Beth Marx may go by JP Beth which stands for "Just Plain Beth" (not Elizabeth), but anyone who's ever met her will tell you that she is anything but. In love with fiber arts, textiles, entertaining, traveling, her partner Joe and her darling AMD (Aussie Mountain Doodle) named Darwin, Beth is one of those uplifting souls whose unique texture is tangible throughout her many creations. Her abiding love for unexpected combinations expresses itself with the layering of colors, fabrics, flavors and décor - combining the old with the new, the elegant with the edgy, the spicy with the sweet, and the simple with the bold.
Beth is a seasoned felt maker with nearly 20 years of experience, renowned for her unique nuno felted garments and accessories. Her journey began in Ohio, where she developed a passion for textiles. Beth's affinity for fiber arts deepened over the years, culminating in the creation of Studio 907, a vibrant studio located behind her 1920s California bungalow in Long Beach, California.
Beth's work is characterized by an organic, intuitive process, allowing each piece to evolve collage-style by integrating wool roving with hand-dyed & hand-painted silks, vintage fabrics, and upcycled textiles. This approach results in one-of-a-kind creations that exude a worn patina and an earthy richness, reflecting her eclectic sense of style and keen eye for detail.
Her garments have been featured in high-end boutiques and galleries, showcased on runways, published in various books and magazines and worn by a major theme park character. Beth also shares her expertise through teaching and demystifying the necessary shrinkage calculations per her Easy Peasy Shrinkage Calculation Sheet which can be purchased below for just $11.