Seattle Textile and Rug Society (STARS)

The Seattle Textile And Rug Society (STARS) was founded in 1998, and is dedicated to increasing knowledge and appreciation of fine rugs and textiles for members and the general public throughout the greater Puget Sound area.   Through meetings, speakers, the web, and exhibitions, STARS provides its members an opportunity to learn and to share their interest in the world of carpets, textiles and the related arts.  Anyone interested in studying, collecting, preserving or decorating with textiles and rugs will enjoy being a member of STARS.  Learn about joining STARS.
 

Next Meeting

From Sagdak to Salor: Design Traditions of Central Asia

with JÜRG RAGETH

Monday, March 3, 2008, 6:30PM

Pioneer Hall
1642 43rd Avenue East, Seattle
in the Madison Park neighborhood

Jurg Rageth will present his latest research on the ancient origins of designs found in the weavings of Central Asia.  By combining art historical methods with scientific analysis of dyes and fibers, Jurg will show that weavers from the last century were influenced by designs dating back at least two millennia.  Click here to download a PDF file of the full meeting announcement, or read it in standard web format by clicking here. 

Rug and Textile News and Events

Hajji Baba 75th Anniversary Exhibition and Symposium, April 11-13th.  The New York-based Hajji Baba Society is celebrating their 75th anniversary with and exhibition and symposium at the New York Historical Society April 11th - 13th.  The symposium will include talks by Jon Thompson, Daniel Walker, Louise Mackey, Thomas Farnham and Michael Franses.  Click www.hajji75.org for more info!

Alhambra and Suleymaniye Mosque virtual tours.  Check out these fantastic virtual tours of the Alhambra in Granada, Spain and the Suleymaniye Mosque in Istanbul.  It's like being there - zoom in, circle around, hear the birds singing.  Beautifully done and truly amazing.

New directory of world textile collections.  The Textile Museum library staff and volunteers have published a very comprehensive listing of textile collections around the world.  Click here to plan your next trip!

STARS is a member of the
American Conference On Oriental Rugs