Visible mending is a practice of repairing an “item-in-need”, in a way that adds charm and character! When doing visible mending, as opposed to invisible mending, the mender’s stitch work or patchwork is intentionally obvious, and sometimes even “over-the-top!”. 

It’s been YEARS in the making… my very own print shop!

You asked for it, an accessible way to add some color, whimsy, and warmth to your home…

I have a lot of artists in my life, all at various stages of their journeys. Some are just starting out in new media, some are building a consistent creative practice for the first time, and some have put in more time and effort than I have—thriving and inspiring me daily. Others are marching alongside me at a similar pace but on their own unique paths.

It is one of the greatest joys of my life to connect with other artists. Being “in the arena” with creatives who are giving it their all forms a bond like no other. A world with more people expressing themselves is a better world, which is why we have to protect and support beginners.

Here are a few ways I’ve been trying to do just that—things that helped me as I grew out of the acute, cringe-heavy beginner stage.

A celebration of imperfection, “Quilted” is the most aligned work I have ever made. Quilts are typically so measured and exact, two things I tend to resist. I wanted to play with maintaining the nostalgic warmth and traditional patterns while pushing the boundaries of sharp shape and symmetry.

You might think the best parts of being an artist are the big wins—the moments your work is accepted, celebrated, and displayed under perfect gallery lighting, those special connections with your customers, not to mention all the joy found in the creative process. And you would be right, these are the BEST parts. But wins are only part of the whole story. I actually appreciate having the opportunity to tell my kids “I didn’t get in”, here and there. Why? Continue reading...

This summer marked a significant milestone as my daughter turned 11. Our conversations began to evolve, touching on important subjects like body autonomy, sexuality, puberty, and consent. These topics, which are so central to growing up and navigating the world, also connect deeply with the values I care about, especially in a time of crucial political change.

Through my art, I’ve been reflecting on these conversations, using birds and flowers as symbols of natural development, personal freedom, and community. The color palettes and compositions of each piece in this collection are inspired by my hope for peace, courage, and equity for our future generations.

In a world where political noise can often feel overwhelming and make us feel voiceless, I believe that expressing our values—whether through art or discussion—matters. Our daughters are watching, learning from how we use our voices.

"Duck, Duck, Goose," launching on Election Day, November 5, is my act of manifestation—an extra vote to the universe for a leader with integrity.

It likely wasn’t as romantic as I remember, but I grew up in a 100-ish-year-old house, a half block from the beach; dusty pink siding & red geraniums hung on the porch. At night, we kept the old windows open to let the salt air blow through.