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February Lunchtime Fiber Open Studio

Feb 04, 2025 10:00AM—Feb 27, 2025 2:00PM

SEFAA Center 3420 W. Hospital Ave. Chamblee, GA 30341

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Please join us for Lunchtime Fiber open studios! There will be plenty of time for show and tell, sharing of ideas and tips, problem-solving, and having fun. You can hang out with us at the SEFAA Center or join us virtually, whichever suits you best. So, drop in when you can and stay as long as you’d…

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Explorations in Double Weave

Mar 02, 2025 11:00AM—1:00PM

SEFAA Center 3420 W. Hospital Ave Suite 103 Atlanta, GA 30341

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Double weave is an ingenious weaving technique that enables you to create two-layered cloth while interconnecting and exchanging the layers. Join us to explore the versatility and creativity of this technique through a dynamic PowerPoint lecture supplemented with hands-on samples. Erika’s presentation will cover:  a brief historical overview of double weave. the different types of…

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Stitching Time

Mar 05, 2025 7:00PM—8:00PM

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If you hand stitch, this fun, free, monthly virtual gathering is for you. Share your work(s) in progress, seek and share creative and technical advice, and enjoy time with others who share your stitch passion. Sign up to receive the Zoom link and then grab your beverage of choice on the first Wednesday of each…

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Pricing Party

Mar 12, 2025 10:00AM—12:30PM

SEFAA Center 3420 W. Hospital Ave Suite 103 Chamblee, GA 30341

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Join us for a Volunteer Sorting & Pricing Party at SEFAA! We receive a treasure trove of textile and fiber-related donations, and we need your help to sort, price, and organize them. This is a great way to give back, connect with fellow fiber lovers, and get first dibs on new stock before it hits…

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Docent Tour: Threads of Change at MODA

Mar 29, 2025 1:00PM—3:00PM

Museum of Design Atlanta (MODA) 1315 Peachtree St. NE Atlanta, GA 30309

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Join us for a special docent tour of Threads of Change: Design & Data at the Museum of Design Atlanta (MODA). This exhibition explores how fiber artists use textiles to transform climate and ecological data into immersive, large-scale works that tell powerful stories about our planet’s past, present, and future. Featured works include: Black Gold Tapestry…

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A Journey of Weaving Traditional Coverlets

Apr 04, 2025 6:30PM—7:30PM

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Embark on an incredible journey through the rich history of American textile art as Cassie Dickson shares her 40-year adventure in mastering traditional coverlet weaving. Coverlets are bed coverings that reached the height of their popularity in America between the 1830s and 1860s. Early coverlets were traditionally crafted with a plain-weave linen or cotton ground cloth and…

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Make it Your Way Basket: An Introduction to Basket Weaving

Apr 05, 2025 10:00AM—4:00PM

SEFAA Center 3420 W. Hospital Ave. Chamblee, GA 30341

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Discover the timeless craft of basket weaving in this relaxing, hands-on class, where you'll learn to create your very own wood-based basket. Led by expert instructor Bev Larson, whose passion for weaving spans over three decades, this class offers a welcoming environment for beginners and seasoned weavers alike. Throughout the session, you'll start with a…

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Ribs Your Way: An Introduction to Rib Basket Weaving

Apr 06, 2025 10:00AM—4:00PM

SEFAA Center 3420 W. Hospital Ave. Chamblee, GA 30341

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Experience the timeless craft of rib basket weaving in this hands-on class where you’ll learn to create your very own unique basket. Choose from a variety of rib basket styles, including the classic melon basket, the intricate Irish knitting basket, the traditional egg basket, or the whimsical hen basket. You’ll gain valuable skills in rib…

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Paper and Fabric Marbling

Apr 19, 2025 9:00AM—Apr 20, 2025 4:00PM

SEFAA Center 3420 W. Hospital Ave. Chamblee, GA 30341

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Discover the art and magic of marbling and create stunning patterns on fabric and paper in this engaging two-day introductory class!  What You’ll Do: Day 1: Master foundational techniques, experiment with color and pattern, and explore traditional and modern designs. Day 2: Dive deeper into reproducing specific patterns, fine-tune color balance in the marbling tank, and…

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Book Signing with Deborah Held – The Spinner’s Blending Board Bible

May 18, 2025 1:00PM—4:00PM

SEFAA Center 3420 W. Hospital Ave Suite 103 Chamblee, GA 30341

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Come meet author Debbie Held and celebrate the launch of her new book, The Spinner’s Blending Board Bible, where she reveals innovative techniques for transforming your fiber preparation into a creative adventure! As more and more spinners delve into fiber preparation for intentional spinning, the blending board has become more popular than ever before. It’s space-efficient,…

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Historic Linens: A Weaver’s Research Journey

May 31, 2025 6:30PM—7:30PM

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Skip back in time with Cassie as she takes us on a deep dive into the world of antique linen textiles and the time-honored techniques that inspire her work today. She’ll guide us through the fascinating process of growing flax and processing the fiber using authentic 18th and 19th-century tools, including: an analysis of antique spun yarns…

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Past | Archive

February Book Club Meeting

Feb 18, 2025 7:00PM—8:00PM

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2025 SEFAA Annual Meeting & Fiber Free-for-All: A Night of Community and Creativity!

Feb 08, 2025 1:00PM—3:00PM

SEFAA Center 3420 W. Hospital Ave Suite 103 Atlanta, GA 30341

Stitching Time

Feb 05, 2025 7:00PM—8:00PM

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Functional and Fun: Apron Sewing Workshop

Jan 26, 2025 1:00PM—5:00PM

SEFAA Center 3420 W. Hospital Ave. Chamblee, GA 30341

January Book Club Meeting

Jan 21, 2025 7:00PM—8:00PM

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Tour Patterns in Abstraction: Black Quilts from the High Museum’s Collection

Jan 04, 2025 10:00AM—12:00PM

High Museum of Art 1280 Peachtree St NE Atlanta, GA 30309