Comments on: Artist spotlight: Desiree Habicht

By: Lyric Art — giveaway: mini thermofax screens

Lyric Art — giveaway: mini thermofax screens — Tue, 10 Dec 2013 16:16:02 +0000

[…] to Autumn Adams who is the winner of Desriee Habicht’s pattern book and fabric bundle. In answer to my question, “how does art help you through the rough times?” she said […]

By: Bonny

Bonny — Mon, 09 Dec 2013 19:40:22 +0000

Creating something artistic gets me out of a “pity-party” mood..I know that I have the talent to make something special but I find that others don’t look at my work as I do. If I just “dig in” on a project the end result is so satisfying I wonder how I doubted myself… Thanks for being an inspiration to me and others

By: Barbara Triscari

Barbara Triscari — Mon, 09 Dec 2013 15:06:16 +0000

Art is good for the soul and I can be submerged in it when I have to focus on the project and it drowns everything else out. The best part is when it is finished and you can just enjoy the accomplishment. What a nice giveaway! thanks

By: usairdoll

usairdoll — Sun, 08 Dec 2013 20:45:54 +0000

My Mom taught me how to sew, knit, crochet and many more crafts and I’m so thankful that I had that creative beginning. I find being able to create something with my hands, takes my mind to a happy place. Thanks for a great interview, it was nice to learn about Desiree and her work. Her book and fabric look awesome, fingers crossed, hehe.

Thank you and Desiree for a super giveaway and a chance to win.

usairdoll(at)gmail(dot)com

By: Patricia Wester

Patricia Wester — Sun, 08 Dec 2013 19:55:38 +0000

I can become totally lost in my work, especially when I’m free motion quilting. The hum of the machine blocks out background noises and allows me to relax and enjoy the creative process. When I stop to take a breather, I feel calm and refreshed and ready to take on any new challenges.

By: Janice O'Brien

Janice O'Brien — Sun, 08 Dec 2013 16:12:06 +0000

Creating has always been a driving force in my life. Creating allows a whole new perspective, or feeling, through outward expression. It changes the way my brain thinks.

By: Jayna

Jayna — Fri, 06 Dec 2013 18:07:56 +0000

Whether the hard times are loss or stress or simply the need to relax art provides a structure and focus–you are doing art and focused on the processor the project. It gives my brain a break from the “stuff” in my life and allows me to slow down. I find am better able to focus on what needs to be done when I have spent time with art–glass, fabric, paint or plants… it all centers me and restores my spirit. Handwork provides something to do while waiting.

By: Katina

Katina — Fri, 06 Dec 2013 16:09:54 +0000

I amazed my dear mother when I learned to quilt. Even though by then he sight was almost non existent she could make out a design, or vibrant colours. She loved to tell others in the nursing home that her daughter made the quilt on her bed, or the wall hanging in her room. She had gone to boarding school and all the nuns taught was how to mend things and embroidery. A sewing machine was not part of my growing up. My dad died the year I learned to quilt. Then the next several years I spent being my mothers eyes and ears and often her sounding board. Quilting was my great escape. Like nothing else in my life it has given me the opportunity to express my self and confidence to try and sometimes succeed. Now I am stretching my abilities and learning new things. Couching and beading have found their way into my quilts. I wish I could show everyone who suffers from loneliness, depression or stress how to quilt. It is the best way to be calm, busy and gives you a feel good feeling. Sorry for the book…I was a writer before I discovered quilt.

By: Gene Black

Gene Black — Fri, 06 Dec 2013 15:23:22 +0000

In reply to Gene Black.

I forgot the “rough times” part. When my Mom was in the hospital ICU, not expected to live, drawing became my escape and comfort. I would sit and draw anything in the waiting room that was still long enough. In that process I drew a sketch of Dad, that later I translated into a monochromatic painting/sketch. Mom survived and is still with me, Dad however is gone – but his essence is captured in the painting. So creativity was a double blessing.

By: Gene Black

Gene Black — Fri, 06 Dec 2013 15:18:45 +0000

Thanks for the great interview with Desiree. I always enjoy the kindred spirit of other creative souls. Making things has always been a passion. And even if I don’t want to make them, I love knowing how they are made. Some things, I do only once and I am satisfied. Other creative things become passions.