The West 5th Weekender No. 01

Hello friend! I’m so happy you’re here.

Welcome to the very first edition of The West 5th Weekender — a little Sunday note from my Midwest art studio filled with watercolor, pretty things, mom life, and whatever inspired me this week.

The first week of June has been spent recovering from the whirlwind that was May. Between markets, graduations, field trips, and projects - it all finally caught up to me. I’ve been slowly getting back on top of things after the Indiana Peony Festival, and I left that weekend feeling so inspired, grateful, and full of ideas for what’s next.

This newsletter is one of them.

I wanted to create a space that feels a little more personal — a way to share the story behind the artwork, the things I’m loving lately, and small pieces of everyday life from West 5th Creative.

WHAT I’M WEARING

This week I’ve basically lived in the new West 5th Creative tee. This shade of pink brings life to everyone’s skin, and it’s the easiest thing to throw on with jeans or bike shorts.

I already know I’ll be styling it all summer with pops of red for a fun Fourth of July look — think denim overalls, Converse, and a red bandana. Basically my favorite kind of outfit.

WHAT I’M LOVING

This Sweet Cream Brown Sugar Creamer.

I’m a coffee girl through and through. I love hot black coffee year-round, but once summer hits, I start making afternoon iced coffee at home. Lately I’ve been adding a splash of this creamer and it is so good.

WHAT I’M CREATING

This weeks main project was a group illustration of 22 people! It’s a gift so I can’t share it online just yet. But at home I created a “helpfulness” chart to inspire my family. Nothing motivates my kids like a sticker chart that promises a slushee. Fingers crossed!

FREE WALLPAPER

This week’s free phone wallpaper is inspired by my current color obsession: butter yellow. Click the image to save!

Thank you for being here and supporting this colorful little business of mine. Truly.

Until next Sunday,
Emily