Myra Wood is an internationally known fiber & bead artist and designer. She teaches a wide range of classes in beading, embroidery, crochet and knitting, specializing in all things freeform. She's been a guest instructor on eight episodes of Knitty Gritty and Uncommon Threads for the DIY & HGTV networks along with publishing a number of jewelry and wearables patterns in a wide range of books and magazines. Myra has been crocheting, sewing and crafting since she was young and enjoys any opportunity to inspire others creatively. She is also the moderator for the International Freeform Guild with over 1500 members worldwide and coordinator for their annual national shows.

Myra studied fine art painting and drawing at The PA Academy of the Fine Arts and The Philadelphia College of Art. She's enjoyed a long career in commercial art and now lives in Los Angeles with her husband and 2 dogs.

Her husband, Page is also an artist and for much of their careers, together they've created finished art for the movie industry. More of their work can be seen at: Woodworksart.com