Martha Negley has been painting decorative patterns for over 50 years, with a career spanning women's apparel fabrics, greeting card design, and home decor. After starting her own design company in 1994, she worked with Westminster Fabrics and joined the Kaffe Fassett Collective, designing for FreeSpirit Fabrics in 2026. She is known for her painterly florals and fearless use of color, with notable collections including "Forage," "Golden Harvest," and "Holly Day."