Canvas Conversations: Kristi Schroeder Larson

Initial K Studio's Founder Kristi Schroeder Larson is rewriting the narrative. This Texas native has transformed classic quilting into a more accessible art, giving people the opportunity to find creative outlets in a world with often far too much screen time. Kristi left her corporate job to start Initial K Studio, delved into the world of quilting, authored a book called Southwest Modern, and hasn’t looked back. 

After the birth of her second child, Kristi found relief in the rhythmic nature of needlepoint, which she used as a more portable outlet while being a mom on the move. Her canvas designs stand out with their bold graphics and Southwestern flair.

Be sure to peruse Kristi's designs in my shop here, and you can follow her on Instagram here.

I sat down with Kristi and asked her 20 questions:

Favorite needlepoint project. I’ve loved working on my Flying Geese canvas in Coral. It was one of my first needlepoint designs based on the Flying Geese Quilt Block and I loved how it turned out. 

On your needlepoint Wishlist. Anchors & Hearts by Thorn Alexander – I’d stitch two canvases in different colorways and frame each one for my boys rooms (ages 20 months and 3 years old) and Crab Love Needlepoint Canvas by Ramsay Gourd.

Dream stitching spot. Stitching on the front porch overlooking the mountains in New Mexico. 

13 or 18 Mesh Canvas. 13 mesh all the way

Last book you read and liked. The Midnight Library by Matt Haig and Throne of Glass Series by Sara J Maas

Favorite flower. White Hydrangeas

Guilty pleasure. Drinking champagne while watching a movie after the boys go to bed. 

On your nightstand. The Splendid and the Vile book, my Kindle, a Baby Monitor, Melatonin, Bedside Lamp and water.

Currently listening to. Kasey Musgraves newest album and WSJ Podcast The Journal while running errands.

Currently watching. Money Heist and Lost in Space season three

If there were more hours in the day I would. I would either sleep in or go for a long walk in the neighborhood.

Favorite places to shop. Online: Nordstrom and Beauty Counter. In Person: Vintage Soul in Dripping Springs, TX 

Favorite Instagram follows. @lycettedesigns @smarthernews @jonesroadbeauty @vintagesoultx

Can’t leave the house without. My sunglasses

Coffee or tea. Coffee with a little cream and sugar

Favorite holiday to celebrate. Tie between Thanksgiving and Christmas. I just love the time spent with family, no matter the holiday.

Wardrobe staples. Black Leggings, Nikes and whatever shirt is clean in the closet

Creative inspiration. Art, Nature, Traveling, and Fashion

Best piece of advice. This is only a season – very appropriate when raising two young boys 21 months apart.

Favorite Color. Turquoise