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Spring’22 Capsule Wardrobe — Planning and Wardrobe Soduku

Mar 6, 2022 | plotting, Sewing Projects, Spring'22 Capsule Wardrobe

Hey sharkbites. Tis the season of blooming trees and soft, spring breezes and that means one thing in my world. Spring Capsule Sewing. Even though I have a closet packed full of pretty dresses and cozy sweaters, I’ve been jonesing for a bit more me-made, slouchy,... read more

My Vanlife Minimalist Wardrobe

Sep 16, 2018 | #vanlife, fashion, plotting, the snugbug closet, Vanlife Diary

So Jeff and I have been camped out at my mom’s house in northern Minnesota for the last few days, which means that after six months on the road, it’s time to take stock of my vanlife semi-minimalist (by necessity) wardrobe. Long time readers will know how much I... read more

Top 8 Things Learned After Six Months Living on the Road with a Man and Basset in a Minivan.

Sep 9, 2018 | #vanlife, inspiration, plotting, Vanlife Diary

It’s September and Jeff and I are heading back east, having recently celebrated an important #vanlife milestone… August 22, 2018, was our six-month anniversary of heading out to live on the road in our converted Honda Odyssey mini-campervan (take a tour!).

Since we ventured out, we’ve definitely learned a few lessons. We’ve relaxed on a few non-negotiables (see also: how much dust on one basset hound am I capable of overlooking?) And we’ve probably gotten more uptight on a few topics that used to be taken for granted (how much drinkable water and usable wet wipes are on hand come to mind).

The Happiness Project

Jul 16, 2018 | Happiness Project, life, plotting

These days, I have a super-awesome life that I really didn’t plan for, but love anyway. And yet… something feels off. I live full-time on the road — this morning I woke up at 10,000 feet to a mountain meadow filled with lupine and a fantastic view. I have work that’s... read more

Honda Odyssey Minivan Camper Tour

Mar 10, 2018 | #vanlife, plotting

Hey Snugbug friends! Jeff and I have been on the road and living in our Honda Odyssey minivan for just a bit over two weeks now and we thought it high time to take a lot of super not pretty photos and share our setup, what’s working, and what isn’t.... read more

[van diary] Living In A Van Is Good For My Heartrate + My Favorite Tracking Apps

Feb 25, 2018 | plotting, Vanlife Diary

I’m obsessed with my iPhone. Specifically, I love tracking apps. I’ve never met a checklist or diary that didn’t appeal to me on a visceral level. I used to worry that I was thinking too deeply about life. My habits. How much I eat, walk, how often... read more

about patty

Hi there! I’m Patty. I’m a writer, maker and creative entrepreneur.