Pat Riesenburger

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Country: USA

Design/Expertise-related information

What technique(s) are you particularly focusing on?
Feltmaking, embroidery

Since when have you already been holding workshops?
2001

What fascinates you about using SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS?
I use SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS in all of my felt and fiber creations. There is something magical about the marriage of fiber and crystal --- the warmth of the textile and the sparkle of the crystal make for a lovely juxtaposition of textures!

What is your favorite SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS color?
Just one? Impossible! Olivine and Fireopal Satin are tied for number one.

What is your favorite SWAROVSKI ELEMENT?
Easy - SWAROVSKI Crystal Yarn!

What is your favorite design you have ever created with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS?
I love 'em all! The flavor of the moment centers upon a line of nuno felted cuff bracelets made with hand dyed velvet and loads and loads of SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS sparkle.

Personal information

What are your hobbies?
Feltmaking, jewelry design, gardening, crocheting, knitting, cooking, raising chickens

How would you describe yourself in three words?
Creative, tenacious, content

What would you definitely take with you on a lonely island?
My bead stash, my fiber stash, and sunscreen..... OH! and my husband....and my dogs

What is the first thing at the day you usually do?
Read my email while the coffee is brewing

What is your motto of life?
Be good, even when it is hard.