I grew up in a creative family and have always been exposed to art and design.  This is probably what led me to pursue a college career in Textile and Apparel Design at UW-Madison.  I went on to study at the Fashion Institute of Technology for Surface Design.  I returned from New York to WI where I was hired at Lands' End as a Textile Development Assistant.  It was here where I gained knowledge of product development and worked closely with designers, sourcing, merchants, as well as factories overseas. 

My next step was at Sears Holdings Corporation in Chicago, where I made my debut as a designer for Home Fashions.  I developed products for modern, casual, and seasonal brands as well as Ty Pennington's licensed brand.  I expanded my skills to include tabletop, home decor, and linens.

I furthered my textile design career at Nostalgia Home Fashions.  As working partners with major retailers, I designed products for Dillards, JcPenney, Ralph Lauren, and Bed Bath and Beyond to name a few.  I facilitated all aspects of the design process including researching trends, designing prints, creating color palettes, and working directly with factories to produce product. 

Currently, I co-own and operate Dodge Station Pottery, an artisan dinnerware company.  Here, we design and produce handmade, sustainable dinnerware and home decor that's intended for a lifetime of enjoyment.  Soon, we will introduce linens and printed wears into our collection.