Creative work is such an internal process... while sharing it in thought on paper calls up a willingness to be in community. Giving voice to what we see and learn in making is a gift to be shared. Looking to connect with a new idea from a different vantage point, I always feel you there, across the table as I write and sketch.

-Diane

Diane's Journal

Color in Winter

Color in Winter

These stenciled suiting pieces, pinned on dressforms, show what the finished shirt will look like- November in my Studio-  Inspired by another incredible Design Outside the Lines Retreat here in...

Color in Winter

These stenciled suiting pieces, pinned on dressforms, show what the finished shirt will look like- November in my Studio-  Inspired by another incredible Design Outside the Lines Retreat here in...

A Window to Design & Color Blocking

A Window to Design & Color Blocking

  "Combining favorite fabrics, techniques and surface design  makes each summer sewing project a highlight experience" Diane   Designing a summer Taos Skirt- Retreats in New Mexico inspire my summer sewing. A...

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A Window to Design & Color Blocking

  "Combining favorite fabrics, techniques and surface design  makes each summer sewing project a highlight experience" Diane   Designing a summer Taos Skirt- Retreats in New Mexico inspire my summer sewing. A...

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Spring Sewing just for fun!

Spring Sewing just for fun!

As I unpack my favorite stash of warm weather fabrics and clothes, I am lusting over the linen pieces. Well, yes... linens and interesting basic wovens in natural fibers are...

Spring Sewing just for fun!

As I unpack my favorite stash of warm weather fabrics and clothes, I am lusting over the linen pieces. Well, yes... linens and interesting basic wovens in natural fibers are...

Exploring a NEW Stencil Design

Exploring a NEW Stencil Design

Cicada Stencil is Fall colors Each new stencil design is like Christmas when it is done.....I can't wait to unwrap it and begin to explore the printing possibilities! We just...

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Exploring a NEW Stencil Design

Cicada Stencil is Fall colors Each new stencil design is like Christmas when it is done.....I can't wait to unwrap it and begin to explore the printing possibilities! We just...

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