Weaving Indiana is a weaving guild devoted to learning and sharing knowledge about the art and craft of handweaving. We have monthly meetings, yearly workshops and guild projects to encourage all members to excel in their chosen craft. We welcome anyone to our meetings, especially the ones coming up. Contact us if you would like to join a meeting via Zoom.
July 18, 2026: Woven Shibori, from Plain Weave to Jacquard with Catherine Ellis and Stash Sale
10 a.m. to noon The presentation will be an overview of the textile work of Catharine Ellis and a discussion of the various applications of woven shibori. Emphasis will be placed on the process of discovery and how an artist works through ideas and challenges to finished textiles. Natural Dyeing will be highlighted, and Jacquard weaving will be touched on very lightly. After the meeting, put out anything from your stash that you no longer need or want. We will have a FREE table for anything you want to give away, and a table for items that you wish to sell. Please put price tags on the items you wish to sell and be prepared to make your own change. This is a great opportunity to take a hard look at all you have on those shelves or in the closet. It is also a great time to find things you might need that someone else does not. This meeting takes place in person at our regular meeting location. August 15, 2026: Indigo Dye Day at Tabby Tree Fiber Arts with Jean Haley
10 a.m. to ? Jean Haley is an eco-conscious fiber artist & botanical dye alchemist, advocating for slow craft and zero-waste fiber arts. She helps rug hookers and wool crafters who want to increase the sustainability of their craft but feel overwhelmed by misinformation—especially about what truly works and whether natural dyes are colorfast (spoiler: yes, just ask a medieval tapestry!). She does this by teaching deep-dive, science-backed natural dyeing techniques that cut through misinformation and ensure rich, lasting color—without the guesswork. So you can dye with confidence, knowing your craft is both beautiful and truly sustainable—rooted in time-honored, eco-friendly practices. Everyone is invited to attend Jean's demonstration and teaching starting at 10 a.m. However, she needs to know how many guild members plan on participating in the actual dyeing. If you plan on dyeing fiber, please Cindy Wilson know by August 6. There are a limited number of spots. This meeting will take place at Tabby Tree Fiber Arts in Pendleton. 
September 19, 2026: Shaded Structure Design: A Journey through Shadow and Light with Janet Good
10 a.m. to noon This presentation extends the familiar concepts of shading in color to shading in structure. We will focus on the steps in creating a shaded structure design, including characteristics of weaves that can be successfully shaded, levels of shading and how multiple threading blocks can be used to create additional interest. This meeting takes place in person at our regular meeting location. *** If weather should make the roads impassable or another reason requires it, we will post a notice of meeting cancellation on this web site as soon as it is known. ***
Regular Meeting Information (unless otherwise noted)
3rd Saturday every month (except December) Time: 10am - noon Location: Keenan Community Center (9909 Purple Plum Lane, Indianapolis) in Hoosier Village. Enter at gatehouse on Zionsville Road, tell the gateman you are going to the community center for a meeting. Park next to the community center. (View Map). |
Announcements Tapestry Study Group meets on Zoom on the Monday following the guild regular meeting. Contact us for more information.
First Friday Brunch
Meet for food and friends to talk about weaving. Join us at Sahm's Ale House at 12819 E. Market St. in Carmel (West Clay) at 11:15 a.m. on the first Friday of each month. There is 1 spot open for the Split-shed Weaving workshop in October. This is open to members AND non-members. Check it out!
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Join us!
Annual membership in Weaving Indiana weavers' guild is $20 and you can pay online if you like, or send in a check. Visit our Membership page to learn more. |
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Meetings for 2026:
Click here to view Listing of Previous Meetings
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Support your Guild when you shop online!
We feel it is so very important to support the local yarn shops in our area, but if you find the need to turn to the internet to get some weaving yarns or tools, these retailers will give our guild a rebate based upon your purchase!
The Woolery
Always use the link below when placing your order to qualify us for the rebate.
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Halcyon Yarns
When placing an order either on-line, over the phone, or in the store, please mention that Weaving Indiana is your guild to qualify us for the rebate. Click HERE to learn how to link your Halcyon account to Weaving Indiana guild for automatic rewards every time you shop. Thank you!
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