THE FARM & FOLK STORY
Farm & Folk is a fusion of my work as both an organic farmer and folk artist. The colors in my quilts are born through the alchemical processes of seeds + soil, sunlight, moonlight + water. Through this alchemy, the seeds are transformed to become fibers and dyestuffs, some of which are grown and harvested here on Ancient Future Farm. My fascination and passion for transferring natural color to natural fibers continues to grow stronger as the years roll by.
I’ve learned the arts of natural dyes and quilt making through passionate dedicated research, experimentation, and a heavy dose of trial and error. Quilt making has been in my family for several generations and it’s an honor to be the one bearing that torch presently. I find inspiration in nature, traditional & vintage quilts, plant and mineral derived colors, perfectly imperfect color variations, rustic hand stitches, and sustainably grown ethically sourced fabrics. Some of my quilts are made from repurposed materials and vintage fabrics. All piecing is done with a sewing machine and the quilting stitches are done by hand. Those slow stitches produce a finished piece with depth and character which can only be achieved by human hands.
“And the seeds that were silent all burst into bloom, and decay. And night comes so quiet, it’s close on the heels of the day.” Jerome Garcia + Robert Hunter