Using the ancient technique of felt-making, Kristin Foley creates art and textiles that infuse nature, warmth, and a wild opulence into everyday life. Since the domestication of sheep over 10,0000 years ago, felt-making has evolved as an art form centering both utility and beauty. Kristina honors the millennia-old relationship between humans and animals by celebrating the natural qualities of wool, infusing each piece with the essence of the animal without compromising on ethics.

Kristina’s connection to the land, as expressed through natural fibers and botanical color, is reminiscent of the Dutch artist Claudy Jongstra, yet rooted in the vast, untamed beauty of the American West. By building relationships with small, regional farms and mills to source wood, she is part of a broader movement that begins with land stewardship and connects to a domestic supply chain prioritizing regenerative farming practices, animal welfare, and the safety of farm workers while collaborating with designers, artists, and educators. Kristina’s practice is shaped by a deeply personal sense of place and unwavering commitment to sustainability.

The transparency of her artistic process emphasises the authenticity of the materials she uses. Like industry leader Stella McCartney, Kristina shares a commitment to animal-friendly design and chooses local and Responsible Wool Standard certified sools for their renewable, biodegradable, and enduring qualities. Her technique allows the raw beauty of the bier to emerge and transform through felt-making, resulting in works of art that invite a respectful, reciprocal connection with the beauty, utility, and spirit of the animal.