Be A Star! The Textile Study Group is delighted to offer a £2,000 award for a special Star Project. This is a unique opportunity to share your passion for contemporary textiles by leading an inclusive, creative project for a group you know or a community you wish to create.
The award supports research, development, materials, and equipment. Your project can take place anywhere: online, in a community centre, gallery, school, college or adult education centre, a library, or even outdoors.
It is envisaged that the project would usually start in September of the award year. This is a biennial award.
Emma McGinn received the award in 2024 for ‘Patchworking Motherhood’. You can read about her project in previous blog posts.
Who Can Apply?
· Freelance artists, volunteers, or qualified teachers (full-time or part-time).
· Applicants must be able to devise and lead an inclusive, creative textile-based learning experience.
· Permanent residents of the UK
Please find further information and the application form on our website – Closing date for applications is 31 May 2026.