March
Heirloom Rugs: 1790 to Present Day
with Rose Ann Hunter
Needlework takes you back to another time and place. Let Rose Ann Hunter take you on a historic journey back to 1790 to the folk art tradition of recycling woolen fibers and fabrics. Hear how the Colonials and Shakers in New England used the smallest bits and pieces to create utilitarian rugs. See and touch the many types of rug making that Rose Ann will have on display, that are knitted, crocheted or sewn or some that have several techniques combined.
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April
Weaver's Choice: My person path to Double Weave
Fran Curran
As weavers we all have many choices about what we select to weave. This talk will look at some of the factors that influence these decisions and I will share my own personal development as a weaver and how and why Double Weave became my favorite structure.
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May
Pot Luck Lunch and Annual Members Show of Handwovens
After our annual pot luck feast, we will clear the way for our annual visual and tactile feast! Every weaving has a story and today's the day to share them. Feel free to write something up ahead of time although there will be forms available at the meeting. Don't be shy, but please do write neatly; suggested info to provide — Title or description, loom used, fiber type, sett, weave structure and any other commentary about why the piece was woven, problems encountered, etc. This show is the highlight of our year and, hopefully, as many members as possible will want to participate. Barbara Burns will host the Gallery Show (non-wearables) and Jayne Flanagan will host the Fashion Show. (You are encouraged to model your own, but if not, please try to find another model. Anyone interested in modeling come dressed in black / white / neutral and let Jayne know that you are available.)
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