Calm mindsA little time to color
Inspired by my grandmother · Made in Reno

Familiar things.
A fresh set
of colors.

Porches, gardens, and the everyday objects we remember. Coloring books for adults and seniors, made for taking your time.

A coloring illustration of a rocking chair, cushion and potted flowers on a porch

A quiet corner from Porch & Petal. Yours to make colorful.

Familiar scenes   ·   Clear outlines   ·   Room to make them your own
The coloring shelf

Which feels like you?

A garden afternoon or a trip down memory lane. Open a book and see what catches your eye.

Porch & Petal paperback front cover

Porch & Petal

Coming soon on Amazon

Welcoming porches, flower-filled patios, and peaceful garden corners. Rocking chairs, birdbaths, and simple blooms await your favorite colors.

37 illustrations · 8.5 × 11 inches · Blank reverse pages

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Everyday Memories paperback front cover

Everyday Memories

Coming soon on Amazon

Radios, sewing machines, diner booths, and familiar objects inspired by the 1940s–1970s. Little reminders of everyday life, ready to color.

40 illustrations · 8.5 × 11 inches · Blank reverse pages

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How it began

For my grandmother.
And perhaps yours.

“I made my first coloring book in Reno, Nevada, for my 85-year-old grandmother. She loves it. I hope you will too.”

Her suggestions helped shape Calm minds: larger coloring spaces, clear outlines, and familiar scenes. A place for a name and date makes each finished page a little keepsake.

That personal beginning is still at the heart of these books. Choose a page, pull up a chair, and color at your own pace.

Something that's only yours

Your memories,
ready to color.

The house you grew up in. A beloved pet. A garden you know by heart. Turn a meaningful photo into a personalized coloring page. From $15 for a printable PDF, including one round of minor changes.

Ask about a custom page
  1. Tell us what you have in mind

    Start with a description of your photo and who the page is for. No photo upload is needed to inquire.

  2. Choose your level of detail

    Prefer larger, easier spaces or a more detailed design? We’ll discuss the approach and price before you commit.

  3. Make it your own

    The finished page is a printable PDF to color yourself, share with a loved one, or give as a gift.

A small invitation

Try a page. Take your time.

Free samples from the books. Print at home for personal use, and see which style you enjoy.

Sample coloring page of a rocking chair and flowers
A quiet porch · Porch & Petal
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Sample coloring page of a vintage television on a cabinet
Television days · Everyday Memories
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Sample coloring page of a kettle and teacups on a table
A cup of tea · Everyday Memories
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Start with colored pencils or crayons. For markers, test first and place a protective sheet underneath.