There is a used artists’ materials sale at the Torpedo Factory this Saturday. One of the items is a spinning wheel. That’s all I know about it, other than other items for sale include brushes, painting supplies, easels, pleinair equipment, yarn, beads, books, and other art supplies and equipment. Go to the link below to […]
Are you a spinner who would like to learn more about the history of spinning, different spinning techniques, or would like to have a more social group within the guild dedicated to just spinning? Use the form below to let us know what you think, and maybe we can start a spinning study group. Loading…
The guild forums are now up and running. I’ve put together a downloadable “how to” guide that walks you through the process of registering for the forums, how to post new topics, read topics, and reply step-by-step with graphics. You can download the guide by clicking on the following link: Fredericksburg Spinners & Weavers Guild – […]
Just wanted to post this quick reminder that the guild meeting is tomorrow (August 3rd) at Liberty Town. I’ll post the Newsletter later tonight. See you tomorrow!
The catalog was just released. There are some really great classes here for all sorts of fiber-related interests. Click on the link. The on-line catalog isn’t the easiest to navigate, but let me know and I’ll be glad to share what I can figure out. http://issuu.com/theartleague/docs/theartleaguecatalog1314color/1?e=0/4134676&utm_source=The+Art+League+E-mail+Newsletter&utm_campaign=8853c87c7d-August_2013_Tidings&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_861cd6121f-8853c87c7d-67799649 Oh, and the batik class at the Textile Museum […]
All, To keep track of regional class offerings, use the Guild calendar. Regional fiber organizations’ class lists are available on the calendar; just click on one of the 3 class lists (shops, guilds, festivals) which are found on the first day of each month. Contact me if you want better directions on how to use […]
Please go to the FSWG Website https://fswguild.org/ calendar for more details. Hover the cursor over “Events”, then click on “Calendar.” Pat
Anna has asked me to help with coordinating some workshops for the Guild. I’d like to hear from each Guild member. If you are not interested in attending any Guild-sponsored classes I would like to know because if nobody is interested then I’ll work with the Guild in some other capacity if needed. That’s no problem; it […]
I’ve signed up for this. There is only ONE SPACE LEFT!!! Wanna carpool? Textile Museum in DC (thank you, Mary!!) Sat- Sun July 27-28 WORKSHOP Mapping Your Personal Landscape: Two-Day Batik Workshop Saturday, July 27, 10 AM–4 PM Sunday, July 28, 1–4 PM Every individual has a sense of place and a personal landscape to […]
All, Of the workshop requests I’ve received, the topic of surface design has gained the most votes. I’ve found a local artist that you may be interested in: Candace Edgerley. Click on the links below to see her work and find out more about her. Let me know if you are interested in asking her […]