I am a mother of one son and 12 exchange students from all over the world for the past 10 years, I studied fine art, graphic design and photography at Fullerton College and the Colorado Institute of Art. I have worked as a fabric designer in Los Angeles, and had my own graphic design and photography business for many years. I now work in cultural exchange. My 18 year old son has just started college at the Fashion Institute of Design and Merch. and it has definitely inspired me. I love art, painting, collage, block carving, crafting, cooking and throwing a great party!! I do not know how to knit, crochet or quilt at all and would love to learn!! I know only the very basics of sewing. I am hoping this site and classes will bring me more inspiration.