Workshops & Events
Workshops are held throughout the Chicagoland and central Midwest ranging from one-day events to multi-week courses. Maggie Leininger's experience as a university professor provide students with an extensive and in-depth knowledge of a wide range of fiber techniques in weaving, spinning, dyeing, off-loom construction and much more. Interested in hosting a workshop? Contact us to learn more about a tailored unique experience for you and your group. Other events include various fiber festivals and art markets throughout the Midwest and Southeast. Join the mailing list to get additional discounts at our online events.
Upcoming Events
1 / Yarn Con
Saturday, April 11 & Sunday, April 12
1350 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60607
Come out for the largest fiber event in Chicago! Yarn Con is a great place to get ALL of your fiber supplies, including spinning and weaving tools, knitting yarns, and all the cutest everything that you will NOT be able to resist. We are so grateful to be a part of this exciting event. And, this year, we are donating one of our Pocket Frame Loom kits! Enter the raffle for a chance to win!
2 / One of a Kind Market
Friday-Sunday, April 24-26th
Chicago Merchandise Mart
222 Merchandise Mart Plaza
7th floor
Chicago, IL 60654
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This year, our founder and designer/artist, Maggie Leininger, is participating in the Spring One of a Kind Market. Showcasing her artwork, Maggie will also have a few textile items on hand, including weaving, painting, and felting kits. Sign up for the newsletter to get a free entry to the market and stop by Booth #6051 to say hello!
3 / Fiber & Fabric Festival
Friday-Sunday, May 1st-3rd
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
Rosemont, IL
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Come out to the Fiber & Fabric Festival at Donald E. Stephens Convention Center for a weekend full of fun fiber activities. We will be leading 2 workshops, Intro to Overshot Weaving and Four Selvedge Tapestry Weaving. Check out the descriptions and cost here. We will also have a booth available full of fiber goodies. We are excited to partner with Schacht Spindle Company and Louet by serving as their official yarn-winding station. If you are seeking one-on-one assistance, consider stopping by the Stich Help Lounge as we will be assisting folks throughout the weekend.