LACMA presents the 37th Annual Michele and Peter Berton Memorial Lecture: The Aesthetics of Textile Mountings for Japanese Painting.

Learn how to extend the natural strength of paper pulp to create both free-standing and wall-mounted works under the guidance of Mirena Kim. This centuries-old art form not only allows for creative expression but also offers environmental benefits by repurposing abundant wastepaper into stunning artistic creations.

Immerse yourself in a curated showcase of handcrafted goods, textiles, jewelry, and artworks by Indigenous artisans and artists. Support local creators as you explore the rich tapestry of Indigenous cultural expression.

Keystone Art Space Open Studios is a unique experience for art lovers and collectors of all levels to engage and connect with emerging and established artists in Los Angeles. Keystone artists welcome visitors into their workspaces to get a behind-the-scenes look into the creative process and purchase works directly from the artist.

Punch Needle Rug Hooking is a beautiful and relaxing fiber art form that enables you to create rugs, artwork, pillows and more!In this 4 hour workshop with with Micah Clasper-Torch, you'll learn all the basics of punch needle: preparing your design, selecting your yarn, punching techniques, troubleshooting and finishing your work, along with a whole bunch of tips and tricks along the way.

Join Textile Arts LA for our next Textile Slam! Strut Your Stuff

Join us for an exhilarating afternoon at our Fall Textile Slam as we celebrate creativity and innovation in the world of textile arts. Our talented team members will be presenting their current projects and we invite you to experience a fun fashion show showcasing members' wearable works.

An evening of conversation and slow stitching with Ann Wood. 

Learn to layer and stitch fabric scraps to form a small vessel. This is an improvisational and meditative process. The technique is simple, flexible and easy to do. 

Work with fiber artist and fashion designer Cayetano Talavera to learn to extract dyes from madder roots and marigolds as we explore the art of natural dyeing. Using resist dyeing techniques, participants will create unique patterns on a cotton bandana, leaving with a personalized creation and a newfound appreciation for natural dyeing.

Come join a gathering of eight friends who are collectors & creators to show, sell or trade creations and items with each other and our guests. We convene in Judy’s back yard. Judy's home is in historic Country Club Park in Mid City LA, near Arlington & Olympic with easy free street parking so come & bring your friends!

Please join the UCLA SNF Hellenic Center and the Greek Heritage Society for an exciting lecture, a weaving demo, an exhibition of works of our grandmothers, a walk through history, a glimpse into the future, and even a savory bite to eat.

In this hands-on workshop with TALA member Debra Disman, participants will learn how to create the kinetic and versatile “Flag Book” structure, as well as a full-page variant, termed the “Folded Fan”. You’ll learn how to make folded page variations, and how to create one and two-cut apertures and pop-ups. With a focus on textiles and fiber, participants will explore ways to develop, embellish, and adorn their books with texture, color, pattern, and image, as well as how to employ “found writing” to add text.

Come learn about patchwork and visible mending techniques using vintage Japanese textiles provided by BORO BORO! This workshop will provide a brief intro to the history of Japanese mending and various stitching styles and techniques used for visible mending.

Now you can learn how to make beautiful permanent designs on silk fabric with TALA member Beth Abaravich. Utilizing the time honored technique of gutta resist and silk dyes, students will create unique pieces of wearable art.

Field Trip with Textile Arts | LA Peeps!
We have arranged a Self-guided Group tour of the acclaimed exhibit Mickalene Thomas: All About Love

Explore the captivating technique of ice dyeing with artist Tifanie White using fiber reactive dyes in both powder and liquid forms. Learn how to arrange fabric and dyes under ice, allowing the melting process to distribute the colors in wonderfully unpredictable ways. Embrace the element of surprise as each piece transforms into a unique creation.

Punch Needle Rug Hooking is a beautiful and relaxing fiber art form that enables you to create rugs, artwork, pillows and more!In this 4 hour workshop with with Micah Clasper-Torch, you'll learn all the basics of punch needle: preparing your design, selecting your yarn, punching techniques, troubleshooting and finishing your work, along with a whole bunch of tips and tricks along the way.