Textile Working Group

This working group is a space for all Yale community members to connect over textiles. Researchers, practitioners, dabblers and curious newcomers to this extremely varied and rich craft form are all welcome. Group meetings are spaces to bring works in progress so we can stitch together while we talk about the history and future of textile crafts in all dimensions, including techniques (weaving, embroidery, quilting, knitting, crochet, etc.), materials (cotton, silk, wool, synthetics, dyes, etc.), and practices (social histories, collectives, industries, sciences, local traditions, etc.) All are welcome to come work in a communal convivial setting with snacks, drinks, skill-sharing, and collective support: to sign up for the email list to be notified of meetings and textile-related happenings, or to enquire about setting up a time to share your personal research or practice during a meeting, please email kathleen.quaintance@yale.edu.