Lilly-Anne Wilder learned to sew from her mother when she was a young
girl. As a teenager, she applied the concepts of sewing to create and
sell beadwork for spending money. She always loved new experiences and
the chance to learn new skills, which her life experiences reflect.
Lilly-Anne explored a number of fields during her college years; interior
design, art, engineering and drafting. Finally, she settled on a double
degree in Advertising and Philosophy at the University of Washington.
Though she worked in marketing and advertising for many years she continued
to produce artwork as a hobby. She experimented in a multitude of art
media including, paint, paper, fiber, fabric, beads, clay, wood and stone.
Her interests in other cultures and her fascination with beads led her
to incorporate cultural beading and embroidery styles into her art.
In 2001, Lilly-Anne jumped at an opportunity to make her vacation home
in Leavenworth, Washington a year-round living experience. The move gave
her the opportunity to change directions in her career, making her hobby
her work. She went full circle with her career, once again creating and
selling beadwork.
"Commissioned orders are welcome. I can email you bead and fabric samples
for your choice once I know more about what interests you."