About
Thank you so much for stopping by!
I'm Amy Calleja, owner of Salt + Sand Designs.
When I am not designing or stitching canvases, you can find me photographing families on our beautiful beaches in Southwest Florida.
In November 2023, I had a few hours between sessions on Boca Grande. After wandering the local shops, I stumbled into Grande Stitches. I instantly fell in love with the art of needlepoint. I have since stitched and self-finished dozens of canvases. After being unable to find the canvases I envisioned, I started painting my own. I have found so much enjoyment stitching and love the friendships I have made in the needlepoint community.
My family and I moved from Wisconsin to Florida over 10 years ago. While I love where we live, Wisconsin will always have a piece of my heart. I grew up in the country. We made our own maple syrup, went deer hunting and ice fishing, had Friday night fish frys, and religiously watched the Packers. Now that we are in Florida, we spend most of our days either at the beach on Boca Grande, on the boat, or floating in the pool. We love collecting shark teeth and seashells. My designs reflect parts of myself, both near and far.
I hope my creations bring you as much joy as they have for me.