Who will tend the fire?
A reflection on leaving behind the old dream of work and scarcity, and imagining a community where the only question is “Who will tend the fire?” — a place of abundance, care, and shared stewardship.
April 16, 2025
A space for hands-on learning, creative experiments, and reconnecting with community, both local and online. This is where we document our journey toward a more intentional life—and invite you to learn and grow alongside of us through workshops, conversation, and shared experience.
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We have a ton of ideas for workshops for next year. We are busy working on a space for us to get together. In the mean time, please check out our blog posts…
Whatever you can do or dream you can, begin it. Boldness has genius, power, and magic in it.
These are not rules. They’re reminders—guiding values for crafting a life, a business, and a community worth tending.
I’ve always been artistic. I’ve always enjoyed more than my share of creative ideas. I’ve always had a garden. But for most of my adult life, I’ve done those things alone or with my family—tucked between work and obligations, never quite in community and never as a high priority. Lately, I’ve been feeling thirsty for more connection, more balance, more meaning in how I live day to day.
I’m still working as a software engineer, but I’m starting to shift—intentionally—toward a more crafted lifestyle. One that reflects my values. One where community and balance are no longer afterthoughts, but priorities. This project is part of that shift. A way to bring others into the work of making, growing, and learning—together.
I’m not all the way there yet. But this is me, moving forward, planting seeds and crafting my dream life. In this community…
Much love!
~Tonia
A reflection on leaving behind the old dream of work and scarcity, and imagining a community where the only question is “Who will tend the fire?” — a place of abundance, care, and shared stewardship.
A glass castle I never built, a three-foot windmill we barely finished, and the people who remind me: begin anyway. Nothing dims your light faster than fear.
Putting the “clay” in Stones and Clay! We are busy building out our retail space both in the studio and online.
We hope to have both ready in plenty of time for your Mother’s Day shopping!
The artists at Stones & Clay work in a variety of mediums. Our creations feature charming combinations of copper, clay, silver, and hand cut stones set in silver. Our jewelry can be casual and it can also serve as the piece you always reach for to compliment your look. Explore our collection for something that fits your style.
