Welcome to the Vermont Fibershed
What is a Fibershed?
A “fibershed” is a geographical region where natural fiber is produced, processed, worn and, ultimately, composted. Small natural fiber producers and processors are the building blocks of a regional fibershed
Our Mission
The mission of the Vermont Fibershed is to promote local natural fiber production and processing within the state and nearby region. We support sustainable practices that honor our land resources and New England’s historical contributions to textile production. Our goal is to link producers: from farmers to finished products to consumers at all levels.
Our immediate goal is to develop an online directory of fiber producers, processors, production weavers, knitters, felters, sewers, dyers and other makers as a networking guide within the local industry and for consumers of local natural fiber products. The Vermont Fibershed website will include current educational opportunities, open farm and studio events, fairs and festivals.
News from Vermont Fibershed
Guard Llamas & Small Fiber Flocks
Pre-Festival Event at Vermont Grand View Farm Saturday, September 219:30am to 12:30pm Join Kim and Chuck Goodling at VT Grand View Farm in South Washington, VT for a workshop focusing on utilizing llamas as livestock guardians and learn about VT…
Millapalooza
Pre-Festival Event at Junction Fiber Mill Millapalooza is a new event hosted by Junction Fiber Mill on Friday, October 4 – the day before the Vermont Sheep and Wool Festival. This two-part event starts at the mill for an exclusive…
Fiber Arts Class
Overdyeing Natural Alpaca Yarns with Natural Dyes Sept 21-22, 2024Tunbridge, VT9am – 4pm each dayInstructor: Jane Woodhouse Class is limited to 12 students.$250 includes materials. Alpaca yarn samples dyed with natural dyes. Photo courtesy of PLY Magazine This two-day class will…
Events
Fiber Events this Weekend Open House at Junction Fiber Mill Friday, June 73 to 5pmWRJ, VTVisit their website for details. Worldwide Knit in Public Day Saturday, June 8Check in with your local yarn shop, library or knitting guild for event…
Vermont Fibershed 2024
Happy New Year! Welcome 2024! Let’s hope that our beautiful state catches a break this year, especially in the weather department. We are hoping for green fields, healthy livestock and a bountiful fiber harvest. Vermont Fibershed in 2024 Our Vermont…
Small Business Saturday 2023
Saturday, November 25 Support local small businesses this holiday season. Our member listings include fiber farmers, processors and artisans located in Vermont. Click here to visit our member directory.