Meetings

September 2024: Chris Acton/Acton Creative, “Dancing with Technology: Creating an Online Weaving Community”

Chris Acton shared the story of building her online weaving community, which is designed to help beginning weavers grow in confidence and creativity. The Acton Creative website provides educational content and community building programs that include weaving videos, a glossary of weaving terms, free downloadable pages, an assortment of classes, live at the loom demonstrations, and participatory Weave Alongs in April and October.

Woman standing in front of a projection screen giving a talk
Chris Acton shares stories and experiences about her Acton Creative online weaving community.
Table with a variety of handwoven fabrics and objects on it.
A few examples of Chris Acton’s woven creations, many of which were inspired by her community members’ questions and learning journeys.