Kristen Cathey is a textile artist whose work blends traditional fiber techniques with contemporary themes of memory, time, and tactile experience. Based in Fort Worth, Texas, Kristen draws on a lifelong connection to craft and material, using weaving, spinning, and surface design to explore the subtle narratives woven into everyday life.
Her practice is grounded in slow, intentional making — a response to the fast pace of modern life and a celebration of the handmade. Influenced by the quiet strength of women’s work and the histories embedded in cloth, Kristen approaches textiles as both structure and story.
Kristen continues to explore the intersections of art, labor, and tradition through her studio practice. When she’s not working with fiber, she enjoys reading, traveling and drinking tea. She is always seeking inspiration in the quiet details of the world around her.