Auli’s studio is a fiber art and workshop studio committed to sustainability and joy of learning in Mill Valley, California.

I design and weave rugs where I combine the Finnish craftsmanship and tradition of rug weaving with California recycled materials. I also work with natural dyes from local plants and traditional natural dyes to create unique wool and silk yarns and scarves. I enjoy teaching classes, camps and workshops on natural dyeing, printing, weaving, and many other creative fiber arts.

I moved to California from Helsinki, Finland, where I was educated and worked as a textile arts and crafts teacher and teacher educator. I’ve worked with both children and adults teaching classes in numerous fields of textile crafts and art. I believe, that working with materials is meaningful because it connects the mind and soul through our hands to the real world, to our history and the present day. Making art and craft can be a statement against something or for something, it can be about economics, ecology or mindfulness or it can just be a joyful, creative and rewarding activity too. And it’s all good!

I’m a great believer in the use of natural fibers and their qualities in comfort, durability and ecological sustainability and hope to show that in my textiles and teaching. Minimizing the negative impact on the environment is important to me and I want to use my skills and vision to create beautiful durable textiles and art from sustainable materials.

My teaching mission is to inspire, encourage and create a joyful atmosphere for learning and creating together. I’m looking forward to sharing my experience in the classes and workshops!