Nice Threads

 
 

Felt is material made from wool and magic, from wisps and clouds transformed to lightweight garments, caressing the skin and holding the body's warmth. It is an ancient craft, older than spun or woven threads. Yet it is still practiced daily, providing lovely and useful items for both modern and tribal cultures.

My garments and accessories are created from the finest wools and the sheerest silks, hand-dyed, hand-felted, hand-shaped. Each is unique, evolving from disparate elements into a miraculous whole, through the magic of felting.

Unless indicated otherwise, all items in the gallery are for sale. My work is also available at the Southern Highland Craft Guild shops in Asheville (The Folk Art Center and Guildcrafts). Just click on the email link at the top of each page to contact me with questions about any of the items. Any item can be custom made just for you. And, come back regularly, as I will add new pieces as they are finished.

 

Wool Felt and Silk creations 

Felting workshops

Thanks!

Leslie Owens, artist

NEWS

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Welcome to new friends from the EAST tour and from the Southern Highlands Craft Guild show!

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I am busy making coats, scarves and hats for the winter months, so let me know if you would like a custom piece for your own! Email me to place your order.

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I also heard from many of you that you’d like a felting workshop set up for you and your friends. Just email me with a choice of available dates and we’ll set it up! Also check my current class schedule to see if you can make one of them.

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Finally, I am getting ready for the Piedmont Craftsmen show in Winston-Salem the weekend of Nov. 21 & 22. Come see me if you are in the area!


Thanks!

Leslie