November Remembrance

November 9, 2022.Reading time 6 minutes.

Not long ago, I was walking in the light rain of a most beautiful autumn day….through a very old cemetery….with one of my very best friends. Is that not something everyone does? 😉 Well, it seems to be for me! It seems I cant go anywhere interesting without traipsing through a cemetery, and when I […]

Christmas in July Sale!

July 18, 2022.Reading time 1 minute.

Hi friends— Oh goodness, it is HOT outside! My go-to way of coping when the temperatures reach triple digits with no end in sight- is to focus on CHRISTMAS! Christmas art, Christmas movies, Christmas carols! And of course- my annual Christmas in July Etsy Shop Sale! Today through Sunday July 25 you can find over […]

Midsummer In Lindsborg!

June 21, 2022.Reading time 8 minutes.

Glad Midsommar! And happy Summer Solstice~ I hope you are doing well! I wanted to share with you some photos of a little Midsummer adventure we had recently to Lindsborg, Kansas, where we celebrated Midsommer Swedish style…. You may have heard of dala horses, but have you ever seen dala chickens? While we were in […]

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!