Spring Knits & Blossoms

April 1, 2022.Reading time 4 minutes.

Hi friends– I am just now getting a moment to sit down and write to you– these last few weeks have been busy and intense, but I can see the light at the end of the tunnel! In February, I took a class with knit.club to make Selbu Mittens. I have always loved the look […]

New Painting: The Annunciation

March 23, 2022.Reading time 3 minutes.

Good morning!~ I have a new, just-off-the-painting-table piece to share with you! My latest rendition of “The Annunciation”. I’m happy too that I finished it just before the Feast of the Annunciation on the 25th as well. This painting came together very much as a meditation. When I first say down to paint it, the […]

Spring Simple Living Collection

March 19, 2022.Reading time 2 minutes.

I am so pleased to let you all know that the spring 2022 issue of The Simple Living Collection is now available, and I’m so pleased to be a part of it! The project I have contributed to this season’s collection is how to make a needle book out of scrap fabric. There are several […]

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!