Exceptio'laines Wool Festival
Artisanal Wool Festival in Val de Briey
2026
About Exceptio'laines Wool Festival
Exceptio'laines brings together wool artisans in Val de Briey, showcasing techniques like drop spindle and spinning wheel work, natural dyeing, felting, knitting, and crochet. Established in 2020 by an association dedicated to artisanal wool, the festival takes place at the Espace culturel Saint-Pierremont in Mancieulles, featuring demonstrations, direct sales, and introductory workshops open to the public.
Exceptio'laines Wool Festival — edition 2026
The Lorraine wool festival returns to Mancieulles after a hiatus of over two years. Around thirty exhibitors, including both newcomers and familiar faces, will be showcasing hand-dyed yarns, knitting accessories, and crochet creations.
Programme Exceptio'laines Wool Festival 2026
Saturday, October 10th, 2026
- 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM — Artisan yarn market, refreshments, snacks, and food truck · Espace culturel Saint-Pierremont, Mancieulles
Sunday, October 11th, 2026
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM — Artisan yarn market, refreshments, snacks, and food truck · Espace culturel Saint-Pierremont, Mancieulles
Featured Exhibitors
- New: Atelier Camelir, Bazaré Accessoires, Caserita Handicraft, Élevage Alpaso, Haiku Crochet, Instants de Louise, La Chtite Gâte, Laine et Chaudron, Les Mignoneries de Mimi, Le Toupet de Panpan, Polo & Cie, Sophia Welna, Sossoux, Une Louve dans les Bois, Une Maille à la fois, Volnena Yarn
- Returning: Arcoiris Yarn, ByNightCreations, C'Laines, Création Solognote, Croch'ta Maille, L'Atelier Teinture, La Nollin, Madelaine et Filibert, Perlinotte, Tincturalaine, Une Lainière en Touraine, Woolinspires, Yarneline
The organizers have not scheduled specific activities or workshops; the program above reflects all announced events. Association merchandise (badges, tote bags, and reusable cups) will be available for purchase on-site.
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