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Hour of Gold

My Journal

When I look back at teaching Hour of Gold at Squam this September, I will remember the light in those New Hampshire woods.

Hour of Gold

The light from the water that danced on our cabin walls each morning.

The light that was on each night in the library where I set up my class and studio as these women continued to alter the pages of ... Read more →


Our mission trip. Year three.

My Journal

Year three on a mission trip with my 17-year-old daughter. And 24 other teens.  And eight adults I have grown to know and love.

Three years ago, was our first mission trip to Freeport, Grand Bahamas.  On the way to the airport early that morning, I cried.  I was with a very angry 15-year-old and a bunch of people who knew each other other.  I felt so vulnerable.

That was year one. It was amazing. We went back again. Read more →


Over coffee

My Journal

Time gets away from me. And I have so much to share with you.

I want to tell you about the National Stationery Show and how good it felt to be there.  To show up again.

And I want to share about Squam Art Workshops. About all the magic.  And that each time I am there the magic is a little different, but what I need to see and feel at that moment.

Both of theses experiences need to be separate because they are so rich. So I will come b... Read more →


Sew Somerset: Altered Affirmations

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Sew Somerset | Summer 2015

As an artist, the truest work that I create is the work that I need to see. This is especially true with this altered book of affirmations. I needed this book. I needed my own words to start each day with a clear vis... Read more →


Stationery Trends: Strong Women of Stationery

Stationery Trends | Summer 2015

ST salutes the creative females that infuse the industry with their essence.

Is 2015 the year of the woman? Because if it's not, it really should be! From Emily McDowell to Anna Bond, ... Read more →