'Loop, Hook, Loom: A creative collection of textile art made with yarn and thread' features a collection of 37 artists from around the globe who work with yarn to make unconventional and creative objects.
From artists knitting giant sweaters to those creating rooms bursting with imagined sea creatures, Loop, Hook, Loom brings together some of today’s most creative textile practices in a celebration of contemporary exploration and play. Broken down into three chapters – Weaving, Crochet and Knitting – author Sophia Cai dips into the history of these art forms and the creative ways they’re currently being expanded. An accessible entry point into the world of yarn-based art, Loop, Hook, Loom features both working artists and hobbyists, highlighting the endless possibilities of textiles.
To celebrate the publication's release, author Sophia Cai and featured artist Paula do Prado will be appearing at Magenta House on Saturday 9 May for a book signing and collective crafting session (update: sold out)
Loop, Hook, Loom A creative collection of textile art made with yarn and thread Author: Sophia Cai Publisher: Smith Street Books Dimension: 270mm h x 215mm w Pages: 248 Publishing month/year: May 2026 ISBN: 9781923239845
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About the author:
Sophia Cai 蔡晨昕 is a curator and writer based in Kamberri/Canberra, Australia. Sophia’s ongoing research interests include Asian art histories, the intersections between contemporary art and craft, and building communities of practice rooted in feminist and anti-racist work. Sophia is the current Artistic Director + CEO of Canberra Contemporary, one of Australia’s leading contemporary art organisations, and the Deputy Chair of NAVA, a peak advocacy body for Australia’s contemporary arts sector, while maintaining an independent writing and curatorial practice.
