The Crochet Guild of America (CGOA) is the only national nonprofit dedicated entirely to the art and craft of crochet. We reached out to learn more about what they do, who they serve, and why it matters. The answer, it turns out, is more than you might expect.
For nearly two decades, Craft in America has documented the stories of artists, traditions, and cultural histories that shape the rich landscape of American craft. As the organization looks toward 2026, its work is expanding in an ambitious and deeply resonant way through Handwork 2026—a nationwide initiative that invites communities across the country to celebrate the handmade during the United States’ Semi- quincentennial year.
Fiber Fusion’s exhibition 2nd Chances brings together seven artists whose practices reflect the extraordinary range and depth within contemporary fiber art. Quilt makers, assemblage artists, and mixed-media practitioners share the space, each offering a distinct approach to material, form, and narrative.
Pannepacker’s work in Philadelphia has always blended artmaking with compassion and community. She has spent years working with marginalized people—folks navigating housing insecurity, recovery, grief, or a tough change. Fiber becomes a way to pause, breathe, touch something soft, and find a moment of grounding. Weaving gives structure. Drawing gives immediacy. Her practice moves between those two places, a rhythm of slow/fast, tactile/expressive.
Art Cloth Network (ACN) was formed 30 years ago by graduates of Jane Dunnewold’s Mastery Program who wanted to stay connected. Today, that sense of connection still fuels the organization. Members describe the synergy and open sharing among them as a defining strength.
Three exhibitions—ARTwear at Visions Museum of Textile Art, Fabulous Fiber at Oceanside Museum of Art, and West Coast Textile Arts at Escondido Arts Partnership Gallery—are bringing textiles front and center.
This month’s Out and About takes us to the Pacific Northwest, where a group of artists, calling themselves CLUSTER, has been quietly (and joyfully) shaping a model of creative collaboration.
The Craft Emergency Relief Fund has dedicated itself to supporting artists by providing critical assistance for both preparing for and recovering from disasters and emergencies.
Over 120,000 fiber artists connect with Fiber Art Now through our various platforms – and we want you to join us! Connect and get inspired by contemporary fiber arts around the world.
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