Learning to Slow Down

This year has been one of the most challenging for me due to cancer surgery, treatment, and a case of ongoing pneumonia. I’ve had to learn to slow down and to be patient. In this time of quasi-convalescence, I picked up my needle, thread, and scrap fabric. I’m not a traditional quilter by any means — I have neither the stamina or ability to be so precise — but I’ve made my own creations with a running stitch, much in the style of kawandi by the Siddi women (African descent) of India. Below are some of my creations. I’m thrilled to share that “Mishmash” is on display at the Black Dog Art Gallery (@blackdogartgallery2022) in Tubac, Arizona, and “Reunited” is featured in the international art show by Kunsthaus Rozig.

Left to right, “Mishmash” 40″ x 24″, “Flower Garden” SOLD, “Reunited” 32″ x 20″, “Repurposed” 41″ x 24″, “Garden Plot” 30″ x 24″