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Make in Public Day is Sunday, June 8 in Alexandria.
Get ready for 'Make in Public Day,' set for Sunday, June 8 in Alexandria. Here's the scoop from fibre space:
WHO: fibre space Presents Alexandria Make in Public Day
WHAT: A Celebration of Creativity in the Community
WHEN: Sunday, June 8, 2025 | 12 noon – 5 p.m.
WHERE:
fibre space: 1319 Prince St., Alexandria, VA (200 block of Commerce St)
Market Square at City Hall: 301 King St., Alexandria
Join fibre space in Old Town Alexandria for Make in Public Day, a vibrant, community-wide celebration of creativity and craft. Originally launched 16 years ago as a small local meet-up for World Wide Knit in Public Day, the event has grown into a beloved tradition that drew more than 350 participants last year.
Makers of all kinds: Knitters, crocheters, painters, potters, and more—are invited to bring their works-in-progress and create together in public. This year’s event will take place at two dedicated locations designed to inspire creativity, connection, and community.
EVENT LOCATIONS:
Outside fibre space (200 block of Commerce St.): This pedestrian-only zone will be transformed into a dynamic creative space. To honor World Pride Month, fibre space will launch a new monthly Queer Stitch Meet-Up and will also collect gently used hooks and needles for donation and reuse.
Market Square at City Hall: Experience hands-on art demos and family-friendly craft activities in partnership with the Mobile Art Lab, a traveling arts vehicle that brings visual and performing arts experiences to the public.
HIGHLIGHTS AROUND OLD TOWN (12 noon–5 p.m.):
fibre space – Yarn and stitching-themed flash tattoos by Madison Street Tattoo
Bishop Boutique – Custom trucker hat making with Beatrix and Greta
MADE IN ALX Maker Faire – Live sketches, candle making, and interactive booths
Penny Post – Handwritten letter crafting (mailing included)
Pippin Toy Co – Story time and children’s craft activities
Wear Ever Jewelry – DIY jewelry making
The Pink Reef (Market Square) – Custom earrings created on-site by designer Janice Park
Mobile Art Lab (Market Square) – Family-friendly arts programming and live demos
Red Barn Mercantile – Glittery sangria and margaritas
This event is free and open to the public. Participants are encouraged to bring their own seating, stay hydrated and use sun protection while enjoying a day of creativity in the heart of Alexandria.
For more information, visit: https://fibrespace.com/event/alexandria-make-in-public-day/
About World Wide Knit in Public Day World Wide Knit in Public Day was started in 2005 by Danielle Landes and is now the largest knitter run event in the world. It began as a way for knitters to come together and enjoy each other’s company. Knitting is such a solitary act that it’s easy to knitalone somewhere and sink into your work without thinking about all the other knitters out there. Neighbors could spend all their lives never knowing that the other knits.
