Hi, I am Christie Lower


I’ve been living and breathing creativity for the past 10 years—but it was about 8 years ago that I really decided to take it seriously and turn my passion into something bigger.

My journey into the creative industry has taken many shapes: I’ve sold on Etsy, built a following on social media, run my own art-focused website, and now, I run Rustic Fiber Academy, a thriving online school where I teach the fiber arts I love.

But what most people don’t see is the behind-the-scenes growth that got me here—figuring out how to sell online without burning out, learning basic coding when I needed to, trying every platform under the sun, and discovering how to use the internet in a way that actually made life simpler, not harder.

That’s exactly why I created Art to Income—to share everything I’ve learned with other artists and makers who are ready to grow without the overwhelm. I’m here to walk with you every step of the way, because I know what it feels like to start from scratch and figure it out one piece at a time.

Whether you’re a fiber artist, painter, or maker of any kind—I’m so glad you’re here.

A Little More About Me

Christie Lower

I live in a tiny, remote town called Halfway, Oregon, tucked between the Snake River and the breathtaking Wallowa Mountains. It’s wild, beautiful, and surrounded by nature—and I wouldn’t have it any other way. I live here with my husband and our son, and we spend as much time as we can outside: rafting, hiking, gardening, and mushroom foraging when the season is right.

Creativity has always been my anchor, but needle felting is where I found my rhythm, my healing, and my passion. It’s meditative, expressive, and deeply personal for me.

I could probably live off pasta (if my gut would let me). And as for ice cream… if you put it in front of me, it’ll probably just melt— hint I don't care for it but don't let that be a turn off because I swear I am nice. 

I’m a homebody who loves the wilderness, a quiet introvert who loves meaningful connection, and a firm believer that every artist deserves a chance to share their work in a way that feels right.

This course, this space, and this journey—it’s built from the heart. I’m so glad you’re here.
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