I design and sew coats and shawls from animal fibers gathered on our Virginia farm. Beautiful fiber begins with healthy, happy animals. My Tunis sheep and Angora goats move to fresh grass every few days, regenerating healthy soils and sequestering carbon. Tunis wool has a soft, downy feel that I combine with the Angora’s mohair, resulting in a soft, lustrous fiber that I needle-felt into a fabric that is airy, breathable, and warm with a soft glow. My designs have an architectural aesthetic that takes advantage of the structure of the felt and have a modern vibe while paying homage to classic designs by Dior and Balenciaga. The natural colors of my goats and sheep result in fabric that is creamy white, highlighted by gray or light brown. It can be bright with the color of organic dyes from the Earth, such as marigold from the garden, madder, Osage orange, or indigo. 

Studio 6
North cluster

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