moment, she was hooked on the way IOD instantly elevates even the simplest upcycle.

“I’m excited to be a part of the IOD Artisan team because I truly feel that IOD products were made for everyone! Even the beginners! And I love being able to show people that,” she says. And we couldn’t agree more. 💗

A retired math teacher turned full-time creator, Lisa is now living her best creative life!

She’s been using IOD products for over seven years and still finds herself giddy over the possibilities each time she starts a new project. “I love to think outside the box, and IOD makes that possible,” she said, and you can absolutely see that playful, charming perspective in everything she creates.

As part of this evolving team of passionate makers, Vonnie brings heart, creativity, and vintage sophistication to the team, and we’re thrilled to have her.

A lifelong creative, Vonnie found solace in crafting, gardening, and photography during her 30-year career as a Pediatric ICU and ED nurse. “It was my therapy,” she says, and we know so many of you can relate. About ten years ago, after the passing of her father, Vonnie followed her heart to delve into furniture painting full time.

She discovered IOD with her first love being The Wallflower transfer, and she’s been creating stunning, soulful pieces ever since. Now, as an IOD Artisan, she’s excited to encourage others, share her journey, and be a part of a community that celebrates creativity in all its beautifully imperfect forms.

As part of this evolving team of makers, Sonnet brings her heart for reimagining forgotten items and her passion for sharing creativity with our creative community. Whether it’s a curbside castoff or a flea market gem, Sonnet has a knack for turning the forgotten into something beautiful, and she’s here to encourage and empower you to do the same.

“I love showing how a little creativity (and the right IOD products!) can transform the ordinary into something truly extraordinary.” – Sonnet

We’re thrilled to introduce Lynne Brundage, one of our lovely IOD Artisans! 🩷 The IOD Artisans are an evolving team of passionate makers who embody the spirit of IOD. Their role is to help encourage, empower, and challenge our community to embrace their creative identity.

Lynne is a lifelong creator who is passionate about expressing her heart through making and finding unique ways to bring fresh, inspiring projects to others.

“As an IOD Artisan, I’m excited to encourage others to try something new and different, and to show how easy it is to transform everyday items into beautiful, one-of-a-kind pieces.” – Lynne

We’re beyond excited to have Lynne as an IOD Artisan, encouraging, empowering, and challenging our community to embrace their creative identity! 💕

Whether you’re brand new to IOD or have been part of our Creative Tribe for years, we hope you’ll feel inspired, supported, and encouraged right alongside the IOD Artisans. This is just the beginning, and we’re so glad you’re here for it.