Emelia Stern is a textile artist currently based in North Carolina. She aims to provide vintage inspired fiber art made from repurposed textiles using historical techniques. Both clothing a home decor are created by hand using crochet, knitting, and sewing. While creating these objects sustainability and durability are of the utmost importance.
Education
2021
B.F.A., Craft and Material Studies, Fiber Area, Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), Richmond, VA
2020
Study Abroad Semester, Heriot Watt University, Scottish Borders Campus, Galashiels, Scotland
Educated about production practices relating to weaving and fabric printing
Experience
2022
Fiber Studio Assistant, Peters Valley School of Craft, Layton, NJ
Updating and maintaining studio, providing assistance to students and instructors
2020-2022
Production Assistant for Elizabeth Few Studios, Richmond, VA
Dyeing and steaming silk, managing inventory, upkeep of equipment
2020
Volunteer Metals Studio Monitor, VCU, Richmond, VA
Opening and closing, tool supervision, and student assistance
Markets
2022
American Craft Made Baltimore Marketplace, American Craft Council
Baltimore, Maryland
2023
Academy Art Museum, Craft Show
Easton, Maryland
Outlaw Market
Raleigh, North Carolina
2024
American Craft Made Baltimore Marketplace, American Craft Council
Baltimore, Maryland
Patchwork Market (August 11th)
Durham, North Carolina