Who is Debby Schnabel?

Debby Schnabel worked in various types of fiber arts her whole life–from spinning and knitting, through cross stitch and needlepoint, quilting and occasionally rug hooking. Beautiful colors were her biggest influence, and she loved the different textures that handwork could create. Embroidered quilting had become an important part of her work.

After a successful and fulfilling career as a Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse, she retired to work full-time as a studio quilt artist in her cabin in the Sierra Foothills.

Her faith in God was an integral part of her life, and she loved to incorporate the beautiful words of scripture into her artwork. “I am never quite as happy as when I am working with color, and never quite as content as when I am stitching the words into the quilts.”

Sadly, Debby lost her battle with Alzheimer's in December 2022.