The Busy Brush Studio LLC

10/13/2026

10/05/2026

Okay, friends… I’ve narrowed the exterior paint colors for The Busy Brush Studio down to TWO, which honestly feels like a major accomplishment because I usually need 47 options before making a decision. 😂🎨

THANK YOU to everyone for commenting on your favorite color or colors!😉

🤍 CREAM + BLACK
It looks rich. Classy. Timeless. Like the studio has its life together and maybe even pays its bills early.

🌿 SAGE GREEN + BLACK
It has COLOR. It has personality. It feels creative, happy, and a little more “Busy Brush.”

And therein lies the problem…

I LOVE how expensive and polished the cream looks…
BUT I ALSO LOVE COLOR.
And apparently choosing paint for a building is much harder than telling everyone what color they should use on their fun projects inside that building!😳🤦‍♀️😂

So help me out!

1️⃣ CREAM
or
2️⃣ SAGE

Vote in the comments and feel free to defend your choice like this is a very serious matter… because at this point, it kind of is. 😂

You can even add a specific paint color and brand. Your help is greatly appreciated!

Spring painting project, here we come! 🎨

09/22/2026

Well… apparently I’m opening a tiny Blockbuster, puzzle shop AND game closet. 😂😂😂😂

Someone reached out and asked about board games, and because I apparently have no ability to say, “That’s enough projects,” and instead say, “That sounds like fun,” I’m making space for those too! 🤦‍♀️♟️🤗

So if you’re cleaning out closets, shelves, basements, or that cabinet you haven’t opened since 2007, feel free to drop off whatever you’d like to donate!

Just a reminder: I don’t make a penny off our little FREE community checkout spot. I do, however, get the glamorous job of sorting everything, processing it for the shelves, organizing it, cleaning it, and making sure you aren’t taking someone else’s dust bunnies home with you and I actually find it relaxing!🤷🏻‍♀️ 😂

Basically, I’m the unpaid librarian/video store clerk/puzzle inspector/game warden nobody hired.😉

Currently accepting:

🧩 Jigsaw Puzzles
📀 DVDs
💿 CDs
🎧 Audiobooks
🎮 Video Games
♟️ Board Games

Donate what you’re finished with, check out something new-to-you, bring it back when you’re done, and help me keep this little community sharing project going!

And apparently… if someone suggests another category, I’ll probably find a shelf for that too. 🤦‍♀️😂

09/19/2026

🎨 HELP! The Busy Brush needs a makeover! 🎨

Apparently owning a paint studio does not make choosing exterior paint colors any easier. 😂 In fact, I may have too many opinions… and possibly too many paint swatches.

I’m planning to give The Busy Brush Studio a fresh new look this spring, and I need YOUR help choosing the colors!

I’m going for something with a little vintage charm, a little personality, and of course something that says, “Cute crafty things happen in here.” 😜

I’ll be posting some color options, so tell me what you love, what you hate, and which one makes you want to stop the car and come inside.

Because if I’m left to make this decision alone, there’s a very real possibility I’ll change my mind 47 times before spring. 🤦‍♀️🎨

Which color would YOU choose for The Busy Brush Studio? Let me know your favorite color choice in the comments!

07/30/2026

Paint Retreat 2026 – Nevada 🎨🍷

I drove 1,034 miles to Fernley, Nevada… because apparently that’s what you do when paint retreat strangers become your favorite people. 😂

Back in the spring of 2023, we were complete strangers sharing an Airbnb in Sedalia, Missouri. Fast forward to today, and somehow we’ve become a family that paints together, laughs until we cry, enables each other’s craft supply addictions, and convinces ourselves that one more w**e slushie is always a great idea. 🍷❄️

We’re scattered all across the U.S., but every year we pick a new place and make it happen. We are missing a couple of our girls this time, but thank goodness for FaceTime and Messenger—they still get to witness at least some of our chaos.

Moral of the story: Find your people. The ones who cheer you on, laugh at your terrible jokes, never judge your growing stash of craft supplies, and will gladly drive (or fly!) across the country just to spend a few days creating together.

Now the countdown begins…

Paint Retreat 2027 – Iowa! 🌽🎨

Where we’ve painted our way across America:
🎨 2026 – Fernley, Nevada
🎨 2025 – Wichita, Kansas
🎨 2024 – Cole Camp, Missouri
🎨 2023 – Cole Camp, Missouri

Same friends. Different state. Same questionable decisions. 😂❤️

07/05/2026

🪎Breaking news from the treasure front!🪎
After an exhaustive search of all my 'brilliant' hiding spots… the ones that I can remember anyway🤦‍♀️, I’ve come to the conclusion that all treasures have been found!😊
Sixteen out of the 25 treasure kits were reported to The Busy Brush. A few of those reports even included pictures of some cute and handsome hunters! Thank you for taking the time to report to the treasure front and THANKS again for participating!

07/04/2026

I think it’s safe to say that the July 4th treasure hunt at the park was a success! Thanks to the hunters that reported your treasure kit number. If you haven’t had a chance to report yet, just leave me a comment. I’ll check my treasure hiding places this evening to see if they were all found. I’ll definitely be doing more activities like this, so make sure you have your notifications turned on so you’ll be ready for the next great treasure hunt!
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07/04/2026

Greetings, treasure hunters! Today, I won't be at Meade City Park, but fear not! The studio's spirit will be there, much like a ghost at a family reunion. 🎉 I've hidden 25 treasure craft kits around the park, and I can’t wait to see how many brave souls will embark on this epic hunt! Will you be the lucky few to find them, or will they remain the best-kept secret since the last cookie jar? 🤔

I’m hoping the little adventurers will snag them, but let’s be real—only a handful of you will actually see this post. So, if you find one, do a happy dance and let us know how many treasures you unearthed!
Please comment # found on this post!😊

Happy treasure hunting and an explosive Independence Day! 🎆🇺🇸 Let’s make some memories (and maybe a little mischief)!"

07/03/2026

New Paint Kits at the Studio! Grab one to paint at home because nobody needs to be out in this heat! I also added 2 patriotic designs for kids!