From the very beginning PRK Designs has been a work-in-progress... as it will forever remain. With a degree in Interior Architecture, I began working with residential clients 14 years ago which was some of the most challenging work (on many levels) that I have ever done!  As much as I loved the design process, the area that most frustrated me was entrusting my designs to others for execution. Too frequently I was disappointed in, and forced to accept, the result of a particular aspect of a project due to the manner in which it was executed. I found myself seeking other creative endeavors "on the side" to fulfill my increasing desire for a totally "hands on" creative experience in which I could control every aspect of actualization.

I learned to sew as a child from my Mother and, as a result, have been around yardage stores and fabrics since I can remember. My mother made my clothes until I was old enough to start making my own... a skill that has served me well. In my twenties, I was married to a dental student and lived in Chicago and, when I was not working, I sewed. At the time, already well-versed in embroidery and crochet, I decided to learn to knit... the next logical step (to me).

With the rigors of life and the onset of motherhood, I continued to sew while everything else was put on hold. Years later, my sister and I started a retail business in table linens and, after realizing that I was creatively unfulfilled, decided to go back to school. Five years later with a degree in Interior Design, I was ready to take on any design challenge while still not realizing that creating with my own hands was to be my true destiny.

Three years ago I returned to knitting and realized that many of the principles I learned in design school directly translated to this rekindled pursuit. Now, I couldn't be happier utilizing my design education in concert with my intuitive/creative side to produce beautiful art... with my own hands!

Although, at present, my lines (Collections) are all about beautiful art to wear, I have been formulating many exciting ideas for pieces in the home decor area. In this endeavor, I look forward to challenging myself with new techniques, incorporating different and innovative yarn and fabric, and continuing my exploration of color, texture, and form to create art that may grace the body... AND the home!