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A New Book in the Library For the Kantha enthusiasts, a beautiful and informative addition to the library by Ekta Kaul. You might rise to the challenge of moving from unembellished utilitarian Kantha to embellished Kantha after reading this book!. A Short Documentary The Quilters is about men in a Missouri maximum-security prison who design and sew beautiful, personalized quilts…
Why some clothes shrink They do write with caution re the final outcome, but this is an interesting article. Book review “Textiles on Film” Peterson challenges readers to contemplate a fabric’s social connotations, its historical and cultural meaning, its production and materiality and to allow fabric to become a “complex frame through which we can examine film.” YouTube video Textile…
What happens when we choose to spend a long time looking at something with real attention? As artists, we’re accustomed to slowing down, employing close observation and attention to detail.
Do you create best in the middle of the night? One Sunday recently, people started chatting, and it was surprising how many of us woke at silly o’clock or stupid
Slow stitch and cloth journals For those interested in slow stitching and journal-making, some of our members have recommended YouTube videos by the following practitioners: Slow stitcher Jeri Bellini has
Sights to see on the North Island If you happen to be travelling to NSW or Victoria, keep your eye on these four galleries, all specialising in textile and fibre
The Age of Konsthantverk! If this has your attention read on! Interviews with Textile Artists Take your pick from this search. Do you have one? I am sure a lot
20 Best Australian Textile Blogs and Websites in 2024 So many textile bloggers in one spot. Tip: if you don’t want to add your email to access the site, do
Fibre Forum Newsletter For those who do not receive this in your inbox click here to see what is happening in the Australian textile world. Listen Up! Weaving Voices is
An interesting publication many members may be interested in. Text by the Pale Rook If you just feel like massively treating yourself to something special, I can highly recommend this