Personal Notes

A Birthday Note to Myself

29 Intentions for 29

Apr 2 • Bailey Zelena

On growing up, common spaces & creativity (plus a mini art walk)

Mar 5 • Bailey Zelena

Reflections from a Year Abroad

On London, the in-between, and perspective

Jan 8 • Bailey Zelena

Saying Goodbye to 2025

Reflections, top posts, and a look ahead to 2026

Dec 31, 2025 • Bailey Zelena

The Annual Creative Edit

A sentimental (but honest!) recap of my favorite work from 2025

Dec 11, 2025 • Bailey Zelena

The Origin Story I Didn’t Know I Was Writing

A peek at how I stumbled into design and never looked back

Oct 9, 2025 • Bailey Zelena

Exciting Next Chapter for Studio Notes

Deeper dives, fresh ideas, and thoughtful resources for curious creatives

Sep 30, 2025 • Bailey Zelena

Quality Over Quantity

On choosing intention, craft, and meaning over quantity.

Aug 21, 2025 • Bailey Zelena

Notes on Nostalgia

On analog feelings, digital fatigue, and slow design.

Jun 19, 2025 • Bailey Zelena

Notes From My Inner Child

How penpal letters, crayons, and old movies are bringing me back to myself

May 8, 2025 • Bailey Zelena

Butter Yellow & Handmade Fixations

Thoughts on creativity, nostalgia, and the art of slow inspiration.

Mar 19, 2025 • Bailey Zelena

Shifting Tastes, Decorating, & Diving Into Creative Projects in London

Settling in, discovering new sources of inspiration, and a glimpse into how I became the designer I am today

Feb 20, 2025 • Bailey Zelena

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