Welcome! Enjoy a sampling of my work shown here. If you are in the neighborhood (Laramie, WY just 9 miles from the highest point on Interstate 80), phone or email for a visit to my home studio. There’s MUCH more!
Call for home studio (in Laramie, WY) appointments or to make a purchase: (307) 745-3816 (texting not available)
jstoesz@wyoming.com
New Permanent Policy! Referrers now get 10% on sold weavings: If a $1000 weaving sells and a local business or person has referred the buyer to myself directly or this website, then the local business receives a $100 'finders fee' as a thank you for the referral and subsequent sale.
Surround yourself in the textures and comfort of natural fibers and hand-dyed yarns with colors inspired by the Wyoming landscape. Add timeless drama to your wardrobe with scarves and shawls of silk, bison, cashmere, alpaca . . . .
My goal is to make weavings that feel good, dye colors and mix textures that are satisfying to have around, and create something that cannot be copied.
I capture moments and sensations that change quickly and challenge us to remember. With a weaving you can take the west home — and still leave it here for the residents!
~Jeny
Cold Dawn represents the few minutes that distinguish night from day and is a fleeting experience, like the dreamtime moments between sleep and awake. Woven of custom-dyed silks it is 28.5” x 64” for $1,000.
This silk scarf is a tribute to the non-Wyoming west: Arizona’s orange sunsets, Zuni/Hopi/Navajo turquoise, and New Mexico’s white sands. It is 9.5” x 62” for $800.
This weaving seemed to take forever to make because the silk yarns are the size of sewing thread — over 900 across the 18” width. Navy blue dominates one side while white dominates the other. Think summer and winter. It is 70” long for $850.
You never can predict the interaction of my variegated silks when I use them in both warp and weft — just like I can’t predict the changing colors of sunrise. The weaving is 19” x 76” for $950.
I don’t do pictorial weaving but this silk scarf seems quite visual nonetheless. It represents the log cabins on the sagebrush prairie, a bygone time. It is 11” x 88” for $850.
Fine tercel and turquoise beads on a ruffled edge scarf seemed right when I wove all night while I was watching the stars. Only 12” x 32” for $225.
Wyoming is full of dunes — mostly ancient — but near the border with Colorado there are some worthy of a play day. This shawl is woven of linen and fine variegated wool crepe resulting in a pattern like blowing sand. It is 24” x 48” for $450.
White was the color of women’s suffrage and a shawl was the common wrap of women in the west, so with a bit of llama and mohair for color variety and seed beads to represent individual women, this shawl came to be. 18 inches x 68 inches for $1000.
Pashmina, two colors of quiviut, and hand-dyed alpaca boucle make this the warmest scarf you could possibly wear. 8-9 inches variable width x 62 inches long for $1800 (bracelet not included).
Remember the 2017 solar eclipse at Boysen Dam, WY with an elegant shawl of black, gold and silver wool crepe that feels like cool, soft sand! 12” x 100” for $950.
Rayon and hand-dyed wool boucle combine to make a scarf that resembles late fall prairie with lumpy rabbit brush shrubs visible among the grass. 4.5 inches x 80 inches. $250.
Made of hand-dyed seasilk, this short scarf is wide enough to snug under your chin. It has a twisted loop on one side to tuck the other scarf end into for easy fastening. 17 inches x 38 inches for $250.
Night hours offer an exciting color palette to the rocks and minerals of our open spaces as suggested in this scarf of hand-dyed seasilks. 8” x 58” for $700. Jade scarf ring not included.
Hand-dyed seasilk, alpaca, angora rabbit and mohair produce a warm scarf for a dress coat or cape. 8" x 54" for $700.
Red berries are the last signs of summer to leave native shrubs before winter snows arrive here. Enjoy the memory in a fine bamboo scarf. 16” x 78” for $1300.
Wyoming Tweeds use natural fibers from bison, yak, alpaca, sheep, llama, mohair and cashmere goat or angora rabbit. This also has a leather embellishment and hand-made glass bead. 15" x 76" for $990.
The mainstays of tiny Wyoming communities are local newspapers. Silk, linen and possomdown celebrate black and white print in a scarf with a unique pattern on each side. 3.25" x 61" for $2000.
Few coverlets survived the westward journey so here’s my version in a shawl of variegated (light and dark) ice blue bamboo and navy silk. 25" x 128" for $2000.
Have a bit of fun with this patterned scarf made of gold raw silk and warm bisondown-yak blend yarns. 4 inches x 80 inches. $300
The top weaving is an elegant seasilk scarf in an unusual shade of maroon sometimes referred to as “alpinglow” on the mountains. The scarf will wrap your neck in luxury. 4 inches x 76 inches for $1400.
Be the woman who dominates the night in this shawl of bamboo and Tussah silk that feels as elegant as a Wyoming full moon looks. 26” x 124” for $2400.
This is an incredibly warm and elegant dress scarf made of angora rabbit fur (from 2 different rabbits), and French cashmere on a fine wool warp. 13 inches wide by 52 inches long for $1500.
Camel down (the undercoat) and merino wool make this little neck scarf both handsome and soft. 4.5" x 39" for $135. Pin not included.
This scarf has a seasonal connection to Wyoming as the time when you can see dragonflies among the marsh grasses. It is woven of yak and fine wool crepe. 10.5” x 88” for $600.
You’ll often see llamas guarding smaller animals in western pastures. In this scarf natural-colored beige llama and black mohair team up for a striking pattern. 6” x 78” for $400.
Wear an elegant evening shawl of all silk and you will rival the onstage performers. 13” x 84” for $1000.
Based on a photo of a cloud which dumped a huge amount of hail one summer, (see photo in Inspirations), this small scarf of alpaca and wool will keep you warm in any weather. 7” x 52” for $300. Celtic pin not included.
All silk shawl will make any bride look and feel especially elegant. Swiss silk and French silk of different textures create one pattern (shown) and another on the reverse side. 16” x 70” for $1,000.
It’s exciting when the cactus suddenly burst into bloom on the banks of the arroyo, and you’ll be just as stunning in this hand-dyed shawl of variegated seasilks. 13” x 52” for $500.
The common sight of dry, gold prairie grasses stretching up through their snowy blanket inspired this scarf of rayon and silk chenile. It measures 7” x 60” for $150.
Truly, blues and golds are the colors of Wyoming and this weaving of hand-dyed variegated silks and a rayon novelty yarn capture the subtle shades of fall in the Tetons. 10” x 80” for $800. Currently on display at the Headwaters Center in Dubois, Wyoming.
Wyoming’s state flower is the Indian Paintbrush. Celebrate the Native American legend of this flower when you wear this scarf of silk and alpaca. 5.5” x 68” for $400.
Inspired by an old, weathered ranch cabin and out buildings, this silk and alpaca scarf will wrap you in memories of a visit to the pioneer west. 7” x 94” for $600.
Have you ever fished our swift rivers for the prized Rainbow Trout? This all-silk, hand-dyed and variegated scarf honors the excitement and pride of western fishermen. 12” x 60” for $1,000.
Fine silk and Swiss silk boucle are just the right combination for a shawl that is as warm as a western winter is cold. 19” x 90” with added side fringe for $1600.
Western spring means the retreat of snow and the emergence of tender green bulbs. I have daffodils scattered among the prairie grasses. A wool warp and silk chenile make this an soft, warm scarf. 9” x 52” for $250.
When you think about shells in the western states, think fossils. You won’t want to dig in the dirt so just remember the adventure when you wear this scarf of hand-dyed silks, embellished with brass beads. 10” x 74” for $600.
What a surprise to see these colors in the rocks and moss of an icy stream! Woven of hand-dyed silk and wool crepe, the scarf is very comfortable to wear. 10” x 36” for $300.
Shiny black obsidian among the other rocks was a magnet for rock-hounds until the Park decided to protect this precious site. You can at least take the memory of this volcanic wonder with you instead of destroying it by wearing this scarf of black silk, yak and wool with a bit of boucle added to simulate vegetation. 4” x 52” for $400.
The Great Medicine Wheel is in northern Wyoming, and worth a trip to this prehistoric site. But in case you need a reminder to add it to your vacation agenda, wear the scarf of wools and hand-dyed seasilks. 3.5” x 46” for $400.
Drive the edge of Beaver Rim in Wyoming and notice the spectacular erosion of the cliffs along the road. Mud can be fascinating! This elegant all-silk scarf up-scales its very humble inspiration. 5” x 48” for $300.
Walk slowly, look closely and you’ll enter the world of those who live in the west. This is one of those up-close-and-personal images on a cold, wet morning with just a bit of frost or snow. All silk, double-sided pattern, the shawl is 13” x 64” for $900.
Rust colored leaves collected themselves into a floating mat on a slowly moving part of the creek. Woven of rayon and many pieces of hand-dyed seasilk, this is a perfect scarf to dress up a sweater. 3” x 42” for $125.
It’s the only comment I will ever make about the political leanings of the Rocky Mountain states. Woven of silk and cotton the scarf feels wonderful and will probably go with anything you want to wear. 6” x 42” for $95.
I enjoy making woven home decor that translates western subtlety into home luxuries.
Warm up under a sofa throw, put a chair shawl over your shoulders and always have a car blanket in the back seat. You deserve comfort wherever you are!
Add a custom valence to your windows, fill an empty spot with a colorful wall hanging and brighten any dinner with a table runner. Decorate your house to be noticed!
A small bed blanket will do wonders for cold feet . Take a tip from the fiber animals of the high western plains and mountains and treat your home to the privilege of weavings from the west.
Autumn is red-orange after a winter frost but you’ll be warm under this wool boucle throw. 15.5” x 80” for $375.
Wool boucle with threads of silk & mohair create a warm, lightweight shawl for “in-between” temperatures. 26" x 68" for $1,100. *Teddy bear sales associate not included.
This subtle cream, yellow, pink, and blue weaving made of linen and silk makes a beautiful wall hanging (or use as a delicate, fancy shawl). It has touches of wool boucle at the ends and bits of horse hair tied into the fringe. 27 inches wide x 48 inches long for $500.
Designs emerge from hand-dyed silks over a dark purple and black wool pattern weft. It can be a wall hanging as shown here, or a long shawl. 22” x 82” for $1600.
The wall hanging can double as a shawl. It is based on a colonial pattern with added wooden beads at the fringe. 17.5" x 112" for $1200.
Nothing is more dramatic than an orange sunset melding the sky and prairie as one. Use as a wall hanging, a very warm/thick blanket or large shawl. 32” x 96” for $1850.
Some weavings have specific stories. This is one of those: “Firey Sunset” is my memory of a swift Colorado fire that started in a canyon near Estes Park. As we quickly packed our vendor booth and left, we could see the approaching flames that turned an afternoon sky into hot, suffocating shades of orange. It seemed nothing would remain of the place where we had been.
The weaving is made entirely of leftovers. End cones of European specialty-spun wools were sent to me when the mills closed. I dyed those yarns by mixing powders at random to get what I remembered seeing. I traded women for partial skeins and beads they no longer wanted. Scrap wire was polished and now fastens the weaving to a piece of used copper water pipe. I added fringe for the flames spreading up every ravine. The open spaces in the weavings represent moments when we could see clear sky and breathe without coughing. The weaving patterns are as changeable as the scene which engulfed us.
I wanted to turn a tragic, destructive event into art that would invite looking and reflecting, without fear.
The colors are true for Grand Teton National Park, whether you use this as a sofa throw or shawl with added fringe on one long side. 32” x 80” for $1800.
This is a very tactile weaving made of thick wool, llama, and bison yarn and roving, and a thin hand-dyed wool boucle. Based on a log-cabin pattern, this would be perfect as a wall hanging or table covering to cozy-up a space. 22 inches wide by 69 inches long including fringe for $800. Would also look nice framed.
Vedauwoo is a popular rock climbing location in southeastern Wyoming. By day the rocks look pink but at dusk they often appear purple. Made of hand-dyed wool, 13” x 188” (15.6’) it could be fabric for a coat or used as a valance or table runner, for $1,800.
It's all wools in forest green, sage and high altitude prairie gold. A gem of a throw or an ideal car blanket. 29” X 80" for $900.
Warm up under a wool throw during those brief days of spring when snow melt begins uncovering pink and gray-blue rocks and feeds the not-yet-green grasses. 29” x 76” for $1200.
This is a fun weaving to be seen, just like all the tiny rocks that end up in tourist pockets! It is made of silk and silk chenille thrums tied together (waste not, want not) and embellished with fun fringes and beads. 21 inches x 146 inches for $1,200.
We were driving across central Wyoming at 4am when the sun made a stunning appearance through the fog. The bed throw is lightweight, made of hand-dyed alpaca boucle and wool crepe. 30” x 58” for $1,200.
This weaving, which is based on a late night photo, gives class to a wide spot in the road in the middle of desolate Wyoming. 18.5” x 63” for $700.
Wyoming winter skies are as unpredictable as the colors and patterns of these wool yarns. 40” x 54” for $1000.
Two colors define Wyoming: blue for sky and blue jeans, and gold for prairie. This wool weaving (whether used as a throw or wall-hanging) with added fringe and kumihimo braid will define head to toe comfort for you. 25” x 80” for $950.
This very long weaving was inspired by the experience of driving down a slick, snowy Interstate 80 during a Wyoming winter. Made of all wool, it has a few fun embellishments on one end. This would be a beautiful table runner for a family dinner or decoration on a long bookcase. 11 inches wide by 115 inches long including fringe for $700.
A Wyoming fall afternoon is a picture of gold grasses with bits of red or green stems, just like this soft, wool lap robe. This is “instant warmth” for a cold day. 23” x 54” for $600.
Wool boucle and kid mohair hand-dyed in all the greens of springtime. This makes a marvelous, long sofa throw to wrap up in without the weight or itch of blankets. 31" x 92" for $1600. *Teddy bear sales associate not included.
Few cars were on the Hanna Basin highway when I wished for a wool and mohair throw like this to ward off the winter chill. It is embellished with glass beads to simulate the meager traffic. The mix of fibers make this warmer than most commercial wool blankets. 24’ X 46” for $400.
Several animals migrate through Wyoming and this weaving honors them all! Two weavings in one, it is made of natural-colored fibers from eight different animals plus antler buttons and is stitched on one side on a walnut frame for hanging. 12 inches x 64 inches for $1400.
*Currently on display at the Headwater’s Center in Dubois, WY. Contact Jeny at 307-745-3816 if interested in purchasing.
Browse and shop my collection of weavings created as part of my artistic process. In some, I was trying out new yarns, experimenting with new patterns, or simply using weaving ends (because I believe in reducing waste whenever possible). Regardless of the reason for their creation, these finished pieces would make stunning additions to your home or closet. Browse and buy today! Call 307-745-3816 or email jstoesz@wyoming.com to purchase.
Made of soft washable merino wool, this is perfect for tucking around you neck and under a jacket. 5 inches x 36 inches. $85
Made of thin wool tweed yarn from Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, CANADA. 9 inches x 41 inches including a short fringe. This is sold but I kept it on the website to show a good use for a small weaving.
This bright weaving is fun! Made of colorful red and green mohair-silk blend boucle and green rayon it can be used for summer or holiday decor, or a scarf. 14 inches x 41 inches for $55.
The bison coasters ($35 per pair) in the bowl make great house guest gifts too!
Bright and shiny weaving of rayon and hand-dyed silk yarn. 3.5 inches x 39 inches. $60
Made of linen and cotton, this is perfect for a runner on a bookshelf or cabinet. Notice the the little horizontal surprise lines and a textured edge. 4.75 inches x 56 inches including fringe. $70
This is a robust yet light-weight table runner made of brown, blue and salmon colored wool tweed from Cape Breton, Nova Scotia. 12 inches wide x 44 inches long for $80.
What fun you could have with this long skinny scarf made of rayon and hand-dyed wool yarns! 3.75 inches x 68 inches including fringe. $60
This holiday-colors plaid scarf or table runner is made of wool tweed yarn from Cape Breton, CANADA. 7 inches x 30 inches including fringe. $85.
This is a fun textured weaving with boucle and would make a fine addition to a wardrobe for your next cool-weather outdoor adventure (birding anyone?). 10 inches x 56 inches. $125.
This scarf is made of fun wool chenille, but it is a bit itchy. Use it as an outer scarf or table runner. 8 inches x 37 inches. $60