I'm a textile sculptor (www.madmegh.com) and ikebana, Japanese flower arranging instructor. I'm a decent cook and I'm always on the look out for the next interesting cook book. Wanting to cook Japanese food and make ikebana arrangements lead me to becoming a Master Gardener. Though some days it feels like I kill more plants than I save. I have a husband and young daughter and we live your typical suburban life.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Usually I'm dropping artwork off somewhere or going to an artist residency.

Interests

• cooking
• gardening
• reading
• art history
• art
• foodie

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: Primus, Talking Heads, Kings of Leon, Killers, Modest Mouse, Yeah Yeah Yeahs,

Movies: Art flick type things, Korean soaps, Cooking shows - though I don't really have time to watch anything anymore

Books: I'm usually reading art or plant books with a few history and romance thrown in. Though I'm seriously diggin on Katherine Ardin's Bear and Nightingale series right now.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Been licked on the face by a wolf. Apparently this is a rare and honorable thing for a wolf to do.

Teach, Learn, Share

I know a lot about textile and fiber processes. Quilting, spinning, knitting, sewing, felting, dying.
I know a little bit about how to take care of gardens and house plants. But the most important thing is I can tell you where to look for help!

What I Can Share with Hosts

Good conversation and I can cook food.

Countries I’ve Visited

France, Germany, Japan

Countries I’ve Lived In

Japan