Here's a listing of past programs you may have missed!
What Is This Thing Called (Huck) Lace? with Susan Weickum
November 17, 2012 - presented by Susan Weickum (with apologies to Cole Porter). We will talk about what is lace in its various expressions, briefly visit other kinds of lace such as Swiss, Bronson lace, etc. Then we will explore Huck lace in further detail, its distinctions, drafts, treadling and how it might be used; and then try our hand at designing some Huck lace.
Please bring your own samples and explorations of Huck Lace to share at the meeting.
Please bring your own samples and explorations of Huck Lace to share at the meeting.
Boundweave with Nina Kennedy and Ellen Germann
October 20, 2012 - You may have heard of Boundweave and perhaps seen the attractive rugs that can be woven or the charming images in figurative Boundweave. Yet what exactly is this weave? Is it a structure, a technique, or a particular treadling system?
We will view the excellent dvd about Boundweave by Nancy Arthur Hoskins, and Nina Kennedy and Ellen Germann will do their best to describe the characteristics of this loom-controlled weft-faced weave using examples of Boundweave items they have woven.
We will view the excellent dvd about Boundweave by Nancy Arthur Hoskins, and Nina Kennedy and Ellen Germann will do their best to describe the characteristics of this loom-controlled weft-faced weave using examples of Boundweave items they have woven.
September Presentation
September 15, 2012 - Our September meeting will have 2 films, one, weaving in South America and the other, a DVD from the Convergence that Susan Weickum will be sharing from this past July in California.
Swivel with Kris Seel and Nancy Berry
August 18, 2012 - “Swivel is a treadling method that produces exquisite designs made up of delicate dots of color--a lot like needleworked petit point. Floats appear on the wrong side of the fabric, but the structure on the right side is plain weave. Many threadings can be used for swivel, but overshot, with its built-in pattern blocks, is an ideal choice. Varying weft colors and treadling orders allow a wide range of designs and is a great way to use up small bits of yarn." (From Handwoven)
Swivel is woven with two wefts, one which matches the warp and a contrasting pattern weft. Therefore you may use overshot (most popular), twill, monk’s belt or huck as examples. Using the same threading you are able to achieve different results through the treadling. Here is a sample of the swivel Kris wove in the workshop with Robyn Spady in 2010. Come to the meeting to learn more about this fabulous technique that belongs in every weaver's repertoire!
Swivel is woven with two wefts, one which matches the warp and a contrasting pattern weft. Therefore you may use overshot (most popular), twill, monk’s belt or huck as examples. Using the same threading you are able to achieve different results through the treadling. Here is a sample of the swivel Kris wove in the workshop with Robyn Spady in 2010. Come to the meeting to learn more about this fabulous technique that belongs in every weaver's repertoire!
Finishing Techniques with Nancy De Caprariis
July 21, 2012 - Nancy will simply be going to cover what to do to finish pieces both before taking them off the loom and after taking them off the loom. We’ll be concentrating on animal fibers and some cotton.
Open Guild Discussion
June 16, 2012 - Since the bus trip to Shaker Village was cancelled, we will hold our regularly scheduled guild meeting at the Fisher's Library. Social time begins at 9:30 and we begin the program about 10:00. Please bring weaving for show and tell. The program will be sharing "what you have learned about this structure when you wove this piece" and also "tips and techniques that make your weaving life easier." If you do not have a piece to share, please come for the discussion.
Some members have in the past had the time to stay for lunch after the guild meeting. Since this has always been very fun and a great way to get to know each other, there will be a lunch trip organized after the June meeting. There are several restaurants within walking distance of the library, and all who would like to join can gather after the meeting. We look forward to seeing everyone on June 16!
Some members have in the past had the time to stay for lunch after the guild meeting. Since this has always been very fun and a great way to get to know each other, there will be a lunch trip organized after the June meeting. There are several restaurants within walking distance of the library, and all who would like to join can gather after the meeting. We look forward to seeing everyone on June 16!
Summer and Winter with Sharon O’Haver and Linda Adamson
May 19, 2012 - Our May presentation will be on weaving Summer and Winter. This is a technique where the back side of the cloth shows the same pattern as the front, but with the colors reversed (see photo below).
Sharon will discuss usual block patterns and Linda will speak about designs. What a great presentation! Hope to see everyone there.
Sharon will discuss usual block patterns and Linda will speak about designs. What a great presentation! Hope to see everyone there.
Loom Controlled Shibori with Peggy Siders
April 21, 2012 - Shibori is a Japanese technique in which cloth is dyed after being folded, stitched, tied, or wrapped to produce a resist pattern. Remember tie-dye, batik, and ikat? In this program we will move traditional shibori to the loom and learn to create resist using pattern weaves such as monk’s cloth, overshot, twill, and more. We will also use loom controlled shibori to create permanent pleats in interesting designs. Finally, we will take a look at the different fibers that can be used and the dyes that can be mixed and applied in effective ways. There will be many samples and projects to look at, and a loom set up for demonstration. Hope to see you there!
Overshot - Find Out What We Found Out! with JoAnne Tuffnell and Jackie Morgan
March 17, 2012 - Be sure to come on March 17 to learn what these ladies have discovered about overshot weaving. First, JoAnne will cover "What IS overshot?” Jackie will then take you on a short history of overshot weaving.
Throughout the presentation, the techniques needed to create overshot will be discussed, and many samples will be displayed. Both ladies will be sharing what they learned along the way.
Throughout the presentation, the techniques needed to create overshot will be discussed, and many samples will be displayed. Both ladies will be sharing what they learned along the way.
Weaving With Handspun Yarn with Sue Parker Bassett and Kathy Sheehy
February, 2012 - Handspun yarns give a personalized statement to a woven piece, a sharing of the maker’s skill and vision for its use. Kathy Sheehy and Sue Parker Bassett have been creating handspun yarns for over 50 years collectively. They will present ideas for working with handspun yarns in your weaving projects and show some of their finished items for inspiration.
This is not a “how to spin” program. Even non-spinners can find ways to add these yarns to their weaving work.
Please bring any items you have made using handspun yarns for show and tell.
This is not a “how to spin” program. Even non-spinners can find ways to add these yarns to their weaving work.
Please bring any items you have made using handspun yarns for show and tell.
Network Drafting Study Group
February, 2012 - The new Network Drafting study group will meet after the general meeting. Bring a sack lunch and any information you have about Network Drafting. We will learn what it is and give ourselves projects to try it out. Anyone is welcome (8 or more harnesses needed to actually do the weaving, though weaving software will let you experiment on as many harnesses as you like!)
Meeting Cancelled
January, 2012 - The January meeting was cancelled due to the weather forecast of snow and sleet for central Indiana. Please join us for the February meeting