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

Kantha: REVERSIBLE!

Kantha: REVERSIBLE!

I’m in love with my new shirt!!!  It started out as a kantha throw (106”x86”) and after working the puzzle to create a reversible garment, there is only one  3”x 5”...

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Kantha: REVERSIBLE!

I’m in love with my new shirt!!!  It started out as a kantha throw (106”x86”) and after working the puzzle to create a reversible garment, there is only one  3”x 5”...

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New Stencils-The  Africa Collection

New Stencils-The  Africa Collection

New stencils, fresh off my design board, are inspiring new ways to play and create. The beauty of a collection is that there are so many creative directions to play with Uganda, Warrior...

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New Stencils-The  Africa Collection

New stencils, fresh off my design board, are inspiring new ways to play and create. The beauty of a collection is that there are so many creative directions to play with Uganda, Warrior...

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Collaboration: MAKING together in 2022

Collaboration: MAKING together in 2022

  1 Pattern=  COAT •  VEST  •  SHIRT The process of working with one pattern creates challenges I enjoy. Smart sewing means doing more with everything... so let's start the New...

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Collaboration: MAKING together in 2022

  1 Pattern=  COAT •  VEST  •  SHIRT The process of working with one pattern creates challenges I enjoy. Smart sewing means doing more with everything... so let's start the New...

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Making by Hand: Small Offerings

Making by Hand: Small Offerings

                                            A Tea Cozy- Some days we just need...

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Making by Hand: Small Offerings

                                            A Tea Cozy- Some days we just need...

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FALL Design: Scarves

FALL Design: Scarves

Fall came as we gathered in the studio at Mabel Dodge in Taos. It was a glorious week of inspiration in the high desert of New Mexico for our first Design Outside...

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FALL Design: Scarves

Fall came as we gathered in the studio at Mabel Dodge in Taos. It was a glorious week of inspiration in the high desert of New Mexico for our first Design Outside...

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PANTS: 1 Pattern = 3 Designs

PANTS: 1 Pattern = 3 Designs

My Capitola Pant Pattern (PAPER) is a winner and the perfect choice for these 3 Fall variations. To get the fit you want, start by taking a few measurements of your favorite comfy pants. How...

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PANTS: 1 Pattern = 3 Designs

My Capitola Pant Pattern (PAPER) is a winner and the perfect choice for these 3 Fall variations. To get the fit you want, start by taking a few measurements of your favorite comfy pants. How...

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