Demonstrations, Guilds, and fun!

Sheep to Shawl Demonstration

Conner Prairie Youth in Lecture Hall

Saturday 10 A.M. to 2 P.M.

The young fiber artists of the Conner Prairie Youth group will show us how a fleece can be transformed into a beautiful shawl, all right before your eyes!

Shearing Demonstrations

Yvonne Coffelt-Jones

Friday & Saturday throughout the day

Stop by and watch an expert shear fiber animals to harvest their fleeces for all of us to turn into amazing fiber art creations.

Yvonne will also have talks on Friday at 1pm and Saturday at 12pm.

Indianapolis Chapter of Embroiderers Guild of America

Guild members will be at our festival on Friday & Saturday performing demonstrations and will have samples of their work. If you're interested in joining their group, this is a great time to learn more! Located in Magill Hall.

Indianapolis Knitting Guild

The Indianapolis Knitting Guild exists to provide education and encouragement to advance the craft of knitting. We support knitters at every stage of their journey from beginners to long time crafters. Located in Magill Hall.

Weaving Indiana

Weaving Indiana is a weaving guild devoted to learning and sharing knowledge about the art and craft of handweaving. We have monthly meetings, yearly workshops and guild projects to encourage all members to excel in their chosen craft. We welcome anyone to our meetings. Contact us if you would like to join a meeting via Zoom. Located in Magill Hall.

Demonstrations and Talks

Free Lecture Series

Spin In & Social Crafting