We invite you to learn about local flax farming and linen production. We will cover all steps, from growing flax to hand processing with beautiful new equipment handmade by talented folks in our Michigan Fibershed.

When you sign-up, you can expect three Growers Meetings: #1 Planning, Prepping, Planting (April), #2 Harvesting (June), and #3 Processing/Closing (August). Additional informational sessions are listed below:

Fiber flax seed will be provided to growers. Please consider a donation to help defray these costs of our bulk seed order and shipping them to you. Suggested $10.

Growing not required to participate!

Curious and want to learn more? Join the:

Information Sessions -

We held two sessions presenting the same information, though the conversations that emerged differed. We discussed the Flax Grow project, Michigan Fibershed as a whole, and opportunities to get involved (in-person meeting was held in with Ann Arbor Area Node: Ann Arbor District Library Downtown).

Session 1: Zoom Recording Sunday, March 23rd: 12:30 - 2:00 PM
Session 2: Zoom Recording Sunday, March 30th: 3:00 - 5:00 PM

** If you are interested in organizing a local node of flax growers in your region of the state, please let us know!

Ready to grow? Sign-up and mark your calendar for the:

Growers Meeting #1: Planning, Prepping, and Planting & Seed Handout - option of two sessions that will have the same information

Join us to receive planting instructions and your own flax seeds to start growing. We'll guide you through the initial steps of this rewarding journey. Growing not required to participate. Come to learn as you wish!

Session 1: Saturday, April 5th: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Session 2: Saturday, April 12th: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Two options to participate

1. Join by Zoom Meeting: https://umich.zoom.us/j/93211510610
—email us to request meeting passcode—

2. In-Person Ann Arbor Area Node: Ann Arbor District Library Downtown - Freespace Room