Bengala Dye Workshop

Bengala Dye Workshop

Erna Janine of Freeweaver Saori Studio reflects on her experiences of the Festival of Natural Fibres 2019. Janine facilitated the event and led a Bengala Dye workshop. Festival of Natural Fibres 2019 On a quiet Saturday last November, I was excited to once again help...
Spinning a Yarn: Clicks that Tell a Tale

Spinning a Yarn: Clicks that Tell a Tale

Rose quietly moved around the festival venue, a heritage iron forgery in London. Capturing the mood and sights of the day with her camera. A few felt her presence, but she made our collective experience memorable with her photos. Images with stories and stories within...
Weaving from Within: Narratives from Kutch

Weaving from Within: Narratives from Kutch

A Digital Satsang: Weaving for Hope It is a season for digital events; beginning to lose its lustre. I was a bit hesitant to log in for an event on weaving and bhanjan mandlis hosted by Khamir. I am glad I did. It was a genuine dialogue, not a repetition of...
Festival of Natural Fibres 2019

Festival of Natural Fibres 2019

The Festival of Natural Fibres 2019 was organised at Craft Central. This event brought together fashion and textiles designers and sustainability experts. People who source natural fibres for themselves and their businesses also joined the event. The venue in London’s...
Reflections on organising the Festival

Reflections on organising the Festival

Background The Festival of Natural Fibres 2019 was organised at Craft Central. This event brought together fashion and textiles designers and sustainability experts. Those who are looking to learn about and source natural fibres – for themselves and their...