Hello, my name is Shirley L. Hays.
I live in Pensacola, Florida with my dog, Zeke, and Brack, my wonderful husband of 15 years..
I am a self-taught artist. For large pieces, my favorite medium is oil paint. When painting small, even tiny pieces, of art I use acrylic paint. Then there is the fun and never boring mixed media and collage art.
One of my favorite things to work with is fabrics and fibers. It’s pure enjoyment to make beautiful things to use and live with everyday. I make quilts, tat, knit, and crochet. I have been tatting for 23 years. After learning to make the basic knot, the rest was self taught. Currently I am learning to spin and to make puncetto lace.
My interests and talents are definitely eclectic. You just never know what I might try or make next.
Contact me at shadetreeart.com@gmail.com
Also you can find me at the following sites:
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Tatting Community.
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