In the 1960's four enthusiastic,would-be weavers began a group that became the Whidbey Weavers' Guild. Two of these four were spinners and all were ready learners who wanted to share and improve. The group quickly expanded. Today the same spirit of adventure, learning, sharing, and good fellowship persists among the more than one hundred members.

Meetings

The Guild meets on the first Thursday of each month (except January, July and August) at Camp Casey in Coupeville. A short business meeting is followed by members' informal "Show and Tell" of their latest projects and discoveries. Lunch is followed by a formal program (workshop, lecture or panel discussion) by members or a visiting expert.

Events

In the summer we gather for our annual picnic. In August we sponsor the Fiber Arts booth at Island County Fair in Langley. This is our opportunity to show our work, demonstrate to the public, and promote the crafts of weaving, spinning, felting and basket making. Each April the Guild sponsors a Spin-in featuring a guest instructor. This popular event, which draws participants from Oregon and British Columbia as well as Washington, provides exchange of information, hands-on experience with different wheels, and an opportunity to purchase supplies from many vendors.

 

 

Education

The Guild offers workshops by well-known fiber artists, Guild members, and local artists with special expertise. It also awards scholarships to encourage participation in workshops and fiber arts education. Weaving study groups meet monthly and choose topics for in-depth study. Guild members also support several informal unaffiliated spinning groups that meet at least twice a month, both during the day and evenings.

Resources
Our library has a wealth of books, magazines Our library has a wealth of books, magazines and binders of samples. A book report by a member is a part of each regular meeting. The Guild also has some equipment for loan to members. Guild members with special expertise or interests are always ready to help.

Communications

The Guild issues a newsletter, The Whidbey Webster, five times a year. For those who cannot always attend the meetings this offers a link to their textile-loving friends. The Guild publishes an annual yearbook containing a directory of members, officers, committee managers, and a schedule of meetings, events, and speakers.

 

 

For more information contact:

Suzanne Ramsey
2932 S. Eaglebluff Rd.
Greenbank, WA 98260
360-678-4043 or 360-222-3177

Wendy Ferrier email
3583 Overlook Drive
Langley, WA 98260

website: http://www.whidbeyweaversguild.org/

Updated August 2007