BLUE The TATTER Textile Library

BLUE The TATTER Textile Library is a small non-profit organization based in New York. With a team of four employees, they generate annual revenue of $2.5 million. BLUE The TATTER Textile Library focuses on promoting textile arts and culture through various initiatives. Their core offerings include The TATTER Textile Library, a unique collection of over 6,000 books, journals, and exhibition catalogs that serve as both an art installation and a research space. They also conduct over 85 classes annually, teaching hand skills like sewing, quilting, and embroidery, and exploring the history and techniques behind textile crafts. Furthermore, they publish The TATTER journal, which features the work and insights of artists, activists, scientists, and scholars from around the world, examining textiles through various themes. What sets BLUE The TATTER Textile Library apart is its commitment to inclusivity and representation. They actively work to advance underrepresented textile artists and foster a diverse community of participants who learn from each other through their shared love of cloth. Their programming emphasizes sustainable practices and encourages informed consumerism through carefully curated retail offerings. To learn more about BLUE The TATTER Textile Library or to explore their programs and resources, visit their website at tatter.org.