Hi, I’m Christine - the heart and hands behind Early Bird Makery. I grew up in the Seattle area and now live in Utah, where I share my space (and often my fabric) with two beloved cats and more houseplants than I’ll ever admit to owning. My life these days is equal parts cozy chaos and quiet creativity, and I wouldn’t have it any other way.

I made my very first quilt when I was eighteen years old, armed with nothing but determination and the limited corner of the internet that existed twenty-plus years ago. My grandmother was a master quilter who could stitch love into every seam. Her work inspired me deeply, and even though my first quilt was far from perfect, it sparked something that has stayed with me ever since.

Quilting became even more meaningful after chronic illness changed my life’s direction. When my health ended my ten-year career as a family medicine PA and took away hobbies I adored - like playing my bassoon in community orchestras - I had to completely redefine my goals and sense of purpose. The sewing room became my refuge. Even though my body doesn’t always cooperate with long hours at the machine, the process of creating something beautiful from scraps continues to ground and heal me in ways nothing else can.

These days, I think of my personal mission as creating and curating beauty within my own little sphere - and offering encouragement wherever I can. Whether that means designing fun quilt patterns that help beginners feel confident, building community among other disabled makers, or simply cheering on a stranger on social media, I find deep joy in helping others feel seen and supported. Early Bird Makery is my way of sharing that joy: a cozy corner of the internet filled with color, creativity, and connection.