Gone but never forgotten – her enthusiasm and joy in new projects – hers or other’s made no difference – wow –her skill at flower arranging and passion for quilling. You were my cheerleader – I only wish I could have done more.

You taught me that you can if you really want to – and really try. Train models and platforms, RC airplanes, and woodworking. I wish you would do more. I know that you are capable of so much more – If you could only see… that many people never do half the things you’ve already […]

Oh my! You first inspired me with costumes, and then LARPing, and then bead work, and your graphic design, and game design…..you share your talents so freely and so proudly – I’m glad you do.

You have many interests – SCA and otherwise inspired…. but I love your beading, costuming and sewing – and your overall enthusiasm for life.

Thank you for being interested and introducing me to basket weaving….. I may never go there again – but I certainly appreciate it and your idea of crafting days with friends. After all why should crafting be isolating? Make it a social event – learn new things!

My Dad – who encouraged me to use his work bench tools and help him with mechanical / building projects – even if I wasn’t into sports. Both of my parents taught me that it’s okay to have several careers as your life changes. You were always an idea man… you had a belief in […]

My Mom was involved in several crafts over the years and some of them she taught me, others I observed. But she always tried things, and thought of others. Ceramics, sewing, quilting, knitting, gardening, and for many years the creative art of school bulletin boards. I learned a lot about practical and not so practical […]

Yet another source of inspiration to give it a try – another crafter – this time stuffed bears.