The Art of Slow Stitching
Yikes! Another week has gone by and we find ourselves at the end of September. Where has the year gone?…
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…
Scraps, a needle and some thread
What’s not to like? A couple of weeks ago, I joined a free workshop with Deb Cooper organized by TextileArtist.org….
“Where does inspiration come from?”
As an artist, you’ve likely been asked countless times, “Where does your inspiration come from?” It’s one of those questions…
Reminiscing while creating
Here I am … another week has gone by and we find ourselves at the end of August. Isn’t it…
Ready to move on
I watch the Olympics. I watch it all. I talked about it last week in my blog. And it was…
Can you believe a week has gone by?
Where does time go? I can’t believe a week has gone by already since I came back from the Pacific…
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…
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…
What’s going on in my studio?
My studio is a disaster area. Yup … I have piles of stuff everywhere. Deadlines are looming for my red…
Ni Una Más – The Story & the Process
I would like, first of all, to thank everyone who went to Create Whimsy to read my story, and to…
Interviews and self-doubt
A few weeks ago, I was delighted to be invited to write an interview for Create Whimsy. I got an…
Navigating the guilt of creative procrastination
Last week I wrote about the little voice in my head that says “I don’t feel like it just now”,…
I really don’t feel like doing that just now
Although I know I have to. Have you ever found yourself staring at a pile of materials for a project,…
Why fear is a killer
Last week, I posted about art, life and calling yourself an artist. How many of you, after reading that post,…
Do you call yourself an artist?
SAQA’s annual Conference, Plurality and Heritage, is on right now. It started on Friday and yesterday I watched some webinars…
On heavy thoughts, cleaning and not sleeping
Again … I can’t sleep. My mind is heavy with unwanted thoughts. For some reason it seems I can’t escape…
Answering questions … bringing clarity
A couple of weeks ago, I wrote about some wonderful memories that were brought to mind by answering questions for…
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…
What wonderful memories!
Memories are the threads that weave the tapestry of our lives, stitching together the moments that define who we are….
Inspiration turned on its head
Oh Pinterest … I love you? I hate you? I have a funny relationship with Pinterest. Every day I get…
New Classes for March and April
Hello and happy Monday! I’m so excited to let you know that I have posted new classes for March and…
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….