The idea for the current exhibition at the Shepherd came to artistic director Allison Glenn almost a year ago. “I was walking ...

Corey Alston, a 5th generation sweetgrass basket weaver, sells his and his family's work at the Charleston City Market. He shares the significance of passing down the art form via ...

Traditional skills such as weaving and dyeing continue to be invaluable, while the adoption of automation, CAD, and advanced manufacturing technologies is driving an increasing demand for technical ...

A delicate jewel among textiles, lace is an elegant and deceptively simple creation whose appeal has been spun for centuries. Correspondent Lee Cowan teases the threads of the misunderstood history of ...

Skilled artisans transform natural bamboo into beautifully crafted baskets using time-honored techniques. From selecting and ...

Of all the Wonder Weavers’ performances, the one that best displays the storytelling duo’s captivating act was one of their high school workshops, rather than one ...

At the Evanston Art Makers Outpost, Maggie Leininger can spin a yarn.   Leininger, a graduate of the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, is working on a project that tells ...

African weaving patterns hold more than just cultural significance - they're also a secret weapon for training your brain! This article delves into the science behind how interacting with these ...

These packets showcase meticulously crafted knot motifs, seamlessly intertwined with vibrant weaving patterns, symbolising unity, good fortune, and heartfelt blessings. The intricate designs pay ...

And if you'd like even more yarn craft inspiration, don't miss our crochet patterns for babies, too. Beginner, intermediate and advanced knitters, grab your needles and yarn and get started on one of ...

But have you ever tried eating actual honeycomb? Honeycomb is the hexagonal formation made of beeswax that houses bees and their honey, which some people tout as both a nutritious addition to your ...