About Us

The ACT Textile Arts Association (ACTTAA) is a vibrant community of artists, makers and textile enthusiasts who love exploring the creative possibilities of fibre and fabric. Through monthly meetings, workshops and skill-sharing days, we learn from one another, exchange ideas and encourage creativity at every level—from curious beginners to experienced textile artists.

Our members experiment with dyeing, printing, felting, fabric manipulation, silk painting, embroidery, beading, stamping, stencilling and mixed-media techniques. These skills are transformed into wearable art, wall pieces, sculptural forms, jewellery, bags, hats and wonderfully unexpected creations.

At ACTTAA, textiles are reimagined—vibrant, tactile and alive. Most importantly, we are about creativity, community and the joy of making together

Everyone is welcome.

Contact ACTTAA via email on information [at] acttextiles.org.au

Find out details about our committee and other roles in the organisation here.

Membership

Why join ACT Textile Arts Association?

  • challenge your creativity
  • diversify and advance your skills
  • explore new textile arts
  • share your skills and learn from others
  • make connections and lasting friendships with like-minded people
  • monthly newsletter
  • access to library including latest textile arts publications
  • meetings with speakers and activities
  • monthly member raffle
  • join our workshops with discounted fees
  • contribute to community by making for charities
  • biennial fashion parade 
  • annual gallery exhibition
  • sell your work in an annual bazaar

Come along to a meeting to find out what we are all about!

To join ACTTAA, please fill in a membership form including payment details and bring it to a meeting or email to information [at] acttextiles.org.au.

Membership fees

Membership is for a calendar year

  • New membership (January – December) – $80
  • New membership if joining after 30 June – $40
  • Membership renewal – $70

Meetings

Second Wednesday of the month from 5:30-8:30pm at Woden Seniors Centre, Corinna Street (corner with Melrose Drive), Phillip, ACT. Enter through the back of the building.

We will often have a meeting activity or guest speaker and show and tell of members’ work. Bring something to work on if you wish.

Fee of $5 per meeting includes tea, coffee and snacks. Cash or card are welcome.

Visitors are encouraged to attend.

ACTTAA is a not-for-profit organisation based in Canberra, Australia. Our constitution can be found here.