Thread Journeys / Textile Tours

Yes you heard it right, my intention is to offer 'Thread Journey's' - textile tours to exotic places, to discover and experience local textiles, weaving practices, natural dyeing, women's co-operatives and textile markets.

If you've been following my journeys you'll know that the last few years I have travelled to Indonesia: Java, Flores, Lombok, Bali. I thought I was going for the adventure and nature, but instead fell in love with the traditional weaving practices and handmade and naturally dyed textiles.

Along the way I sought out and immersed myself in natural dyeing, indigo dyeing, batik, ecoprinting and leather ecoprinting workshops. I visited local women's weaving co-operatives and bought hand made textiles directly from the makers. I met so many wonderful people & I still remember the person, the face, the story, the setting where I sourced every single textile.

My intention is to offer guided textile tours abroad. Just like in my past travels we will immerse ourselves in the local textile culture.

With this intention in mind, next week I depart for GUATEMALA.

I'm beyond excited to immerse myself in the natural dyeing, weaving and embroidery practices that still form part of everyday life in Guatemala.

Whilst there I will be seeking out the best / most appropriate courses, workshops, collectives & accommodation.

Yes this is a slight plot twist from foraging, but you must know how I roll by now...I just follow my passions and this is where they are taking me right now. Oh what a wonderful wild ride.

If this is something that you're interested in, or you think you would like to join a 'Thread Journey' then please comment below and I'll send you the link to my email newsletter where I'll share all the details as they evolve.

Stay tuned @thread.journeys as you're about to follow my adventure to Caribbean islands, Mayan ruins, Jungles of Belize & Guatemala, the Mayan culture etc.

p.s. I speak Spanish, we won't get lost!