The Fiber Experience
Fiber Arts encompasses so many different methods of production. If you start looking where fibers come from you learn that it has substantial agricultural roots. Everything from plant based fibers like cotton, bamboo, and hemp to animal fibers like those produced from sheep and alpaca, these being just a few of what nature provides. Then moving forward from this basic knowledge its an adventure in the creation of thread and yarns. Carding the fibers, spinning, and on to weaving those wonderful bolts of fabrics. Dyeing for just that right hue all this leads to all our clothing, linens, rugs and more. There is just so much that is available to learn and experience I couldn’t possibly tell you all of them. So, I invite you to come and experience handwork in its many forms; Carding, Spinning, Weaving, Traditional Rug Hooking, Dyeing, Quilting, Embroidery, Crochet…..it’s quite the list and there are so many artisans and hobbyist’s with incredible talent to draw from all across our great nation you can’t help but come to love some aspect of this adventure.
Workshops
& Demos
Revival’s Fiber Arts and Gatherings offers Quarterly events. We are offering a multitude of Fiber Arts Workshops for young people and adults throughout the year. Additionally, once our renovation is complete, we offer the rental of equipment for those that require it on a fee basis.
Programming 2023
Apr/Nov Children’s Art Program One day a month from noon to 3pm dates change monthly
October 7th, 2023- Hook-in 9am-6pm. Howard County Fairgrounds. Registration Required. Revival’s Fiber Arts will vend and the class is '“ Quilting inspired-Log Cabin hooked Block” beginner’s Introduction class to Traditional Rug Hooking.
September 8th & 9th 2023- Bev Stewart/Woolkeepers 20th Anniversary Hook-in Two Day Hook-In located in Danville IN at the Hendricks County 4-H Fairgrounds
Santa’s Mailbox - Santa’s Mailbox appears the day after thanksgiving at Heartland Market in Greentown IN and on Christmas eve santa’s elves return it to the northpole. every child that drops a letter (with a return address) receives a response from Santa.
Programs Beginning in 2024
February 9th & 10th 2024 -Jack Frost Fiber Fest 2 day event- Friday3PM-8PM & Saturday 9am - 5pm Vendors and Classes TBD
Class & Event Schedule - see Calendar for upcoming classes & Events
( TBD- to be determined)
Thread is a versatile, amazingly vast area of study. Simply put its all in how its spun and with what fibers.
Its all in the eye of the beholder and is truly a matter of preference for most.
Weaving- there is something magical about the rhythm of the shuttle, treadles, and beater.
fabrics-Wool, Cottons, Linen, Bamboo so many weaves, so many fibers, so little time.
Dye is the answer to fiber like crayons are to color books-Each is a visual celebration.
Teachers
&
Vendors
Incredibly gifted teachers, local and national, Are sourced to ensure that your educational experience is top notch. come and experience what we have to offer and look forward to a lifetime love of the diverse world of fiber art.
Greentown Indiana
The shop is #18 on the Greentown historic trail. The main floor, what used to be the Chapel, has beautiful stained glass windows that were designed and sourced locally and some have the addition of donors names installed on them for posterity. Although a small amount of the original woodwork remains, the building retains the character and charm found in these wonderful older buildings. Not large by today’s standards, the chapel area can be utilized for smaller scale gatherings, Guild meetings, craft bazaars, retreats, hook-ins etc. Several looms,vintage hand-quilting frames, and spinning wheels add to the charm of the space. Our Community members are encouraged to come sit, work their projects, learn a new skill or just visit. The lower Floor of the building is where our dedicated Dye Kitchen and work area can be found . The entire building is a permanent “home” offered to guilds and enthusiasts of Traditional Rug Hooking, Weaving, Spinning, Quilting, and other types of fiber handwork. We are unique to Howard County and Invite you to come see what we have to offer at the shop once the building restoration and renovation are complete.
PARKING
Parking is available onsite for Gatherings, classes, utilization of equipment, and shopping. Space is limited. Parking is located in the rear of the building and on the Blaine Street side. Please be considerate of our neighbors as our building is in a residential area and do not park in the adjacent alleys.
“She seeketh wool and flax and worketh willingly with her hands”
