The MidAtlantic Fiber Association (MAFA) is a regional association that encourages and promotes education in the fiber arts. MAFA hosts virtual classes, a book group, and movie night, as well as a biennial in-person fiber arts conference.
Welcome to MAFA!
We provide cooperation and communication among fiber groups and individuals within and throughout the area of Delaware, the District of Columbia, Maryland, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Virginia, and West Virginia.
What is MAFA?
MAFA is a volunteer-run, nonprofit organization that brings together weaving, spinning, dyeing, and fiber-arts guilds, along with individual artists and learners. Guided by a dedicated Board of Directors and a Representatives Assembly, we work to strengthen the fiber-arts community through education, collaboration, and shared resources.
Join MAFA!
Guilds enjoy early access to conference registration, publicity for guild events, free hosted websites and the opportunity to apply for grants.
Get Involved
Become part of the MAFA community as a Rep for your guild. Flex your skills and volunteer for the conference, social media or grants reviews.
Find a Guild
Looking to join a local guild? Use our interactive map to find one near you or browse by state. Contact and meeting information are listed for each guild.
MAFA Hands On! Conference
MAFA’s in-person biennial conference offers immersive, hands-on workshops, a fashion show, fiber art exhibits, vendor hall, and the opportunity to connect you with fellow fiber artists.
MAFA Virtual
MAFA Virtual offers online programs designed to make fiber-arts education accessible to everyone. Take an online class, view textile artist videos on Movie Night or discuss a fiber-related book.
