I am mostly a self-taught artisan, or mother/grandmother/aunt-taught, learning techniques and design from the people in my life and from books, the web and my own innate sensibilities.
I am a writer, and write often for my work in higher education but also enjoy writing poetry and essays.
I am a librarian, a technologist, and I am interested in education.
Blanche and Estelle are my grandmothers... I was named after both of them. Daisy Estelle was the country crafter, accomplished at quilting, needlework and the guitar, and infused everything around her with her creativity. Blanche Mary was the life of the party in both her farm and city life, bringing style to any occasion or room with delicious food and beautiful flowers. I hope all that I do and make reflects some of them.
Me with Grandma Blanchee
Grandma Blanchee
Granny Smith and some of her children, grandchildren