I often begin a piece inspired by something unusual in Nature-- the shape or texture of a leaf, the color of a flower, or by lines and shapes made by a pile of driftwood.  This is the beginning of my design process in which color, line, and texture are paramount.  I often work spontaneously on the surface of the fabric, painting, fusing, piecing, couching yarns, machine appliqueing, and machine quilting.  I love to explore new materials and techniques with each piece. I  make subjects appear less realistic by using unusual colors, and culling only the most interesting lines and shapes. As construction progresses, I derive great satisfaction from trying new solutions to each design problem as it arises.   I am happiest when surrounded by a pile of multi-colored threads and fabric, and answering the question, "I wonder which one would look the best here?" 

YOU CAN SEE MY WORK AT THE RALEIGH CONVENTION CENTER, RALEIGH , NC

                                                          

                                                               

PROUD MEMBER OF THE CAROLINA DESIGNER CRAFTSMEN GUILD

THE PIEDMONT CRAFTSMEN’S  GUILD