Let’s work together, lionheart!
CURRENT COMMISSION INFORMATION:
My weaving commissions are OPEN and I’m available to start working with you! Please note that I complete weavings in the order of inquiry forms received.
Each Lionheart Canyon weaving is intentionally and carefully made, meant to last as heirloom pieces for many years to come. I use only top quality fibers like sari silk, handspun art yarn, alpaca wool, chiffon ribbon, handtorn velvet, recycled cotton cord, vintage fabric, and more. Each weaving is handsewn onto a piece of foraged driftwood or a collected tree branch.
Over the past (nearly) ten years, I have developed a unique voice and expertise in my work. When you collaborate with me on a custom statement weaving, we merge your vision with my artist’s eye, creating a statement wall hanging that will never be replicated. I look forward to working with you when it is your time!
Please continue reading about my commission process. If you have any questions about working with me, please send a note to me at kate@lionheartcanyonstudio.com. I am always happy to chat!
Here’s the rundown of how the commission process works!
The first step is to submit your commission inquiry form. You can share the size, color story, fibers, and “emotion” of what you’re looking for! If you don’t know exactly what you’re wanting yet, that’s okay! Fill out the form with what you know, and we can talk it through.
I will email you within 48 hours of receiving your inquiry to acknowledge that I’ve received your form. We can set up an optional complimentary Zoom video call, and talk further about your vision.
I will send you a second email a few days before I expect to start working on your commission. This email will share the price quote, the fibers I’ve curated, a dimension/proportion sketch, and clear up any questions I may have. *** This will happen when your weaving is next in my queue. This helps me stay organized/focused on what I’m currently working on, and shift into the planning process for yours.
After you’ve approved the fiber/color story and budget, we will chat about payment options. You can pay 50% or more in full before I start weaving. An invoice will be emailed to you, which serves as a contract for going through with the commission. The weaving must be paid in full before it is sent to you.
COMMISSION PRICING
Pricing is based off a $1.5-$2 per square inch formula of the woven body, minus the area of the fringe— the materials cost and shipping cost will be added on to that amount.
Example 1: You’re looking for an 18 inches wide by 24 inches tall weaving. The woven body itself will be 18 inches wide by 16” tall, with 8” length of fringe, making the woven body 288 square inches — 288 x $2 is $576. The materials and fringe cost is roughly $75, so total comes to approximately $650.
Example 2: You’re looking for an 48 inches wide by 36 inches tall weaving. The woven body itself will be 48 inches wide by 24” tall, with 12” length of fringe, making the woven body 288 square inches — 288 x $2 is $576. The materials and fringe cost is roughly $75, so total comes to approximately $650.
The shipping cost will be invoiced to you upon completion of the weaving (I can give you an estimate based on size, and provide you with multiple shipping options). This is the best way I’ve found to fairly price my work, which is made to be heirloom quality + last for years to come. Please note that pricing includes nearly ten years of my expertise, cost of high quality fibers, my valuable time, the intentional ideation of your piece, and various communications. After you share your desired dimensions, I can share a quote with you. You will be able to share your ideal budget with me, and we can work out a payment plan if needed. I always want my work to be accessible, but still priced its value.
I’ll keep you posted as I work, sharing sneak peeks on Instagram (or emailing them to you, if you’re not on Instagram). Before I remove your weaving from the loom and begin the finishing work, I will send you a photo/video documentation in case any changes need to be made. Once a weaving has been removed from the loom, no changes can be made due to the lack of supporting tension! After your approval, I’ll mail your weaving to her new home with you! The cost of shipping will be invoiced to you after the weaving is complete, and I can calculate shipping based on the package weight/your mailing address. Free local Omaha pick up/delivery is available.
NOTE: I am unable to take returns on commissioned woven wall hangings, due to their unique custom nature. To ensure that you love your commission, I will send you documentation throughout the commission process for your approval. This includes a photo of the yarns/fibers I’ve selected based on your requests, several process photos as I weave, and photo/video documentation of your weaving after it’s complete. Changes can be made until it is removed from the loom. I will not ship your commission until I hear your approval, and will take great care to safely package your weaving!
Of course, I want you to be happy with your commission — so if after all of this process you’re not happy with it, please email me immediately after receiving your commission piece explaining the issue.
Please email me at kate@lionheartcanyonstudio.com if you have any questions. I can’t wait to work with you!
