We’re excited to introduce you to the always interesting and insightful Sedona Rigsby. We hope you’ll enjoy our conversation with Sedona below.

Sedona, thanks for joining us, excited to have you contributing your stories and insights. What was the most important lesson/experience you had in a job that has helped you in your creative career?

Belonging is a choice. Although I grew up in an artistic environment, I spent much of my 20s working in a technology agency, balancing creative work within corporate structures. Early on, I felt like an outsider, unsure how to fit in with the more technical and analytical people around me.

But over time, I realized something crucial: belonging is a choice you make.

I could choose to bring my unique perspective to the table and recognize my differences as strengths. Once I told myself, “I belong here,” everything shifted. My skills became assets, and I was able to fully engage in my work without the feeling of isolation.

Now as a weaver, that technical experience not only belongs but has become integral to my craft. I don’t see my transition into weaving as a departure but as an extension of what I learned in tech. It has made me braver, bolder, and more aligned to my creative calling.

As always, we appreciate you sharing your insights and we’ve got a few more questions for you, but before we get to all of that can you take a minute to introduce yourself and give our readers some of your back background and context?

I’m Sedona Rigsby, a weaver, designer, and craftswoman based in Santa Fe. My weaving journey began three years ago. At first, I hesitated to start weaving, thinking I’d wait until later in life (surrounded by many cats) but my partner encouraged me to begin sooner.

What started as a curiosity quickly revealed itself as my life calling. It immediately “clicked” for me. I began weaving with a simple frame loom, then moved to a rigid heddle, and within three months, I had traveled to Guatemala, where I learned about backstrap weaving. That trip opened the door to collaborations with Kakaw Designs and helped me dive deeper into the world of textiles and travel.

Today, I weave garments and wearables from my studio in Santa Fe, infusing each piece with love and veneration. Teaching weaving has become another passion of mine, as I love sharing the meditative, healing nature of this ancient craft.

What sets me apart is my commitment to the idea of craft as a sacred practice. I don’t view myself as a fiber artist or fashion designer; I consider myself a craftswoman dedicated to honoring the lineage. My work is rooted in the belief that weaving is not just a skill but an ancient technology that connects us to our ancestors and the natural world.

Is there mission driving your creative journey?

I want people to build deeper relationships with the physical things in their lives. Everyone wears clothing, and fabric is one of the most common materials on earth. However, you can’t fully understand how important, labor-intensive, and magical fabric truly is until you start to consider what it takes to make it.

I hope my work reshapes the perception of fabric itself, as something precious and sacred. And when one of my pieces finds its person, I wish it transforms them; that they wear it and feel empowered, whole, and deeply connected to the earth and a long, living tradition.

Is there something you think non-creatives will struggle to understand about your journey as a creative?

I think non-creatives might struggle to see how technical the creative process can be. It’s a misconception that creativity and technology are opposites. In my work as a weaver, I’m constantly using engineering principles, mathematics, mechanics and biomechanics. Every decision I make, whether it’s selecting yarn or designing a pattern, requires problem-solving.

We often focus too much on labels like “creative” or “analytical,” when in reality, all of us use both mindsets. For those who don’t view themselves as creative, I’d encourage them to see creativity as a process of solving problems, whether it’s in art, design, or any other field. You never know where the things you are reluctant to try can lead you!

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.sedonarigsby.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/s.rigs/