For more than forty years, creativity has been the thread connecting every chapter of my life.

My professional career began in graphic design, where I had the privilege of creating communications that helped nonprofit organizations tell their stories, build support for their missions, and connect with the communities they serve. That work taught me that good design is more than aesthetics—it's about clarity, purpose, and human connection.

Alongside my design career, I developed my voice as an artist. My modern quilts and stitched paper collage work have been exhibited in galleries, museums, and exhibitions, allowing me to explore the expressive possibilities of paper and cloth while sharing my perspective with audiences around the world.

Teaching became a natural extension of that creative journey. Over the years, I've been fortunate to lead workshops, present lectures, and teach at quilt guilds, conferences, museums, and retreats across the United States and internationally. Meeting thousands of quilters, exchanging ideas, and watching students discover new creative possibilities has been one of the greatest joys of my career.

In early June 2026, my life changed profoundly when my husband, Brian, died suddenly from a heart attack. As I began navigating this unexpected new chapter, I realized it was also time to reconsider how I wanted to spend my own time and creative energy.

I've decided to retire from teaching. I will honor the workshop and lecture commitments I've already made through 2027, but I am no longer accepting new bookings.

Although I'm stepping away from teaching, I'm not stepping away from creativity. Quilting, design, and making remain central to my life, and I'm looking forward to exploring them at a different pace, with the freedom to follow new ideas wherever they lead.

To everyone who has been part of this journey—as a student, collector, colleague, host, or friend—thank you. Your encouragement, curiosity, and generosity have shaped my career in ways I could never have imagined, and I will always be grateful for the many paths we've shared.