TAMMACHAT Natural Textiles' FIBRE FEST is a free one-day event where you can learn about the artistic weaving and natural dyeing traditions of women in rural Thailand and Laos. At 2pm, join the slideshow/talk and go on a visual tour to meet these artisans with TAMMACHAT co-founder Alleson Kase as she introduces them to you through co-founder Ellen Agger's stunning photographs. Learn how village-based sericulture is still practiced to produce traditional, organic silk yarns. Talk about fair trade and community development half a globe away. All day, explore an exhibition of handwoven, eco-friendly fashion accessories, home décor, clothing and fabric. Go "ethical shopping" to support these fast-disappearing artisanal traditions.
ARTsPLACE, 396 St. George Street, Annapolis Royal, NS. Visit www.tammachat.com for more information or call 902-624-0427
