Presented by SAQA​: "Veronika Olivier shares how she combines recycled fabrics, threads, and unexpected materials such as plastics with traditional art mediums like oil paint and pastels. Veronika's work blurs the line between fine art and textile art, transforming soft materials into richly textured, painterly surfaces." Register today and watch when this episode airs this Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at 2 PM EDT.

Presented by the SAQA: "Since the dawn of prehistoric creativity, humans have harnessed the beauty of wood and the versatility of fibers to craft extraordinary works of art. Nature's Canvas is a joint exhibition by SAQA and the American Association of Woodturners. Join five exhibiting artists from both organizations for this Textile Talk exploring the connections between two ancient mediums. Our speakers are Andrea Finch, Betty Scarpino, Janine Wang, Michael Anderson, and Terri Shinn." Register today and watch when this episode airs this Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at 2 PM EDT.

Presented by the International Quilt Museum: "Sarah Walcott takes us on a global journey of quiltmaking with special textiles that exemplify the IQM's unrivaled collection." Register today and watch when this episode airs this Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at 2 PM EDT.

Presented by the Surface Design Association: "Join us on Wednesday, May 13th at 2PM EDT for (Un)Seen Labor: Motherhood and Care. What is the value of care? Whose labor is seen, and how does loss impress itself into our bodies? Fiber artists Cassie Arnold and Catherine Reinhart will discuss their artistic practice in relationship to carework, grief, and haptic (hand) practices. From Mom Bras to disassembled baby carriers, this Textile Talk will delve into the interdisciplinary explorations of these two artists as they navigate their identities as artists and mothers." Register today and watch when this episode airs this Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at 2 PM EDT.

Presented by SAQA​: "Jim Arendt's practice is rooted in understanding how we relate to labor. His close proximity to the manufacturing and agrarian landscapes of America, as well as the dramatic shifts in both sectors of the economy during Jim's lifetime, has led him to pursue an understanding of America's people and craft. Working primarily in donated denim on his mom's Kenmore sewing machine, Jim creates complex portraiture. He also spends time caring for a fleet of vintage industrial sewing machines that find their way into his garage studio." Register today and watch when this episode airs this Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at 2 PM EDT.

Presented by the Quilt Alliance​: "Join us for a conversation featuring the 2026 Ardis James QSOS Scholars as they present their projects drawing on the Quilters’ Save Our Stories (QSOS) oral history archive. This program highlights new research and creative work that explores the stories and meaning of quiltmaking. Jaleesa Wells, Angelika Strohmayer, and Rachel Ivy Clarke will share their original projects and insights about working with this collection of 1,200+ interviews. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with fresh perspectives on quilt history, community, and storytelling." Register today and watch when this episode airs this Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at 2 PM EDT.

Presented by the International Quilt Museum: "Kristin Barrus is an Academic Quiltmaker who examines the anthropology of quilts. Using the academic field of fan studies, she investigates the ways quiltmakers today embrace fan identities through their making and purchasing, as well as their organic membership in digital and in-person communities. Kristin shares the brief history of fan studies and why it matters, fandom in the quilt world today, and examples of fannish performance at events such as QuiltCon and in the commerce of women in quilt businesses." Register today and watch when this episode airs this Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at 2 PM EDT.

Presented by the Surface Design Association​: "Join us on April 15 at 2PM EDT as we celebrate the publication of Quilt of Souls: A Memoir by Phyllis Biffle-Elmore. Quilts have long held the heartbeat of storytelling and the passing down of oral history. Phyllis’ grandmother Lula Young Horn (1883-1988) told her the stories embedded in her Quilts of Souls. As a master quilter – Grandmother Lula only made quilts from the clothing of deceased family members, friends, and neighbors. Each piece of clothing contained stories of how their lives were lived and these quilts carried the stories of their demise.​​" Register today and watch when this episode airs this Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at 2 PM EDT.

Presented by SAQA: "One step, one mark, one stitch. On their own, they are fairly meaningless, but repeated and gathered together, these ordinary everyday acts turn into something more consequential - a walk, a drawing, a textile. This presentation shares Gillian Cooper’s reflections on a journey through 4 years of process driven practice, walking, drawing and stitching, using the framework of a Masters in Contemporary Art and Archaeology with the University of the Highlands and Islands, Scotland." Register today and watch when this episode airs this Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at 2 PM EDT.

Presented by the Quilt Alliance: "Join us for an oral history interview with quiltmaker, poet, and educator Gwen Westerman for the Quilters’ Save Our Stories project (QSOS). The grassroots QSOS project has been documenting the lives of quiltmakers for more than two decades. QSOS is not only the largest collection of interviews with quilters, but also the largest grassroots oral history project of its kind in the world." Register today and watch when this episode airs this Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at 2 PM EDT.

Join the International Quilt Museum for a conversation with quilt artist 'Sunshine' Joe Mallard! Learn about his quiltmaking career and his recent inclusion in the Barack Obama Presidential Center. Register today and watch when this episode airs this Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at 2 PM EDT.

Presented by the Surface Design Association: "This panel will revisit the National Basketry Organization’s biennial exhibition, Basketry Now, held this past fall at Textile Center in Minneapolis. The artworks showcased the best in basketry from across the country and included entries from 64 artists, as far away as the UK, Italy, and Australia. Hosted by Emily Dvorin, the panel includes Gyöngy Laky (juror), Carol Eckert and Peeta Tinay. Join us to hear a fascinating discussion about the contemporary world of basketry." Register today and watch when this episode airs this Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at 2 PM EDT.

Presented by the SAQA: "Discover how cosplay has evolved from fan passion to a vibrant form of textile art. Beyond the stitches and seams, cosplay is a deeply communal practice, one rooted in collaboration, skill-sharing, and creative expression. This talk traces its creative history and celebrates the makers, stitchers, and dreamers who transform fabric into shared stories and build global communities that preserve textile art along the way." Register today and watch when this episode airs this Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at 2 PM EDT.

Presented by the Quilt Alliance: "Join us for this Textile Talk about Transmissions: Quilts for Trans People. Project quilter, knitter, poet, and performance artist D. Allen interviews project lead artist Cordy Joan. In this conversation, they’ll explore themes of gift quilting, quilts as transitional objects, and the many ways quilts can hold hands with other media. Join us as these two share about an expansive project of 175 trans artists sharing quilts and stories with each other and the world. Quilt Alliance board member Frances O'Roark Dowell will join Cordy and D. for a Q&A after their conversation.​" Register today and watch when this episode airs this Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at 2 PM EDT.

Presented by the International Quilt Museum: ""Boro" is a Japanese term associated with the cycle of use and reuse — of wearing something out and mending it, over and over. In rural communities across Japan, mainly before World War II, boro was a way of life. Everyday textiles such as bed covers and clothing were repeatedly repaired using scraps of fabric and simple running stitches. Join the International Quilt Museum’s Marin Hanson for a Textile Talk with boro expert Dr. Yoshiko Wada, in which they will look at and discuss the IQM’s current exhibition, “Boro: The Hidden and the Visible in Japanese Mended Textiles.”" Register today and watch when this episode airs this Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at 2 PM EDT.

Presented by SAQA​: "Emiko Fujimoto has been making quilts in the Satsuma region of Japan for over 40 years. She mainly uses Japanese vintage fabrics. Her work reflects a deep love for the region and for her materials. "When there's a beautiful pattern, I try to preserve it in my work," she says.​ In this Textile Talk, Fujimoto is interviewed by Naomi Ichikawa. We see several quilts and textile hangings around her home and studio, and take a tour of her vintage fabric stash. Fujimoto and Ichikawa educate us about the fabrics and motifs as they go.​ This presentation is given in Japanese with English subtitles.​" Register today and watch when this episode airs this Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at 2 PM EDT.

Presented by the Surface Design Association​: "Join us on February 18 at 2PM EST as we celebrate the winter publication of The Surface Design Journal: Traditions & Persistence. Highlighting makers and writers across Latin America, the journal explores the art practices of one of the “most ethnically diverse areas of the planet.” We’ll hear from Guest Editor, Giannina Coppiano Dwin, artist Lisu Vega, and writer Francine Birbragher. With moderation from SDA artist in residence, Meli Bandera, we’ll explore the materials and motivations behind their work while deepening “our understanding of textile art’s enduring legacy across time and locales.”" Register today and watch when this episode airs this Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at 2 PM EDT.

Presented by the Quilt Alliance: "The Quilt Alliance's mission is to work with you to document, preserve, and share the stories of your quilts and keep them from fading away. This week on Textile Talks, we’ll share two new Quilters’ Save Our Stories oral history interviews recorded in 2025. You’ll hear QSOS excerpts featuring artists Dr. Tony Dickerson and Sheryl Sims. Their interviews are now included in this historic collection of more than 1,200 quilters. Join us to see how the Quilt Alliance documents our community." Register today and watch when this episode airs this Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at 2 PM EDT.

Presented by the International Quilt Museum: "The International Quilt Museum presents a conversation with Executive Director Leslie Levy and Ashley Occhino, Executive Director of the Textile Society of America.​" Register today and watch when this episode airs this Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at 2 PM EDT.