November Book Club Meeting

Please join us for our November 2024 Book Club Meeting! We’ll discuss Kantha: Sustainable Textiles and Mindful Making  by Ekta Kaul.

The word 'kantha' refers to both the style of running stitch and the finished cloth: quilted textiles made from multiple layers of cast-off cloth, traditionally embroidered with threads pulled out from the borders of old saris and dhotis. In this richly illustrated book, textile artist Ekta Kaul explores the history of the kantha tradition and finds objects of extraordinary beauty. She looks at how the kantha spirit inspires artists today, discusses creative techniques to help you develop your own interpretations, and provides a dictionary of fundamental kantha stitches with supporting images and instructions. Steeped in the ethos of sustainability, emotional repair, and mindful making, kantha will lead you to uncover a slower and more thoughtful approach to stitching.

Register to receive the Zoom link and join us via computer, tablet, or phone. See you there!