McKenna loves the idea of quilting as a 'living art.' " When I design, one of the greatest gifts is the awareness that what I design is going to come to life again and again in a myriad of incredible and unique ways." When she began her company, part of McKenna's mission statement was that she wanted to somehow touch the lives of others through her art. Over the years, Pine Needles Designs have touched the lives of many. There is something inherent about McKenna's work that have a healing effect as witnessed through hundreds of letters and emails. Though she is excited about new business ventures and upcoming designs, this is the aspect of her work that means the most to McKenna.