A pieced and quilted original work with the yellows of the sun surrounded by the greys and gentle browns of the spring.

Today I am packing my quilt "the promise of spring" so it can head for its new home. Thanks Paradise City. #artquilt #wallart #quiltstudio #pieced #quilted

An original quilt made by sewing many thin strips of cotton fabric going through the cotton batting onto the back. Machine quilted. #landscape #dawn #abstractfiber #quilt #modenquilt #originalquilt

Detail shot of new quilt showing some of the many fabrics used to create the overall effect. #fabricart #original #fiberart

I figured it was time to celebrate spring with a new quilt which I called "begin the new day"--what do you think? It is 32 by 60 inches, machine pieced and quilted in an original design. #artquilt #pieced #original #art #sunrise #quilted

Glimpse of the moon is an original art quilt with the moon just peeking through the grasses, At 13 by 60 inches it works as a wall hanging for that long narrow spot or use it as a bureau scarf. #originalquilt #abstractfiber #artistmade

Detail of the quilt showing some of the many fabrics used to create the overall effect. #quilting #fabricart

Normally, as a deadline approaches, I worry which quilt to finish. This time though, thanks to the half time show I just had to make this quilt with its flowing grass. What do you think? #artquilt #pieced #soldonetsy #baltimorehandmade #craftcouncil #original #art

An original art quilt with the sun rising bright and red from the water into the sky colored in yellows, purples and blues. 40 by 40 inches. #quiltstudio #shelburnefalls #sunrise

Detail shot of the quilt showing some of the many fabrics used to create the effect. #quilted

And another quilt done. I call this one "comes the sun". What do you think? #art #artquilt #pieced #makermade #originalquilt

Pieced table runner in shades of French blue created with over 40 strips of fabric. 13 by 40 inches. #table runner #quiltstudio

Sometimes we just need a bit of calm in the chaos that is contemporary times. Here is my quilted table runner in shades of French blue. What do you think? #etsy #tabledecor #pieced #centerpiece #quilt

An image of my sewing machine making long rows of machine quilting to add texture and depth to the new quilt.

And now for the machine quilting. #workinprogress #quilting #artquilt #pieced #quiltstudio #art

Notes on the dawn is an original art quilt with the sun rising between the blue of the horizon and the teal of the sky. There is lots of action and subtle design within this quilt.

And it's done. I call this quilt "notes on the sunrise". What do you think? It is 42 by 42 inches, machine pieced and quilted. Of course it is an original design. #artquilt #originalquilt #pieced #landscape #etsy #craftcoundil #quiltstudio

My first quilt of the new year with the golden sun rising from the dark horizon into the many colors of the grey sky. #modern #contemporary #art #original

And it is done. My first quilt of the new year which I call not surprisingly "first light". What do you think? It is 31 by 60 inches. #artquilt #etsy #soldonetsy #craftcouncil #paradisecityartsfestival #pieced #quilt

Musings on autumn is an original pieced quilt that shows the the sun rising above the many colors of the hills into the golden sky. #abstracttextile #makermade

As the year ends, I am feeling a bit reflective. This is one of my favorite quilts of the year--which I call "musings of autumn". What do you think? #artquilt #pieced #quilt #art

An original art quilt with the sun rising from the verdant green of the horizon into the bright blue of the sky. Beneath the near landscape is shades of teal dancing in the light. 20 by 40 Inches. #landscape

How sweet. As the temperature outside flirts with 0, I get to send my quilt "spring dance" to its new home. Thanks Etsy. #etsy #artquilt #spring #makermade #quilt #pieced #soldonetsy

Original art quilt of the sunrise created by piecing and sewing many thin strips of cotton fabric going through the cotton batting onto the back, then machine quilted to give it even more substance and texture. 16 by 40 inches #abstractfiber #contemporary #landscape #artistmade

And it's done. My latest art quilt which I call "sketch of the sunrise". I love how joyous yet calm this quilt is. What do you think? #etsy #artquilt #quilt #pieced #sunrise #art #originalart #abstraction

Installation shot of pieced runner with many shades of brown on top of a cherry table. #moderndecor

I love it when a client sends me an image of the custom piece in its new home. Doesn't it look great there? #custom #artquilt #tabledecor #quiltedrunner #bureauscarf #artistmade #pieced

Original art quilt pieced of many thin strips of cotton fabric with the moon gently peering through the soft blues of the marsh grasses. 12.5 by 60 inches #soldonetsy #quiltstudio

Detail of my quilt "gentle moon" showing some of the many colors used to tell the story. Aren't the soft blues wonderful. #piecing #fabricart #quiltsky

My latest art quilt "gentle moon" seeks to capture the quiet of the moonlight shining through the soft blues of the marsh grasses swaying in the breeze. 12.5 by 60 inches. #artquilt #pieced #wallhanging #nautical #bureauscarf #etsy #original

A work in progress with the many fabrics of soft blue and gentle greys and just a hint of yellow peaking through. #stitching

I am having so much fun working with these soft blues and gentle yellows for the new quilt and can't wait to finish it. #workinprogress #quilt #quilting #paradisecityartsfestival #pieced #wallart

A long pieced quilt made of many thin strips of cotton fabric sewed through the cotton batting onto the back, then intensely quilted to capture the many colors of the season. #quiltsky #coloroftheday #autumncolors

A detail of my new quilt against the wonderful colors of the season.

What fun I had trying to capture the sheer joy and variety of the colors of the season. I call this "abstractions of autumn". What do you think? Is it a wall hanging, table centerpiece or bed throw? #quilted #pieced #originalfiber #quiltstudio #art #collage #etsy #soldonetsy

Perfect for #autumn — A 19thc #provence #french #patch & #pieced #quilt from @Villa Rosemaine
Placed at the foot of the bed for #cooler nights, just looking at it #makesmehappy #indigo #plaid #quilted #pieced #goodjuju

Modern art quilt showing the colors of dawn against the distant horizon. Pieced and quilted. 30 x 73 inches. #quiltstudio #shelburnefalls

Detail of my quilt showing some of the many fabrics used to create the overall effect. #fabric #quiltsky

And it's done. My latest art quilt "contemplating dawn". What do you think? #artquilt #makermade #quilting #art #women'sart #pieced #wallart

Four quilted place mats in different shades of blue. #tabledecor

What fun I had making these blue place mats. Which would you choose? #quiltedmats #etsy #soldonetsy #pieced #tablemats

Pieced blue table runner in ombre design over the Deerfield River in Shelburne Falls. #centerpiece #marineblue #artistmade

Starting the week off with my latest table runner in shades of calming marine blue. What do you think? #tabledecor #bluemonday #artyear #artquilt #pieced #etsy #quiltstudio

Pieced table topper with the color changes created by sewing many thin strips of cotton fabric together. This time shown against the complex greens of one of my quilts. #quilt #quiltsky #original

As the seasons change, I am inspired by the rusts and warm colors around me. Here's another table runner or bureau scarf I have added to my collection. What do you think? #tabledecor #pieced #quilted #etsy

Modern table runner made by sewing more than 40 thin strips of fabric together to give color gradation. Held against the rich yellow of goldenrod with a blue sky in the distance. #original #bureauscarf

Already the seasons here are changing. Don't you love the golds and browns against the blue sky? #etsy #tabledecor #makermade #quilted #pieced

Detail of work in progress showing some of the many fabrics used to create the overall look. #detail #customorder #quiltstudio #shelburnefalls

Sometimes I get a fabric and then it takes a while before I can use it to make just the right statement in the quilt. I love this flowered fabric in shades of autumn--don't they almost look like stars? What do you think? #workinprogress #artquilt #fabricart #pieced #makermade

New table runner pieced of over 40 fabrics with a bright yellow sun running between the many rich and shaded colors of blue. The quilting provides a regular pattern on the back. #quiltstudio #sunshine #shelburnefalls #tabletopper

A bit of cheer for a Monday morning which--alas--we probably need. Doesn't this table runner remind you of the sun on the perfect summer day? #etsy #soldonetsy #tabledecor #pieced #centerpiece #makermade #art

This table runner is pieced and quilted, featuring a row of pumpkins with a lazy black cat stretched out in front of them. Maple leaves in fall colours fill the corners, connected by a border of dark green fabric. A mottled green binds the outer edges.

It’s that time of year….. #pumpkins, #mapleleaves and #blackcats. All are on this #pieced and #quilted #tablerunner just in time for celebrating #thanksgiving and decorating for #autumn. #quiltsky

Always September is an original art quilt noting the change of the seasons with the many shades of green and hints of orange and browns against the red of the distant hills. #september #autumn #original #women'sart #fiberart

Have you noticed how the green in the distant forests is just starting to change from the deep rich greens to the more muted browns as autumn approaches. Here is is my quilt "always september" to note this. #artquilts #quilts #abstracttextiles #etsy #pieced #originalart

#FatCockFriday #Thick #Tattoos #Uncut #Pieced #Hunk if this looks familiar, it was a favorite on my previous account. Never get tired of him

Studies of the moonrise is an original art quilt showing the many subtle colors of the landscape as the moon rises against the distant horizon. #fabric art #shelburnefalls #bestofetsy #etsy

A detail of my most recent art quilt showing some of the many cotton fabrics used to create the overall effect.

Sometimes we need a bit of calm to contemplate. This is my latest art quilt "studies of the moonrise-1". What do you think? #artquilt #art #moonrise, #quilts #makermade #pieced #women'sart #etsy #soldonetsy

Quilted table runner against the view outside my studio in Shelburne Falls. #makermade #quiltstudio #soldonetsy

Sometimes you just need the memory of that wonderful deep rich lavender of the sky and hope. New table runner just listed on my Etsy shop. #etsy #tabledecor #quilt #diningdecor #quiltsky #shelburnefalls #pieced

Machine quilting a new sample for a customer. I am loving these greens with splashes of blue. What do you think? #quiltsky #art #women'sart

How exciting it is when a customer wants a quilt in colors that I haven't worked with before. This one is different greens with splashes of blue. I hope they like it. #customorder #quilt #workinprogress #artquilt #quilting #sample #pieced

A pieced table runner using many thin strips of cotton fabric to create the overall effect. #pieced #art #tabledecor

Yes, this teal table runner is long--six feet--and the strips begin life at 3/4 inch--but don't you love the effect? Thanks Etsy. #etsy #soldonetsy #quilts #tablerunner #makermade #pieced