About Me

Hi there! Welcome to sideoats & scribbles, a blog by me, Lisa Spangler.  I’m hoping to spread a little sunshine and inspire you with my scribblings.

Wondering how my blog got it’s name? Well, I’m a super crazy prairie enthusiast, and sideoats is the state grass of Texas — and my favorite prairie grass. (Shhhh, don’t tell the other grasses!)

And why the scribbles? Because I scribble on about all my crafty hobbies, including crochet, cardmaking, stamping, sewing, felt, cooking and photography. I’m often inspired by things I see while hiking or biking, too.

So what else can I tell you know about me?

• I love Nutella!  Well, anything with chocolate, really.
• I have a Master’s Degree in Mathematics and Computer Science (but I don’t “do” numbers, ha!)
• I work full time for Hero Arts both as their CTO (who even programs!) and as an artist.  It’s a dream come true!  Read more in my bio.
• I love to travel.
• I’m married to my husband and best friend, J.
• I grew up in Northeast Ohio, but I’ve lived in Austin, Texas since 1996.  My Ohio friends all claim that I have a “Texas twang”, and my Texas friends call me “The Yank”.  Can’t win!  (You’ll hear the alleged twang if you watch my videos.)
• I drink coffee AND tea.  On same day, even!
• I didn’t have a car for 3 years, and rode my bike or walked everywhere.  Loved it.  A car is nice when it’s raining, tho.

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Thanks for dropping by, and hope to see you again!