Current & Upcoming
March Lunchtime Fiber Open Studio
Mar 04, 2025 10:00AM—Mar 28, 2025 2:00PM
SEFAA Center 3420 W. Hospital Ave. Chamblee, GA 30341
RegisterPlease 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…
View MoreBetwixt & Between: New Interpretations of Quilting
Mar 08, 2025 1:00PM—Apr 30, 2025 4:00PM
SEFAA Center 3420 W. Hospital Ave. Chamblee, GA 30341
RegisterOpening Reception March 8, 2025, from 1 to 4 pm On exhibit from March 8 through April 30, 2024 T 10 to 2, W to Sat 10-4, and by appointment at the Southeast Fiber Arts Alliance 3420 W. Hospital Ave., Chamblee, GA 30341 678.235.4328 | info@fiberartsalliance.org Betwixt & Between: New Interpretations of Quilting is a stunning exhibition of…
View MoreDocent 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
RegisterJoin 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…
View MoreStitching Time
Apr 02, 2025 7:00PM—8:00PM
RegisterIf 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…
View MoreA Journey of Weaving Traditional Coverlets
Apr 04, 2025 6:30PM—7:30PM
Online
RegisterEmbark 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…
View MoreMake 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
RegisterDiscover 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…
View MoreRibs Your Way: An Introduction to Rib Basket Weaving
Apr 06, 2025 10:00AM—4:00PM
SEFAA Center 3420 W. Hospital Ave. Chamblee, GA 30341
RegisterExperience 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…
View MorePricing Party
Apr 09, 2025 10:00AM—12:30PM
SEFAA Center 3420 W. Hospital Ave Suite 103 Chamblee, GA 30341
RegisterJoin us for our monthly Sorting & Pricing Party at SEFAA! We always have a treasure trove of textile and fiber-related donations, and we need your help sorting, pricing, and organizing them. This is a great way to give back, connect with fellow fiber lovers, and get first dibs on new stock before it hits…
View MoreApril Book Club Meeting
Apr 15, 2025 7:00PM—8:00PM
Online
RegisterJoin us as we explore The Rarest Blue: The Remarkable Story of an Ancient Color Lost to History and Rediscovered by Baruch Sterman. This book uncovers the history, science, and cultural significance of tekhelet, a rare and sacred blue dye that held deep spiritual meaning before disappearing for centuries. Through a blend of history, chemistry,…
View MorePaper and Fabric Marbling
Apr 19, 2025 9:00AM—Apr 20, 2025 4:00PM
SEFAA Center 3420 W. Hospital Ave. Chamblee, GA 30341
RegisterDiscover 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…
View MoreLove Your Blending Board
May 17, 2025 1:00AM—4:00PM
SEFAA Center 3420 W. Hospital Ave Suite 103 Chamblee, GA 30341
RegisterThink the blending board is just for rolags? Think again! You can card rolags and other roll-ups, roving, batts, and more with this powerhouse tool, and this class will show you how. With a few budget-friendly accessories and Debbie’s expert tips, you’ll learn to maximize your board’s potential. Expect hands-on fun, plenty of fiber to take…
View MoreBook 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
RegisterCome 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,…
View MoreSpinning Cotton with a Charka
May 31, 2025 12:00AM—4:00PM
SEFAA Center 3420 W. Hospital Ave. Chamblee, GA 30341
RegisterCotton spinning is for everyone! In this class, you’ll learn to spin cotton on a charkha, a portable spinning wheel that originated in India. Charkhas are ideal for spinning very short fibers like cotton since each rotation of the drive wheel inserts a high amount of twist into the yarn you are spinning. In this…
View MoreHistoric Linens: A Weaver’s Research Journey
May 31, 2025 6:30PM—7:30PM
Online
RegisterSkip 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…
View MoreBeaded Kumihimo Bracelet
Jun 01, 2025 9:00AM—1:00PM
SEFAA Center 3420 W. Hospital Ave. Chamblee, GA 30341
RegisterKumihimo is an ancient Japanese braiding technique traditionally used to create decorative silk cords. Today, many materials are used for kumihimo braids – from yarn and ribbon to leather cords – and beads are often incorporated for extra bling. In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how this versatile technique can be used to create everything…
View MoreStars and Nines – Beginning Quilting
Jun 15, 2025 1:00PM—Jul 20, 2025 4:00PM
SEFAA Center 3420 W. Hospital Ave. Chamblee, GA 30341
RegisterReady to dive into the world of quilting? Join us for a fun, hands-on quilting adventure that’s perfect for beginners and anyone looking to take their skills to the next level! Over five engaging sessions, you will learn the essentials of quilting, while creating a stunning Stars and Nines Quilt (44” x 57”). What’s in store?…
View MoreStitching Through Time: A Folkwear Pattern Showcase & Sale
Aug 02, 2025 3:00PM—4:30PM
SEFAA Center 3420 W. Hospital Ave. Chamblee, GA 30341
RegisterStarted in California in the 1970s, Folkwear provides sewing patterns based on authentic vintage and folk garments from around the world. Their patterns are flexible enough to be used for historical and theatrical costuming as well as for making unique everyday wear. Folkware believes that sewing is made richer and more enjoyable when you understand…
View MoreBeginners Quilt Binding
Aug 17, 2025 1:00PM—4:00PM
SEFAA Center 3420 W. Hospital Ave. Chamblee, GA 30341
RegisterReady to add the perfect finishing touch to your quilt? Join us for a fun, hands-on binding basics class that will have you binding like a pro in just three hours! Learn how to: Cut double-fold binding using various techniques – on the bias, cross-grain, and straight-of-grain. Create a continuous binding strip with ease. Master…
View MoreSpinning Cotton with a Charka
Aug 23, 2025 1:00PM—5:00PM
SEFAA Center 3420 W. Hospital Ave. Chamblee, GA 30341
RegisterCotton spinning is for everyone! In this class, you’ll learn to spin cotton on a charkha, a portable spinning wheel that originated in India. Charkhas are ideal for spinning very short fibers like cotton since each rotation of the drive wheel inserts a high amount of twist into the yarn you are spinning. In this…
View MoreBead Felted Tapestry Crochet Bag
Sep 20, 2025 12:30PM—4:30PM
SEFAA Center 3420 W. Hospital Ave Suite 103 Chamblee, GA 30341
RegisterExplore the magic of bead tapestry crochet combined with wet felting! Tapestry crochet allows you to create intricate patterns by working with multiple yarn colors at the same time, switching between them to form your design. Bead tapestry crochet adds an extra dimension—beads are pre-strung onto individual yarns and incorporated into select stitches. In this…
View MoreFlat Tapestry Crochet
Sep 21, 2025 12:30AM—4:30PM
SEFAA Center 3420 W. Hospital Ave Suite 103 Chamblee, GA 30341
RegisterFlat tapestry crochet is a versatile colorwork technique that allows you to create intricate, multi-colored designs while working back and forth in rows. Unlike traditional crochet, where the back of the stitch appears on every other row, flat tapestry crochet ensures that only the front of each stitch is visible on the face of your…
View MoreDesigning Artists’ Books
Sep 27, 2025 1:00PM—Sep 28, 2025 4:00PM
SEFAA Center 3420 W. Hospital Ave. Chamblee, GA 30341
RegisterLearn the essentials of bookbinding in this hands-on class! You’ll explore a variety of binding techniques, including: Strap-Bound Book – A distinctive binding where pages are secured between the covers with straps. Flag Book (Single & Double) –sculptural book based on an accordion book with papers (flags) glued to one or both sides of the accordion. Back-to-Back…
View MoreBlock Printed Tote Bags
Nov 14, 2025 10:00AM—4:00PM
SEFAA Center 3420 W. Hospital Ave. Chamblee, GA 30341
RegisterLearn the fundamentals of block printing in this fun introductory class! You’ll design and carve your own printmaking block and then use it to print on paper and a canvas tote bag. In the process, you’ll fall in love with the ancient technique of block printing. What to expect: How to transfer your simple design…
View MoreEco-print and Needle Felt a Wall Hanging
Nov 15, 2025 10:00AM—Nov 16, 2025 4:00PM
SEFAA Center 3420 W. Hospital Ave. Chamblee, GA 30341
RegisterCraft a stunning wall hanging in this two-day beginner-friendly class while you learn to combine two magical techniques – eco printing and needle felting! On Day 1, you’ll dive into eco-printing, using plant materials to transfer prints from nature onto an 18″ x 24″ piece of raw silk. You’ll also learn how to use a dye…
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