All quilts are handcrafted exclusively using botanical dyes. The dye plants are either wild-harvested (gallnut, bark, bramble, walnut hull and bark, etc.), home-grown (coreopsis, dyer's chamomile, cosmos, marigold, tansy, alder buckthorn), upcycled from kitchen waste (avocado, pomegranate), or sourced from trusted suppliers when growing conditions at high altitude make it impossible (indigo, cochineal).

The processes of harvesting, dyeing, and piecing are slow and painstaking, which reflects the value and pricing of each piece. Depending on size, color complexity, and pattern intricate details, a single quilt requires between 50 and over 200 hours of labor. Cotton pieces are machine-pieced, while the final quilting is hand-stitched using Japanese cotton sashiko thread.

USAGE & CARE

These versatile quilts can be used as blankets, bedspreads, wall hangings, or insulating tapestries. Each piece is one of a kind.
 
During the dyeing process, two to four mordanting steps are applied to fix the colors.* However, direct sunlight should be avoided to preserve their depth. Care Instructions: It is recommended to wash the quilts as infrequently as possible; refreshing them by airing outdoors in the shade for a few hours is best. If spot-cleaning is necessary, wash the area by hand in cold water with a small amount of pH-neutral soap. Soak for a few minutes only. Should a slight color bleed occur in the water, rest assured this is completely normal. Air dry naturally in the shade and do not iron.
 
Botanical dyes impart a unique depth of color and a soft, velvety texture to the fabric. Whenever possible, I warmly invite you to view the textiles in person to fully appreciate their color and tactile qualities, while avoiding shipping fees.

ORDERS

To place an order or inquire about a piece, please send a message via the "Bio & Contact" page.

*To fix the dyes, I use aluminum lactate – a mordant derived from natural, biodegradable sources – along with gallnut.