About Us
Bamboo & Silk | The Gathering Arts
Where every stitch, every tile, and every afternoon together becomes something worth keeping.
Our Story
Bamboo & Silk began around a table. In early 2026, Lori Stephens founded the Bamboo & Silk Society, a mahjong and needlepoint community for folks who believe an afternoon of tiles, thread, and good company is time well spent.
As the Society grew, so did the dream. Lori and her friend Dana McClure share a love of needlepoint, mahjong, watercolor, and, most of all, gathering. Dana came on board to help build a boutique with that last one at its heart: a place designed from the very first stitch for people to come together and a source for Gathering Arts products that help you come to the table well.
What We Offer
We carry thoughtfully chosen needlepoint canvases, threads, and supplies, along with mahjong goods for players who appreciate beautiful things (and more coming soon). But the shop is only half of it. We also host:
- Stitch Nights, for bringing your project, finding your people, and staying a while
- Mahjong Gatherings, for seasoned players and brand-new ones alike
- Classes, for learning a new skill or polishing one you already love
Our Boutique on Wheels
Our shop lives in a 1978 Nomad camper that we have converted into a mobile boutique. Rather than waiting for you to find us, we bring the needlepoint shop to you. Keep an eye on our schedule to see where we will be parked next.
Why "The Gathering Arts"
Needlepoint, mahjong, watercolor (and a plethora of other arts) are wonderful on their own, but they are even better shared. The Gathering Arts is our name for that: the crafts and games that draw people to the same table and keep them coming back.
Whether you are picking up a needle for the first time or you have a mahjong set older than we are, there is a seat for you here. Come on in, y'all. We have been saving you a spot.
With gratitude,
Lori Stephens & Dana McClure
Bamboo & Silk | The Gathering Arts