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Australia's young makers deserve to shine

Junior Fibre Artist Scholarship Presented by Jenny King & Crochet Guild Australia

Supporting Australia's next generation of fibre creatives, where tradition meets innovation, and young makers find their voice.

Australia is home to an extraordinary generation of young makers who are blending tradition, innovation, sustainability, and contemporary design in ways that are reshaping the world of fibre arts.

This scholarship exists to open a door: to give one talented young artist the mentorship, confidence, and resources they need to grow their craft and their voice.

  • Celebrating slow fashion and sustainable making
  • Bridging traditional craft with contemporary design
  • Building confidence through world-class mentorship
  • Nurturing the next generation of fibre artists

Nominate today

Whether you're applying for yourself or nominating a young maker you believe in — this could be the moment that changes everything.

Apply Now

Everything you need to level up your craft

๐ŸŽ“10 Hours of One-to-One Tuition. Private sessions via Zoom with internationally recognised fibre arts designer and educator Jenny King — tailored entirely to your creative goals.

๐Ÿงถ Curated Yarn Bundle. A specially curated collection of yarn to fuel your creative journey following your mentorship — a gift to help your next project take shape.

๐ŸŒŸ Recognition + Community. Presented at the Crochet Guild Australia Conference Hook and Stitches Dinner — a moment to shine in front of Australia's fibre arts community.

Eligibility at a glance

  • Aged 18–25. Young makers at the start of their creative journey.
  • Australian Resident. Open to residents anywhere across Australia.
  • Internet + Zoom Access. You'll need a camera and microphone for your mentoring sessions.
  • Passion for Fibre Arts. A demonstrated interest in crochet, knitting, slow fashion, or textile arts.

Jenny King

Internationally Recognised Designer & Educator

Jenny King is an internationally recognised fibre arts designer and educator with a deep commitment to nurturing the next generation of creative talent. Through one-to-one Zoom sessions, Jenny offers the scholarship recipient personalised guidance, expert feedback, and a creative partnership designed to help them grow with confidence and purpose. Her teaching brings together technical mastery and artistic encouragement in equal measure.

Nominate today

Whether you're applying for yourself or nominating a young maker you believe in — this could be the moment that changes everything.

Apply Now

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P.O. Box 136 Ourimbah NSW 2258

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