Who We Are
California Handwoven's female founders met in the weaving program at City College in San Francisco, where we bonded over our mutual enthusiasm for handwoven fabrics. As former university professors, we both came to weaving design and production with the same love of learning, curiosity and passion that had motivated our prior careers. The desire to share the beauty and joy we find in handwoven textiles prompted us to start California Handwoven in 2021.
Laura Stein
Laura is a fashion and textile design entrepreneur who holds Textiles and Apparel Construction certificates from City College of San Francisco and a Digital Marketing Specialization from Coursera/University of Illinois. She is a former communication professor and current member of the SF Loom & Shuttle Guild.
Susan Robinson
Susan is a skilled weaver who explores textile art, textile design, weaving techniques, and color combinations on her computerized handloom. She is an active member of the Northern California weaving community and former Vice President of the Loom & Shuttle Guild in San Francisco.