In addition to her technical expertise, Nancy is a gifted children’s author who brings heart and curiosity to every page. Her literary journey began as a single mother, creating custom characters to entertain her two sons a tradition of love that evolved into her published works today. She is the creator of the charming world of Puttersville, a vibrant community of personified vehicles where young readers can learn and grow alongside characters like the hardworking Gary the Garbage Truck and the adventurous Rodney the Race Car. Her storytelling also explores the wonders of the natural world in the seasonal mystery Who Stole Summer? and the heartwarming holiday tale The Forest Christmas.

Whether she is sharing expert tips for rotary cutter accuracy or weaving a new story for the next generation, Nancy’s work is characterized by warmth, precision, and a deep-seated belief in the joy of finishing what you start. Today, Nancy continues to write and sew from her creative sanctuary, almost always accompanied by her faithful “sewing buddy” and official quilt-approver, Chowder the quilt cat.