In a recent interview for IN Kansas City Magazine, Eichler-Messmer reflects on the rich, often overlooked history of quilt-making as both craft and art, the meditative power of slow creation, and how her teaching at the Kansas City Art Institute helps students move from technical skill to artistic voice.

She also shares her deep connection to natural dyes, often grown or foraged herself, and the dynamic relationship between her fast-paced quilting process and slower, hand-stitched explorations.

"You can see the history of women in America through the quilts they made. Not only do I love the process of making a quilt, I feel honored to be part of that long, and often overlooked, history," Eichler-Messmer said.

Read the full interview to explore her artistic journey, her thoughts on quilting as a contemporary art form, and how her practice continues to evolve