SkunkHillStudio

I have worked and played with fiber and beads for the past twenty years. My current work combines peyote stitch and right angle weave into abstract, organic patterns that often resemble jewelry.

As much as I like to design, I love to teach because I love to see what other people will do with the same techniques. There are so many possibilities, far more than I can ever accomplish by myself. So help me out - give freeform beading a try!

Towards that end, I self-published my first book, Freeform Peyote Beading, in fall of 2010. Since then I've published two additional books and a series of shorter ebooks and tutorials. My newest book, "Explorations in Freeform Peyote Beading: Designing Original Art Jewelry and Beyond", is my most comprehensive look at freeform bead weaving to date. Featuring the works of nearly two dozen artists from three continents working in the medium, Explorations looks at techniques, inspiration and design processes, including how to get back on track when the design process goes astray.

I also maintain an active blog where I share tips on bead related process, write about my designs, my life as a working artist, and anything that catches my interest: http://baublicious.blogspot.com.