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Hi, I’m Stephanie, but my friends all call me Steph! Chalk and Pine grew out of a passion that started from an early age. In school, I was always “the artsy kid,” taking every opportunity to take an extra art class, design the cover of our yearbook, or doodle on any surface I could find. Life took me in a different direction though.  After a successful career of 18 years in three different countries with a well-known brand, I knew something was missing; creativity! I feel most fulfilled in my work when I am being creative. So after helping a few friends and family members with their weddings and special events, and then designing my own wedding, I found my calling. I took a leap of faith, and Chalk and Pine was born.

What else you should know about me… I recently married the love of my life, Jimmy. We are new parents to a beautiful little four legged fur baby, Mable. We can’t wait to have real babies!  I love to travel. I love anything pickled. Four years ago, I lost 75 lbs, and from that grew my love of health and fitness. I am a beauty product junkie. My friends laugh and tell me that I write/text like I talk, very excited and I always finish with an exclamation mark!  I’m fiercely loyal, and have had the same circle of girlfriends since childhood. I love cleanliness. I won my husband over on our first date with a very awkward tick I can do.

I’m basically a baby, and will fall asleep if you put me in a car on a warm day, or in front of the TV with a blanket.  Eyelashes, sour gummy candy, the smell of paint, my husband’s big arms around me, peonies, fake grape-flavored things and antique stores are just a few of my favorite things.  However, nothing beats the feeling of making something beautiful with your own two hands for someone on one of the happiest days of their life, whether it be their wedding, bridal shower, baby shower, birthday party, or the grand-opening of their new business.  BEST FEELING EVER!