Thoughts on Creating “Developing a Designer’s Eye” Course
“Take care of the being, and the doing takes care of itself.” ~Ann Berlage (my amazing mom) Venturing into the world of design can feel like a forest (or a minefield) of rules. Do this, don’t do that… This, compared with the nearly endless panoply of possibilities can leave you feeling frozen, confused, or intimidated […]
New Projects for a New Year
The New Year is here, and with it a chance to start something new. In my fiber arts studio, I’m always excited to start new projects (indeed, works in progress are everywhere around here!) as well as share them virtually in Zoom classes. Earlier this winter, students were nudging me to offer floor loom instruction […]
Hygge Through the Holidays
When you’re little, the holiday season can seem wondrously magical—festive music playing everywhere, sparkling decorations, all sorts of wonderful foods and treats, and presents! As you grow older, some of that magic is replaced with obligations and running here and there to this and that, making sure that everything is in order and that everyone […]
Nurturing a Creative Lifestyle
Creativity is a beautiful part of being human. It enriches our lives and the lives of those around us. Yet, creativity can also be as elusive as a shy creature, leaving us wondering how to tempt it from the shadows. If you find yourself yearning for more creativity in your life, here are some helpful […]
Introducing Tapestry Prompts
I have many great memories over writing prompts with my wordy friends. We’d all gather up prompts (as simple as a single word like “red” or as nuanced as “the way the light comes in through the window”) and tuck them all into a basket. Then we’d pull one out and, without overthinking the […]
Facing Your Project UFOs
For many of us, the term UFO conjures images of disk-shaped alien space craft with blinking lights and eerie music, but for creative makers, we have a different use for this acronym—Un-Finished Object. A creative UFO is a different critter from the other acronym WIPs, or Works In Progress. A WIP is something you’re actively […]