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OUT AND ABOUT THIS SPRING
It seems that guilds and fibre creators have come out of hibernation (or their creative dens) and a slew of
interesting events are on the calendar to entice us. I even managed to attend the Art on the Credit event held
recently at the Waterside Inn. Two of the artists who had booths there were extremely interesting and had a
very unique way to using fibre. Below are a couple of photos of their works. The artist who uses pieces of
material to create paintings fabric paintings showing interesting movement, textures and light,
A few guild members went to the Creative Festival .
interested in the Beads and the Yarns scattered amongst the
many Quilting and Sewing booths.
mood. (See photos) The unique zi
at That Bead Lady and the eye catching fascinator is worn by
staff at Stix and Stones.
One of our members joined 20 other spinners at the Neilson Centre this weekend for
a day of spinning for Etobicoke guild's
the warp were donated by Dover Farms and two white fleeces for the weft were
donated by Linc Farm. The Gotland and Finn Sheep wool were being carded on the
spot. Sponsor product was displayed and for sale and door prizes
end of the day. Jessie won a gift certificate from Gemini Fibres which she’ll put to
good use at
Knitter’s
Frolic next
weekend.
The event is
in celebration
of the guild’s 50th anniversary. As the
title suggests, they have taken up the
local fibre movement challenge. All
materials, including wool for the body,
Spring 2016
WARPED WORDS
OUT AND ABOUT THIS SPRING
It seems that guilds and fibre creators have come out of hibernation (or their creative dens) and a slew of
interesting events are on the calendar to entice us. I even managed to attend the Art on the Credit event held
recently at the Waterside Inn. Two of the artists who had booths there were extremely interesting and had a
very unique way to using fibre. Below are a couple of photos of their works. The artist who uses pieces of
paintings showing interesting movement, textures and light,
using needle felting along with cloth to create a picture
which could be framed. Hopefully I manage to accomplish
this during the summer at the cottage.
A few guild members went to the Creative Festival . They were
interested in the Beads and the Yarns scattered amongst the
many Quilting and Sewing booths. Two vendors got into the
mood. (See photos) The unique zipper necklace is worn by staff
at That Bead Lady and the eye catching fascinator is worn by
staff at Stix and Stones.
One of our members joined 20 other spinners at the Neilson Centre this weekend for
a day of spinning for Etobicoke guild's 50 Mile Coat Project
the warp were donated by Dover Farms and two white fleeces for the weft were
donated by Linc Farm. The Gotland and Finn Sheep wool were being carded on the
spot. Sponsor product was displayed and for sale and door prizes
end of the day. Jessie won a gift certificate from Gemini Fibres which she’ll put to
The event is
in celebration
Mississauga Handweavers and Spinners Guild
WARPED WORDS
Photo on the left is the work of Barb Hiltz, Textile Artist
Photo on right is the work of Lorraine Roy, Textile Artist.
It seems that guilds and fibre creators have come out of hibernation (or their creative dens) and a slew of
interesting events are on the calendar to entice us. I even managed to attend the Art on the Credit event held
recently at the Waterside Inn. Two of the artists who had booths there were extremely interesting and had a
very unique way to using fibre. Below are a couple of photos of their works. The artist who uses pieces of
paintings showing interesting movement, textures and light, inspired me to try
using needle felting along with cloth to create a picture
which could be framed. Hopefully I manage to accomplish
this during the summer at the cottage.
were
pper necklace is worn by staff
One of our members joined 20 other spinners at the Neilson Centre this weekend for
roject. Two grey fleeces for
the warp were donated by Dover Farms and two white fleeces for the weft were
donated by Linc Farm. The Gotland and Finn Sheep wool were being carded on the
spot. Sponsor product was displayed and for sale and door prizes were drawn at the
end of the day. Jessie won a gift certificate from Gemini Fibres which she’ll put to
Mississauga Handweavers and Spinners Guild
WARPED WORDS
Barb Hiltz, Textile Artist
Textile Artist.
alpaca and natural dyes for an inkle arm band and a double felted collar and cuffs have been drawn f
mile radius. During the three weeks from April 25th to May 15th betw
completed; spun, woven and sewn at the Neilson Centre.
or to join the final reveal and reception May 15th between 1 and 3 pm.
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
As I finally venture outside in our fine Spring weather, I realize how the guild helped me get through last
winter. The inspiration of Hanna and Kathleen’s guild presentations, the sharing of knowledge in the Weavers
Group and the helpfulness of the Spinne
The guild also provided me with two mentors; Ann who shared her knitting
Pineneedle Baskets by Kathleen McDonald
Kathleen gave the guild a talk and demonstration at our February guild meeting. Her work is incredible.
out the guild blog at Mississaugaweaversandspinners.wordpress.com
Here is a brief summary of her exploration into this basketry techniq
“I spent the winter in the northwest corner of Florida and worked on pine needle coiling.
other coilers, basket makers and foragers.
exploring the area and what it had to offer
monthly meeting and was taught a few new tricks of the craft.
foraged for my own pine needles and was thrilled to find some up to 22" and even 24".
the pine cones. What an adventure that was!
alpaca and natural dyes for an inkle arm band and a double felted collar and cuffs have been drawn f
During the three weeks from April 25th to May 15th between 10am till 3pm, the coat will be
n, woven and sewn at the Neilson Centre. Everyone is welcome to drop in to watch the process
or to join the final reveal and reception May 15th between 1 and 3 pm.
As I finally venture outside in our fine Spring weather, I realize how the guild helped me get through last
winter. The inspiration of Hanna and Kathleen’s guild presentations, the sharing of knowledge in the Weavers
Group and the helpfulness of the Spinners Group held my interest and my hand.
The guild also provided me with two mentors; Ann who shared her knitting
expertise and library in the matter of some Dye
Version socks and Barb who patiently abetted
while I planned, wound and warped for a baby
blanket. It’s all done now but the weaving; a crib
blanket which will be ready just in time for my
great grandson’s first birthday.
everyone.
by Kathleen McDonald
a talk and demonstration at our February guild meeting. Her work is incredible.
Mississaugaweaversandspinners.wordpress.com to view more photos of her work.
Here is a brief summary of her exploration into this basketry technique.
I spent the winter in the northwest corner of Florida and worked on pine needle coiling.
other coilers, basket makers and foragers. Everybody was warm and welcoming to this "Northerner" who was
exploring the area and what it had to offer. I was lucky enough to attend the Mobile Alabama Basket Makers
monthly meeting and was taught a few new tricks of the craft. I went out into the "wilds" of Alabama and
foraged for my own pine needles and was thrilled to find some up to 22" and even 24".
What an adventure that was! We were in the middle of nowhere and all of a sudden I
gunshot. Yep! I was deep in the south!
alpaca and natural dyes for an inkle arm band and a double felted collar and cuffs have been drawn from a 50
een 10am till 3pm, the coat will be
Everyone is welcome to drop in to watch the process
As I finally venture outside in our fine Spring weather, I realize how the guild helped me get through last
winter. The inspiration of Hanna and Kathleen’s guild presentations, the sharing of knowledge in the Weavers
rs Group held my interest and my hand.
The guild also provided me with two mentors; Ann who shared her knitting
expertise and library in the matter of some Dye-
Version socks and Barb who patiently abetted
while I planned, wound and warped for a baby
t. It’s all done now but the weaving; a crib
blanket which will be ready just in time for my
great grandson’s first birthday. Thanks to
a talk and demonstration at our February guild meeting. Her work is incredible. Check
to view more photos of her work.
I spent the winter in the northwest corner of Florida and worked on pine needle coiling. I networked with
Everybody was warm and welcoming to this "Northerner" who was
I was lucky enough to attend the Mobile Alabama Basket Makers
I went out into the "wilds" of Alabama and
And look at the size of
We were in the middle of nowhere and all of a sudden I heard a
Yep! I was deep in the south!
TIPS OF THE TRADE
Another of our guild programs this year was Tips of the Trade. A few guild members shared their unique ways
of handling problems when weaving or spinning and the idea arose that it might me an interesting article for the
newsletter. I will start off this issue with one I found on line with additions to how I handle this task and how
another guild member handles it. Please send me your Tips to share with the guild in the next issues.
“The problem with choke ties Judy Fisher http://www.cnch.org/cnchnet/spring-
2012/tips-tricks-techniques/
Weavers tie tight ligatures around a warp after it has been wound and before it is
removed from the winding reel or board. These are placed about a yard apart or
closer and their purpose is to keep the warp threads from shifting during the warping
process. The problem: I always managed to cut a warp thread (at least one and
maybe more) when removing these ties. My solution: I use pipe cleaners I buy at the
toy store for my chokes. I cut the pipe cleaners in half for the chokes and leave them
full length for tying the cross. They do a good job of stabilizing the warp threads and they are reusable. ”
My solution is to reuse thrums from past weaving projects but I use two half hitches to secure the warp. I don’t cut
them as they can be slid down the warp as I wind it on. The cross ties do have to be loosened by tugging on the ends
and then are removed.
GUILD CARDS by Jill Parratt
The guild has a new store for selling the cards. I dropped off 16 large cards and 30 gift
cards to the Harrington Lanes Farm store in Waterdown. This is a wonderful store that
carries the farm products such as free range eggs, Berkshire bacon, farm made sheep
yogurt etc. She is starting to carry other local products and gifts. They have already sold
some of the cards. http://www.harringtonlanefarms.ca/
GUILD RETREAT
This year Carol Kerley hosted the guild retreat. The focus was to work on
items that could be used for our 5 County Display this year…The
Emperor’s New Clothes. A small group of six attended. Four of the group worked on felted pouches after a demo lead by Heather. We also made
some felted material for the emperor or the doll Carol planned to make and
two of the group worked on gossamer fiber being spun for the pouches.
Thanks Carol for being our host.
WHAT’S ON THE LOOM
Shetland ponies with designer knit sweaters.
FIBRE CALENDAR (Note: Meetings will now commence at 6:30 pm until
8:30 pm at Central Library 2nd Floor meeting Room 2
above Noel Ryan Auditorium)
April 24- Speaker Marie Payne - Talk on Getting your work out to the Public. Her experience and tips on setting up a
show. February 2018 is the 40th anniversary of our guild. A
show of work would be a nice way to celebrate it
April 30- May 1 Toronto Knitters’ Frolic - Japanese Cultural
Centre – Toronto
May 14 - Southwest Regional Conference: Intertwined -
Woodstock Ontario
May 14 - Craftadian (Made by Hand Show) - Hershey
Centre, Mississauga
May 30 - Guild meeting. AGM, 40 Anniversary and Stowe
Tea Towels
May 27-29 - Wassoon: Northern Ontario OHS Conference -
College BorealSouthwest Regional Conference: Intertwined -
Woodstock Ontario
June 6 -12 Basketry Festival - Stowe Vermont
June 17 BBQ at Jill’s
July 30 - Aug 6 Convergence 2016 - Milwaukee Wisconsin
Aug 20-26 OHS Spinning Certificate Program: Levels III
and VI - Haliburton School of the Arts
Sept 17 5 Counties Seminar: Spin me a Yarn, Weave me a
Tale - Kitchener
Sept 24 Central Region Seminar: Nordic Journeys - Toronto
Marian’s baby blanket for her granddaughter’s new
baby is finally on the loom. See photo below
My loom has it’s third rug warp on. Each time I tie
on I decrease width of the rugs being woven. I am
now starting small rug mats for the doors at the
cottage and if there is still warp, a runner for the
table. I am even thinking of putting on a warp for
rag placemats.