Tag: Zoom Meeting

Of Interest: The World Wool Forum Webinar – 19th of October

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Shepard and sheep amongst forest at I Casali Del Pino, Rome, Italy - for the World Wool Forum Webinar

The World Wool Forum will bring together international leaders from the design, fashion, interior, and textile fields, as well as farmers, thinkers, and innovators who are doing inspiring work. This live online session will forecast the future of wool fibres, while preserving sheep husbandry, animal welfare and craft heritage.

When: Sunday, the 19th of October, 14:00 – 19:00 Rome CET (13:00 – 18:00 Irish Time).

The first part of the forum will focus on ‘Identity and Place,’ and the second will explore ‘Farm and Future.’ Friend of Feltmakers Ireland, Blátnaid Gallagher, founder of the Galway Wool Co-op, is scheduled to speak about wool during the latter section.

For more information on the schedule and speakers, and to sign up for this free webinar, visit the Forum’s website – https://www.worldhopeforum.com/world-wool-forum

Their Instagram – @worldhopeforum

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Of Interest: “What Colour Does that Plant Make?” – Free Online Natural Dye Chat – Talu Earth

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On Monday, the 15th of September, Malú Colorín of Talu Earth will share her best tips to identify dye plants in the wild, so that you can gain insights into the colours we see, and learn how to predict the results in the dye pot.

She will discuss the following:

  • Is that a dye plant?
  • What colour does it make?
  • Will this brightly-coloured flower dye my shirt that colour?
  • Why is it so hard to get green?

When: Monday, 15th September at 6:30 PM (Irish time), via a FREE Zoom call.

To receive the Zoom link, visit her website – https://guides.talu.earth/what-colour

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Of Interest: Free Talk about Wet Cyanotype Printing on Paper by Ashleigh Ellis

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Join tutor and artist Ashleigh Ellis for a free course preview on Wet Cyanotype Printing on Paper.

Whether you’re a complete beginner or a seasoned creative, this is your chance to meet Ashleigh, see her process, and find out how you can explore the magic of botanicals, sunlight, and natural colour.

When: This Wednesday, the 13th, at 6.30 PM for a live preview talk via Zoom.

Note: The course starts on Thursday, the 28th of August, via the Appleoak Fibreworks online education platform.

For more information and to get the Zoom link for this Wednesday, visit this page – https://mailchi.mp/2064977a88df/explore-natural-colour-this-autumn-courses-now-open

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Education: European Craft Alliance Online Summer School

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Poster for European Crafts Alliance 0 Coming Soon: ECA Online Summer Scyool '25

The inaugural European Craft Alliance (ECA) Summer School will offer a relaxed, self-paced online programme exploring the intersection of entrepreneurship, sustainability, and creativity in the craft sector.

Curated content clusters, featuring highlights from the ECA and its members, will be published over four themed weeks. Each week will also include ‘Beach Reading Mosaic,’ a curated collection of thought-provoking essays on European crafts.

When: 21st of July to 16th of August 2025.

The programme is free and open to all.

For more information, visit their website – https://europeancraftsalliance.org/coming-soon-eca-online-summer-school-25/

Their Instagram @eca.crafts

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Of Interest: European Craft Alliance – 3 Online Talks about the Craft Sector

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ECA Spring Online Program of Events - 12th of March, and the 2nd and 8th of April.

Join the European Craft Alliance (ECA) for a series of individual events that explore the evolving landscape of the craft sector from the intersection of creativity, entrepreneurship, and social inclusion. One can book for all three or just one event.

‘Unveiling the Potential of the Craft Sector. A Study of Production and Business Opportunities’

Wed, 12 March, 11 AM CET

This event explores the results of the ECA’s latest study, which uncovers over 100 possible opportunities for craftspeople to strengthen their businesses and offers insights into emerging consumer trends and growth strategies. The event will also present a Craft Business Toolkit.
For more info & to book – https://europeancraftsalliance.org/online-presentation-study-unveiling-the-potential-of-the-craft-sector/

‘Understanding the New Technological Context for Craftsmanship’

Wed, 2 Apr 2025, 11 AM CET

This presentation explores integrating digital design and fabrication technologies in the European craft sector. It will highlight the opportunities and challenges faced by craftspeople, including the barriers to adopting new technologies.

For info and to book – https://europeancraftsalliance.org/online-presentation-understanding-the-new-technological-context-for-craftsmanship/

‘Crafting Social: How Creativity and Entrepreneurship Can Foster Social Inclusion’

Tue, 8 April 2025, 11 AM CET

This event explores how the creativity and entrepreneurship inherent in crafts contribute to social inclusion. It explores how various crafts economically empower people with disabilities, individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds, and other vulnerable groups while supporting mental health and well-being.


For more info & to book – https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Ljusg_2DRZWNQv0tFHrV4w#/registration

The European Crafts Alliance’s Instagram – @eca.crafts

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Of Interest: Textile Talks – Inside the World of WearableArt, presented by SAQA

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Textile Talks Logo - brought to you by several textile organisations: International Qult Musuem, Quilt Alliance, Studio Art Quilt and Surface Design Association.

Textile Talks offers weekly online presentations and panel discussions hosted by the International Quilt Museum, Quilt Alliance, Studio Art Quilt Associates (SAQA), and the Surface Design Association (SDA). The talks take place weekly on Wednesdays at 2 PM Eastern / 11 AM Pacific (US and Canada) {which is 7 PM Dublin time} and run for approximately one hour.

All sessions are recorded, with over 200 talks available for personal use. Here’s a link to past ones – https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLXsBpWjk3xVCTzucHkrU3ly5NlLa7mW3f

On Wednesday, the 29th of January, at 7 PM (Dublin time), there will be a talk with Sarah Nathan, Head of Competition at World of Wearable Art (WOW). She will provide a behind-the-scenes look at this globally celebrated creative phenomenon. Discover the complexities of the competition, where designers from around the world push boundaries with their creations. Learn about the stories and inspirations behind these wearable masterpieces and the talented artists who bring them to life. This session also offers a sneak peek into the magic of the spectacular WOW stage show.

Recently, Feltmakers Ireland shared an open call to WOW’s competition, which you can still apply to – https://feltmakersireland.com/2025/01/09/open-call-world-of-wearable-art-competition/

To register and receive a Zoom link, visit here – https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_MACeCGZASB-YMaRDcVOU5Q#/registration

Their Instagram – @saqaart @worldofwearableart

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Event: State of Crafts – World Crafts Council Annual Conference

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This year’s World Crafts Council of Europe’s annual conference is titled ‘State of Crafts: Key Pillars in the Contemporary Craft Sector’. It will bring together a network of more than 30 craft organisations across Europe and a programme of speakers for a public conference to discuss and debate current issues related to crafts in Europe.

What can be learnt from crafts to benefit other sectors and broader society? What positive stories can be told to bring craft to more people and the use of hand-made crafted products into their everyday lives? What are the key challenges and opportunities facing the craft sector today, particularly in the realms of entrepreneurship and knowledge exchange? How can crafts serve as a model for sustainability and circular economy principles? 

The event is in Barcelona and online and is free and open to the public.

When: the 20th of June, from 9 AM – 1 PM Central European Time.

Guest speakers include: 
▪️ Paulo Ribeiro, co-founder and co-director of @contemporaniabarcelona

▪️ Jessica Guy, Strategic research lead at @distributeddesign@fablabbcn

▪️ Graciela Melitsko Thornton, Creative Green Consultancy and Training Programme lead at @julies_bicycle

▪️ Rosa Muñoz, Brand, trends and futures consultant at @thisisohayo

▪️ Ana Cristina Mendes, Deputy director of @ceartept & WCCE Vice-President

▪️ Laura Miguel Baumann, Secretary general WCCE 

Moderated by:
▪️ David Places Balsalobre, Head of Internationalisation and Cultural Promotion at @artesaniacat & WCCE board member

The conference will be opened by Roger Torrent, Minister of Business and Work of Catalonia. 

For more information and to register, visit their website – https://wcc-europe.org/whats-on/pre-register-for-the-annual-conference-2024/


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