The Southwest Fiber Alliance supports local economies in Southwest Colorado and surrounding areas by bringing together farmers and fiber arts enthusiasts to share knowledge, resources, and heritage.

Fiber Processing Demo & Workshop

Durango Public Library

Saturday, November 9

10 am - 12 pm

Save the date for this fun, all-ages program with the Southwest Fiber Alliance!

Demonstrations, hands on activities, and live animals!

Watch hand processing methods to turn raw wool into yarn

Learn about the various natural fibers in our area.

2024 Meet Ups

All are welcome!

Durango

Sun, Apr 21, 4:00-5:30 @ Eso Terra Ciderworks

Thurs, May 16, 4:30-6:00 @ Create Art & Tea

Sun, Jul 21, 4:00-5:30 @ Eso Terra Ciderworks

Thurs, Aug 15, 4:30-6:00 @ Create Art & Tea

Sun, Oct 20, 4:00-5:30 @ Eso Terra Ciderworks

Thurs, Nov 21, 4:30-6:00 @ Create Art & Tea

Bayfield

Thurs, Mar 21, 4:30-6:00 @ Pine River Shares

Thurs, Jun 20, 4:30-6:00 @ Pine River Shares

Thurs, Sep 19, 4:30-6:00 @ Pine River Shares

2024 Farmer’s Market Dates

Stop by to see us!

Durango

May 25

June 15

Jul 13

Sep 14

Bayfield

May 11 (opening day)

Jun 29

Jul 27

Aug 10

Our vision is to have a thriving community of fiber production, art, and craft in the region, including educational and cultural opportunities for the community as well as infrastructure for processing fiber into new products. 

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