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SUMMARY:February Meeting - "Strictly Strickler"\, changed to ZOOM meeting
DESCRIPTION: NOTE: This has changed from an in-person to a Zoom meeting\, due to parking situation (ice) at Shawsville Community Center. \nProgram about Carol Strickler’s “A Weaver’s Book of 8 Shaft Patterns”\, facilitated by member Judy W.  She will explore some of the fine points of the book\, hopefully discussing topics that will make the book more “user-friendly” and perhaps one you’ll want to include on your library shelf (or reserve from our Guild library).
URL:https://handweaversguild.org/event/february-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260111T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260111T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T161831
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T211601Z
UID:1772-1768140000-1768147200@handweaversguild.org
SUMMARY:January Meeting ZOOM\, Wabi Sabi Program
DESCRIPTION:Using Your Stash to Weave Wabi Sabi\, with Tammy Bast (the Rogue Weaver). \nJoin Tammy Bast\, The Rogue Weaver\, for an inspiring weaving presentation that embraces the art of spontaneity. In this session\, you’ll dive deep into your stash\, learning how to creatively sort and pair yarns of different colors and textures. Tammy will guide you through selecting the right reed and warping your loom in ways that break traditional rules—resulting in a scarf that’s as unique and beautiful as the materials you use. Participants will learn how to weave a beautiful scarf using yarns from their own stash. This presentation is geared to weavers who want to explore creative ways to work with yarns they already have\, without needing any new materials. Through detailed instruction\, you’ll learn how to choose the right yarns\, plan your project\, and weave a stunning scarf on your loom.\nLearning Objectives:\n\n\nMaster the art of “shopping your stash” by selecting the perfect yarns you already own for your project.\n\n\nConfidently choose and combine colors to create striking\, harmonious designs.\n\n\nUnderstand how to determine the appropriate reed size for various yarns.\n\n\nExplore techniques for mixing different warps to add texture and depth to your weaving.\n\n\nLearn how to adapt a variety of yarns to fit your reed\, regardless of size or type.\n\n\nMaintain consistent tension throughout your project for beautiful results.\n\n\nDevelop strategies to troubleshoot and manage challenging warps with ease.\n\n\n\nBio: Tammy Bast — The Rogue Weaver\nTammy Bast is a self-taught weaver who has been exploring the craft for nearly a decade. Drawn to the creative freedom and surprising depth of the rigid heddle loom\, she’s made it her mission to reveal its hidden powers and endless possibilities.\n\nThrough The Rogue Weaver (www.therogueweaver.com)\, Tammy teaches both in person and on Zoom\, sharing her calm\, encouraging approach with students around the world. She has taught at the Prairie Fibre Festival\, PEI Fibre Festival\, and Woolstock East\, and is known for blending clear instruction with a spirit of curiosity and play.\n\nAs a pattern designer and writer\, Tammy’s work has been featured by WEBS – America’s Yarn Store\, Little Looms\, and Gist Yarn. On her blog\, she shares weaving tips\, creative reflections\, and free resources for weavers of all levels — celebrating a thoughtful\, joyful\, and rogue approach to the loom.
URL:https://handweaversguild.org/event/january-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T161831
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SUMMARY:December Meeting - Holiday Party
DESCRIPTION:Holiday Party and craft (craft type TBA)  People are encouraged to bring refreshments and there will be a Dirty Santa gift exchange.
URL:https://handweaversguild.org/event/december-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251109T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251109T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T161831
CREATED:20250328T135316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T131638Z
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SUMMARY:November Meeting - "Winding Color Balls" (PROGRAM CHANGE)
DESCRIPTION:Member Iva B.\, has been winding some lovely balls of mixed yarn and using them to make placemats and mug rugs.  She will bring in some items she’s been weaving.  So what we’re going to do is ask you to bring in an assortment of yarns\, including some you’re willing to share\, a cone or ball winder if you have one\, and maybe some scissors.  Iva will go over her process and then we’ll all play around with winding some colorful balls of our own.  Iva will be there to offer guidance to anyone needing help choosing yarns that might work well together \n 
URL:https://handweaversguild.org/event/november-meeting-strictly-strickler/
LOCATION:Meadowbrook Community Center\, 267 Alleghany Spring Rd\, Shawsville\, 24162\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251012T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251012T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T161831
CREATED:20250328T134908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T134908Z
UID:1766-1760277600-1760284800@handweaversguild.org
SUMMARY:October Meeting (ZOOM) Split-Shed Weaving
DESCRIPTION:Deborah Silver will present a PowerPoint lecture explaining the split-shed weaving process\, including how to read a split-shed draft\, how to form a split shed on different loom types\, and the numerous structures that can be created using a split shed with just four shafts. Deborah will also show examples of her woven art and discuss her creative process. \nDeborah Silver is an artist\, author and weaving instructor. She is a 2021 graduate of the Cleveland Institute of Art\, with a BFA in Fiber. She has applied her knowledge to commissioned interior design textiles\, as well as creating her own unique woven art. Her works have been shown in many national juried exhibitions and have received numerous awards\, including First Place and the award for excellence in complex weaving at “Complexity 2018”. In 2019\, she published The Technique of Split-Shed Weaving\, a book for 4-shaft weavers\, illustrating the split-shed weaving process and the myriad structures that can be woven with this method. She is a 2015 recipient of a Cleveland Jewish Arts and Culture Fellowship Grant and the winner of a 2019 Ohio Arts Council Individual Excellence Award. Deborah now teaches split-shed weaving workshops internationally. \nYou can view more info about Deborah on her website: https://www.deborahsilverstudio.com/
URL:https://handweaversguild.org/event/october-meeting-zoom-split-shed-weaving/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250914T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250914T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T161831
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SUMMARY:September Meeting - Business Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The first meeting of the 2025-2026 guild year.  Program TBA.
URL:https://handweaversguild.org/event/september-meeting-business-meeting/
LOCATION:Meadowbrook Community Center\, 267 Alleghany Spring Rd\, Shawsville\, 24162\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T161831
CREATED:20250510T194504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250510T194504Z
UID:1808-1752314400-1752336000@handweaversguild.org
SUMMARY:Basics of Tapestry Weaving
DESCRIPTION:“Basics of Tapestry Weaving” \nwith Instructor Heather Laing \nDates: Saturday\, July 12\, 2025 10 am – 4 pm\nCost: $20 Member  $30 non-member (Includes partial year Annual Membership Fee)\nLocation: Glenvar Library\, 3917 Daugherty Rd.\, Salem\, VA  24153\nMaximum Number of Participants: 10\nWorkshop Level: Beginner \nRequired Loom: Looms will be provided \nLunch: Please bring a snack \nWorkshop Description:   Learn the basics of tapestry weaving in this hands-on presentation with Heather. Learn how to put the warp on a simple frame loom and create a small sampler using different tapestry techniques. \nMaterials Needed: Materials needed will include\, yarn\, cotton\, wool\, or acrylic in a worsted weight\, 8/4 cotton yarn for warp\, and a fork or comb beater. A small frame loom will be provided for you to borrow. \nQuestions? Please call Annette Meyer at 540-798-1589 or email ameyer8848@gmail.com \nTo register for this workshop\, please complete this registration form: https://forms.gle/1WEnL7zX5dcoD6kGA
URL:https://handweaversguild.org/event/basics-of-tapestry-weaving/
LOCATION:Glenvar Library\, 3917 Daugherty Rd\, Salem\, VA\, 24153\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T161831
CREATED:20250510T194321Z
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UID:1806-1749290400-1749312000@handweaversguild.org
SUMMARY:Beginners Rigid Heddle Weaving
DESCRIPTION:“Beginning Weaving on a Rigid Heddle Loom” Workshop \nwith Instructor Heather Laing \n\n\n\nDates: Saturday\, June 7\, 2025 – 10 am – 4 pm \nCost: $20 Member\,  $30 non-member \nLocation: Glenvar Library\, 3917 Daugherty Rd.\, Salem\, VA  24153 \nMaximum Number of Participants: 8 \nWorkshop Level: Beginner \nRequired Loom: Rigid Heddle \nLunch: Please bring a snack or lunch\n\n\n\nWorkshop Description: Create a scarf using colorful worsted weight yarn on the rigid heddle loom. Learn the basics of weaving on the rigid heddle loom\, warping\, weaving\, creating straight edges\, and finishing. \nMaterials Needed: Rigid Heddle Loom with an 8 dent Reed\, worsted weight yarn (instructor will communicate quantity of yarn needed and tools to bring to the workshop) \nQuestions? Please call Annette Meyer at 540-798-1589 or email ameyer8848@gmail.com \nTo register for this workshop\, please complete this registration form: https://forms.gle/woJ2BR2M4C692b7s9
URL:https://handweaversguild.org/event/beginners-rigid-heddle-weaving/
LOCATION:Glenvar Library\, 3917 Daugherty Rd\, Salem\, VA\, 24153\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250603T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250603T110000
DTSTAMP:20260426T161831
CREATED:20250510T193931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250510T195943Z
UID:1804-1748943000-1748948400@handweaversguild.org
SUMMARY:Deflected Double Weave Study Group Zoom (Members only)
DESCRIPTION:This event is for members only.  More detail about this event is on the library page under Miscellaneous in the Members Only section. \nThis will be an ongoing Zoom meeting\, starting June 3\, twice monthly on Tuesdays.
URL:https://handweaversguild.org/event/deflected-double-weave-study-group-zoom-members-only/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250509T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250509T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T161831
CREATED:20250131T212351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T185929Z
UID:1716-1746784800-1746792000@handweaversguild.org
SUMMARY:Basic Ice Dyeing with Instructor Dena Manchester
DESCRIPTION:Dates: Saturday\, May 9\, 2025\, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm or 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm\nCost    $25 Member    $50 Non-Member\nLocation: Shawsville Community Center\, 267 Alleghany Spring Rd\, Shawsville\, VA 24162\nMaximum Number of Participants: 6 per session\nRegistration Deadline: April 26\, 2025\nWorkshop Level: Beginner \nWorkshop Description:   Learn the basics of fabric ice dyeing.  Dena will provide the presoak chemicals and dyes.  Be sure to wear clothing that would be all right if dyed.\nParticipants will carry home their dishpans with prepared ice-dyed fabric they will need to rinse and wash at least 24 hours later. \nParticipants Must Bring: \nPrewashed fabric:  either cotton\, rayon\, tencel\, silk\, or linen\, washed with laundry soap and dried without fabric softeners.  Maximum – six t-shirts per dishpan.\nIce – a 7-pound bag\nDishpans for processing the fabric.  Perhaps two that are about 10” x 12”.\nMask if desired\nPlastic gloves\nApron if desired to cover your clothing\nNotebook and Pen \nQuestions? Please call Dena Manchester  at 540-598-8149 or email denadweaves@gmail.com \nTo register for this May workshop\, please click this link:   https://forms.gle/MoA7AcYVr8nooYT47
URL:https://handweaversguild.org/event/basic-ice-dyeing-with-instructor-dena-manchester/
LOCATION:Meadowbrook Community Center\, 267 Alleghany Spring Rd\, Shawsville\, 24162\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T161831
CREATED:20240906T175924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250920T151554Z
UID:1547-1746367200-1746374400@handweaversguild.org
SUMMARY:May Meeting - Annual guild "Yard Sale" of fiber related material
DESCRIPTION:NOTE:  this is one week earlier than our “normal” monthly meeting of second Sunday\, due to Mother’s Day falling on the second Sunday.  And this is the last meeting of our 2024-2025 guild year.  We start the 2025-2026 year in September. \nAnnual guild “Yard Sale” of fiber related material
URL:https://handweaversguild.org/event/may-monthly-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Meadowbrook Community Center\, 267 Alleghany Spring Rd\, Shawsville\, 24162\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T140000
DTSTAMP:20260426T161831
CREATED:20250131T211529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T211529Z
UID:1713-1745661600-1745676000@handweaversguild.org
SUMMARY:Baltic Style Pickup Inkle Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Dates: Saturday\, April 26\, 2025 – 10:00 am to 2:00 pm \nCost: $15 Member $40 Non-Member \nLocation: Glenvar Library\, 3917 Daugherty Rd.\, Salem\, VA  24153 \nMaximum Number of Participants: 10\nRegistration Deadline: April 15th\, 2025 \nWorkshop Level: Advanced Beginner \nRequired Loom: Inkle \nLunch: Please bring a snack or lunch \nWorkshop Description:  There are various techniques to weave patterns in inkle weaving.  In this class\, we will learn how to make Baltic-style pattern bands\, one of the easiest methods.  Students will make a 2- or 4-color band with 7 pickup threads\, ¾ inch in width\, and approximately 60 inches long.This type of patterning involves both picking up threads from the bottom shed and dropping threads from the top shed.  Typically\, the bands are woven with a thinner warp for the background\, and a thicker warp (or double the thin yarn) for the pattern.  Patterns are created on the front and back of the band.  This class will make a band with a center of 7 patterns within a border of 22 plain weave threads \nThe techniques in this class will follow the methods presented in Anne Dixon’s “The Weaver’s Inkle Pattern Directory\,” including some of her patterns. \nYou must be able to warp an inkle loom from a given pattern.  You will need an inkle loom\, a belt shuttle\, and 2 weights of yarn\, preferably 5/2 and 3/2 perle cotton.  If you only have the thinner yarn (5/2 or some substitute\, you can use it doubled for the pattern yarn).  The colors of the thick and thin yarns should have good contrast or the pattern will not be visible.  A complete supply list (miscellaneous items such as scissors\, tape measure\, etc.) will be provided before the class. \nQuestions? Please call Annette Meyer at 540-798-1589 or \nemail ameyer8848@gmail.com. \nTo register for this workshop\, please complete this registration form: \nhttps://forms.gle/dHAUEmrDTvh6R6G87 \nPlease note: All workshop registrations are on a first-come\, first-serve basis with full payment due to confirm your registration. Registration is non-refundable but in case of health or family emergency\, refunds will be determined by the board on an individual basis. Refunds for other reasons will be made only if another participant fills the space.
URL:https://handweaversguild.org/event/baltic-style-pickup-inkle-workshop/
LOCATION:Glenvar Library\, 3917 Daugherty Rd\, Salem\, VA\, 24153\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250413T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250413T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T161831
CREATED:20240906T175532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T193927Z
UID:1545-1744552800-1744560000@handweaversguild.org
SUMMARY:April Meeting - Incorporating Twining into Your Weaving
DESCRIPTION:Incorporating Twining into Your Weaving\n\nWhile twining is a stand alone technique that can be used to create rugs and mats\, it can also be incorporated into other weaving projects to add color\, texture\, and structure.  First and foremost\, twining is a great way to keep warp threads spaced evenly.\n\nDuring this session\, you will practice:\n\n\nAdding an attractive header\nOutlining a shape\nBring:\nAny size pre-warped open back frame loom with 2″ of tabby already woven (a rigid heddle loom will also work)\nEnough weft to complete 6″ of plain weave\nScissors\, shuttle\, tapestry needle\nAssortment of fibers such as thread\, jute\, yarn\, fabric strips that contrast with weft\nFor each row of twining\, you will need a minimum of 2 lengths that are 3x the width\n\n\nIf you are using a frame loom\, 8/4 cotton is the standard but almost any warp will work – cotton\, twine\, fabric strips.  Since this is a sample\, use your leftovers and save the good stuff for another project.\nUse the sett that is standard for your loom.  Do not double warp.  If your loom does not have preset pegs or notches\, try to wrap a 6-8 epi to make it easier to get your hands through the threads.\nIf you are using a rigid heddle loom\, use an 8 or 10 dent reed.
URL:https://handweaversguild.org/event/april-monthly-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Meadowbrook Community Center\, 267 Alleghany Spring Rd\, Shawsville\, 24162\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T140000
DTSTAMP:20260426T161831
CREATED:20250131T210817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T210817Z
UID:1709-1742637600-1742652000@handweaversguild.org
SUMMARY:Beginner Inkle Weaving Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to make warp-faced plain weave bands on an inkle loom.  Students will make a simple 2-color band about 3/4 inch in width\, and approximately 60 inches long. \nThis class will go over the basics: \n\nparts of an inkle loom\nhow to make heddles\ncreating a pattern\nwinding the warp onto the loom\nstarting and finishing a band\nsteps in weaving\n\nThe techniques in this class will follow the methods presented in Anne Dixon’s “The Weaver’s Inkle Pattern Directory.” \nNo previous weaving experience is necessary.  You will need an inkle loom\, belt shuttle\, and some yarn\, preferably 5/2 perle cotton (I can supply some to anyone who may need it).  A complete supply list (miscellaneous items such as scissors\, tape measure\, etc.) will be provided before the class. \nDates: Saturday\, March 22\, 2025 – 10:00 am to 2:00 pm \nCost: $15 Member $40 Non-Member \nLocation: Glenvar Library\, 3917 Daugherty Rd.\, Salem\, VA  24153 \nMaximum Number of Participants: 10\nRegistration Deadline: March 10th\, 2025 \nWorkshop Level: Beginner \nRequired Loom: Inkle \nLunch: Please bring a snack or lunch \nQuestions? Please call Annette Meyer at 540-798-1589 or \nemail ameyer8848@gmail.com. \nTo register for this workshop\, please complete this registration form: \nhttps://forms.gle/G6c9Yv25Szsnqy3YA \nPlease note: All workshop registrations are on a first-come\, first-serve basis with full payment due to confirm your registration. Registration is non-refundable but in case of health or family emergency\, refunds will be determined by the board on an individual basis. Refunds for other reasons will be made only if another participant fills the space.
URL:https://handweaversguild.org/event/beginner-inkle-weaving-workshop/
LOCATION:Glenvar Library\, 3917 Daugherty Rd\, Salem\, VA\, 24153\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250309T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250309T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T161831
CREATED:20240906T175319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T153455Z
UID:1543-1741543200-1741550400@handweaversguild.org
SUMMARY:March Meeting - Zoom\, "Oh\, the Things You Can Do With a Rigid Heddle Loom" - Kelly Casanova
DESCRIPTION:NOTE:  Due to the presenter being in a different time zone\, the time for this meeting is not our usual 2 pm\, but instead will start at 6 pm. \n“Oh\, the Things You Can Do With a Rigid Heddle Loom” – Kelly Casanova \nKelly is a weaver and teacher from Australia. She loves to share her passion for weaving through her online weaving school and digital weaving patterns. Kelly enjoys exploring many different weaving styles but is best know for her rigid heddle loom classes. \nKelly’s presentation will be a deep dive into the rigid heddle loom. She will start with the basics and progress to more intensive topics so that there will be something of interest for every weaving level. \nWe will be covering what a rigid heddle loom is\, plain weave\, colour and weave\, pick up sticks\, additional heddles and some weave structures you can weave with a rigid heddle loom. \nThe aim is to not just inform but inspire you to go further with your rigid heddle loom! \nFollowing the presentation there will be time for questions and discussion. \nAn internet search will reveal much information about this popular teacher of all things “Rigid Heddle”.
URL:https://handweaversguild.org/event/march-monthly-meeting-zoom/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250209T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250209T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T161831
CREATED:20240906T174909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250201T135037Z
UID:1541-1739109600-1739116800@handweaversguild.org
SUMMARY:February Meeting - Zoom\, Garden Palettes: Exuberant Design from Glorious Gardens with Cameron Taylor-Brown
DESCRIPTION:Program Title: Garden Palettes: Exuberant Design from Glorious Gardens with Cameron Taylor-Brown \nColor\, texture\, pattern\, balance\, proportion – the vocabulary for a well-designed garden is the same as for a composition in fiber. Get excited by photographs of glorious gardens and the design ideas they inspire. Begin by looking at one garden in particular – the Robert Irwin garden at the Getty Center in Los Angeles – “a stunning variety of colors and textures…a sculpture in the form of a garden aspiring to be art.” At the conclusion of the presentation\,  there is an option to do some hands-on experimenting using your own garden photo\, stash yarn\, a piece of cardboard and a large-eye needle. The presentation shows examples of how these materials are used. \nYou can read more about Cameron’s Program at her website: \nCameron Taylor-Brown Programs
URL:https://handweaversguild.org/event/february-monthly-meeting-zoom/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250112T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250112T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T161831
CREATED:20240906T174259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250104T211203Z
UID:1539-1736690400-1736697600@handweaversguild.org
SUMMARY:January Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:We will be making items for the goody bags at MAFA at this meeting.  More information will be in the December meeting minutes and also the January newsletter.  The previously scheduled movie will be moved to another meeting. \nNOTE:  This month’s meeting will be in the Community room of the Meadowbrook Library (the building on the highway across from the building where we usually meet.
URL:https://handweaversguild.org/event/january-monthly-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Meadowbrook Library\, 267 Alleghany Spring Road\, Shawsville\, VA\, 24162\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T161831
CREATED:20240314T193828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T132358Z
UID:1463-1733666400-1733673600@handweaversguild.org
SUMMARY:December Monthly Meeting - In Person
DESCRIPTION:Holiday Party\, gift exchange\, weaving paper Swedish hearts (Joan W).
URL:https://handweaversguild.org/event/december-monthly-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Meadowbrook Community Center\, 267 Alleghany Spring Rd\, Shawsville\, 24162\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241110T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241110T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T161831
CREATED:20240314T193719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T132323Z
UID:1461-1731247200-1731254400@handweaversguild.org
SUMMARY:November Monthly Meeting - In Person
DESCRIPTION:Panel discussion by members discussing online classes they’ve taken.
URL:https://handweaversguild.org/event/november-meeting-thrums-embroidery-weaving/
LOCATION:Meadowbrook Community Center\, 267 Alleghany Spring Rd\, Shawsville\, 24162\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241013T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241013T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T161831
CREATED:20240314T193545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240314T193545Z
UID:1459-1728828000-1728835200@handweaversguild.org
SUMMARY:October Monthly Meeting - "Thrum Birds"
DESCRIPTION:Come see a fun use for all those thrums!  You will see how to create a small bird.  The heavier weight thrums are best for this program.
URL:https://handweaversguild.org/event/october-monthly-meeting-thrum-birds/
LOCATION:Meadowbrook Community Center\, 267 Alleghany Spring Rd\, Shawsville\, 24162\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240908T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240908T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T161831
CREATED:20240314T193251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240314T193251Z
UID:1457-1725804000-1725811200@handweaversguild.org
SUMMARY:September Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Business Meeting\, What Did You Weave This Summer?\, Round Robin Discussions (Programs\, Workshops\, and Outreach)
URL:https://handweaversguild.org/event/september-monthly-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Meadowbrook Community Center\, 267 Alleghany Spring Rd\, Shawsville\, 24162\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240414T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240414T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T161831
CREATED:20230706T164208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240314T192525Z
UID:1281-1713103200-1713110400@handweaversguild.org
SUMMARY:April Monthly Meeting - Backstrap Weaving
DESCRIPTION:Weaving for the Future Cooperative \n \n The Maya weavers who live in the DC metropolitan area have come together to continue their weaving tradition on the back strap loom\, share it with the public\, teach their children\, and create beautiful items for sale to enable a sustainable cooperative. Cooperativa Tejiendo Para El Futuro is an initiative of the of the Friends of the Ixchel Museum (FOIM). It is one of the ways they fulfill their mission to promote and preserve the Maya textile tradition in the United States and the work of the Museo Ixchel in Guatemala. \n The weavers continue to use the back strap loom\, or stick loom\, an ingenious and simple device native to pre-Columbian Mesoamerica. The warp unites a series of sticks to facilitate the insertion of the weft. It is in the weft that the brocade designs you see originate. As the weaver sets up the loom\, she determines the width of the textile\, its colors and design. She controls the tension on the threads via the back strap which is wrapped around her lower back; the other end is tied to a sturdy anchor. In the Maya communities\, weaving brings a sense of identity not only to the weavers but to the entire community. \nOur program presenter\, Yolanda Alcorta\, is a longtime Board member of the FOIM. She has curated Maya textile exhibits at Longwood Gardens and the Morris Arboretum\, established the Education Department at the Mexican Museum in San Francisco\, co-founded Raíces Culturales Latinoamericanas (Latin American Cultural Roots) in Philadelphia\, created cultural corridors between Philadelphia and Washington artists and audiences\, served on the board of the Guatemalan Human Rights Commission and Humanities DC and public school committees\, and worked on various interpretive projects at the National Museum of American History\, the National Museum of Natural History and the Smithsonian Folklife Center. She is currently a committee member of the GuateFest\, a large annual Guatemalan community festival\, is a bilingual consultant to museums and the non-profit community\, and presents and develops programs for the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian. One of her many current projects is the formation of a women’s weaving cooperative\, Weaving For The Future\, sponsored by FOIM. \nJenny Juarez Lopez\, Intermediate Weaver and Virginia Tech graduate\, will be demonstrating Maya backstrap weaving for us. “For me weaving is acknowledging the Guatemalan Maya side of me. I was born in the U.S.\, but I was raised with the culture and the traditions that my mother grew up with\, and weaving is one of the traditions deeply rooted in Guatemala’s Maya culture. Currently\, I enjoy demonstrating at many events\, showcasing the beauty of weaving.” \nJoin us to learn about this ancient\, portable method of weaving.  You will even have the opportunity to try it yourself.
URL:https://handweaversguild.org/event/april-monthly-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Meadowbrook Community Center\, 267 Alleghany Spring Rd\, Shawsville\, 24162\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240310T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240310T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T161831
CREATED:20230706T164110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240302T200527Z
UID:1279-1710079200-1710086400@handweaversguild.org
SUMMARY:March Monthly Meeting (Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:Take a virtual fiber-oriented trip to Japan\, with Daryl Lancaster!  Daryl will present slides and info about her trip to Japan with a fiber group\, sponsored by Red Stone Glen. \nThis is a Zoom meeting.
URL:https://handweaversguild.org/event/march-monthly-meeting-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240224T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240224T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T161831
CREATED:20240127T200319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240127T200719Z
UID:1417-1708779600-1708790400@handweaversguild.org
SUMMARY:Members Only Workshop - Accessing Online Weaving Drafts and Software and Their Usage
DESCRIPTION:HWGNRV Presents “Accessing Online Weaving Drafts and Software and Their Usage” with Instructors Pat Tracy and Judy Wills \nDates: Saturday\, February 24\, 2024\, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm\nCost $10 Member\nLocation: Glenvar Library\, 3917 Daugherty Rd\, Salem\, VA 24153\nMaximum Number of Participants: 15\nWorkshop Level: Beginner\nWorkshop Description:  An overview of purchasing weaving drafts online and being able to use them. Also a discussion of weaving software programs available for purchase and if there is a way to avoid having to buy the software. \nThe form to register for this February workshop can be found on the Forms page.
URL:https://handweaversguild.org/event/members-only-workshop-accessing-online-weaving-drafts-and-software-and-their-usage/
LOCATION:Glenvar Library\, 3917 Daugherty Rd\, Salem\, VA\, 24153\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240211T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240211T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T161831
CREATED:20230706T164014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240128T190535Z
UID:1277-1707660000-1707667200@handweaversguild.org
SUMMARY:February Monthly Meeting (Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:Nicole Bunting will present a program on “Introduction to Tapestry Weaving”. \n\nTapestry is more than just imagery in weaving\, but that can be a big part of it too!  Today and throughout history\, tapestry has been misunderstood and misrepresented.  The true definition of tapestry is simple even if the techniques are wide and varied.  We will be learning about the history of tapestry\, the essentials of creating a tapestry – including cartoons\, materials\, equipment\, and the one technique you NEED to know for a successful tapestry – as well as about my personal tapestry practice and studio.\n\n\n\n\n\nNicole received her BFA in Craft and Material Studies from Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU).  She is a weaver\, embroiderer\, and paper artist that likes to combine all of these materials to create her work.  She has been a weaving instructor in the Richmond area since 2015\, assisted Susan Iverson at Penland during the summer of 2018\, and taught as an adjunct at VCU in 2019.  Nicole created the website Warped Fibers in 2020 to share her weaving knowledge and love with anyone willing to listen!  Since then she has created 3 e-books\, an online tapestry course\, and an online shop that can all be found on her site – with plans for many more!\n\n\n\nYou can learn more about Nicole at her website: https://nicolebunting.com/
URL:https://handweaversguild.org/event/february-monthly-meeting-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240114T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240114T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T161831
CREATED:20230706T163924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T203441Z
UID:1275-1705240800-1705248000@handweaversguild.org
SUMMARY:January Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This meeting will be held in the community room of Meadowbrook Library. We will be watching a movie on weaving on their big screen TV and enjoying popcorn. \nThe Meadowbrook Library is next door to the Community Center where we normally meet.  It is accessible from Rt 460.
URL:https://handweaversguild.org/event/january-monthly-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Meadowbrook Library\, 267 Alleghany Spring Road\, Shawsville\, VA\, 24162\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231210T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231210T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T161831
CREATED:20230706T163834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231009T130605Z
UID:1273-1702216800-1702224000@handweaversguild.org
SUMMARY:December Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Member Pat Tracy will present a program on “Tips and Tricks” for weaving scarves.  Anyone who has seen Pat’s beautiful work will really want to see this program!
URL:https://handweaversguild.org/event/december-monthly-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Meadowbrook Community Center\, 267 Alleghany Spring Rd\, Shawsville\, 24162\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231112T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231112T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T161831
CREATED:20230706T163549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231009T130827Z
UID:1271-1699797600-1699804800@handweaversguild.org
SUMMARY:November Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Member Heather Laing will present a program on “Little Looms”\, with an emphasis on rigid heddle looms. \nRigid Heddle looms are often called “the gateway drug to weaving”\, for good reason!  Affordable\, needing less space and specialized equipment\, and providing a quicker setup than shaft looms – what is not to love?
URL:https://handweaversguild.org/event/november-monthly-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Meadowbrook Community Center\, 267 Alleghany Spring Rd\, Shawsville\, 24162\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231008T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231008T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T161831
CREATED:20230706T163435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T183245Z
UID:1269-1696773600-1696780800@handweaversguild.org
SUMMARY:October Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This will be an in person meeting\, at the Community Center in Shawsville.  No Zoom\, and no recording. \nProgram from member Alyce Quinn:  “Fiber Animal to Fabric”
URL:https://handweaversguild.org/event/october-monthly-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Meadowbrook Community Center\, 267 Alleghany Spring Rd\, Shawsville\, 24162\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230910T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230910T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T161831
CREATED:20230706T163232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230901T151137Z
UID:1267-1694354400-1694361600@handweaversguild.org
SUMMARY:September Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:First meeting of the new guild year.  This is a business meeting\, and will be in person at our Shawsville location.
URL:https://handweaversguild.org/event/september-monthly-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Meadowbrook Community Center\, 267 Alleghany Spring Rd\, Shawsville\, 24162\, United States
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