{"title":"Portfolio","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese felted works have found new homes and now live beyond my studio. This gallery serves as a visual archive of past work and a source of inspiration for future commissions and custom pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"beneath-still-boughs","title":"Beneath Still Boughs","description":"\u003cp\u003eBeneath Still Boughs is a tactile exploration of forest textures rendered in wool. Measuring 16 by 19 inches, this three-dimensional piece captures the essence of a birch tree trunk, with its distinctive white and gray bark accented by black markings. Surrounding the central trunk are lush patches of green and yellow-green felt that evoke moss and lichen, bringing a realistic sense of natural growth to the composition. The irregular, organic shape of the artwork enhances its connection to the woodland environment, inviting viewers to engage not only visually but almost physically, as if reaching out to touch the cool, damp bark and soft moss found deep in the woods. Through its rich textures and earthy hues, this piece gently transports you into a quiet moment beneath a tree’s canopy, where the interplay of light and life can be felt in every fiber.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Heritage Felt","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43904137265332,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/3650\/1684\/files\/HFCollection1-6.jpg?v=1747076349"},{"product_id":"silent-birch-veins","title":"Silent Birch Veins","description":"\u003cp\u003eSilent Birch Veins is a 17 by 61-inch wool and silk sculpture inspired by birch bark. Its creamy-white surface with black streaks mimics natural bark, while patches of green moss add vibrant texture. Uneven, curled edges and subtle wire framing create a rounded, organic form that captures the quiet beauty of a birch forest. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Heritage Felt","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43918564327604,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/3650\/1684\/files\/HFCollection1-1.jpg?v=1746902975"},{"product_id":"moss-and-memory","title":"Moss and Memory","description":"\u003cp\u003eMoss and Memory is a sculptural wall piece that invites a quiet moment of reflection through its lifelike portrayal of a slender birch tree trunk. Measuring 18 by 61 inches, the work combines wool and silk to create a textured surface that captures the delicate interplay of light and shadow on creamy birch bark. Dark horizontal markings and softly undulating contours add depth and natural detail, while scattered patches of green moss bring a touch of vibrant life. The piece’s three-dimensional form subtly curves and shifts, enhancing its organic presence as it gently occupies the space. Inspired by the individuality and quiet stories held by each birch tree, the artwork offers a calming, almost meditative experience, inviting viewers to connect with nature’s enduring grace.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Heritage Felt","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43918566457524,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/3650\/1684\/files\/HFCollection1-2.jpg?v=1746903680"},{"product_id":"bark-and-whimsy","title":"Bark and Whimsy","description":"\u003cp\u003eBark \u0026amp; Whimsy is a textile piece resembling birch tree bark, measuring 21\" x 16\". The artwork mimics the white bark with black markings and includes patches of green wool and silk that suggest moss or lichen. Subtle details like a brownish spot and a vertical black line resembling a crack add to its naturalistic feel. With an organic shape and tactile fabric elements, it creates a lifelike representation of a tree trunk segment, inviting viewers to explore the rich textures found in nature.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Heritage Felt","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43918586708148,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/3650\/1684\/files\/bark_and_whimsy.jpg?v=1747600327"},{"product_id":"echoes-etched-in-white-and-green","title":"Echoes Etched in White and Green","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"bubble-element Text baTaKaAaU\"\u003eMeasuring 50 by 36 by 4 inches, this sculptural artwork captures the rugged texture of birch bark through a layered blend of wool and silk. Its surface is uneven and tactile, with a white base punctuated by dark markings that recall the natural flaws and knots of real bark. Patches of green, moss-like fiber add depth and a subtle vibrancy, enhancing the sense of organic growth. The irregular edges and three-dimensional form invite close viewing and physical presence, evoking the quiet, intricate beauty of a forest’s edge.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Heritage Felt","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43991141253300,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/3650\/1684\/files\/Echoes_Etched_in_White_and_Green_3.jpg?v=1767730710"},{"product_id":"the-calm-folds-of-gentle-bark","title":"The Calm Folds of Gentle Bark","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Calm Folds of Gentle Bark, measuring 24\" x 18\" x 4\", is a three-dimensional textile piece presenting a close, tactile study of birch bark. Layers of wool and silk create a textured surface that balances soft fiber with structured depth. A muted palette of whites and grays forms the base, punctuated by dark streaks that echo the natural pattern of bark. In the lower section, subtle touches of green and yellow fibers suggest moss and lichen, adding a quiet vitality to the composition. Vertical slits cut through the surface, enhancing its sculptural presence and inviting the viewer to explore the artwork’s organic contours from multiple angles. The piece captures both the fragility and resilience found in nature's textures, offering a moment of calm reflection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Heritage Felt","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44004224565428,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/3650\/1684\/files\/a7539fbf-8fc4-4625-a282-baf99cd085c4.png?v=1754595838"},{"product_id":"between-moss-and-memory","title":"Between Moss and Memory","description":"\u003cp\u003eBetween Moss and Memory presents two vertical, sculptural forms that evoke the slender trunks of birch trees. Standing 63 inches tall and 28 inches wide, these pieces lean against the wall, their cylindrical shapes inviting viewers into a close, tactile experience. Layers of wool and silk create a richly textured surface, painted with naturalistic details mimicking white bark, black horizontal striations, and patches of mossy green and earthy brown tones. The interplay of color and texture captures the quiet presence of birch trees, suggesting the slow rhythms of nature and the passage of time. The work balances a strong physicality with a delicate, organic feel, encouraging reflection on memory rooted in place and natural cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Heritage Felt","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44030031954100,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/3650\/1684\/files\/Between_Moss_and_Memory.jpg?v=1758662005"},{"product_id":"quiet-growth-of-the-birch","title":"Quiet Growth of the Birch","description":"\u003cp\u003eQuiet Growth of the Birch stands as a tall, cylindrical sculpture measuring 58 by 20 by 5 inches. Crafted from layers of wool and silk, it evokes the raw texture and subtle irregularities of birch bark. The surface is marked by soft white tones interrupted by delicate horizontal lines and patches of green, suggesting moss or lichen thriving on natural wood. Its uneven, tactile form invites quiet contemplation, capturing the slow, steady resilience of a tree growing in stillness. This piece holds space with an organic presence that feels simultaneously grounded and fleeting, as if the passage of time is gently written into its surface.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Heritage Felt","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44030039163060,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/3650\/1684\/files\/20250904_215303.jpg?v=1757043303"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/3650\/1684\/collections\/ElmhirstA1.jpg?v=1767295975","url":"https:\/\/heritagefelt.com\/collections\/gallery-sold\/sold.oembed","provider":"Heritage Felt","version":"1.0","type":"link"}