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Field Trip: Pioneer Fiber Mill

On June 26th, eight members of the Guild went to New Smyrna Beach, Florida on a field trip to Pioneer Fiber Mill. The owner, Steve, gave us a tour and showed us how he and his crew process alpaca, wool, … Continue reading

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2019

Project helping Mexican students in the primary grades through the university.  We are asking weavers to send us sturdy unused fabric or remnants of at least 18 inches by 40 inches—any color or pattern would be fine. The fabric will … Continue reading

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2018-2019 Schedule Posted

The schedule for Fall 2018 to Spring 2019 has been posted! We have several interesting programs planned: basket weaving, tapestry, silk worms and many more.  Please visit the Programs page to see the full list, as well as our meeting … Continue reading

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2013 Florida Tropical Handweaver Guild Conference

Class descriptions and registration information is available now for the 2013 Florida Tropical Handweaver Guild conference on March 14-17, 2013.  Member registration starts on Nov. 1 and non-member on Dec. 1. Look at http://ftwg.org/Conference.htm for more details. Register now to … Continue reading

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The guild is selling some fibergeek goodness

[These items are sold] We’re looking for happy homes for two pieces of beautiful fiber equipment. Sadly, we can’t keep them in the guild’s rental stores, but happily we’re raising money for next year’s programs while gaining space in our … Continue reading

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February Meeting: An Inkling on Weaving Historical Pattern

Program: An Inkling on Weaving Historical Patterns by the Inkle Loom Weavers of the Lake City Historical Society Wednesday, February 29 7:30 Unitarian Universalist Church 4225 NW 34th Street Gainesville, FL ” . . . rather expect this to be … Continue reading

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January Meeting: Exploring Contemporary Colors

Program: Exploring Contemporary Colors by Ellen Knudson Wednesday, January 25 7:30-9:30pm Unitarian Universalist Church 4225 NW 34th Street Ellen Knudson is a book artist / designer producing handmade books under the imprint Crooked Letter Press. She is also currently Associate … Continue reading

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