NJL Designs

This space is to share what I’m creating at the moment, which can change with the direction if the wind tbh. I follow my ❤️creativity where it leads me.

I am a creator and create what most wants to be created. I do offer prints of my artwork. Just ask!

10/14/2025

Painting? Painting and more painting is what’s been on the menu as of late. Exploring new things and pushing myself beyond my own limiting beliefs. Intuitive art continues to challenge me in the best ways.

This is in progress… and I’m enjoying where it’s going! 🦉🌟🌙🌠🌕

12/04/2021

It’s here! And I am soooo excited! Mostly to have this journal for my own camping trips! 🙋🏻‍♀️🏕🚐.

Using this journal (my proof copy) on our last trip helped me to pack everything we needed. I didn’t forget anything! What?!?! In the past, I always forget something! This was a first.

This is a It’s a great holiday gift… Anyone who camps will love having this. I created the journal I always wanted!

I put the details below! I’m sooooo excited! I have other versions coming with different covers. I’m waiting on my publishing approvals from Amazon. If you have a cover in mind you’d like to see in one of these journals! Let me know! I can create any cover I want.

I LOVE journals! I have a million of them and now that I know how to make my own, exactly how I want with exactly what I want in them… look out. More to come!

12/03/2021

I’ve been working on journals! I’m always creating based in what I find I want/need myself.

I am obsessed with journals and always have been! With that, I’ve been busy creating journals I’d want to buy!

This is the first one published. It’s for people who camp and want to plan, pack, play… and remember. It has prompts for all of it!

Your plans, your menu, what needs to be packed, the food list, your reservation information, weather, activities, etc! Etc! It’s a complete camping journal and it’s now available!

I’ve included the details below… and here it is!!! Yay!!! I’m so excited! I’ve already ordered my copy!

11/25/2020

“A customer asked me how much I would charge to paint his two story foyer.
My reply: $1500
His reply: WOW, just to paint a couple walls? Why so much?
My reply: Well, this estimate also includes for the non productive factors.
He questioned: What is nonproductive factors?"
My reply: Just the usually things like taxes, insurance, rent, fuel etc, etc.
I asked: How much do you think it should cost?
He responded matter-of-factly: Around $800 at the most... It's just painting and a fairly simple job right?
I calmly said: Okay sir, for $800 I invite you to do it yourself.
He said: But.... I don't know how to.
I replied: Okay, for $800 I'll teach you. So besides saving you $700, you'll get the knowledge for the next time.

It seemed right to him and he agreed.

I continued: To get started you will need tools, drops, ladders, scaffolds, brushes, poles etc...
He said: But I don't have all this type of equipment and I can't afford to buy all of these things just to paint my foyer.
I offered: Okay then, for an additional $200 I'll rent my equipment to you.

Okay, he says.

I replied: So on Tuesday I will be available to start teaching you.
He said: But I can't on Tuesday I only have time today.
I said: I'm sorry sir, but Tuesday is the only day this week that I will be available to teach and rent you my equipment. The rest of the week is already scheduled for other customers.
He exclaimed frustrated: Damn! That means I gotta rearrange my schedule and sacrifice my whole Tuesday?!
I said: That is correct sir!
I will also provide you with a list of all the materials you will need to go to the store and purchase for this job.
Also, loading of the van for your job will take place Tuesday morning around 6am. After the project is complete, all equipment and tools need to be cleaned and reloaded back onto the van.
He asked in disbelief: At 6am???
Nope! Way too early for me! So much work just to do a little bit of painting!
You know what, I've been doing some serious thinking and I've decided that it would be best if you just went ahead and did the job for me. $1500 seems fair now and I'd rather it be done right by true professionals.

The moral of the story for any buyer:

When you hire a professional to do a job, you're not only paying for the labor and material being used. It also includes:

Knowledge
Experience
Tools
Services
Punctuality
Accountability
Professionalism
Accuracy
Guarantee
Sacrifices
Safety and security

Now apply this to the experts you think charge too much (maybe even me!)

No one can denigrate other people's work by judging prices.

Only by knowing all the elements necessary to complete a certain project can you estimate the true cost.”

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Not my text, but I copied from another’s wall To support craftsmen and entrepreneurs of all types 🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻

11/14/2020

Fun custom anniversary shirts for Priscilla and Jose!

Happy anniversary you two! ❤️
So glad... “you still DO!”

09/29/2020

Soooo cute! These little elves are headed to their new homes! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

09/28/2020

Journals journals and more custom journals.... is what’s HOT at NJL designs!

09/24/2020

I’m taking reservations for custom elves. The supplies are very limited... so... speak now. These elves are 14 inches tall from hat top to toes. Sitting up (as posed) they measure 9 inches.

I am posting very early before I can’t get them. 😉

Will add to site shortly... just message me to reserve. 😉

09/23/2020

I quite enjoy being in the “gift giving” business. How kind of someone to send this custom made water bottle off to “Alissa” who just started her career in real estate! I love what I get to do!!!
❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

09/21/2020

This was fun! Love these new masks honoring THE Notorious RBG!

Where would we as women be today were it not for this American treasure. Thanks Ruth! I’m so appreciative of your commitment.
❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

What would you like to see on a mask?

09/19/2020

RBG Shirts are ready and can be shipped out within 2 business days.

09/14/2020

Been searching for the perfect tray for my salt, pepper and oil! Love the way this turned out!

It’s a cutting board with permanent vinyl on the back... so... it’s fully functional! 😉

And, yes... as long as I can get my hands on another cutting board, of course I can customize one for you too! This one is about the size of a salad plate. Perfect! 👩‍🍳❤️✅

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