I am not a quilter, but an Airedale lover. A friend gave us our first Airedale 40 years ago and I’ve been smitten with them since then. 18 years ago I stumbled upon Airedale rescue (ATRA) and it changed our lives dramatically. One huge part of being involved in Airedale Rescue has been the caring people I’ve met and the varied opportunities presented to be able to support Rescue throughout the world. The Quilting Bee is one of those rare groups that allow me to use my art talents and give back to Rescue in a big way.

We have had 9 Airedales live with us in the last 18 years and fostered several. In addition to Toby, a seven-year-old Airedale, we have two WFT’s, Buddy and Lucy. We also have adopted a cat after losing our old, 23 year old Chloe. Bob, our cat looks like a WFT in his coloring and – he acts like one!! He certainly rules the roost, but all 4 “kids” get along great.

By trade I am a graphic artist and my dessert in life is painting in oils (www.pattyeisenbraun.com) and now illustrating children’s books (www.thesmallsports.com).

Being involved with the Quilting Bee doing art is something I just can’t say no to! Watching each quilt go from discussion to the finished stage is an amazing process to be part of. The talent and heart of the Quilters is amazing.