Below are links to websites that you may find of interest. They include the organizations that I belong to.

EASTERN REGION TEXTILE FORUM www.ertf.org.uk
This is an exciting new forum venture based in the east of England that has been formed to promote Textile Art in the region and beyond.

EMBROIDERERS GUILD www.embroiderersguild.com
This national organization aims to promote embroidery nationally and internationally. I belong to the South and East Essex Branch, which meets twice monthly in SE Essex. Further details from the website.

WARNERS ARCHIVE. www.enjoybraintree.co.uk
This is a very interesting museum, the permanent collection detailing the history and designs of the Warners Company, and also often has interesting collaborative exhibitions.

BEVERLEY FOLKARD www.picturetrail.com/beverlefolkard fibre-reaction.blogspot.com
The mixed media and textile artist who I am exhibiting with in September/October. Has a very varied output and so well worth a look at.