Photos: SLC artist’s ‘wearable fiber art’ is the opposite of destructive ‘fast fashion’

Jeanne Akita’s felted clothing will be featured in the Smithsonian’s “Craft Optimism” online market.

(Photo courtesy of Jeanne Akita) Artist Jeanne Akita creates her "wearable fiber art" through the ancient textile-making process of felting.

(Photo courtesy of Jeanne Akita) Artist Jeanne Akita creates her "wearable fiber art" through the ancient textile-making process of felting.

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