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We have added a new loom to our guild studio. Thanks to the generosity of Ann Walker, we have acquired a Gilmore Compact 32 inch jack loom. Ann decided to set weaving aside to concentrate on her writing and poetry. We are very grateful that...
Here we are just back from summer holidays and we are busy planning for another vacation. For those of you who do not live on Vancouver Island, I should explain. For the past 25 years the weaving and spinning groups on the island have held a spring...
The good old fashion fall fair is alive and well on Vancouver Island. This weekend the Qualicum Weavers and Spinners strutted our stuff at the Lighthouse Country Fall Fair. While our tomatoes and squash might not have been prize winners like those in the picture, a...
In the good old summer time fiber arts tend to take a back seat to gardening, vacations or guests. Spinning slows down and that big loom doesn't fit in your camper. We need little projects that can be completed with simple portable tools. This is where knitting and...
Every artisan loves to show off their craft and we are no exception. We must do a good job at it because we are frequently asked to demonstrate at various cultural events. This month we were the artisans in residence (for one day) at the McMillan Art Gallery. Here...