Shirley has been sewing since childhood.  When her children were young, she sewed all of their clothes in addition to sewing wedding dresses, doll clothes, and consignments.  She has participated in numerous art shows featuring her work.  At this point in her sewing career, she is focusing on sewing table runners.  She hand-selects all of her fabrics to include a wide variety of colors and designs.  She features everyday use and holiday runners.