Mary Hirsch-Jones

A Daily Dose of Creativity

<p>From the earliest time that I can remember, I used my hands to create things. I come from a very creative family where my mother painted and sewed not only her own clothing but she made back-to-school and holiday clothing for us five kids, too! My dad roamed the beach every day to collect shells and made some very interesting ornaments. My oldest sister is a prize-winning quilter and has had her pieces in some pretty high-level venues. My other sister is a great photographer. My brother is a furniture builder and helped my dad and brother-in-law build a home in West Virginia.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>With all of the daily doses of creativity, who wouldn't be inspired to jump on board and be part of the action? I always loved to draw and then paint. As I grew older, the responsibilities of work and family were my priority and the "creative" part of me had to lie dormant for some time until...my daughter began to attend a Waldorf school!</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>The rich colors, natural materials, organic environment appealed to my senses and I wanted to re-create it in my own home. I learned how to lazure, a method of painting that involves applying layers and layers of tinted beeswax glaze to create depth and a richness that you find in nature. I learned to make dolls and later, felt.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>My daughter is now almost 16 and I've honed my skills and added lots more to my repertoire. I still make dolls and wall hangings, but I also find old pieces of furniture that I carefully take apart and re-assemble using only eco-friendly materials. I love how something that's been discarded and thrown away can be made into something lively, healthy, and fresh!</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>So, combining all of the things that I love, I've created "Mimi's Designs." You might be wondering, Mimi? Why that name? In my teens, my cousin's daughter called me Mimi and it stuck. I really loved it but somewhere along the way it got dropped and I went from Janie to Mimi to Mary. I really feel that Mimi fits me and I've decided to take it back!</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Some of my creations can be found on my Etsy store and at the Kimberton Waldorf School's store. I attend craft fairs and I've been accepted into several juried shows. One day...who knows what's possible? Live in a straw bale home made with my own hands on the top of a mountain somewhere? Why not?!</p>

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