Christen Brown has been creating with fibre and fabric since childhood. She studied fashion design in college and has been creating wearable art since 1986. Her ribbon work has been featured worldwide in galleries, fashion shows, and magazines such as Martha Stewart Weddings. Christen lives in California, USA. For more information visit www.christenbrown.com
If you're pondering your New Year's resolutions and would like to add skills to your crafty repertoire, look no further than Beyond Crazy Quilts, a comprehensive guide to using embroidery to add flair. Don't worry if you're new to embroidery, the book takes you through 155 stitches and traditional techniques, with 12 projects to test the waters, including a wall hanging, table runner and cushion.-- ""Today's Quilter Magazine""