Meet Sharon Chandler Correnty

We recently connected with Sharon Chandler Correnty and have shared our conversation below.

Sharon, so excited to have you with us today. So much we can chat about, but one of the questions we are most interested in is how you have managed to keep your creativity alive.

I am constantly seeking inspiration by learning. When I sign up to take a workshop to learn a new technique or skill it is always after the workshop is over when I create some of my best work. I think being a student keeps you humble and open to receive good energy

Thanks for sharing that. So, before we get any further into our conversation, can you tell our readers a bit about yourself and what you’re working on?

I am a retired public school art teacher that has had a lifetime courtship with textiles.
When I retired I started my company I call Marigold. I selected the name marigold because I stepped into the rabbit hole of natural dyeing and believe the color yellow allows us to smile.
I am drawn to easy care beautiful textiles that I like to improv quilt into yardage that I freestyle cut and stitch into a garment,
I also offer workshops in my studio/ retail space
Right now I am living in Portland Maine and helping my daughter And son in law/ Rachel and Ryan Adams with a three month pop up shop that is right in the heart of downtown Portland. This opportunity was too good to pass up so I closed my Groton studio for the three months and I will reopen in September!
Not only have I been truly inspired by my children and how their unique product design has mass appeal/I have also met customers from all over the world. When customers learn that I have hand stitched every piece it makes each piece more special and more personal. What I enjoy is sharing that spark of joy when the clothing is what I call a WOW moment! It is just the best!
When I return to my home in Massachusetts I will be offering free demonstrations on the process of using natural dyes. This is a great way put on my teacher hat and share how cloth can be transformed by color. That top with a stain you might gift goodwill can be saved by placing in a natural dye bath and you will realize how clothing can be rescued!

Looking back, what do you think were the three qualities, skills, or areas of knowledge that were most impactful in your journey? What advice do you have for folks who are early in their journey in terms of how they can best develop or improve on these?

Years teaching/ understanding that you learn by listening

Discipline/working daily at skill development

Taking workshops from others

What was the most impactful thing your parents did for you?

Said YES to being an art major back in 1975

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