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A New Book in the Library A lovely new book has hit the bookshops, and it’s available in the library. Abstract Textiles (Colour, Shape and Pattern in Textile Art), by Anne Kelly. From Amish quilts through to contemporary makers, abstract textile work is a captivating art form that can capture a mood or feeling.
International wearable paper art competition. Presented in partnership with the Devonport City Council. Biennial event. Next event spring 2026. Entries NOW OPEN (close 16 Feb). Follow us on socials & sign up to our mailing list for all the news!
New books on textiles from many countries…………… Details in the shop of the Selvedge magazine. “Textiles have always travelled and hold the stories of these migrations in its structure. Long before the language of trade agreements and tariffs, cloth moved quietly across continents — carried by camel caravans, folded into bundles that bore not only fibre but culture, knowledge and…
Photos from the many and varied projects brought to the December Social Stitch Day at Kingborough Women’s Club can now be viewed here.
A New Workshop for 2026 Stitching in Relief with Irene Manion will run from May 9th to May 11 at Makers Workshop, Moonah Arts Centre. To learn more and book, click here. TEXTILE BIENNALE AND ESZTER BORNEMISZA Eszter is returning to Hobart, 28-30 January, to challenge us to explore “Fusion – Combining Paper & Fiber “. This workshop fortuitously coincides with Glenys’s third…
A short YouTube video on Australian textiles inspired by natural flora Australian natives inspire textile designs | Inspired by Nature | ABC Australia Are you looking for a good read or a self-gifted present? Look no further. “The Lives of Great Makers” refers to a recent, richly illustrated book from the Victoria & Albert Museum (V&A), showcasing the biographies of…