About Artistree

The Story of Artistree
. . . in a thimble!

Artistree "stitches" its beginning to an adventure in sewing I had in 1985 when I took a "Make A Quilt In A Day" class. Who would have imagined a day of fun would turn into a soon to be twenty year endeavor of love and fulfillment! I enjoyed quilting so much, I began creating Tree Skirts for wedding gifts. Each gift was a labor of love. The skirts were met with overwhelming joy! Soon, I was encouraged to start a business. A special friend had a tremendous influence on my decision. She started selling my tree skirts in her exceptional gift shop, "Molly B's". Before I knew it, in the year 1990, Artistree became a reality.

The name Art-is-tree emerged as I was wondering how to describe what I do. I feel every Christmas Tree deserves a work of Art to circle the base of its welcoming branches and laughing lights! Also, every Christmas tree is nature's work of art, lovingly and uniquely created every year! My business name naturally evolved, Art -Is - Tree, Artistree!

I have adapted the "Log Cabin" design into more elegant patterns for my tree skirts. I've been told my ability to choose complementary fabrics and patterns makes each skirt come to life. I take pride in the quality of workmanship that goes into each piece! Soon, requests for my Tree Skirts led to complementary accessories such as Table Runners, Table Linens, Stockings, Place Mat and Napkin Sets, Door Hangings, Lap Throws, Baby Blankets, Neck Scarves, Aprons and yes, even Quilts. All are handmade. All are unique. Each piece a work of art anyone would be proud to give, delighted to receive or to treasure for oneself!

I still do all of my own work including: choosing the fabrics, designing patterns, cutting, piecing, quilting, applique and finish work. I make each item with joy and care and the same excellent quality of workmanship. My items are currently being sold in the finest gift shops in Grand Junction, Palisade, Walden, Crested Butte and Gunnison, Colorado. I even have a client in Bethesda, Maryland for whom I do custom pieces! You can also see and purchase my pieces at craft shows on the Western Slope of Colorado.

One of my customers tells me she still looks forward every Christmas to seeing the unique piece she gave her mother several years ago. She says it is striking and the crowning touch to the family Christmas tree that will become an heirloom, loved and cherished for generations. She cannot wait to give her children their own Artistree Tree Skirts, stockings and accessories when they establish homes of their own.

Thank you for browsing through my website. I look forward to the pleasure of helping you with a special piece for giving or for keeping!