About Jen
Hi, I’m Jen! A small-town Deaf creator with a big love for crafting, connecting, and sharing life in ASL.
On this blog, you’ll find everything from card-making and scrapbooking to Chalk Couture projects, planner fun, beauty tips, and cozy real-life moments. All of my videos are done in ASL, just visual storytelling (and the occasional snort from my boxer, Diesel!). My content is always Deaf-friendly, because ASL is my primary language and accessibility matters.
Now a little about me ✨ I’m a stay-at-home mom, Nana, and proud veteran wife. I’ve been married to Jeff for over 28 years, and we have three amazing sons (ages 27, 23, and 21), two wonderful daughters-in-law, and three beautiful grandchildren — two grandsons (8 and 6) and a granddaughter (2). We’re blessed with a loud, lovable white boxer named Diesel, who you’ll often spot in my videos. We recently said goodbye to our sweet boy Dozer, and his spirit still fills the studio with love. đź’™
Our family is rooted in service and tradition. My husband Jeff and our oldest son also served in the United States Air Force. Jeff’s grandmother, who recently turned 100 years old, began the tradition of Friday nights at our favorite local spot, Casa Romero — she’s been going there for the last 20 years now. We later took over Jeff’s parents’ usual table after they tragically passed in a fatal motorcycle accident involving a drunk driver in 2013.
My crafting journey began in 2002 and has taken me through many creative seasons. I’ve been a part of direct sales brands like Close to My Heart, Leavin’ Prints, and now proudly represent both Stampin’ Up! and Chalk Couture.
I joined Chalk Couture in 2018 (thanks to Mandy Leahy of Glam Chalkers), returned in 2020, and now lead a thriving Deaf-led team called ASL Messy Chalkers with over 125 designers across the U.S. and Canada. I’m honored to be an Independent Designer & Couturier.
I also rejoined Stampin’ Up! in 2024 under Shannon Baker with Team StampinBuds after Close to My Heart closed due to the Founder’s health challenges. I’m thrilled about the brand-new scrapbooking line launching in 2025! In 2025, I also joined Red Aspen and Monat to share beauty and wellness, and became an affiliate for Hydrojugs and Stamp-n-Storage — more ways to share what I love and support my community.
Fun fact: one of the photos here is from my son Duncan’s wedding, where Grandma Leta was proudly celebrating her 100th birthday. Yes, 100!
I’m always here to share, answer questions, and connect. Whether you’re here to shop, learn, or just feel inspired—I’m so glad you’re here. Let’s create something beautiful together. đź«‚