helping traditional skills flourish in our modern world
Dance music has an important role in our communities. It brings joy not only to those who play, but also to those who listen or dance. Being a part of this process on any level helps our world become a better place. Join us for two fun eclectic dance music sessions in our Farmhouse living […]
Local artisan and author, Peggy Hart joins us on March 14th at 7:30PM to celebrate her book, Wool: Unraveling an American Story of Artisans and Innovation. Wool: Unraveling an American Story of Artisans and Innovation In this beautiful book, our dear friend and neighbor Peggy Hart tells wool's colorful and surprisingly epic tale. She […]
Dance music has an important role in our communities. It brings joy not only to those who play, but also to those who listen or dance. Being a part of this process on any level helps our world become a better place. Join us for two fun eclectic dance music sessions in our Farmhouse living […]
Dance music has an important role in our communities. It brings joy not only to those who play, but also to those who listen or dance. Being a part of this process on any level helps our world become a better place. Join the Fabric of Life Fireside Orchestra for an evening of Contra Dancing […]
Do you want to learn how to dye yarn or fabric with plants you have planted, tended and harvested? Growing your own dye plants allows you to be connected to the colors you use in an intimate and thoughtful way. During the first part of this two hour workshop, natural dyer, weaver, and spinner, Michelle […]
On June 16, 2024, we hope you will make plans to join us for an amazing afternoon of fiddle tunes with Master Cape Breton Fiddlers Troy MacGillivray and Mari Black! Fiddlers: Join us for an amazing afternoon, starting at 2:30pm, where Troy and Mari will teach us tunes and coach on the well known and […]
Join us for a family-friendly day of working steer and oxen demonstrations. We will have teamsters working with steers and oxen of various ages. Bring your family and learn about this traditional form of draft power, meet some amazing animals, and find out why working oxen are making a comeback in New England. We will […]
Almost every tool can benefit from a properly maintained edge including shovels, hoes, loppers, knives and axes. During this 2.5 hour workshop, Shelby will discuss the principles of maintaining edge tools from storage and use to sharpening. He will demonstrate many different methods of sharpening that can be replicated in your own home, shop, or […]
Singing Ukulele Retreat featuring Jim Beloff and Kate O'Connor Last year Fabric of Life offered a new musical program as part of its ongoing efforts to preserve and promote traditional skills which enrich our daily lives: the Singing Ukulele Retreat. Its success has inspired us to bring the program back this summer with two superb musicians. […]
During this full day workshop, you will make your own Mokok ash bark basket, sew it with spruce root, and rim it with arrowwood or willow. Our instructor, Jennifer Lee, is an independent student of American Indian history and culture, past and present and has been teaching bark basket making for over 20 years.
Väv Immersion is an 8-week Scandinavian weaving intensive co-sponsored by Fabric of Life and Vävstuga Weaving School. This comprehensive course includes challenging projects, extensive theory classes, and an immersive artisanal community. Väv Immersion is an experience to be remembered for a lifetime. The knowledge gained from this program creates a foundation for further professional opportunities such […]
Join us at Barnfest on October 5th, 2024! You won’t want to miss our biggest community event of the year! We will have a variety of demonstrations, mini-workshops, raffles, a buffet dinner, and after-dinner musical entertainment into the wee hours of the morning. Barnfest is a FREE full day event that includes local crafters and […]
Do you want to learn how to use the dye plants you have grown to dye yarn or fabric? Making your own dyes allows you to be connected to the colors you use in an intimate and thoughtful way. During this workshop, natural dyer, weaver, and spinner, Michelle Parrish will teach techniques for using natural dye […]
Väv Immersion Celebration & GRAND EXHIBITION Friday, Oct 18, 4-6 pm – Come and go as you please! 80 Bassett Road, Shelburne Center MA 01370 Meet our wonderful students! See an exhibit of their work Celebrate their accomplishments YUMMY Edible treats & stories of their weaving days FOR 8 WEEKS They have been DESIGNING WEAVING […]
Learn the craft of broom making and weave your own shaker combo broom during this 2.5 hour workshop with Eva Gaultney. Each session is limited to 8 participants. Register for Morning Session 10AM to 12:30PM EST Register for Afternoon Session 1:30PM to 4PM EST
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