This slightly eclectic conversation series is Sharon Kallis’ way of bringing home the stories from some of the people met along the way on her summer research trip. The name of this series is inspired by how sheep farmer Susan Russell ends conversations, “to be continued”, acknowledging there is always more to say, more to […]
Join expert Andrea Myklebust to learn the craft of spinning flax fiber into linen yarn. Working with hand spindles and distaves, participants will be introduced to the foundational concepts of spinning: the control of loose fiber through drafting, and the addition of twist to create a structurally-sound yarn. The instructor will provide all of the necessary […]
Join us for a Panel Discussion/Moderated Conversation at the 2024 Textile Society of America Symposium titled “Shifts and Strands: Rethinking the Possibilities and Potentials of Textiles”. Panel Discussion will take place on November 14, 2024, 11:15 am to 12:45 pm EST. The Symposium will be held virtually on Zoom from November 12-17, 2024. NALA […]
Hello NALA members! We’ve had many new members join over the past few months, so as a nod to Thanksgiving/Giving Thanks, we’d like to dedicate our November meeting to Community Connection! This will be an opportunity to meet like-minded linen enthusiasts, share your interests and talents, and learn about NALA and each other. We hope […]
During this fun and lively event in Portland, OR, NALA will showcase flax fiber, seed, and more at the fiber table. Discover why “Bitter is Better” at the fourth SAGRA del RADICCHIO! This event is not just about celebrating Italian chicories; it’s a journey into the world of underdog crops. From winter radishes to pomodori […]
Hello NALA Members! We’re excited that Claude Lesage from Depoortere will join us for our December NALA Member Social & Networking event! Depoortere, located in Belgium, manufactures machines for harvesting and scutching natural fibers: flax, hemp, kenaf, and other natural fibers. We appreciate the flexibility of the membership as we looked for a reasonable time […]
Hello NALA Community! We’re excited to kick off our first member social & networking event of 2025 by introducing this year’s Board of Directors. We’re excited for you to meet and get to know our new directors. We’ll also introduce our first NALA Annual Report, with a look back on 2024 and a sneak peek […]
Green Mountain Linen Company will be at the Brattleboro Farmers Market on Saturday 22 February. “We will be representing the North America Linen Association with our good friend in all things flax, Andrea Myklebust. We’ll be demonstrating spinning flax as well providing information on all aspects of growing and processing flax for fiber.” The Brattleboro […]
** THIS IS A MEMBERS ONLY EVENT ** March Topic: Flax Fiber in Composites: Join us for an insightful presentation by Patrick Flaherty, where he will provide a comprehensive overview of his work and offer valuable insights into the current landscape of the U.S. and international composites industries. Patrick will be attending key events, including […]
NALA Connect Presents: Sharon Kallis – Weaving Community, Ecology & Ancestry April 24th 12-1 pm PDT | Special Guest: Sharon Kallis Meet Sharon Kallis, artist, educator, and fiber enthusiast whose work beautifully intertwines ancestral knowledge, ecology, and community practice. As the founding lead artist of the EartHand Gleaners Society, Sharon cultivates spaces where traditional fiber arts reconnect […]