Bringing Stitched Art to Life
In Ruth Norbury’s workshop, stitching is just the beginning. Once the design is transferred and stitched onto fabric, the real…
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Building on Ideas
Last week, I shared a glimpse of the stitching I’ve been doing using vintage fabrics, lace, trim, and lots of…
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My Thread Collections with WonderFil Threads
There’s something deeply satisfying about finding just the right thread—the perfect hue that disappears into vintage linen, or one that…
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What goes on behind the scenes?
Ahhh, a lot! That’s the answer to the question what goes on behind the scenes, if you are wondering. This…
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To all of you … thank you!
I am back from the Pacific International Quilt Festival. My exhibit: “Rhapsody in Red: Textile Stories in Scarlet” seems to…
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My design wall is bare
After months of dedicated work, the pieces for my latest exhibit are finally complete. As I stand back and look…
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Interviews and self-doubt
A few weeks ago, I was delighted to be invited to write an interview for Create Whimsy. I got an…
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Plurality and Heritage
You are invited! SAQA’s annual conference, “Plurality and Heritage,” will be held online from April 12-20, 2024. It’s open to…
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Oh no! I can’t sleep … again!
So, picture this: Saturday night. The movie is over so you decide to go to sleep. And what happens? Nothing….
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Grand National Fibre Art Exhibition “Crossroads”
Woohoo! The day has arrived. I can finally disclose that I have a piece in the Grand National Fibre Art…
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The making of “Low Tide at Rocky Point”
Hello everyone. The snow is melting, the sun is shining, the birds are chirping, and there’s light at the end…
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Online class – Rubbings and Paintstiks on Fabric – September 24 @ 9:00 a.m. MDT
Another great course launched! So excited to be offering this 3–hour workshop which is a favourite of mine. Different techniques…
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Online Class – Rocks, Pebbles & Stones, Oh my!
I am happy to announce the first of many online classes: Rocks, Pebbles & Stones, Oh my! will be a…
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Paintstiks on Fabric
Have you ever tried experimenting with Paintstiks? Do you know what they are? Shiva (that’s the brand in the US…
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Getting ready for Art Calgary
And this is what happens when you are getting ready for an exhibit and sale of work: frames get painted,…
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Excellence Award – Alberta Craft Council
Good morning, So excited to have been nominated for the 2018 Alberta Craft Council Excellence Award. A huge, huge thank…
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Quilter of Distinction at Heritage Park 2019
Good morning, I am very excited to tell you that I have been named Quilter of Distinction for 2019 at…
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Neutral Architexture is here and ready to order!
I am so happy to tell you that my new thread collection with Aurifil, Neutral Architexture is out in stores…
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Hudson River workshop – still time to sign up!!
It’s been awhile! Time flies when you are keeping busy. Some news from me: I went on an Alaskan Cruise…
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New 1-day workshops for the Summer
Good afternoon, Below is a list of one-day workshops I’m offering in my Studio in NW Calgary for the Summer….
