Step by step. One day at a time. Whatever phrase you choose to break down an overwhelming task into smaller manageable pieces. Bird by bird is how writer Anne Lamott … Read More
We have had a last-minute opening in our November 5-Day Live Online Class. For a description of the class, please see this post. To register, use the link below. November … Read More
I would say that this week’s selection of Finish Line fabric collage quilts is meditative with soothing colors and subjects to reflect on—such as Jo Ann Doughart’s “First Light” heron, … Read More
Recently in the second session of my four-week “Fly on the Wall: Susan Carlson Studio Watch” (see below for an update) someone asked about the scissors I was using. It … Read More
“Trust the Process,” was Valerie Moore’s declaration on the final day of a 5-day fabric collage class at Woodland Ridge Retreat in western Wisconsin. Valerie and eleven other lovely ladies … Read More
This Saturday in your regular post I’ll take you into the classroom at Woodland Ridge Retreat Center in Downsville, WI, where I taught a week-long fabric collage class a few … Read More
I love me a dog nose. In my fabric collage animal classes I often create a dog nose during my in-class demonstration. Rebecca Lilly Segura’s dog nose (above) is a … Read More
Since I will be having (virtual) guests in my studio for the next four weeks, I figured I’d better tidy up my work space (at least the parts that could … Read More
Please enjoy this week’s selection of finished fabric collage quilts submitted by students, such as Mary Quade with her “Grandmother Portrait,” detail above. A big thank you to all for … Read More
Tonight’s the night! My first ever “Fly on the Wall: Susan Carlson Studio Watch” series starts this evening (7 pm Eastern Time) with a free introductory Zoom meeting. There’s still … Read More