Jul 31, 2019 | Art weaving, Creative Inspiration, Creative woo, How to think like an artist, weaving
Today Fiberista, I am filled with some big gratitude, and I am sharing with you a big aha moment that kind of smacked me up the side of the head this week. I kind of think I found the secret to making better art. And it is counterintuitive and not what you would...
Mar 20, 2019 | Art weaving, Creative woo, weaving, weaving resources
You guys!! my how to make wool dreads class went live and I threw a virtual party. There was cheap champagne, music-free chair dancing(thanks to Youtubes strict copyright infringement rules) and some discussion about what is next. I also shared some enthusiasm for all...
Mar 13, 2019 | Art weaving, Creative woo, everyday life, The Business of being an artist, weaving
It is so easy to take hand health for granted when you are an artist. But, man, once you are unable to work without pain, it becomes a hard reality for us artists. And, it is not just hand pain. Back, eyes, shoulders all can take a hit when it comes to our...
Mar 6, 2019 | Art weaving, Creative woo, weaving, weaving resources
Hand Felted Wool Dreads are fast becoming a signature feature in my art weaving. In this live cast, I share with you the story of how I came to dreads and some of my favorite ways to use them in fiber art. Here is the replay: To see the live chat, head over to...
Jan 23, 2019 | Creative Inspiration, Creative woo, everyday life, How to think like an artist
Let me just say it has been a winter of introspection and change. Where I left off in December, My mother had a stroke and we spent the better part of December in Alabama along side my brother and sister-in-law helping my parents adjust to a new normal. My mom is...
May 9, 2018 | Creative Inspiration, Creative woo, Essential Oils, The Business of being an artist
I listen to a lot of business audio books and lectures. I know its kind of crazy since usually artists are not naturally aligned with business theories. I had no formal business training when I started my art business. But lucky for me there are so many resources to...