I grew up in Niagara Falls on the Tuscarora Indian Nation. We were always taught to use our hands to make things and I have continued to do so. I have sold publishing rights to some of my work in the past. I have received ribbons for original designs in my afghans years ago before any like this was around :). I have had shops and been part of the farmers market in our town and sold my work there for years. I have my works in many corners of the wold. Its always been a good feeling to have someone enjoying them. Art like music is an a great gift to life.