SJWHandmade

04/09/2026

Thank you for this incredible opportunity to display three of my paper garments in a six-month exhibition at the Madison Airport. ✈️

Back in 2017, the Read(y) to Wear Fashion Show was one of the first places where I experienced the beauty, creativity, and ingenuity of paper fashion. I never could have imagined how much it would shape the work I create today.

This event challenged me, connected me with inspiring creatives, and most importantly—it made me smile. 💛

I highly recommend attending or participating as an artist in a future show. There’s always something new, exciting, and completely unexpected—it’s never a dull moment.

Thank you, , for following your dreams and for your dedication to supporting literacy in Greater Madison and Sauk.

Until our paths cross again ✨

03/29/2026

I’m always tickled pink when a longtime friend (and my kayaking idol) stops by to say hello! 💛

This past Thursday, I attended “Express Yourself” Exhibition, where I had 8 of my upcycled avant-garde garments on display. It was incredible — so many people recognized my name tag, asked thoughtful questions, and some even wanted to purchase pieces! It felt so refreshing to talk about my own work and passions, especially when so much of my time is spent behind the scenes supporting artists, events, and organizations (which I truly love).

But wow… talking about my own work lit a spark again. ✨ It reminded me how much I love creating something tactile and wearable — so who knows, maybe the wheels are turning and a new collection is on the horizon…

Huge thank you to (for making the 3min trek from Wisconsin Rapids 😉), for being my navigator and joining me for the evening, and Olio for hosting such an inspiring exhibition.

I am truly grateful.

03/21/2026

It’s been a busy week for this biz! Thursday I made a special trip to Wisconsin Rapids. EIGHT of my Avant Garde Wearables will be displayed at for their exhibition Express Yourself. Opening reception is March 26th from 5:30-7:30! I’ll be there!

03/17/2026

is a big fan of my mittens! Nan ordered another batch of custom mittens made from a really cool patchwork scarf and I got them finished right before the March Snow Storm!

I’ll be joining Derek at his studio the last week in October for the in Jefferson!

12/23/2025

Huge thank-you to Nan for supporting my small business once again! 💛 She loved her mittens from last year and emailed me saying she needed more. We set up an appointment at our local coffee shop and got the job done! I know seven lucky people will be heading into 2026 with extra warm fingers. 🧤✨

For all you last-last-LAST minute Christmas shoppers 🎄 — I’ll be at today from 9–1 one final time! I just restocked my mittens, so if you need that special handmade gift, stop by and see what I have in stock (or text me!).

12/20/2025

Wisconsin Craft Pop-Up in Sauk City!

Three Wisconsin Craft members - , and .handmade — are teaming up for a festive pop-up at with our friends at ! We’ll be here Saturday & Sunday from 9–1 with upcycled jean jackets, mosaics, wool wearables, and botanical dyeing & stitching. One stop shop, all handmade, and your last chance to buy local for the holidays! 🎁

And today we’re extra excited to be hosting our Wisconsin Craft Member Meet & Greet Holiday Party — can’t wait to see our members and celebrate the season together! 🎉

12/20/2025

From one coffee shop to another! ☕✨

Huge thank-you to for an unexpectedly fruitful Friday. I’m so grateful to Elena for supporting micro businesses like mine and for creating such a welcoming space. And thank you to everyone who showed up and supported both of our businesses — it truly means the world.

And of course… I couldn’t let the last weekend before Christmas go unfilled. 🎄🎉 I’m teaming up with my bestie Kipp Inglis of at her studio in Sauk City! We’ve wrangled a few more artists — and — and we can’t forget and , who also have amazing gift-worthy goodies.

🛍️ Saturday & Sunday | 9–1 PM
Come shop local, sip something warm, and finish your Christmas shopping with us!

12/14/2025

Happy to be poppin’ into Sauk City with A Botanical Dyery! We will be at Kipp’s Studio Saturday and Sunday from 9-1 both days.

What’s next, Kipp? Maybe something different…might be ready in time for the Studio pop-up with Friends (as in Sarah of SJWHandmade) this Saturday and Sunday, the 20th and 21st at 707 Water Street inside Ranch and Root Sauk!

Keep stitching!!

12/13/2025

Found another cutie in Baraboo at the The Very Merry Holiday Fair!

I’ll be hanging with A Botanical Dyery next week Saturday and Sunday at Ranch and Root in Sauk City!