The natural materials of linen and wool inspire me today as they did the journeyman weavers who produced coverlets woven in a natural linen warp and a colored wool weft. I aspire to combine their high level of craftsmanship with the heavier weight of yarns to weave durable and flexible rugs, both functional and beautiful. My inspirations include the natural elements and the materials themselves. The patterns of land forms, the atmospheric elements also play a role in color and mood.

Public Collections & Commissions:  ACE Constructors, Gainesville, FL Barrett Designs, Deal, NJ Catholic Diocese of Des Moines, IA Cost, Planning and Management, Int., Denver, CO Des Moines Golf & Country Club, Des Moines, IA Iowa State Bank and Trust, Iowa City, IA Kirk Van Orsdel Insurance Services, Des Moines, IA Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Johnston, IA Smith Energy Services, CO & ND Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL Stufflebeam Insurance, Scotch Plains, NJ Yeaton Services, Chicago, IL