I have been in the construction trades and gardens for over 20 years. I started Carnes Painting and Gardening a little over 3 years ago. I love my husband Wes, three dogs, Daisee, Roisee and Lilee. I enjoy spending time with my sister Brandi Wolf who is also our general manager.
Q: Please tell us about yourself.
I love painting and gardening, it allows me to bring beauty to people homes and spaces.
Q: Please tell us about your current, past, or future career. What do you love most about what you do?
I love that I can transform a person homes and always leave it better than I found it and I can do it all by myself.
Q: What are some of your favorite restaurants in our community?
The Kitchen, West End Tavern, Slabtown Burger, Harrington’s.
Q: How long have you lived or worked in our community? What brought you to Grand Traverse County?
I have lived here for 3 years. We moved here to be closer to my sister and mom. My sister is now my General Manager and has helped me grow my business.
Q: What advice would you give to people who want to visit our community?
Please don’t litter. We have a great community, please treat them with love and respect.
Q: If you could choose anyone today with whom would you love to have lunch? Why? And where locally would you all meet?
I would love to have lunch with Susan Rauser, State Farm and Erika Nita, Your Home Cupid. They were my first clients in Traverse City and I really appreciate thier continued love and support at Harrington’..
Q: What is your favorite thing or something unique about our community?
My favorite thing is the water and wildlife.
Q: (Even for friends or family), what is something interesting that most people don’t know about you?
I am ambidextrous when I paint.
Q: Which yearly event in Grand Traverse County do you enjoy best?
Farmers Market
Q: What is your favorite season in Northern Michigan? And what is your favorite activity to do in that season?
Fall, getting dirty and doing fall clean up and rock picking.
Q: Finally, what 3 words or phrases come to mind when you think of the word HOME?
Safe, comfortable and relaxing












