I’m not stepping away from teaching—I’m stepping into it more intentionally. Here’s what that means for my classes, my students, and what’s coming next.

Showing up isn’t always about perfect moments—it’s about stepping into what matters. A look into teaching, creative momentum, and preparing for the next chapter.

Before even knowing which award she received, fiber artist Deb Deaton reflects on the journey of creating, releasing, and trusting the process as she heads to the AQG State Quilt Show.

Perfection isn’t the goal in art — texture, exploration, and a little creative chaos are where the magic happens. In a recent Formable Art class, Deb Deaton’s students discovered how unexpected stitches and thread art transformed their fiber art vessels into something truly unique.

Even after years of success, fear and self-doubt can still show up. In this personal reflection, fiber artist Deb Deaton shares what it feels like to stand at the edge of the next chapter and choose courage anyway.

Artists and creative teachers give far more than the hours listed on a schedule. In this personal reflection, I share why protecting your time isn’t selfish — it’s essential.

Sometimes the most powerful thing you can do creatively is simply show up. Here’s what one unforgettable class reminded me.

A student recently asked me a question that stopped me in my tracks: “Who is the person behind the artist?” It made me smile — and it made me pause. Because while I often share my artwork, my classes, and what I’m creating in the studio, I don’t always talk about the deeper story behind it all. So today, I want to share a little more of me. Whispers from the Canyon - mixed media fiber art inspired by the Arizona Desert by Deb Deaton Learning to Prove I Was Worthy I didn’t gro

A reflection on becoming the student again, embracing intuitive creativity, and creating art without rules across mediums.

When the world feels unsettled, creativity can become a place to breathe, reflect, and reconnect. This post explores how making art helps us stay grounded, compassionate, and connected during uncertain times.

I was sitting in my studio today, doing something we don’t do often enough. Nothing. No stitching. No fixing. No pushing forward. Just breathing. In front of me was a piece in progress—layers of fabric forming canyon walls, carved and stacked like time itself. Part of it complete. Part of it still only lines and possibility. As I took it in, my mind wandered to a question that tends to arrive only when things finally go quiet: What is the meaning of life? Not in a heavy, phil

If you’ve ever looked at your overflowing calendar and thought, “How am I supposed to be creative with all THIS going on?” …ohhhhh, trust me — I’m right there with you! Between teaching classes back to back, from Tucson to Sun City West, prepping for a private group workshop, creating art for galleries, and managing life’s curveballs — whew! It’s a full, beautiful, wild ride. But here’s something I’ve learned: “If you feel overwhelmed, you’re in good company — keep going.”  �

Discover the deeper stories behind the animals, colors, and symbols that show up in your artwork. Archetypes guide our creativity — and once we understand them, we unlock a whole new connection to our art.

NO RULES, JUST ART — that’s the heart of everything I create and everything I teach. Thread painting is one of those techniques that truly embodies that philosophy. It’s playful, expressive, a little wild, and incredibly rewarding. And I can’t wait to share it with you. If you’ve followed me for a while, you already know that thread painting is how I bring fabric to life. It’s where quilting meets art, where color meets texture, and where your creative voice gets to shine

Who knew something as simple as cheesecloth could create such magic? 🧵 In this blog, I’ll show you how to turn your favorite photos into textured, dimensional art quilts using nothing but cheesecloth, paint, and imagination. Get ready to fall in love with the process — and join me for my upcoming Cheesecloth Art class!

As an artist, I understand how frustrating it can be to hit a creative wall. Those times when inspiration seems to vanish can be...