Our festival is organized by the non-profit Hoosier Hills Fiber Festival, Inc., which is a dedicated group of volunteers working to bring the fiber arts world to the general public.
The Hoosier Hills Fiber Festival organizes a two-day market place with demonstrations, entertainment for all ages, and fiber art related workshops taught by skilled instructors. While visiting the festival, consider taking one of these workshops to expand your knowledge and skill set.
Parking and admission is FREE!
Pets:
Pets are not permitted at the festival, but service animals are always welcome.
Saturday June 3, 2023
Sheep to Shawl Demonstration
Sheep to Shawl Demo: Conner Prairie Youth
Saturday 10 A.M. to 2 P.M.
The young fiber artists of the Conner Prairie Youth group will show us how a fleece can be transformed into a beautiful shawl, all right before your eyes!
Demonstration held in the Special Exhibit Hall where the Competitions and Fleece Sale is held (a.k.a. the Shooting Sports Club building).
Fleece Judging
Saturday 12 P.M.
Jamie Stark will return to judge the Fleece Competition. Jamie is co-owner of Wooly Knob Fiber Mill and will have a booth at this year's festival. With a great depth of knowledge, Jamie will review fleece submissions and discuss with the audience pros and cons of the fleeces, and give tips to buyers for what to look for in a fleece. Many competition fleeces will be available to purchase.
Musical Entertainment
Thomas Tramp will be playing acoustic guitar and singing original songs throughout the day on Saturday in the gazebo at the fairgrounds.