About

Nestled in the foothills of Sugarloaf Mountain, Dancing Leaf Farm is the home and creative studio of artist and fiber artisan Dalis Davidson. Inspired by the beauty of the natural world around her, Dalis creates an eclectic collection of handcrafted goods that celebrate color, texture, nature and the art of making by hand.

At the heart of her work is fiber. Dalis hand dyes yarn and roving in rich, expressive colors and creates beautifully textured felted shawls and felt landscapes (which she calls 'Lambscapes'). A few sheep living on the farm provide wool for her work, adding an especially personal connection between the land, the animals and the finished pieces.

 Her creativity extends well beyond fiber. Dalis also creates alcohol in prints, cyanotype prints, jewelry, and distinctive home goods, often drawing inspiration from the shapes, colors, and fleeting details found in the landscape surround the farm.

Each piece reflects her love and experimentation and her appreciation for traditional handcraft. Whether working with wool, natural imagery, ink, or light, Dalis transforms simple materials into artful objects meant to bring beauty, warmth, and a sense of the countryside into everyday life.

At Dancing Leaf Farm, art and agriculture are woven together - one sheep, one skein, and one handmade creation at a time.

Come out and enjoy the peaceful setting, bring a picnic to have on the patio overlooking the fields.

Check out the recent article, Escape Artists, about Countryside Artisans in Bethesda Magazine.

In my dye lab creating colorful yarn.

Dancing Leaf Farm does not have regular hours, but customers may
email or call ahead to visit.
dancingleaffarm@gmail.com
301-801-6995