Cheeky biography

		Age:		Generation X'er
		Current Residence:		Truro, Nova Scotia
		Married:		I have one husband.
		Children:		Two: our daughter’s name means “LIFE” and our son’s name means “PEACE” and so we have a peaceful life.
		Highest level of education:		BSc Honour’s in Chemistry from Carleton University in Ottawa
		Why Chemistry?		My chemistry professor in 2nd year said I had potential, but in 4th year he asked “what happened to you?”
		Present Occupation:		Hooker.
		Pardon Me?		Oh... I mean RUG hooker!
		Why Rug Hooking?		In the 70’s, I had a very close encounter with burlap (the backing I use). I wore a cave woman costume made out of burlap for a figure skating show. It must have had a profound affect on me.
		But seriously, why rug hooking?		About 10 years ago, I went to a rug hooking exhibit and I just knew I wanted to make rugs. I didn’t really like the patterns I could buy; so I designed my own. I have to hook; I get cranky if I don’t.
		Why do you use recycled wool?		Because a pair of wool pants from Frenchies has more personality to it than new wool from a bolt.
		Why do you use recycled sari ribbon?		To support a women’s collective in Nepal.
		Favourite quote		“Art is what I like.” (author unknown to me)
		Where do you hook?		In the toyroom/studio. When a potential buyer comes over, I quickly stash the toys in the closet and put on some funky clothes so I look like an artist.
		What do you hope to accomplish with your art?		World Peace.

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