About Rachel
Rachel Ehlin-Smith’s sculptural weaving blends contemporary art with traditional techniques, using silk, alpaca, horsehair, and preserved plants. Rooted in a deep connection to nature, her work honors organic textures and the beauty of fleeting moments. Her practice explores the intersection of craft and storytelling, weaving materials that carry both personal and cultural significance. Each piece is an invitation to pause, reflect, and reconnect with the rhythms of the natural world.
Grace & Frankie, Season 4- Created custom hand-dyed caftans for Lily Tomlin’s character, showcasing textile work on a major Netflix series.
Jacumba Hot Springs Hotel - (2023) Installed woven textile pieces in every room of this 27-room boutique hotel, integrating art into hospitality design.
Mingei Museum - Recognized as a **Featured Artist**, highlighting textile craftsmanship in a prestigious museum setting.
.Elle Decor & Cereal Magazine- Featured in two major design and lifestyle publications, reinforcing relevance in the design industry.
Metropolis Magazine - Recognized in *New Frontiers for Textiles* and nominated as a “Pioneer of Emerging Textile Artists”.
Color Association of the United States - Work included in the Color/Texture Forecast for 2022-21.
Francq Colors - Recognized in 2020/21 Color Texture Forecast.