Join The Fibershed
Become a member and join a network of producers, processors, and makers building a sustainable fiber system centered on fibers, dyes, and labor within the Chesapeake Watershed.
Our Mission
The Chesapeake Fibershed follows the Chesapeake Watershed, encompassing the greater Washington D.C. – Baltimore metropolitan areas and extends through Virginia, Maryland, and Delaware. We are working to create a regional network between fiber producers, mills, dyers, artisans and enthusiasts in our area.
By connecting the dots in our local supply chain, we seek to unify local resources and promote environmentally sustainable practices.
Join The Fibershed
Join a dedicated network of local producers, processors, and makers who are working together to build a sustainable regional fiber system
Meet our producers
Farmers, ranchers, designers, sewers, weavers, knitters, felters, spinners, mill owners and natural dyers living and working within the Chesapeake Fibershed.
Fibershed Programs
We encourage the involvement of all engaged in growing, producing, marketing, and using natural plant and animal fibers.
Meet Our Producers Featured In Producer Highlights
Meet some of our Chesapeake Fibershed Members and discover the products and services they have to offer!
FROM THE BLOG
We’re Local. Wear Local.
This year the Chesapeake Fibershed is continuing it’s Sustainable Cloth Challenge with its “We’re Local. Wear Local” campaign. As always, the challenge is about raising awareness of locally made clothing and home textiles and why that matters. In...
FROM THE BLOG
We’re Local. Wear Local.
This year the Chesapeake Fibershed is continuing it’s Sustainable Cloth Challenge with its “We’re Local. Wear Local” campaign. As always, the challenge is about raising awareness of locally made clothing and home textiles and why that matters. In...