Julie Clendenen Simpson [1991, Textiles]

My work as a textile artist and painter fuses my fascination and love for repeated patterns and natural textures. 

I design, draft and hand weave innovative, contemporary textiles on a 10 harness foot pedal floor loom built in 1955. Each piece is one of a kind, woven with sustainable fibers including cashmere, merino wool & alpaca. Lightweight textiles for spring and summer are designed with cotton, bamboo, linen and silk. A sculptural quality with multiple layers is achieved by incorporating inventive weave structures. I have been weaving for over 30 years and love color combining fibers to produce luxurious woven accessories that pursue elegance, creativity and classic craftsmanship.