Bellacouche

Bellacouche – meaning “beautiful resting place” – is the old name for the ancient granite building where I started designing and making the Leafcocoon wool felt coffins. After many years in the Chapel at Moretonhampstead, Bellacouche Wool Felt Studio has now moved to a beautiful, light and ample workshop in Chagford on Dartmoor, Devon.

The Bellacouche philosophy is not affiliated to any religion, but respects all religious faiths and the right to believe in none. Wool is my raw material, which is made into felt, classed as a non-woven material. The pieces are all handmade, motifs are either sewn or needle felted in.