Handmade fibre art for the tender, the grieving, and the curious.
Pale Illusions is the work of Eri Sawatzky, abstract fibre artist, death doula, and maker of things that hold what words can’t. Each piece is handmade and original, built slowly and with intention. If you’re looking for something to mark a loss, sit with uncertainty, or simply make a room feel more like yours, you’re in the right place.
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If someone you love is grieving, the Grief Bundles are a handmade, meaningful gift, each one original and unique.
If you’re navigating end-of-life, for yourself or someone close to you, the Living Threads work was made for exactly that.
If you’re carrying a loss that needs somewhere to live, The Keeping is a bespoke fibre altar made around you, your grief, and what you’re holding.
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For everything else, browse the full shop, or get in touch if you’re looking for something specific.