Workshop Feb. 18-20, 2022 by Deborah Silver Break out of blocks with split-shed weaving. Weave curves and blend colors using continuous wefts on a 4-shaft loom with no special equipment. In this workshop, students will learn to weave multiple combinations of weave...
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Roc Day – January 8
Join us to Celebrate Roc Day - Cancelled Roc Day/St Distaff Day - Mark your calendar for January 8, 2022 10 am - 2 pm @ the Guild House. Saint Distaff's Day (also known as Distaff Day, Roc Day or Rock Day) is the day when spinners go back to work after the holidays. ...
HGA Spinning Exchange
2022 Handspun Skein Exchange hosted by the Handweavers Guild of America, Inc. The Handweavers Guild of America, Inc. (HGA) is excited to announce we are introducing a new exchange event: Handspun Skein Exchange. Participation is open to all who hold an active...
Mini Gallery at the Guild House
Here is what's on view at the Guild House now till the Holiday break, December 18th. Rosemary Malbin's extensive Christmas card collection. Towels were woven by Rosemary Malbin. Ornaments are from the collection of Tracy Kaestner and DeeDee Woodbury. Red runner woven...
New Study Group in town!
D'Anne and Gloria have organized a group for those who use rigid heddle looms. We had a kick-off meeting November 6 and decided on a name (the Flexible Rigid Heddlers) and meeting timing (every other month on a Saturday.) We will have rotating topics and a...
Member News
We are saddened by news of the death of Dafna Lotan, shown here in happier times with her late husband. She was a common sight at the Guild House Commerce location as she often rented a large loom and was seen weaving quietly but steadily away.
Botanic Garden Classes
Molly Koehn is teaching these classes at the Houston Botanic Gardens. Click on the links for more information. Botanical Printing Bookmaking Houston Botanic Garden Enriching life through discovery, education, and the conservation of plants and the natural...
In-Person Classes
To register, click here and select your class. November 13th - Introduction to Rigid Heddle Weaving The Spin Doctor is back in the house from 1-3 December 3,4 - Rainstick Sampler December 18 - Spinning, Next Steps January 13,14, 20, 21 -...