Go to the Attendee Hub to Replay Sessions
MAFA 2021 – Our “Virtual” Creative Community
With dozens of online classes in weaving, spinning, dyeing, felting, basketmaking, and other fiber arts, plus lectures, an interactive vendor marketplace and special events, MAFA 2021 is sure to be a fun and inspiring experience. Download the brochure and visit the pages linked below for all our conference information. Wondering what virtual classes will be like at MAFA 2021? Watch the videos of two Sample Class sessions we recorded on March 11th. Recordings and text from the chat are posted on the FAQs page.
Margaret Briggs, MAFA 2021 Conference Coordinator
Need help? Contact us at help@mafafiber.org, or text the hotline 434-373-0629, 8 a.m. – 9 p.m. EDT (or leave a voicemail as we generally won’t be able to answer calls).
Many thanks to our entire 2021 Conference Committee!
| MAFA 2021 Conference Committee | ||
|---|---|---|
| Margaret Briggs | Conference Chair | conference@mafafiber.org |
| Elizabeth Ator | Photos Coordinator | photos@mafafiber.org |
| Tina Bliss | Conference Graphics | graphic.designer@mafafiber.org |
| Aileen Campbell | Towel Exchange Coordinator | towel.exchange@mafafiber.org |
| Patty Chrisman | Events, Surveys, Zoom Admin, Minutes | secretary@mafafiber.org |
| Annette Devitt | Fashion Exhibit & Show | fashion.show@mafafiber.org |
| Ellie Divito | Volunteer Coordinator | volunteer.coordinator@mafafiber.org |
| Elisa Eiger | Towel eBook | |
| Nancy Everham | Social Media/Facebook | facebook@mafafiber.org |
| Deborah Faehner | Education Committee | debbief@mafafiber.org |
| Chris Field-Funk | Education Committee | chrisf-f@mafafiber.org |
| Debbie Fister | Communications Committee | |
| Debbie Herrin | Registrar | registrar@mafafiber.org |
| Carol Ireland | Exhibits Coordinator | exhibits@mafafiber.org |
| Charlene Marietti | Communications Committee | charlenem@mafafiber.org |
| Gigi Matthews | Social Media/Instagram | communications@mafafiber.org |
| Paige McAfee | Education Committee | paigemc@mafafiber.org |
| Julia McDonald | Education Committee | juliamcd@mafafiber.org |
| Kathleen Remsa | Fiber Art Exhibit | arts.exhibit@mafafiber.org |
| Lillie Rizack | Catering Coordinator | catering@mafafiber.org |
| Wendy Roberts | Social Media/Twitter | marketing@mafafiber.org |
| Jenny Sethman | Social Media/Twitter | social.media@mafafiber.org |
| Carol Steuer | Vendor Coordinator | vendors@mafafiber.org |
| Melissa Terrels | Education Committee | melissat@mafafiber.org |
| Dornan Trainer | Sponsors/Donations | donations@mafafiber.org |
| MAFA Board | ||
| Helena Valentine | MAFA President | president@mafafiber.org |
| Sara Keene Robbins | MAFA First VP/Membership | membership@mafafiber.org |
| Margaret Briggs | MAFA Second VP/Conference | conference@mafafiber.org |
| Marla Campbell | MAFA Treasurer | treasurer@mafafiber.org |
| Patty Chrisman | MAFA Secretary | secretary@mafafiber.org |
| David Banks | MAFA Webmaster | webmaster@mafafiber.org |
| Mary Strouse | MAFA Grants Chair | grants@mafafiber.org |
| Karen Miller | MAFA Past-President | pastpresident@mafafiber.org |
Questions? Check out the most current FAQs here.
Dates to Remember
| Save the Date | Event |
|---|---|
| March 11, 2021 | Live Sample Classes in interactive and webinar format. Recordings are posted in the FAQ's. |
| March 31, 2021 | Deadline to enter the 2021 Towel Exchange. Deadline for vendor applications. |
| April 10, 2021 | Early registration opens for MAFA guild members and associate members, sponsors and instructors. Find the link on the Registration page. |
| April 24, 2021 | Registration opens for everyone, including non-members and vendors. Find the link on the Registration page. |
| May 1, 2021 | Deadline to submit Conference Sponsorships |
| May 15, 2021 | Deadline to enter the Fashion Show/Exhibit and Fiber Arts Exhibit. |
| June 15, 2021 | Attendee Hub opens. |
| June 17 & 19, 2021 | Attendee Hub Orientation Sessions |
| June 24, 2021 | The MAFA 2021 conference begins. |
Our Conference Sponsors (find details here)
Conference Details
Schedule and Events
Find out about all our conference activities.
Registration
Everything to know about registration – dates, costs, details, and questions answered. Member registration opens April 10th at 9 a.m. Eastern.
Classes
Check out our class schedule, formats, skill levels and our complete list of classes.
Exhibits and Towel Exchange
Sign ups for the Fashion Exhibit and Show, Fiber Art Exhibit, and Towel Exchange are still open. Find more info about each exhibit and the entry forms here.
Vendors
Visit our virtual vendor Marketplace to shop for class supplies and check out the special vendor coupons just for conference attendees. Check back in May for the fiber demonstrations and talks schedule.
Frequently Asked Questions
You have questions. We have answers.
Sponsorships
Is your guild or organization interested in sponsoring an event, exhibit or placing an ad at the conference? Find information about sponsorship opportunities here.
Volunteer
Have some experience with Zoom? Then there are ways you can help at the virtual conference.
Need Help?
Email us at help@mafafiber.org.