Fibrefest

09/26/2021

Be sure to sign up for these two great talks as we close out our Fibrefest month!

There's still time to sign up for the last two artist talks of Fibrefest 2021! with Tracey-Mae Chambers and "In the Middle of the World" with Judy Martin and Penny Berens. You can register for either here: http://almontefibrefest.ca/demonstrations

09/14/2021

This Saturday be sure to stop by the Mississippi Valley Textile Museum to listen to acclaimed teller Deborah Dunleavy spin a program of story, song and history all woven together around the theme of weaving.
This is an in-person outdoor FREE event!
Please RSVP to the Executive Director/Curator Michael Rikley-Lancaster at [email protected]
https://mailchi.mp/917af3cd3ac7/weaving-stories-presented-by-deborah-dunleavy?fbclid=IwAR26l3HitvbmDB937zgiPDKGrx6BY_3xR8pCMH1NyBIT3KHVMfY4zgbnRQo

Location: Outside at 297 Strathburn Street in Almonte Please enter at Malcolm Street entrance. Only park on the West side of Malcolm Street or on either side of Strathburn Street.   Note: Bring your own lawn chair and umbrella if it looks like rain. Please RSVP to the Executive Director/Curator Mi...

09/10/2021

It's a great morning to drop by the Mississippi Valley Textile Museum and see Tracy May Chambers exhibit going up!

Installation by Tracey-Mae Chambers at the museum is well under way! Come and see!

09/09/2021

This is happening tomorrow at Mississippi Valley Textile Museum ! Come watch the exhibit going up and then join in virtually on Sept. 13th for a talk with the artist.

Fibrefest 2021 Lecture Spotlight - Tracey-Mae Chambers

Come and see the artist install "Hope and Healing" outside the Museum this coming Friday Sept 10 starting at 8am, then join their lecture on Sept 13 by signing up here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/170049636039

09/07/2021

Have you heard about Fibreshed? Whether you've never heard of it or just want to learn a little more about it, join us virutally on September 12th to find out all about the Fibreshed movement with our guest Susan Fohr.
Susan Fohr will be speaking about the ways in which the Upper Canada Fibreshed is building networks between farmers, makers, and educators in southern Ontario.
RSVP Here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/fibreshed-talk-by-susan-fohr-tickets-170012651417

09/07/2021

This is happening this Tuesday, the 21st!! Get your tickets now!!

Get one last outdoor class in before the cold weather! Join our very own Shelagh Ryan to learn about the history of rug hooking and how to make your own. The best part about this class is all the supplies are included! Just bring a comfy chair, your favorite scissors, and lots of enthusiasm!
https://mvtm.ticketsplease.ca/product/workshop-mug-rug-rug-hooking-for-beginners/

09/07/2021

09/06/2021

Get out in the fresh air before the cold weather and get to make something awesome! Join Wendo, at the beautiful Olde Almonte Flour Mill for this unique experience!
https://mvtm.ticketsplease.ca/product/workshop-needle-felt-a-field-of-daisies/

In this 3-hour workshop we will needle felt a field of daisies on an industrial felt clutch bag. It measures 8″ x 12″ and has a zippered closure. It has a tab to hold a wrist handle. This workshop will be held on the terrace of the Almonte Flour Mill on the banks of the Mississippi River. It’s...

09/03/2021

Learn from Robin Whitford how to add depth to your rug hooking to make a more interesting and captivating design!

Fibrefest 2021 Workshop Spotlights #2 - Rug Hooking Depths -

For those interested in creating depth in your rug hooking designs, learn from Robin Whitford in her workshop on Wednesday, September 15. You can sign up and get more information here: https://mvtm.ticketsplease.ca/product/workshop-creating-deptth-in-your-rug-hooking-designs/

09/01/2021

Sign up for this great course taught by Jane Bridgeman!

Fibrefest 2021 Workshop Spotlights #1 - Tessellated Owls -

For those interested in hooking and punching, learn to hook or punch a tessellating pattern with Jane Bridgeman on Thursday, September 9th. You can sign up and get more information here: https://mvtm.ticketsplease.ca/product/workshop-tessellating-whimsical-owl-to-hook-or-punch/

08/30/2021

Learn to make art using beeswax and yarn with Len de Graaf on September 15th and 16th, a two day class!
Sign up at https://mvtm.ticketsplease.ca/product/workshop-yarn-painting-with-flair/ and don't miss this chance to make your own unique work of art!

Participants will learn a new way of making art with yarn and a beeswaxed covered board. Choose pieces of yarn to “yarn paint” a beautiful picture by pressing the yarn into the beeswax. Bring in a picture for reference or you can design your own art piece. All skill levels welcome! You will need...

08/27/2021

Fibrefest Workshops are now open!
Visit https://mvtm.ticketsplease.ca/ to sign up!
Don't be disappointed sign up quick!

08/25/2021

Have you bought tickets for our amazing guest lecture yet? This online event featuring two of Canada's finest and renowned craftsmen; Murray Gibson, and Donald Stuart who are currently exhbiting at the Mississippi Valley Textile Museum.
Get tickets here! https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/donald-stuart-and-murray-gibson-artist-talk-tickets-164031218791

Donald Stuart - Homage to Canadian Women Murray Gibson - Cloth and Consequence

06/05/2021

UPDATE!!!! About Fibrefest 2021: The in-person sale that normally takes place at the Almonte Community Centre is cancelled. We are going to focus instead on providing more workshops and demonstrations.
PLEASE READ BELOW FOR MORE INFORMATION

09/17/2020

Fibrefest is still happening online! Visit us online for early Christmas presents, that hard to shop for knitter, sewer, or textile enthusiast. Many vendors are offering discounts and free shipping/delivery for local residents!

DONATE NOW! FIBREFEST 2020 A festival of the fibre arts September 11 – 13, 2020 Now Online 2020 WORKSHOPSLearn Textile Techniques Virtually Register Here SPECIAL FEATUREVirtual Marketplace A full slate of returning and new vendors. Shop Here SCHEDULE Local guilds will virtually demonstrate spinnin...

09/14/2020

Virtual Fibrefest has been extended into this week by popular demand!