I’m a VIDA Designer!
Several months ago I received an email from VIDA–a company that takes original artwork and turns it into clothing and accessories like scarves, tops, and tote bags. They asked me to submit some of my artwork to use on their clothing designs. I gave it some thought, but then got busy with other things and…
Workhouse Fine Arts Festival is This Weekend!
The car is packed and I’m off in a little bit to set up for the Workhouse Fine Arts Festival this weekend–Saturday September 10 and Sunday September 11 at the Workhouse Arts Center in Lorton, VA. This is the first year I’ve done this show and I’m looking forward to it. The setting is unique.…
A Little Something Different – Pillows
I’m working on a new project this week that’s a little different from my usual routine–a commission for 20 quilted pillows to be used in the guest rooms at a lodge in Vermont. A couple of years ago I made about 75 pillows for them, and they contacted me again last month for more to…
Ann Arbor Art Fair is This Weekend!
I’m excited to be back in Ann Arbor, MI for the Ann Arbor Art Fair this weekend. Yesterday during setup, the downtown area was being transformed into a showplace for art, artists and art lovers. The show has NEW DATES and HOURS this year, running from today, Thursday July 21, through Sunday, July 24. Hours…
Artful Improv Special Exhibit at Houston This Fall!
I’m excited to announce that I’m going to have a special exhibit at the International Quilt Festival in Houston this fall featuring 16 quilts from my new book, Artful Improv: Explore Color Recipes, Building Blocks & Freemotion Stitching! The brochure for the Festival just came out and you can see my Artful Improv Exhibit listed…
Great Time with Artful Improv Class!
We had a great time in my Artful Improv class in Great Falls yesterday! My students were energized and ready to let go of the “rules” on the way to learning how to create their own unique quilts. We began talking about color and improvisational techniques, looking at some of my quilts for inspiration–you can see…
Breaking in a New Sewing Machine
I knew this day would come eventually. The sewing machine technician told me recently that the trusty Bernina 1080 that has served me so well for nearly twenty years is on its last legs. It stutters when I push it too hard with my free-motion stitching, among other things. I tried to gain a little…
June First Friday Art Walk, ArtFest This Weekend in Great Falls
This weekend is full of art activities on the Village Green in Great Falls, VA! The fun kicks off tonight with the June First Friday Art Walk on the Green from 6-9 PM. Three working artist studios will be open to greet visitors–The Artists’ Atelier at 756 Walker Road, Artists on the Green at 776…
“Inspired by the National Parks” Book Out!
I had a lovely surprise in my mailbox yesterday–my copy of Inspired by the National Parks: Their Landscapes and Wildlife in Fabric Perspectives, by my friend Donna Marcinkowski DeSoto. Published to coincide with the 100th Anniversary of the National Parks, the book includes 177 quilts depicting the landscape, animals and plants of each of the…