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At age 50, I discovered my right brain, and began to experiment with fabric, fibre, floss, paint and dye. At first it was grief therapy; I entered "the Zone" to escape the challenges of my husband's illness, which was taking its toll on our entire family. Now, the practice of textile art has become pure joy: loose and spontaneous design married to skilled stitchery and embellishment. I use my art to interpret in textiles the world around me, inspired by my rural hamlet, where every street ends in trees. I love the look and feel of layers: fabric weaving, rough-edged applique, free-form machine and/or hand-stitching, including beads, buttons and ribbon where the Muse warrants. I find myself called to be playful as well as reflective in my choice of subject matter and its interpretation. My invitation to you? Enjoy!
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