Program Description: My Jewish Textile Journey: Connecting with Ritual, Culture, and Family through Crafts
When Jorie Slodki's parents found a half-finished embroidered challah cover in a late great-aunt's apartment, they brought it to Jorie and asked if she could complete it. Jorie said she would, even though she didn't know how to embroider. That challah cover sparked a love of fiber and textile arts that continues to this day. Today, Jorie can do knitting, embroidery, cross-stitch, tatting, bobbin lace, temari, and more—and she sees every craft as a new opportunity to explore Jewish culture, history, and ritual objects.
Jorie Slodki has taught crafting classes, made pieces on commission, and won ribbons for her work at state fairs in two states. She is a member of the North Carolina Regional Lacers and the International Organization of Lace. Her article, "My Jewish Lace Journey: Inventing Tradition," was published in the IOLI Bulletin in Summer 20233. When she is not working on craft projects, she is the Content Manager at the Jewish Federation of Greater Raleigh.
Where: Atria of Cary, 7000 Regency Pkwy., Cary, NC 27518
