WESTTOWN EDUCATION FOR TEXTILES

W. E. F.T. is a textile education program for adults with developmental disabilities run by The Weaving Mill in partnership with social services agency Envision Unlimited. Focusing on collaborative process, a communal studio environment and creative use of found and recycled materials, W.E.F.T. workshops encourage participants to strengthen their creative and technical muscles through regular practice. We work on a diverse set of donated and accumulated floor looms, weaving primarily with deadstock and donated yarns. 60% of the proceeds from project sales are distributed to participants based on their participation in the program and 40% goes to the program budget.

The W.E.F.T. program has taken many shapes over the last several years, with emphases on sewing, design, quilting, drawing, and weaving. Through all these different projects and processes, W.E.F.T. participants have built a unique and supportive creative community.

Interested in getting involved? Contact info@theweavingmill.com for more information about volunteering, helping out, and getting to know the W.E.F.T. crew.

Donations of weaving equipment and yarn are always welcome. Please contact info@theweavingmill.com if you are interested in supporting the program through a donation!