General Meetings

 

Saturday, September 16, 2023 at 10 a.m.

Saturday, October 14, 2023 at 10 a.m.

Saturday, December 9, 2023 at 10 a.m.

Saturday, February 10, 2024 at 10 a.m.

Saturday, April 6, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. followed by Fibre Mart

Saturday, May 25, 2024 at 10:00 a.m.  Annual General Meeting

Board of Directors' Meetings

 

Monday, August 28, 2023 at 7 p.m.

Monday, October 2, 2023 at 7 p.m.

Monday, November 27, 2023 at 7 p.m.

Monday, January 29, 2024 at 7 p.m.

Monday, March 25, 2024 at 7 p.m.

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 7 p.m.

 

Cold Weather Policy – The Guild will be closed when the temperature is minus 25 degrees C or colder.  For classes and workshops, cancellations will be at the discretion of the instructor.

Open Studio Hours March and April,  Sundays from 1 to 4

Join us at the Guild during Open Studio Hours. You’ll find other EWG members to talk to about your current project.  The library will be open for you to explore.  Weaving and spinning equipment waiting for you to use.

We welcome volunteers to host a session.  No previous experience required; training provided.  Any questions? vicepresident@edmontonweavers.org

Our Groups

The Edmonton Weavers Guild offers study groups for members

Study Group dates and/or times are subject to change, therefore, the dates and times listed below may not be accurate.  For current information on a Study Group, please contact info@edmontonweavers.org. Your email will be forwarded to the Study Group leader(s).

Weaving Groups

Monday AM Weaving
Every Monday morning from to 10:00 am-11:30 am.

“Master Wannabees”
Beginning September 6, 2023, the first and third Wednesday each month from 6:30 to 8:30 pm.  For all levels of weavers, this group will follow the requirements for the Guild of Canadian Weavers Master Weaver Testing Guidelines starting with the Basic level in 2023.

More than Four  
Every second Tuesday afternoon from 1:00 pm.

Wednesday Afternoon Weaving
The second and fourth Wednesday afternoons from 1:00-3:00 pm. This group is currently sharing projects on table looms using a “round-robin” format.

Get Sett
Every second Tuesday evening from 7:00-9:00 pm. This group enjoys experimenting with various weave structures.

Rigid Heddle Weaving
Second and fourth Thursday evening from 7:00-9:00 pm. This group is for all levels. New members are accepted on a first come basis. Places are limited.

Spinning Groups

Tuesday Morning Spinning
Every Tuesday morning from 10:00 – noon. Wool, llama, alpaca, qiviut, dog hair, mohair, silk, Tencel, and flax are only a few of the fibers these spinners work with.

Thursday Evening Spinning
First and third Thursday evening from 7:00-9:00 pm.

Felting Group

First and third Wednesdays from 1:00-3:00 pm.

Junior Study Group

Junior membership is available to individuals from 10 to 17 years of age. We will explore all aspects of fibre arts – weaving, stitching, spinning, felting or others that members may be interested in.  Meeting first and third Thursday of the month, 4-6 pm beginning September 21. We are limited to six members. You may request to be placed on a wait list.

Knitting Group

The second and fourth Wednesday evenings from 7 to 9 p.m.