Session 1: Defining Regeneration for Fiber & Textile Systems April 29, 9:00-10:30 am PST From carbon cycling to creative supply chain partnerships, we will explore the fundamental connections between atmosphere and soil. We will explore the practical ways in which we can balance risk in the supply chain to meet our climate goals. Click here […]
The University of California Hopland Research and Extension Center (HREC) will be offering a sheep shearing and basic care Q&A, via Zoom, on Thursday, May 7th from 3-4 pm (PST). The session will include advice from experienced shearers, flock managers, and fiber experts. Presentations and discussion will focus on shearing that limits stress to both […]
Join us for a special class and make your own crocheted tulip for Mother's Day! In this two-hour Zoom class, you will learn how to make an amigurumi tulip. "Amigurumi" is the Japanese art of knitting or crocheting small, stuffed yarn creatures. It's fun, easy, and makes great gifts for your loved ones! […]
Note, this webinar is geared towards producers, specifically those applying to the Healthy Soils Program for Compost Application. Compost Application to Rangelands: Applying for Funding through CDFA’s Healthy Soils Grant Program Applying for funding to spread compost on your rangeland? Wondering what the benefits might be? This webinar will cover: benefits of compost application to […]
A few years ago, environment conversations started to introduce regeneration as a concept. This meant moving the focus from sustainability, which has traditionally focused on minimising negative impacts, to actively repairing the damage that has been done to the planet and restoring critical ecosystems. At Trace Collective that is the focus of our work […]
Shaping Alternative Futures Now: connecting the dots of intersectional justice is a Zoom-based Training Series facilitated by Teju Adisa-Farrar, who is currently working with Fibershed internally on a training series focused on practicing and supporting intentional equity.
Learn how plants in your garden and pantry can provide color for your cloth mask, and help us send a bulk donation of California Cloth Foundry masks to the Navajo Nation Chinle Chapter. Fibershed is sponsoring a virtual demonstration of natural dyeing a cotton mask with plants that are also known for their medicinal properties. […]
This class is offered by the American Swedish Institute, led by Maddy Bartsch, a co-founder of the Three Rivers Fibershed Affiliate. Are you interested in learning about growing dye plants for naturally dyeing yarn, fabric and other textiles at home? In this class we will walk through the basics of growing dye plants in your […]
In this 1 hour online session, we'll cover the 3 different ways you can block your hand knits (or crochets). Have 3 projects ready to ask questions, and practice blocking! Set yourself near a water source (a sink, or a dish pan with warm water). What you'll need: 3 Projects or swatches to practice […]
Interested in an interactive, virtual knit-a-long? Join me in knitting the Scotch Broom top by Wool + Pine! Instagram and the option for Zoom Meet-Ups (4 Fridays 1-2pm starting May 15) There are two ways you can participate: 1. Follow our progress, share yours on Instagram. #FCSKAL This option is FREE! 2. In addition […]
During this tough time, we all need something to keep us relaxed, sane and productive. This is an online class, where we will be using the platform Zoom. Please download and test BEFORE the class so we can start promptly! Hey there new knitter! This class is the perfect introduction for the brand […]
Shaping Alternative Futures Now: connecting the dots of intersectional justice is a Zoom-based Training Series facilitated by Teju Adisa-Farrar, who is currently working with Fibershed internally on a training series focused on practicing and supporting intentional equity.
Session 2: Designing for True Circularity and Biological Systems Framing circularity within the capacity and design of natural systems, including a San Francisco Bay case study on micro-plastic fiber pollution. Core learnings: Learn about the current industry-led definition of circularity and example of circularity in practice Using holism to avoid life cycle “leakages” and externalized […]
Rust Belt Fibershed Virtual Meet-Up on May 21 at 7 PM! Join us for our first virtual Mending Show and Tell ! Have you worked to repair a textile/garment and would like to share the story of that cloth? Maybe it's an old moth-eaten sweater, or an old pair of jeans, or your grandma's quilt? […]
Shaping Alternative Futures Now: connecting the dots of intersectional justice is a Zoom-based Training Series facilitated by Teju Adisa-Farrar, who is currently working with Fibershed internally on a training series focused on practicing and supporting intentional equity.
In this 1 hour online session, you'll learn what gauge is, why it's important and how to measure it! Please have either blocked swatches or completed projects in different stitch patterns to practice measuring! What you'll need: 3 Projects or swatches to practice with Hard edge ruler Good lighting Calculator Please download and […]
Learn the basics of increasing and decreasing while making a cute and functional triangle shawl! This is an online class, where we will be using the platform Zoom. Please download and test BEFORE the class so we can start promptly! This class is great for beginners who already know how to cast on […]
In this two-hour Zoom class, you will learn how to make an amigurumi tulip. "Amigurumi" is the Japanese art of knitting or crocheting small, stuffed yarn creatures. It's fun, easy, and makes great gifts for your loved ones! This class may move quickly for a complete beginner, so we recommend that you know how […]
Shaping Alternative Futures Now: connecting the dots of intersectional justice is a Zoom-based Training Series facilitated by Teju Adisa-Farrar, who is currently working with Fibershed internally on a training series focused on practicing and supporting intentional equity.