STEWARDS of CRAFT
A lifelong collaboration
Clay and Todd's journey began in 2003 with a serendipitous meeting in Asheville, NC. Clay, then a textile artist interning while studying at the Rhode Island School of Design, met Todd, who had returned from Texas to care for his father and work in retail management. Their connection, rooted in a mutual love for travel and a desire to explore beyond their Southern roots, quickly grew into a lasting bond.
In 2004, they moved to New York City, where Clay advanced his artistic work in textiles and Todd built his career in retail operations. Immersed in the city’s vibrant creative culture, they developed the foundation for a shared vision—quietly nurturing the idea of building something together that would blend their talents and passions. That vision took shape after relocating to Atlanta, where they launched Clay McLaurin Studio, a textile brand inspired by Clay’s original artwork and their shared love of design.
As the business flourished, they took a leap and acquired LA Mills, a weaving mill in Los Angeles that connected them to America's weaving tradition.
Soon after, they rebranded as McLaurin & Piercy—an affirmation of their equal partnership and a commitment to textiles rooted in craft, authenticity, and purpose.
About the mill
LA Mills, founded in 1964, is a textile manufacturer rooted in Los Angeles’ Arts District and celebrated for its quality, creativity, and devotion to American craftsmanship. What began as a family-owned business has remained true to its intimate scale, where tradition and innovation continue to shape each fabric produced. Today, Clay and Todd carry this legacy forward with a skilled, hardworking team of designers and weavers, many of whom bring more than two decades of expertise to their craft.
LA Mills is where craftsmanship meets quiet artistry. Known for its refined approach to textile design, the mill specializes in custom warps and unique fabric constructions.
On vintage 20th-century looms, every process still relies on the human hand — from weavers tying on warps to inspectors and shippers ensuring each detail is just right. The result is a thoughtful range of interior textiles. Every fabric that leaves the mill reflects a deep respect for tradition, a love of detail, and a commitment to lasting craftsmanship.
Our inspiration
Our creative journey is deeply inspired by places where ancient trade routes sparked artistic revolutions and fostered the evolution of textile techniques. We’re drawn to the imagined paths of travelers and explorers—the people they met, the rooms they entered, and the objects they carried with them.