Fiber Arts on 4th’s vision includes serving as your gateway to New Mexico’s vast array of historical and contemporary fiber arts. See below for events, projects, businesses, guilds, and workshops throughout the state.
ALBUQUERQUE AREA
From May 1 to June 1, the Albuquerque Fiber Arts Council has an open Call for Entry for their Flight & Flow Exhibition at the Open Space Gallery. The exhibition, titled “Flight and Flow,” is an exploration of movement across open spaces. They are looking for works inspired by birds, insects, migration, wind, and the natural rhythms that shape our landscapes. Submit your work on their website.
The Agri-Nature Center of Los Ranchos is hosting a workshop on Wool Prep & Wool-Based Fiber Arts on Wednesday, April 29. Visit their Eventbrite for details.
Libros, the New Mexico Book Arts Guild, is hosting their annual flea market on Saturday, May 9 featuring creative bargains and crafting goodies. Learn more on their website.
The New Mexico Economic Development Department’s Creative Industries Division is hosting CreativeCon, a series of events across the state featuring workshops, networking, and more to support creative professionals. The final event is in Albuquerque on June 6 at the National Hispanic Cultural Center. Learn more and register on the NM EDD website.
SANTA FE/NORTHERN NEW MEXICO
On Saturday, April 11, Española Valley Fiber Arts Center is hosting a fundraiser to purchase wool, animal feed, and directly support traditional lifeways on Big Mountain. A suggested donation is $20. All proceeds will go directly to Diné wool producers of Big Mountain/Black Mesa, who are actively resisting relocation. RSVP here.
Santa Fe, the exhibit Intersection: Color and Form will be on display at NM State Capitol’s Rotunda Gallery from April 3 to December 18th 2026, open 9 am to 6 pm Monday through Friday. The exhibit features a collection of contemporary mixed media art by New Mexico artists, including our founder and owner Cael Chappell.
Española, Española Valley Fiber Arts Center, watch their website for a comprehensive listing of upcoming workshops and events.
Chama, Tierra Wools, watch their website to learn about their upcoming classes.
Chimayo, Centinela Traditional Arts, watch their website or contact them about their Rio Grande Chimayo Weaving workshops.
Taos, Taos Wools Festival, watch their website for information about the next event.
The Mountain and Valley Wool Association is seeking vendors for their 42nd Fiber Arts Fesitval on October 3 and 4! Apply today on their website.
WESTERN NEW MEXICO
Gallup, Weaving in Beauty, watch their website or contact them to find out about their 4 day Navajo weaving workshops.
Crownpoint, Crownpoint Rug Auction, a community-based event that serves as the intermediary between Diné weavers and connoisseurs of Navajo art and culture. Check their website for info on dates, location, etc..
SOUTHERN NEW MEXICO
The Southwest Women’s Fiber Arts Collective is hosting their Tapestry of Talent annual fundraiser fashion show on April 4th in Silver City, with pieces available to purchase after the show. Their fiber artists represent weaving, quilting, knitting, crocheting, repurposing found fiber treasures, silk painting, pine needle work, sewing, dyeing, papercraft, and much more!
Las Cruces, New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum, watch their website to learn about their Fiber Extravaganza.
Silver City, Wild West Weaving, watch their website to find out about their upcoming classes.
Las Cruces, Weaving For Justice is an all-volunteer non-profit supporting the work of Mayan weaving collectives in Chiapas, Mexico.
EASTERN NEW MEXICO
Fort Sumner, Bosque Redondo Memorial at Fort Sumner Historic Site.
GUILDS
ABQ Area Fiber Arts Guilds
Las Arañas Spinners and Weavers Guild
Adobe Wool Arts Guild (Rug Hooking)
Desert Designs Machine Knitting Guild
Turquoise Trail Chapter, Embroiderers Guild of America
New Mexico Quilters Association
If your guild in Albuquerque, Rio Rancho, East Mountains, or elsewhere in Central New Mexico isn’t listed, please let us know!