Welcome to the Textile Society
The Textile Society is a registered charity based in great Britain. It is for everyone that has an interest in textiles, whether as a maker, historian, collector or enthusiast.
One of the big events of the Society calendar is the AGM. This year the theme is 'Two Cultures' and is focused on the the work of Thomas Wardle.
It takes place in September in Macclesfield, perhaps the leading centre of silk production in England. See the events page for more details.
V&A Win Textile Society Award
The Textile Society has awarded a grant of nearly £1000 to the V&A Museum for the conservation of a patchwork quilt dated to 1810. »
Textile artists receive exhibition bursaries
The Shape of Things has awarded eight bursaries for new works using craft media. The makers will work in partnership with venues to produce an exhibition. »
Closure of the Textile Conservation Centre
The Textile Conservation Centre at Winchester will close on 31st October 2009. »