Profile of a bald black woman with elf ears looking up at the sky. A yellow silken scarf swirls around her head and shoulders.

…at the threshold of magic and mundane.

You’ve found yourself at the threshold of magic and the mundane. Here in this liminal landscape grow living gateways to worlds, both earthly and fantastical.  You’ve always had one foot planted in the material and the other in realms of fantasy. Here in the in-between, both exist simultaneously.  Growing here you’ll find tales, artwork, and tutorials, and thoughts from both sides of the veil, Wander the grounds and get comfortable.  Stay for a moment or get lost for a lifetime.

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  • Creative Works

    Delve into tales and artwork to transport you to fantastical realms and remind yourself that magic and myth can exist right in your own backyard. Here you’ll find artwork, costuming, creative writing.

    Imagine

  • Natural World

    The land on which we live is magic in its own right. Walk deeper into the woods. Feel the warmth of the soil. Follow along on my adventures in the natural world, from exploring to gardening to backyard foraging.

    Explore

  • The Creative Process

    We are all a creative force in the world. Witness the act of creation firsthand and become a part of the process. Peek behind the scenes as I create and learn along with me as I make some magic.

    Learn

  • Shop

    The magic is within you, but it never hurts to stock up on supplies before venturing into the unknown. Here you will find a selection of hand bound books, art, and apparel all created by me

    Shop

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Reclamation
Reclamation

“Cover up,” they were told. “Once nature starts to reclaim you, it’s best to hide the markings for as long as you can. No one wants a reminder of our mortality.”

The Process
The Process

We are all a creative force in the world. Witness the act of creation firsthand and become a part of the process. Peek behind the scenes as I create and learn along with me as I make some magic.

Exploring the Natural World
Exploring the Natural World

The land on which we live is magic in its own right. Walk deeper into the woods. Feel the warmth of the soil. Follow along on my adventures in the natural world, from exploring to gardening to backyard foraging.

Wind-Touched
Wind-Touched

She is the wind. She can cause your lungs to fill with the breath of life or leave you gasping and directionless…

Flicker
Flicker

A flicker of swirling blue cloth in the corner of your vision grabs your attention. It stands out against the stark winter landscape. Spent leaves litter the ground…

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I made these tokens to go with the #edh deck I made for my secret Santa way back when! Meant to post got after they opened it but y’all know how I get distracted. So here they are! It was a squirrel deck based off of making tons of different to
“Wind Touched” She is the wind. She can cause your lungs to fill with the breath of life or leave you gasping and directionless. She skirts from one breeze to the next, riding the gales to her destination but not with bit and bridle.
“A flicker of swirling blue cloth in the corner of your vision grabs your attention. It stands out against the stark winter landscape devoid. Spent leaves litter the ground, and now that your senses are heightened you can hear footsteps crunchi
I did a thing! Made some cosplay horns because, well why not? Did a little mini photo shoot in the backyard while the tiny human was at school. More pics to come!
Todays book is giving me Sea and Sky vibes. The #prehnite spine was tricky but totally worth it! (Two images of a blue book with blue birds on the cover and a darker blue edge. The second book shows the spine of the book with exposed stitching and g
This one is super sunny! Complete with citrine and gold sheen obsidian spine accents. The little stripe happened on its own, and I’m kind of in love with the look! (Image of a book with yellow and gray flowers and a yellow striped eft edge: th
I just darned a hole in the thumb of one of tiny human’s gloves. I am ridiculously proud of myself. That’s it. That’s the post. (Image of two black and gray gloves on a person’s lap. The top glove has been fixed with black
Doesn’t this baby octopus fabric make the cutest book cover?!?!?! (Two images of a yellow and goldenrod colored book with baby octopi printed on them. The second picture is a side view where a gathered and bead embellished spine is visible.)

About Me

A black woman in a striped shirt and gray headwrap looks at the camera with a small smile.

 The Nerdy Black Mom is just that – Nerdy, Black, and a mom. She is a lover of all things fantasy, sci-fi, and escapist. She is a cosplayer and a teacher, a gardener and an artist, a wife and mother, and Black woman living in America.  Never able to settle down into one path or one identity, she dabbles in all her many hobbies and interests.  This space is the convergence of all of those many identities. Welcome!