Custom House Portrait: The Wells Farmhouse

September 29, 2016.Reading time 1 minute.

I’ve always loved a good commissioned portrait— and I am enjoying this new foray into a different version— antique home portraits! This house portrait is of the sweet “Wells Farmhouse”, nestled in historic Setauket, Long Island. This beautiful cape was recently purchased by Erin at Bygone Living and I am thrilled to think that […]

House Portrait: A Little Red Cape

August 20, 2015.Reading time 2 minutes.

Usually when I’m asked to paint a portrait— its of people! For this project, however, I had the pleasure of creating a portrait of a house for my friend Erin. Erin is a lover of history and all things ‘old timey’ and has just revamped her blog as Bygone Living. The house that […]

Exciting News!

April 8, 2015.Reading time 2 minutes.

So I’ve got some exciting news! For the past few weeks I’ve been working on a special project for Georgia based rug manufacturer American Dakota. They’ve asked me to create some painting designs that can be turned into rugs! I can’t wait to see how they turn out in fiber form! […]

Welcome!

Welcome to Sleightholm Folk Art! I am Heather Sleightholm, a lover of the sacred and homespun, good books & gardening. I am a folk art painter and cross stitch designer inspired by all things cozy and handmade.

On this site I will share what I’m making and what’s inspiring me, my favorite books and notes from the garden. I also love to share my travels to some of my favorite historical sites. I’m so glad you’ve decided to come by for a visit, thanks for spending some time here with me!