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This powerful music is contagious and accessible. Native to Serbia, Croatia and neighboring regions, it also has had a strong presence in the US for over a century, where pockets of immigrants have kept this joyful culture alive. See our list of links below to learn more. Please consider joining this orchestra for the day […]
This rattan basket is based on a traditional Shaker basket design using a hexagonal weave for the base. The basket transitions to a plain weave up the sides and is finished with an interesting folded and lashed rim. An attractive fine basket to hold a small project or simply to hang on the wall.
Väv Immersion is an 8-week Scandinavian weaving intensive co-sponsored by Fabric of Life and Vävstuga Weaving School. This comprehensive course includes challenging projects, extensive theory classes, and an immersive artisanal community. Väv Immersion is an experience to be remembered for a lifetime. The knowledge gained from this program creates a foundation for further professional opportunities such […]
Join Zlatne Uste at the Buckland Public Hall on Saturday, July 25, 2026, from 7-10PM for a festive evening of dancing and/or listening to energetic music of the Balkans Zlatne Uste (Serbo-Croatian for “Golden Lips”) is a 12-piece New York-based Balkan brass band founded in the 1980s that plays traditional music from Serbia, Macedonia, Bulgaria, and […]
Attend a 6 hour workshop with natural dyer, weaver, and spinner, Michelle Parrish for hands-on practice dyeing wool with natural dye plants. Workshop is open to crafters, knitters, weavers, dyers, and enthusiasts of all experience levels. Limited to 6 participants.
Saturday, September 12 & Sunday, September 13, 2026 9:00AM to 4:00PM EST This two day intensive workshop will serve as an introduction in Natural Building Systems. We hope this course will be an excellent primer and skill builder for both professionals and DIYers looking into straw-bale or straw-clay construction and earthen plasters. We will have […]
Join us at Barnfest on October 10th, 2026, starting at noon! We are so excited to welcome you to Bassett Road for Fabric of Life’s biggest community event and fundraiser of the year! Barnfest features local crafters and artisans, musicians, children’s activities, dancing, and the weaving together of an amazingly vibrant community. All are invited […]
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