Threads of Renewal
Barakah Beauty Collective, in partnership with Muslim Women's Business Network is thrilled to announce Threads of Renewal, a celebration of cultural heritage, sustainable design, and the rich traditions woven into the fabric of our community! On September 20, 2026, at 6PM we are bringing this vision to life at the Meydenbauer Theatre in Bellevue, Washington, with a public runway event and marketplace that centers the creativity, craft, and entrepreneurial power of Muslim, immigrant, and refugee women. Something remarkable is being built here, and we want you to be part of it. We are so honored to be joined by our special guests, our Emcee Hakeemah Cummings of CMB Stylings, and our featured performer Megan Muneer.
The Concept
Threads of Renewal is Michaela Corning's garment and design incubation program, in coordination with the Barakah Beauty Collective. The program is rooted in the textile heritage of Muslim, immigrant, and refugee women in King County. The program brings together emerging designers and skilled seamstresses to develop original, sustainable modest fashion collections using reclaimed and donated materials, peer mentorship, and the living cultural knowledge each woman carries from their own heritage tradition. The fashion show is the public celebration of that work: a runway where every garment tells a story, and every story belongs to our community.
Get Involved
Volunteers
This event runs on community, and we are grateful for every pair of hands. Volunteers support day-of operations, preparations and programming leading up to, and more. If you want to be part of making this happen, we would love your help.
Fill out an interest form for volunteering
Sponsors
Threads of Renewal is made possible by the generosity of sponsors who believe in what we are building. By sponsoring this event, you are directly supporting Muslim, immigrant, and refugee women designers and seamstresses as they bring their cultural heritage and creative vision to a regional stage. You are investing in sustainable fashion, community-owned entrepreneurship, and the kind of cultural representation that King County needs more of.
We welcome both corporate and individual sponsors who are aligned with our mission and excited to be part of something meaningful. Sponsorship opportunities range from event production and accessibility features, such as live interpretation and venue costs, to designer stipends, vendor support, and community programming throughout the summer. Whether you are a company looking to demonstrate a genuine commitment to equity and sustainability, or an individual who wants to invest directly in women-led creative work, we would love to talk about how we can partner together.
If you are looking for a simple way in, The Founding 100 is it. Threads of Renewal is our new annual fundraiser, and we are inviting a hundred businesses to stand behind the first one at $1,000 each. Founding members receive recognition at the event, a certificate for their wall, and a permanent place on the founding list at every Threads of Renewal we hold after this one.
Threads of Renewal is made possible by our generous sponsors:
- King County
- 4Culture
- City of Bellevue
- WAFD
- Evergreen Goodwill
- Prairie Underground
- Saturna Capital
- American Muslim Advancement Council
FAQ
When and where is the event?
The Crosscultural Fashion Show takes place on September 20, 2026 at the Meydenbauer Theatre in Bellevue, Washington. The vendor market will open at 2PM, and doors for the runway show is at 6PM.
Who is this event for?
This event is for everyone. The show is designed to be family-friendly and welcoming to attendees of all ages, backgrounds, and communities. We are especially proud to celebrate and center Muslim, immigrant, and refugee women, and we warmly welcome allies, artists, designers, and anyone who values culture, sustainability, and creative expression.
Do I need professional experience to participate as a designer or model?
No. We are looking for passion, cultural connection, and commitment, not resumes. If you have a story to tell through fashion, we want to support you in telling it. Throughout the summer leading up to the show, we will be hosting workshops and programming focused on upcycling, sustainable design, and garment construction, so you will have plenty of opportunity to learn and grow alongside our community before you ever step on the runway.
What does sustainable and ethical production mean for this event?
Sustainability is at the heart of Threads of Renewal, but we know it looks different for every maker. Participating designers and seamstresses will have access to BBC's community closet, a curated collection of reclaimed and donated textiles available for upcycling into original pieces. If you have your own sustainable sourcing practices you would like to bring to your collection, we are open to that too. What matters to us is that the work is intentional, ethical, and rooted in care for both community and planet.
What does it mean to participate as a designer?
Participating in the Crosscultural Fashion Show is not just a one-day opportunity. Designers who join the program become part of the BBC community throughout the months leading up to the event, with access to our collective workspace, peer mentorship, and guidance from experienced business owners including BBC founder Michaela Corning. You will have support developing your brand, building your collection, and preparing to present your work on the runway. We are invested in your growth, not just your garments.
Is the event accessible?
Accessibility is a core priority for us. The Meydenbauer Theatre is fully wheelchair accessible, and we are committed to making the event navigable for community members of all abilities. We are also working to provide live interpretation in Arabic, Dari, and Spanish.
Where can I access information for media and members of the press?
Please see our full Media and Press landing page.