Our Story
Preserving Jane Aurich’s Legacy
Jane Aurich Designs has been creating hand-painted needlepoint canvases since 1977. Over the course of four decades, Jane Aurich created hundreds of original designs that have become treasured projects for stitchers and collectors around the world.
As Jane’s daughter, I had the privilege of working alongside her for many years, from overseeing canvas reproduction to representing Jane Aurich Designs at trade shows across the country. Those experiences gave me a firsthand appreciation for the artistry, craftsmanship, and attention to detail behind every design.
Today, I am honored to continue that tradition by hand-painting each canvas from Jane’s original artwork. Every canvas is individually painted, preserving the soft shading, rich color, and timeless style that have defined Jane Aurich Designs for generations.
Whether you are discovering Jane Aurich Designs for the first time or adding another canvas to your collection, I hope each piece brings you the same joy that inspired its creation.
From Original Artwork to Heirloom Canvas
The Art Behind Every Canvas
Every Jane Aurich Designs canvas begins with one of Jane’s original illustrations. In my Colorado studio, each design is carefully prepared, individually painted, and thoughtfully finished to preserve the depth, detail, and artistry that have defined her work for generations.
From beloved Christmas classics to florals, wildlife, and landscapes, every canvas reflects a commitment to quality and craftsmanship. My hope is that each one becomes more than a stitching project—it becomes a cherished heirloom to enjoy and share for years to come.
Our Story
The World Was Her Studio
For Jane Aurich, inspiration was never confined to four walls. The world was her studio. Whether walking through a garden, exploring the mountains, celebrating the holidays, or simply noticing the beauty in everyday life, she was always searching for her next subject. Rarely without a camera, Jane photographed flowers, wildlife, landscapes, and family moments, carefully studying every detail before bringing them to life in paint.
Back in her studio, those photographs became the foundation of each new design. She often brought fresh flowers and natural objects into her studio, observing their color, texture, light, and shadow until she felt she truly understood them. Only then would she begin transforming those observations into the original artwork that became her hand-painted needlepoint designs.
That artistic way of seeing the world shaped my childhood. I grew up beside my mother as she chased inspiration, photographed her subjects, and filled our lives with creativity. What once felt like ordinary family adventures became the foundation of everything I know about art, design, and the careful observation that makes every Jane Aurich canvas unique.
Today, I continue that journey by hand-painting each canvas from my mother’s original artwork, preserving the artistry, craftsmanship, and creative spirit that have defined Jane Aurich Designs since 1977. Every canvas is my way of honoring the remarkable artist who taught me to see the world a little differently.