Something New
Something New
An interior designer recently asked me about a custom tapestry for a home she is designing. My mind went to lots of ideas for the space but the first sketch I sent wasn’t quite right. It was something new that I hadn’t done before and the designer felt it wasn’t right for the space. She and I are talking about other ideas that we’re still working on.
In the meantime, I decided to weave the tapestry I first suggested to her. It took most of the summer to weave and I’m very happy with the finished piece.
Read More»Celebrate Time Together
Where will you celebrate the holidays?
I was thinking about how I love purposeful gatherings and celebrations so in anticipation of joyful times ahead, I wove a new collection of table runners to share with you!
A Time to Gather
Online Exhibit
In Person Exhibit at Studio Channel Islands
2222 E. Ventura Blvd., Camarillo, CA
October 1 – February 1, 2021
Set the Table
These artistic centerpieces will be the talk of your table and heaven knows, we all need a beautiful conversation starter!
Enjoy color when you pair your table runner with simple plates, timeless flatware and thin stemware to make this handwoven centerpiece look elegant, or with handmade pottery for that farm-to-table feel. Finish with bold napkins to give your table a pop of color.
And More
Functional art and table runners are so versatile but when you’re not using them on the table, try drapping it over an open door, a chair, or at the foot of the bed — anywhere you want to add color and warmth.
No matter how you celebrate or where you gather, I hope these runners will add joy and conversation to your celebrations. I hope you enjoy them as much as I enjoyed weaving them for you and keep them for generations to come!
Runner Photograps by The Scientific Photographer
6 Inspired ways to decorate with hand woven rugs
You’ll never hear me say “Don’t walk on my art!”
It’s understandable that you might not want to walk on an artistic, handwoven rug. It’s totally fine to feel it under your feet, trust me. In case you are one of those people who can’t bring themselves to put their art on the floor, consider these 6 inspired ways to enjoy it!
- Drape it over a railing
- Decorate the top of a door
- Cozy up the back of the sofa
- Make a statement
10 Reasons to Buy a Handwoven Rug
Sometimes You Just Need a Reason
Friends and shopping are a pastime I’m missing at the moment. I miss my friends giving me reasons to buy something I really love. Friends and shopping are simply the best combination, but just in case your friends aren’t available, I’ve got a few ideas why you should buy what you love.
Read More»Elevation: A Commission that Challenged My Perspective
A Tapestry Commission that Inspired and Challenged Me
Working on a custom piece is great fun and this design really put me to the test! This 40″ x 52″ wall tapestry was inspired by a very small tapestry I had in the studio. Sunshine, a 10″ x 12″ wedge weave that had since found a home with another collector. Joanna Burke of Joanna Burke Art Consultants, Inc., was choosing artworks for a new medical facility and asked if I could weave a similar design for a large wall tapestry. Timing was tight but I was up for the challenge.
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