What separates art from craft—and why?

I believe that the divide is false, as both are woven from creativity, expression, skill and human relationships. Through fiber art, I use color, texture, and designs as forms of self-expression; transforming cloth into objects of meaning and connection. It is my hope that viewers are moved to see textiles as more than simple materials of adornment, but as tactile manifestations of beauty and gratitude—a gentle armor.

—Sarah Ellis

Sarah is a Virginia-based weaving and knitwear designer and instructor who is rarely far from her needles or looms. Her work is rooted in a deep love of the fiber arts, from processing and dyeing fleece, to designing knitted and woven garments and patterns. She is inspired by the tactile nature of wool, the slow rhythms of making, and the generous community that surrounds these traditions. Believing that fiber arts should be joyful and approachable, Sarah is continually exploring new techniques, natural fibers, and ways to bring curiosity, mindfulness and play into her practice.