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 – 21 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.

“The best exhibition I’ve seen this year and I’ve seen a lot”
“Stroud is so lucky to have a festival of this quality on its doorstep. I’m thinking of moving here” Fiona Cheshire

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.

For just £10.00 a year you will:

• Get invitations to all the private views
• Have opportunities to meet international as well as locally based artists, writers, performers
• Festival literature mailings which includes the now collectible brochure
• Concessions to or reduced prices to talks, workshops, events
• E newsletter giving news on forthcoming events, activities, exhibitions
• Opportunities for outings and social evenings

To join go to the contact page where details for bookings and all contact details for Stroud International Textiles are listed.