Newcastle’s vibrant hub for embroiderers and textile artists since 1979.
NCEATA has an exciting event happening in November.
Come long and start you Christmas shopping with unique hand made items while supporting local artists’
The world around us, interpreted through the eyes and hands of NCEATA artists.
Our November theme is
National Recycle / Sustainability.
This collection is from the 2015 exhibition Mottainai.
You can view all the works in our Exhibitions here
Our monthly meetings are the heart of our community. They are a welcoming space to learn, share your work, and connect with fellow textile lovers. Visitors are always welcome to attend a meeting to see what we’re about before deciding if NCEATA is right for you
Workshop Requirements
Cost: $10 plus kit cost
Kits will be available for anyone who wants to have a play.
What to Bring:Plastic sheet to protect the table eg kitchen tidy bag
Small hand towel (old)
Paper towel
Small paintbrush or stencil brush
Water container (small)
30cm square backing fabric
Novelty yarns
Silk fibre (optional)
Founded in Newcastle over forty years ago, NCEATA is your home for creative connection in the Hunter Region. Whether you’re picking up a needle for the first time or are a seasoned textile artist, you will find a welcoming group dedicated to sharing our passion, fostering new skills, and inspiring one another.
NCEATA’s members have a love of working creatively with textiles and fibres, and are of many skill levels with varying special interests.
Members gather twice a month to interact, share, learn and exhibit.
Share ideas, celebrate successes, and feel part of a vibrant local arts community.
Build lasting friendships and find your creative network in a supportive, inclusive, and inspiring environment.
