Woodfolk products are proudly handmade by ceramicist and jeweller Julia Denes in her Eora/Sydney studio.

After 10 years in the Fine Jewellery industry, in 2015 Julia shifted to a ceramic practice creating original, sustainable and purposeful pieces that are vibrant and creative.

Her work deeply explores Australian clay and authentic colour using hand-building techniques, rich & earthy colour palettes, gritty textures, and simple forms. Each piece is unique to the next, and some like artworks.

Her colours are inspired by the beautiful details seen in nature, during everyday life.

Where did the name Woodfolk come from?

The name Woodfolk came from two parts. The first was ‘Wood’ which represents nature, earth, grounding, depth, foundation. The second part ‘Folk’ represents people, community, light-heartedness, as well as a love of Folk music.

The Materials We Use

Core to Woodfolk’s ethos is its commitment to the environment. Our items are created exclusively using Ceramic, Wood, Cotton and Linen all sustainable materials that nature has provided us. These materials go through the cycle with us, and when no longer needed, can be recycled.

All Woodfolk pieces are packaged in our 100% cotton pouches that have been handmade by a wonderful women’s organisation in Nepal. We only use 100% recycled paper, and traditional ink and hand pressed stamps for all of our branding and packaging.

Our Artisans

We work very closely with a Newar family in Nepal to hand make our Wood components. Our natural scarves, bags and cotton gift pouches are handmade by a women’s co-op in Kathmandu Valley.

Our relationships are built on trust, equality, fair trade and our long term goal is to bring meaningful change to their lives, as well as demonstrating a fairer alternative to businesses seeking trade with third world communities. Woodfolk is a proud member of the Fair Trade Association of Australia and New Zealand.

Woodfolk is based on the lands of the Cadigal people of the Eora nation. We acknowledge them as the Traditional Owners of the land on which we work, and recognise their continuing connection to land, waters and culture. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

Please take your time and enjoy!