Meet Tania

Hi, I’m Tania Griffis — home decor lover, laser crafting nerd, and mom on a mission to help you LOVE the life you create.

As a working mom of two young, artsy kids, I know exactly what it feels like to want to build something beautiful in the middle of everyday chaos. Somewhere between decorating, crafting, and keeping tiny humans alive, I found my thing: creating spaces and projects I’m genuinely proud of — and sharing exactly how I did it, so you can too.

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In the style of the classic Enneagram 7, I’m always on the hunt for ways to make life FUN. I’m letting go of perfectionism and overthinking (well, trying!), and striving forward.

My mottos are “outer order, inner peace,” “done is better than perfect,” and “you got this, giiiiirl!”

I’ve been a writer literally as long as I can remember, and I’ve been blogging since 2012. Over the last decade-plus, my life has changed a lot — and so has this blog! We used to flip and renovate houses (seven of them, living in each one mid-reno!). These days, we’re happily settled in what we hope is our forever home — backyard creek, rose garden, tall ceilings, and all — with plenty of room to decorate, craft, and create.

Here’s what you can expect on Run to Radiance:

  • Home + Home Decor – I firmly believe everyone deserves to thrive in a space they love, whether that’s a full room remodel or a tiny shelf styling tweak. I share real projects from my own home — the wins and the “well, that didn’t work” moments both.
  • Parties + Entertaining – I’m extremely socially motivated, and I think life is so much better with people in it! From epic kids’ birthday themes to easy tablescapes, I’ve got do-able ideas for hosting without the overwhelm.
  • Crafts + Making – This is where things have leveled up in a big way. I’ve been laser crafting since 2023, I currently own 5 laser machines (plus Cricut and other cutting machines), and I’ve sold 120+ laser-made pieces in my Etsy shop. Whether it’s a laser project or a simple weekend craft, I test everything myself before I ever tell you about it.
  • Kids’ Activities – With two artsy kids of my own, I’m always testing crafts and activities that actually hold their attention (and mine!). Simple, fun, and genuinely kid-tested.
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My commitment to you is to create a space where everyone is welcome to dream BIG — whether you’re a mom juggling kids and a career, an entrepreneur dreaming of the future, or just someone looking for your next fun project.

I promise to always bring you real talk, real experience, and honest opinions — probably with a few laughs along the way. Above all, I’ll bring you encouragement to build a life you love, one project at a time.

So welcome to the adventure! Let’s run to radiance together.