Who we are
The Western Australian Fibre and Textile Association (WAFTA) was founded in 1995 and is a dynamic and progressive group with passion, enthusiasm and talent that reflects the growing interest and appreciation of textile and fibre art within the community.
WAFTA’s members include both established and emerging artists who between them employ a diverse range and combination of fibre and textile processes incorporating combinations of traditional, contemporary and experimental techniques. There is also an increasing crossover of textiles and other mediums, with glass, digital print, digital projection, ceramics, metal and the natural environment – to name but a few.
WAFTA’s objectives include increasing the understanding of the potential of fibre and textiles through exhibition, whilst encouraging the highest standard of design and craftsmanship.
What our members say
“Love the friendly vibe, website & Facebook updates. Great workshops being offered.. too.” Caitlin Stewart, WAFTA Member
“WAFTA is an excellent and always improving organization, striving for inclusiveness and professionalism” Peggy Lyon, WAFTA Member
“You all seem to be improving the WAFTA membership experience… :)” Liz Arnold, WAFTA member
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A total of 62 were entries delivered to Craft House at the Tuesday evening meeting.
August 15: Altered States Entries & Show and Tell
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The hard work of creativity is done and now it’s time to enjoy the Challenge Exhibition preparations – for both entrants and non entrants Our next member meeting will be of great interest to all m...
Artist talks: by Liz Arnold and Robi Szalay – WAFTA Artists-in-Residence at the Shopfront
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If you missed the opportunity to hear WAFTA Artists-in-Residence, Liz Arnold and Robi Szalay talk about their work on one of the last two Thursdays, they were well attended and fascinating. The studi...
Altered States Photography Day: August 18 2017
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Done and dusted! …… Yesterday the ‘diverse and eclectic’ collection of 63 Altered States Exhibition 2017 entries were photographed ‘in all their glory’. They were all magnificent…..an...A fascinating insight into the intense manual labour required to produce traditional hansa ramie. Thank you Liz Arnold for sharing. 🍃🌿
Caroline Rousset-Johnson
How Hansa Rami Is Made
ntroducing the art work 'Hansan Ramie 한산모시'.
Presented in 'Constancy &Change in Korean Traditional Craft 2014', April 8~13, La Triennale di Milano.
Hosted by: Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism, Republic of Korea
Organized by: Korea Craft & Design Foundation
Creative Director: Sohn Hye- won
Source: www.youtube.com/watch?v=XMj0G5di9Jg
Reminder: WAFTA Artists-in-Residence, Liz Arnold and Robi Szalay talk about their work today
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Don’t miss the opportunity to hear WAFTA Artist-in-Residence, Liz Arnold and Robi Szalay talk about their work at 12 noon today. Join us at North Metropolitan TAFE, 149 Beaufo...
Reminder: WAFTA Artists-in-Residence, Liz Arnold and Robi Szalay talk about their work today
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Don’t miss the opportunity to hear WAFTA Artist-in-Residence, Liz Arnold and Robi Szalay talk about their work at 12 noon today. Join us at North Metropolitan TAFE, 149 Beaufo...The word about Altered States is spreading. Nice angle - the thought did cross my mind as I left Craft House last night as I'm sure it did with others. Thanks Jo Josephine Franco ."OUT of the bag" and "INTO the box" !
stay tuned for the images of bag contents and entries when WAFTA's Exhibition opens in Perth on 16th September.
Now this is something different......does anyone know if there is anyone in Perth who does this?Have your body 3D scanned to create your EXACT replica dress form! Hollie will be in Sydney with her 3D scanner this Friday 18th and Saturday 19th at Sheraton On The Park. For more info, check out the link below or email hollie@toolsbyhollie.com to book a time.
toolsbyhollie.com/product/sew-sister-by-hollie/
I've been working on it, but I'm not ready for market yet. However, if anyone is interested, there's also a DIY tutorial floating around.
Seeing it would be pretty confronting!
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This clothing line is saving its waste and paying fair wages (via Zero Waste Daniel)
Jodie Lucas
A fascinating little book from 1916 for those natural dyers put there. It's downloadable in PDF and other digital book formats 🌿🍃😎
A book on vegetable dyes : Mairet, Ethel M : Free Download & Streaming : Internet Archive
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Bibliography: p. 141-143
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It was a very lively and fun evening! 👍