Naturally-dyed art inspired by the beauty
and wisdom of Mother Earth
Hi, I’m Juli Rae, a natural dyer and quilt artist.
I create nature-inspired art quilts with a minimalist style for the adventurous at heart.
I love exploring line, shape, and color in unique ways that go beyond the straight lines and geometric shapes found in many modern and traditional quilts.
All of my work is designed and handmade by me in Portland, OR.
Want to give something truly unique this season?
Shop handmade items and original art pieces that support a small, women owned business committed to sustainability and environmental protection.
All pieces are one-of-a-kind and made with naturally dyed fabric.
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Naturally Dyed Gifts
Small scale landscape design made from naturally dyed organic cotton fabric. Original artwork is signed. Mounted on a 8” x 10” archival watercolor paper.
Frame not included.
The River Rocks collection is inspired by the smooth beach pebbles that wash ashore. These stones have been caressed by the wind and waves over centuries, traveled hundreds or thousands of miles, resulting in a diverse collection of stones that collect on the shoreline.
This unique piece of wall art is made from leftover naturally dyed scraps of cotton fabric, supporting my commitment to a zero waste art practice. The stones are hand cut, intuitively arranged, and sewn to the background with multiple rounds of stitching for a raw edge appliqué finish.
Finished quilt is stretched on a wooden frame. Hanging wire included for easy display.
Includes maple floating frame.
This beautiful bandana is hand printed with iron and naturally dyed with cutch, the heartwood of a species of acacia tree. The iron reacts with the tannins in the dye leaving a clear, dark print. This bandana is made from soft, lightweight organic cotton with a lovely drape.
All work is hand-made in my home studio in Portland, OR.
Due to the handmade nature, each individual piece is unique and may vary slightly from the photos.
Size: 22”x 22”
Learn with me!
Our hands were meant for creating.
In a world that is becoming more digital and cerebral, there is something so nourishing about feeling something tangible with our hands, about cutting and reassembling and bringing into the world something completely new that could only be created by YOU.
I offer a selection of quilting and natural dye courses for both beginners and advanced skill levels. In-person workshops and online courses are both available.
Learn something new with me!
Nature’s Color Palette
Natural dyeing is the process of coloring fabric using natural elements, such as flowers, leaves, roots, and bark.
It is slow, intimate, and intentional. It is way to push back against consumerism and productivity. It is a practice in acceptance and letting go of control. It is my way of both honor and care for the beautiful gifts offered by Mother Earth.
All of my work is created using naturally dyed fabric. Check out the Natural Dye Studio to learn more about the process of natural dyeing.
All of my work is created using naturally dyed fabric. Check out the Natural Dye Studio to learn more about the process of natural dyeing.
Do you have a place, event, or memory you’d like to honor with a custom art quilt?
Let’s work together to bring your vision to life!
Why hang a quilt on your wall?
Wall quilts are no new trend; textiles and tapestries have been used to decorate interior spaces for centuries. Here are a few reasons you might consider hanging a quilt (or two!) on your walls:
04/ A quilted wall hanging is a safer alternative to framed art for hanging above beds or in nurseries.
05/ A wall quilt is the perfect solution for hiding unsightly objects on your wall such electrical boxes, thermostats, or wall damage.
06/ It’s good for the Earth! All work made from organic fabric that is naturally dyed, meaning that all the color comes from plants and is made without the use of harsh or harmful chemicals. I grow many dye plants in my garden, supporting the local pollinator population. Also, each sale supports an ongoing donation to The Nature Conservancy, an organization committed to land preservation & protection.
01/ Quilts add a sense of coziness and warmth to a space. The soft texture, earth-tone colors, and organic lines have a calming effect and help soothe the nervous system.
02/ They are easy to display and transport. Each quilt arrives with a hanging sleeve, and hanging only requires a couple of small nails. (And here’s a tip for my fellow renters: I use push pins or command hooks for damage-free walls!)
03/ Quilts help absorb sound, making them perfect for therapist and other office spaces, large rooms, or homes with shared walls.
Our planet is such a generous mother who provides abundantly. There are so many contemporary worldviews that hold humans as separate from nature, but we are not. We are nature. Harm to the Earth is harm to our selves. Care for the self, for the soul, is care for the Earth and for each other. Every small act leaves an impact, and the Earth remembers.
Throughout my journey, I have developed a deep care for the Earth.
I am committed to learning how to better care for myself, for others, and for the planet (because in the end it is all the same). As part of this commitment, I donate a portion of each sale to The Nature Conservancy.