Laughing Lizzie's

Colleen has been introducing people to the art of quilting for 30 years, Initially she enjoyed making and sharing baby quilts and gift quilts for family and friends which she made with fabrics left over from clothing construction for family members. Ruffles, ribbon dresses and western shirts can be spotted in her first quilts.

An artistic urge was soothed when she began putting fabrics together to create the patterns for her first quilts. A unique sense of fabric and color combinations have made her quilts memorable. In a busy life, the advent of rotary cutting and easy piecing techniques allowed construction of quilts for classes and family gifts. Basic construction tips and organization tips combine with a sense of humor for classes that are enjoyable for students.

Colleen has taught at numerous quilt shops and guilds in Oregon and Washington as well as at the Sisters Quilters Affair. She has been instrumental in organizing a quilt show for her home town of Pendleton, Oregon that is entering its 8th year of existence.

While living in various small communities in Oregon and Washington, her love of the outdoors and lifelong interest in horses provided inspiration and creative insights that continue to fuel her quilting and design work. The color and force of the natural world are often the driving forces behind choices reflected in her work.

Information on classes offered is available by contacting Colleen at the phone number or email provided.