Fall Fiber Faire

The Fall Fiber Faire in Brownington is not your average autumnal offering. After all, how many events feature a stuffed animal hospital, an antique quilt show and vintage sewing machine repair? The overarching theme of the day, beyond the obvious — fiber — is resourcefulness, with an emphasis on sustainable crafting methods and upcycling. Festivalgoers find common threads at educational demonstrations by skilled fiber artists, as well as a kickoff keynote by Mary Ann Stewart. The inspiring stitcher highlights the perils of the fast-fashion industry and the importance of greener alternatives, such as repairing, reusing and mending clothes.