Detail from Norma Starszakowna; ‘Broken Wall, Gaza’

Welcome to Stroud International Textiles

Stroud International Textiles (S I T) became independent in June 2008 in order to focus on contemporary textiles and to broaden to related applied arts and other related art forms.

S I T aims to encourage debate and discussion around contemporary textiles and the crafts, encourage new ways of looking at and exploring textile design and textile art through events, exhibitions, talks, workshops, and debate while broadening it out to connect to other disciplines.

We organise an annual festival that takes place every May (1 – 23 May). The festival has built a reputation for delivering high quality, world class work and a stimulating programme. The International Festival and year round programme supports the cultural regeneration of Gloucestershire and is now a strong part of the creative industries for the county.

We profile the work and views of world class makers and artists as well as emerging talent and hope to encourage exploration and enquiry into the world of textiles and contemporary crafts, making it enjoyable and stimulating to as wide an audience as possible.

Stroud Textiles has put together a stimulating and we hope, inspiring programme for you to enjoy.

Chris Humphrey, South West Executive Director, Arts Council England said,

“We are delighted to fund Stroud International Textiles' learning and skills development programme. Stroud International Textiles is an important local resource supporting innovation and its programme aims to enable more people to get involved by offering work experience opportunities, skills training and artist residencies.”

Please look at our whats on page for details.

If all this sounds attractive then why not become a friend of Stroud International Textiles. You will enjoy substantial benefits, while supporting the work of the organisation.

There is a choice of membership options. Please go to the support SIT for full details and how to join. Benefits include concessions to all events, regular newsletters and updates, invitations to private views, reductions at local shops.

For early details on the 2010 festival go to the Festival 2010 page.