February 2019
February Guild Meeting: Hooking Design and Technique
The historic technique of hooking takes on contemporary flair in guild member Jean Haley's hands. After a brief business meeting, we will turn to Jean to learn about her design process, including how she prepares and hooks strips of fabric into cloth to create dynamic designs. This meeting is open to anyone interested in the fiber arts. Refreshments will be provided. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
Find out more »March 2019
March Guild Meeting
The annual BSWG Stash Auction! Doors will open at 6:15PM and the auction will begin at 7:00PM. If you are selling, please bring your items between 6:15-6:30PM. Refreshments will be provided by Kerry Conway and Jeanne Connell. Find out more.
Find out more »April 2019
Freeform Design on the Loom with Nancy Marsh
Imagine weaving freeform designs, like damask or brocade, using a 4-shaft loom, with no pick-up stick! Freeform twill involves a simple 1-2-3-4 threading and a unique treadling system, which facilitate the development of weaver-created, two-dimensional design patterns. Over the course of this two-day workshop, you will learn the fundamentals of freeform twill, design theory, how to make and use a cartoon, and several variations of the freeform twill technique. Once you know it, you can apply this technique to hand…
Find out more »April Guild Meeting: The Mystique of Color
After a brief business meeting, weaver, author, and teacher Nancy Marsh will talk on "The Mystique of Color." In this, she will lead us through a light-hearted exploration into how we each relate to color, and have related to color all of our lives! The Universal aspects of color are also shared, with relationship to colors chosen for weavings and for personal use and wearing. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Light refreshments.
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May Guild Meeting
Election of Officers. The program will be spinning techniques presented by Mary Bucshhorn, Kathleen Glaser and Lea Woodard. Refreshments: Marla Dawson
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Informal Summer Gathering
Come out, bring something you're working on, plan new projects or get inspiration for finishing those UFOs. This is also a great venue to get to know each other, discuss questions, and learn more about about the Guild Show, Outreach, Programs and Workshops.
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Spinning Study Group
All are welcome, regardless of skill level.
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All are welcome.
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Spinning Study Group
Join spinning enthusiasts for an evening of discussion and exploration of technique. All levels welcome.
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Weavers, come out and join in on this discussion and study of weaving overshot.
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