Upcoming short film by Liam Young features cast of international designers lead by Ane Crabtree in techno-utopian vision of the future of planet earth.

In this article by Claire Armistead of The Guardian, we are taken through the story of the infamous Quilters of Gee’s Bend Alabama. “They made Quilts to keep the cold at bay. And their bold creations ended up being hailed as masterpieces-the equivalent of Jazz and Blues, tokens of solace and defiance in tragic times.”

The iconic designs of Suzie Zuzek, artist behind Lilly Pulitzer’s vibrant 1960’s and 70’s brand resurface after years presumed lost. The story of an artist whose work is familiar to millions, whose designs majorly impacted material culture but whose name was little known.

A summer spent avoiding shopping and excavating our closets has yielded some surprising revelations. From an article in the New York Times.

Outstanding work from Parsons’ graduating MFA students.

From the perspective of the small business rather than the artist per se, but many of us wear both hats. Sobering, yet with the clarity that can drive us to fruitful action.

Popular Mechanics recently published an article featuring e-textiles that incorporate vibration patterns, altering the perception of one’s own body.

A podcast that reminds us of our better natures, the advantages of kindness, and the evolutionary benefits of looking out for one another.

“I think of every house in lockdown as an alchemical hut. Millions of them. This enforced solitude is going to produce many different responses.”

TextileArtist.org has launched a “Community Stitch Challenge,” which invites viewers to connect with other passionate embroiders through short video workshops.

Go behind the scenes at the Royal Tapestry Manufactory at the Gobelins in Paris, and view this video from The Getty’s blog.

From an MRSA Quilt to a Plague Dress, how artists are transforming the intersection of medicine and textiles

Los Angeles-based artist, Liza Lou, has invited other artists and the general public to join her in a communal art project titled “Apartogether.”

Links to articles and resources for making masks, supporting third party makers, and where/how to distribute. We welcome constructive comments and additional resources.

More resources for face masks

“A wide, sensual array of materials, methods, and imagery are being employed to engage viewers and encourage dialogue… Artists are questioning socio-political systems, exposing atrocities and advocating for civil rights.”

We’ve been obsessed with finding fresh produce, and keeping our local farmers and local economies healthy (economically and socially). Here are some alternative sources for your weekly grocery run.

Craft Contemporary launched a new website. One of the features are beautifully photographed artist studio tours.

Bookshop is an online bookstore with a mission to financially support independent bookstores and give back to the book community.

With a title like this, do we need to say more? Link through for a high brow way to be artsy and meditative.