TRACING ROOTS: A WEAVER’S JOURNEY – FILM SCREENING & DISCUSSION FEATURING DELORES CHURCHILL

Archived in museums, stored in collections, kept safe in our very own homes – what is it about objects that make them so special, and what can we learn from them? Tracing Roots is a new documentary that inspires audiences to make powerful connections between environment and art, collecting and living cultures, and between what […]

Incredible Fiber Estate Sale

Hello, Sharon Janda, an accomplished felter, designer and owner of Wild Plum Designs  http://wildplumdesigns.com/index.cfm, unexpectedly passed away earlier this year. Her vast collection of high-quality fiber materials will be sold at a series of events, the first of which is July 10-11, 2015.   Please do not contact Sharon’s family, who is generously donating the […]

Knitting Workshop with Beth Brown-Reinsel

The Fredericksburg Spinners and Weavers Guild is sponsoring a two-day knitting workshop with the wonderful Beth Brown-Reinsel of Knitting Traditions. The class runs from August 1-2 (Saturday and Sunday). The classes will cover Twined Mittens, Latvian Fingerless Mitts. IF you have already paid your deposit, please bring the remainder to the July meeting and give it to Anne. […]

July 4th Volunteer Request

Volunteer opportunity for 4th of July events: Ferry Farm 4th of July from 10 – 4      We could use more afternoon volunteers to demonstrate and/or assist folks wanting to try their hand at weaving, spinning and knitting. Colonial costumes encouraged but not mandatory. Contact Keren Pritchett or Fran Slaterbeck for more info. Port […]