There is nothing like walking into a space filled with found objects.  I love going for walks, picking up random things that catch my eye, sometimes reminding me of someone special in my life.  I actually send rocks, feathers and twigs to my fellow designer, Shannon Baird every now and then.  She and her daughter send found objects to me as well.  In fact, Lydia (Shannon’s daughter) will even apply a shiny finish coat to her findings, which I appreciate.  These are gifts that I would never think of putting out to a garage sale, unlike all of the “now” trends I see in stores every day.  Try it out, involve the family and see what you come up with.  You might surprise yourself…there is a hidden designer in all of us.