Stitches by Sass & Quinn is an exhibition of crocheted pieces by Swaantje Sass and wool embellished work by Diana Quinn. Both use stitches in very different ways and to very different effects. Up close you see individual stitches and textures; from a distance, colors and designs dominate. Please drop in and enjoy this fun…

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 you can join us virtually, whichever suits you best. So, drop in when you can and stay for as…

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 you can join us virtually, whichever suits you best. So, drop in when you can and stay for as…

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 you can join us virtually, whichever suits you best. So, drop in when you can and stay for as…

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…

Geri Forkner has traveled the world to learn about textiles and her talk tonight will showcase some of the traditional techniques and innovative technologies she has found. She will also connect the dots from 1998 Atlanta to 2022 Knoxville through Convergence, the biennial conference sponsored by the Handweaver’s Guild of America. Please join us either in person at…

Nuno or laminated felt offers endless possibilities for creating unusual lightweight fabrics by taking advantage of the different shrinkage properties of wool and silk. The “tools” are simple – bubble wrap, hot water, and soap – and the technique is as close to instant gratification you can get in the fiber world. Start exploring this limitless technique by…

Try your hand at two different silk painting techniques in this two-session class for beginners! You’ll start session 1 with an overview of silk dyes and a quick painting demonstration. Then you’ll use a resist to draw or trace a design onto a small piece of silk, heat set it with an iron, and add glorious…

Please join us for our November Book Club Meeting! We’ll be discussing Expressive Stitches: A ‘no-rules’ guide to creating original textile art by Jan Dowson. Discover Jan’s unique sketchbook process, where she stores and collects natural items, and explores different patterns, textures, media, and markings to cultivate her final design. See her simple yet effective…