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Textile artist Babette Leertouwer creates tapestries from raw Dutch sheep wool. With her work, she aims to showcase the craftsmanship and beauty of wool processing while also conveying a statement. 

"My work is a combination of art and activism. It’s an invitation to pause and reflect on the source of our materials. Each tapestry is handmade and unique. The felting process is meditative. I use no machines, just my hands, water, and time. The wool retains its natural lanolin, along with some straw or heather pieces. My tapestries tell a story about sustainability and the beauty of natural materials. My hope is that people not only look at my work but also feel its meaning and think about the materials that surround them."

In the coming months, you can see her beautiful sheep wool artworks both online and in the Hattem store. You are warmly invited.