Fiber College is an annual event whose sole reason for being is to celebrate the fiber arts in all forms. Maine is particularly blessed with artistic energy and inspiration from the flow of the tides, the rolling hills of the blueberry fields and the stars in the night sky. Each year, the weekend after Labor Day, we gather together for a weekend of casual classes, time with friends old and new, live animals and good food. The Shopper’s Boulevard is lined with unique vendors chosen for both the creative ingredients they offer, their personal expertise in animal husbandry and the unique finished work they create. Each booth offers a demonstration or a chance to talk with the artist about his or her creative process.

The College is held on the 40 oceanfront acres of Searsport Shores Ocean Campground. Participants knit at the beach, embroider in the playground and ply silk, wool and exotic fibers among the gardens. The forty diverse classes are spread into the rec hall, garages and outbuildings of the park. Evenings are filled with relaxed gatherings, interesting conversations and quiet laughter around the campfire. Stay right on the campgrounds (accommodations from the largest of RV’s to the smallest of tents) or find a room in an elegant B&B or local motel…there is something for everyone.

Completely volunteer powered and grass roots driven, we welcome your inquiries and suggestions anywhere along the way.

Contact us at: create@fibercollege.org