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ALBUQUERQUE FIBER ARTS COUNCIL
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The Albuquerque Fiber Arts Council, Inc.,
a not-for-profit organization operating with the support of co-sponsoring fiber arts guilds, acts through educational programs, funding and public exhibits, to ensure the current and future viability of fiber arts for our guilds, fiber artists, and the larger community. |
THE FIBER ARTS FIESTA is presented in odd
numbered years with the cooperation of the Council's 18 participating guilds. It's a three-day event full of color and excitement! |
ABQ MODERN QUILT GUILD
The ALBUQUERQUE MODERN QUILT GUILD (#ABQMQG or @ABQMQG) meets the first Tuesday of each month; North Domingo Baca Center (7521 Carmel NE Albuquerque NM 87113). Meetings open at 6 pm and convene at 6:30 pm, featuring programs, activities, show and tell and an extensive Modern Quilting Lending Library. Monthly Sew Days are to support charity and other educational projects as are Quilt Along groups. Dues of $40 cover membership for a calendar year and enable membership in the national Modern Quilt Guild as well. amqg.wildapricot.org/ Email: [email protected] |
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ATTL has a booth at the Taos Wool Festival for
member sales. We also have Rag Rug Festivals and shows in Santa Fe. All are welcome to join. Membership is $25 per year. Send check made out to ATTL along with your name and address to: Kathy Konecki, 2500 Sawmill Road, Apt 823, Santa Fe, NM 87505. Weaving by Linda Running Bentley www.artthroughtheloom.com |
ART THRU THE LOOM
ATTL Art Through The Loom Guild was founded more than thirty-five years ago in the Northern Rio Grande Valley with the idea of training youth to work with traditional Chimayó weavers. It was the hope of members that by doing this, weaving traditions would be handed down through generations. The guild presents weaving exhibitions and promotes weaving and hand-spinning skills. Although the guild was begun on the premise of handing down traditional weaving practices, it is by no means limited to traditional looking pieces. The ATTL members are fiber artists with a strong commitment to weaving and all fiber arts. Member talents include weaving, natural dyeing, dye sublimation, hand spinning, knitting, needle felting, wet felting, rug hooking, sewing, quilting, crochet, beading, fiber art jewelry, fiber clothing, millinery, fiber preparation, and animal husbandry. Our members’ skill levels range from beginners to certified instructors. Our meetings occur four times per year, usually in the Santa Fe or Abiquiu Area. |
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COLCHA FRIENDS
We are a group of Northern New Mexicans who are interested in preserving and promoting the art and tradition of Colcha Embroidery. Many of us are artists. Northern New Mexico artists are still creating art by using the Spanish Colonial Colcha embroidery technique. Please consider joining us, following our page or attending our events! Visit our Facebook Colcha Friends or email us at [email protected] 706 E. Bond Street Española New Mexico |
NEW MEXICO FIBER ARTS CENTER
(ESPAÑOLA VALLEY FIBER ARTS CENTER (EVFAC))
The New Mexico Fiber Arts Center supports the creativity of artists who work with fiber and their
unique handmade creations. The New Mexico Fiber Arts Center fosters and builds upon Fiber Arts
traditions practiced in New Mexico. The Fiber Arts begin with the shepherd or farmer and end with
the client who values the locally handmade product. The New Mexico Fiber Arts Center promotes
a Fiber Ecosystem that grows, harvests, prepares and uses fibers creatively. Appreciation for the
value of the Fiber Arts builds The New Mexico Fiber Arts Center’s community through
collaborative efforts that respect heritage and foster economic sustainability.
Hours: Thursday, Friday & Saturday | 10AM - 5PM
325 South Paseo de Oñate
Española, NM 87532
(505) 747-3577
www.nmfiberartscenter.org
(ESPAÑOLA VALLEY FIBER ARTS CENTER (EVFAC))
The New Mexico Fiber Arts Center supports the creativity of artists who work with fiber and their
unique handmade creations. The New Mexico Fiber Arts Center fosters and builds upon Fiber Arts
traditions practiced in New Mexico. The Fiber Arts begin with the shepherd or farmer and end with
the client who values the locally handmade product. The New Mexico Fiber Arts Center promotes
a Fiber Ecosystem that grows, harvests, prepares and uses fibers creatively. Appreciation for the
value of the Fiber Arts builds The New Mexico Fiber Arts Center’s community through
collaborative efforts that respect heritage and foster economic sustainability.
Hours: Thursday, Friday & Saturday | 10AM - 5PM
325 South Paseo de Oñate
Española, NM 87532
(505) 747-3577
www.nmfiberartscenter.org
Spring Fling 2023 Quilt Show
The 16th Judged Las Colcheras Quilt Show Las Colcheras will present a great collection of judged quilts, special exhibits, door prizes, demonstrations and more both days. [email protected] |
LAS COLCHERAS
www.lcqg.org MEETS AT 1185 E MADRID AVENUE Las Cruces, NM 88004 THE QUILT SHOW IS A BIENNIAL EVENT Spring Fling 2023 Quilt Show The 16th Judged Las Colcheras Quilt Show Friday, February 3 & Saturday, February 4, 2023 9am to 5pm Las Cruces Convention Center 680 University Avenue, Las Cruces, New Mexico $7.00 – One day entry fee $12.00 – Two day entry fee Children under 12 are free |
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El Rancho de las Golondrinas (The Ranch of the Swallows) a historic rancho and now a living history museum, was strategically located on the Camino Real, the Royal Road that extended from Mexico City to Santa Fe. The ranch provided goods for trade and was a place where the caravans that plied the road would stop on their journey coming from or going to Santa Fe. It was a paraje, an official rest stop for travelers, and was even mentioned by the great military leader and governor, Don Juan Bautista de Anza, when he stopped here with his expeditionary force in 1780.
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The Southwest's Premier Living History Museum
Santa Fe, New Mexico 334 Los Pinos Road Santa Fe, NM 87507 505-471-2261 golondrinas.org |
SPIDERS MARKET
Spiders’ Market is an annual spring Guild sale where Las Arañas members sell their fiber related items. There will be clothing, accessories, decor, rugs, handwoven towels, tapestries, and much more! All items are handmade by Las Aranas members. SHEEP TO SHAWL
is the result of a joint effort between the Las Arañas Spinners and Weavers Guild and the New Mexico Wool Growers. Since 1970, we have been demonstrating the steps of wool processing, from shearing a sheep to carding, spinning, dyeing and weaving wool into fabric. |
LAS ARAÑAS SPINNERS AND WEAVERS GUILD
Since 1970, Las Arañas has been sharing lectures, demonstrations, workshops and exhibits with the public to promote interest and education in weaving, spinning, dyeing and other fiber work. The group works with the New Mexico Wool Growers each year at the Sheep to Shawl booth at the New Mexico State Fair demonstrating shearing, spinning, dyeing and weaving with items to sell. Meetings are usually held on alternating day and evening times, at the South Valley Multipurpose Senior Center, 2008 Larrazolo Rd SW, Albuquerque. www.lasaranas.org/ 
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LAS TEJEDORAS
is a northern New Mexico association of fiber artists that meets monthly (September-May) in Santa Fe. Founded in 1972 with just twenty members, today we have over 100 members of all levels of experience and fiber art disciplines to include: weaving, spinning, dyeing, quilting, felting, knitting, crocheting, beading, rug making, embroidery, fabric painting, etc. Our members’ creations reflect the rich fiber heritage of Santa Fe and northern New Mexico. Membership is open to anyone who loves the fiber arts. If you would like to meet other fiber artists and craftsmen, you are welcome to attend one of our meetings and see what we are all about. www.lastejedoras.org |
"We're Enchanted With Quilting!"
NMQA creates a Balloon Quilt each year as a
fundraiser at the Balloon Fiesta. Members create quilts for community service and teach children and senior citizens. |
NEW MEXICO QUILTERS ASSOCIATION
Albuquerque NMQA is an educational organization whose main purpose is to stimulate a greater interest in quilting, in its membership and in the community at large, by providing information about quilting and by providing instruction and training to people who are interested in the art of quilting. We have been providing education and service opportunities for quilters since 1974. www.nmqa.org |
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THE MIXED MEDIA TEXTILE ARTISTS OF NEW MEXICO
Who are we? The Mixed Media Textile Artists of New Mexico (MMTA) is an informal organization open to all who share an interest in mixed media textile art that is diverse in style and medium. It holds meetings and participates in the ABQ Fiber Arts Council and the Fiber Arts Fiesta. It also maintains an organizational blog. In addition, workshops and other events may be facilitated. |
QUILT FIESTA SANTA FE
is a biennial two day celebration of extraordinary quilting presented by the Northern New Mexico Quilt Guild. The event is held at the Santa Fe Community Convention Center and features over 200+ quilts that will be judged by a certified quilt judge. Some of the exhibited quilts will be for sale. Many exciting vendors will be open for your shopping pleasure, and the Gift Shop will have one-of-a-kind items made by our talented guild members. |
NORTHERN NEW MEXICO QUILT GUILD
The Guild’s Community Service program provides quilts to needy people, mostly children, through donations to other non-profit organizations in our community. So far this year, we have given 90 quilts and 20 pillowcases to La Familia, the NM School for the Deaf (Pre-K) and Casa Familia. Your donation of a pieced quilt-top and back will be matched with batting provided by the Guild and quilted by a volunteer. We will return your quilt for you to bind 0r find a volunteer to finish it for you. Of course, if you prefer using your own fabric and pattern and quilting your quilt, we greatly appreciation your donation. |
Board & Member meetings take place at the Visitor Center, 201 N Hudson Street in Silver City, NM. |
SOUTHWEST WOMEN'S FIBER ARTS COLLECTIVE
Incorporated in 2005, the Southwest Women's Fiber Arts Collective is a grassroots non-profit, 501(c)3 organization. Our goal is to stimulate and support successful cottage fiber industry in the Southwest. We provide communication and information among artisans and guilds about art & craft shows and sales, workshops, classes, and teachers. By creating a networking structure we improve opportunities for everyone working in fiber arts to gain skills and financial independence. fiberartscollective.org/ |
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THE SANTA FE BOOK ARTS GROUP
BAG was founded more than 120 years ago to share The love and knowledge of creating books by hand. We celebrate all aspects of the book, including writing, illustration, papermaking, and binding. Our 180+ active members participate in workshops, exhibits, and projects in Santa Fe and beyond. santafebag.org |
THE CAPITOL ROTUNDA EXHIBITION
Is held, by invitation, every 2 years, showing approximately member 100 works. 
Elemental – Earth, Water, Air, Fire by Brooke Remmert
2017 Rotunda Exhibition
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SOCORRO FIBER ARTS GUILD
The Socorro Fiber Arts Guild is a group that celebrates crafting and handiwork of all types. Our members sew, quilt, knit, crochet, spin, weave, and bead, to name just a few. We meet monthly to share our work and teach other members new techniques. |
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THE OVEJA PROJECT
The Oveja Project welcomes anyone interested in getting involved in elements
of the New Mexico sheep industry: breeding, farming, working with wool dairy, etc.
The project connects participants so they can ask questions, share resources, and knowledge.
Article NM Magazine
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The Oveja Project welcomes anyone interested in getting involved in elements
of the New Mexico sheep industry: breeding, farming, working with wool dairy, etc.
The project connects participants so they can ask questions, share resources, and knowledge.
Article NM Magazine
Supporting Education,
Fair Trade and Human Rights Weaving for Justice is the major project of Sophia’s Circle, a 501(c)(3) women’s art and cultural organization. |
WEAVING FOR JUSTICE
Weaving for Justice is a volunteer, non-profit organization working in solidarity with Maya women’s weaving cooperatives in highland Chiapas, Mexico. Created to assist the members of the cooperatives to continue living on their ancestral lands in sustainable ways that respect their lands, language (Tsotsil), and traditions. Working with the weavers to EDUCATE the public about these Maya women’s lives, struggles, and contributions to a sustainable and just society. ************ We are now located at 1809 El Paseo Road, Las Cruces. Our store is in First Christian Church, just south of Las Cruces High School. This new location is at ground level (no stairs!). weaving-for-justice.org/ |
In 1987, anthropologist Christine Eber began eighteen months of field work in Margarita’s home
in a rural Maya community in the highlands of Chiapas, Mexico. Her research was significant,
but more significant was the friendship and collaboration that lasted since that time and is still
very active today. Christine and her friends in the United States started Weaving for Justice
in order to assist women’s weaving cooperatives to sell their work through fair trade and also to seek
support in the U.S. for the needs of the weavers’ families and communities, including scholarships
for children to attend school past sixth grade.
in a rural Maya community in the highlands of Chiapas, Mexico. Her research was significant,
but more significant was the friendship and collaboration that lasted since that time and is still
very active today. Christine and her friends in the United States started Weaving for Justice
in order to assist women’s weaving cooperatives to sell their work through fair trade and also to seek
support in the U.S. for the needs of the weavers’ families and communities, including scholarships
for children to attend school past sixth grade.
