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About the Designer

Joyce grew up in the heart of the Wind River Valley in Riverton, Wyoming, home of the Wind River Indian Reservation. A self-taught quilter, most of her early quilting was done by hand. Her Native American and Western influences are obvious in her earthy patterns where she boldly blends colors, shapes and ideas into her unique, and somewhat contemporary designs. 

Her hobbies include riding bikes, travel, music, taekwondo, coffee and quiet times with friends. Her personal goal is to live a life of integrity, continually working to positively influence those around her, whether by laughter, listening, sharing, friendship or designing quilts. She continually strives to be a representative of Christ, to be a reflection of her maker despite her humanness.

Joyce has completed her Master's Degree from Regis University where she studied communication and adult education from an aspect of spirituality. Her undergraduate degree is in Social Work, where she spent 12 years as a School Social Worker.

Joyce gives all the credit for her talents to God. He is her "Red Leaf", bringing new life throughout the seasons. She calls Wyoming her home and shares her busy life with her new husband, two boys and many special friends. Their encouragement, excitement, support and prayers are like a breath of fresh air, and are a cornerstone to her personal development.

Points To Ponder

God will be present, whether asked or not.
---Latin proverb---

If you have love you will do all things well.
---Thomas Merton---

It is not because things are difficult that we do not dare; it is because we do not dare that they are difficult. ---Seneca---

We are blind until we see that in the human plan nothing is worth the making if it does not make the man.
---Edwin Markham---

Keep thy heart in all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life
---Proverbs. 4:23 ---