NAARM TEXTILE COLLECTIVE
Naarm Textile Collective Textile Retreat
Saturday 18 July 10am – 4pm – Mycelium Studios, Brunswick
A creative textile retreat day for Naarm Textile Members – the perfect opportunity to disconnect from daily chores and connect with other creative members of the Naarm Textile Collective.
Escape to the Mycelium Studios in Brunswick for a full day of creativity, connection, and hands-on making. Our creative retreat brings together passionate textile artists for an immersive experience filled with dedicated project time and a welcoming community atmosphere.
You’ll enjoy a full day of crafting in a comfortable venue with plenty of space to spread out and create. Whether you’re into embroidery, quilting, crochet, knitting, or any other textile art, you’ll find your creative flow surrounded by like-minded makers.
Work on your own projects at your own pace, discuss new techniques and share ideas with fellow artists in a relaxed, supportive environment.
What you’ll get
- A day of creative time in a spacious, comfortable venue
- Complimentary morning and afternoon tea
- A supportive community of fellow makers to share inspiration and ideas
- Plenty of time to work on your own projects at your own pace
- The satisfaction of making significant progress on your creative goals
What to bring
- Bring your own supplies and projects—whether that’s embroidery projects, quilting fabric, knitting or crochet projects, or any other project your working on. All you need is your creativity and enthusiasm; we’ll provide the space and community.
- Bring your lunch or buy from AlexBack3057 the onsite cafe .
Knowledge required
All skill levels welcome, from beginners exploring new techniques to experienced artists seeking dedicated project time.
Not a member? Join us for just $36 a year
Become a member
With more people not wishing to use social media we have created a new membership option for all textile enthusiasts. Join like-minded people to share all things textiles!
Our members include embroiderers, stitchers, spinners, weavers, knitters, quilters, lacemakers, dyers, felters and those who explore textile art and craft in all its forms. Our members range from complete beginners through to skilled craftspeople. The aim of the collective is to share knowledge and conversation and to enjoy each other’s company. We hold regular meet ups and exhibitions throughout the year.
Membership enables you to be listed on the member directory, chat on our forums, post your events, organise get togethers with other members and post your destash items. Members are also given priority to exhibit in exhibitions and events – All for just $36 a year – click on the membership tab in the menu.
Naarm Textile Collective is an artist led organisation aiming to incorporate and challenge the boundaries of textile arts practice. Together, promoting and supporting artists using textiles in their artworks and encouraging the exploration of unique pathways to creation and individuality through their work. The collective believe that by communicating and sharing their passion for textiles, they will highlight the versatility of the medium and promote interest in art created using a combination of traditional and contemporary techniques.
The Naarm Textile Collective Facebook group is a place to share information about your arts practice, exhibitions and other events. Feel free to share your ideas, way of making art, challenges, equipment you have for sale or swap, local studios and other textile related stuff.
If you are interested in joining the Naarm Textile Collective, join our Facebook Group and follow our Instagram feed
