Deb Strain and her husband Scott, live in the small village of Yellow Springs, Ohio. She has been a licensed artist for over 28 years. Their beloved Saltbox home is filled with laughter, creativity and love. It is in the peaceful woods surrounding their home where Deb finds her inspiration. Drawing on memories of growing up in Ohio and times spent with family and friends, she seeks to convey a kinder, gentler way of life.
"Art is my passion, but my "real-life" love is my family,” explains Deb. "My two daughters are both artists and my husband and son are our biggest supporters. We are very fortunate to share such a wonderfully bonding interest." Deb feels continually blessed by her family's closeness and being able to follow her dream to create art and share it with others.
Initially a public school art teacher for nine years, Deb left teaching in 1994 to devote herself to her family and the development of her own art.
Her husband, three children and four grandchildren are her pride and joy! Hand drawing and hand painting all of her work, Deb has created thousands of paintings in her career. She loves working with different colors and patterns, the more the better. Deb’s artwork has been sold around the world on greeting cards, calendars, books, garden flags, figurines, prints and many other products. Her inspiration most often comes from nature and the peaceful beauty found there.
Inspired by nature, her workshop, “Bees and Lavender” is a hands-on beginner embroidery class. For 3 hours, the workshop attendees will stitch alongside Deb, learn practical techniques and enjoy personal guidance in a relaxed, creative setting.
Attendees will learn to use 4 basic embroidery stitches that will create a lovely bee and lavender design. All attendees will receive a kit that will include:
A detailed printed instruction booklet
Embroidery design transfer paper
Linen fabric
Embroidery floss
Needle
5” hoop that can be used to also display the completed embroidery project
The only supply the attendees will need to bring is a pair of scissors.
This special class is a wonderful opportunity to learn directly from Deb while creating something meaningful with your own hands. With the required kit, you can simply come, stitch, and enjoy!
The cost of the workshop is $55 plus there is a $20/person workshop kit fee. Workshop fees are non-refundable.