"A thread isolated, meandering, is only one in color and texture but linked with other it becomes a part of a pattern or design...." On Sunday, December 17, all members are invited to the Weavers Guild for food and friendship. [...]
Community Read Book Club: January 15, 7pm over Zoom All That She Carried: The Journey of Ashley's Sack, a Black Family Keepsake by Tiya Miles Dear Readers, I woke up to a light dusting of snow. Winter is upon us. I hope [...]
Bonnie Buzza, 1944-2023 Longtime member of the Weavers Guild, former leader of the Banditos and Portable Weavers Interest Groups, former Board member Obituary: https://www.startribune.com/obituaries/ Remembrances from guild members: From Debbie Johnson, "Bonnie was a long time member of [...]
In Memory of Jackie Lind, 1947 - 2023 –Judith Preckshot Many Guild members who volunteered for the 2015 Midwest Weavers Conference remember Jackie for her expert training, organization, and thoughtful oversight of volunteers as co-coordinator for volunteers that year. [...]
Thank you State Fair volunteers! The State Fair demonstrations are our largest volunteer effort of each year, requiring nearly 400 hours of demonstrations + prep and set up time. This year, members of WGM's Rag Rug Study Group led two full days of demonstrations, while [...]
Board Roster The Weavers Guild is governed by a member-elected Board of Directors, working with staff to implement the Strategic Plan and annual goals. Starting September 1, at the beginning of WGM's new fiscal year, we welcome the following: Kip [...]
UPDATE 10/4: This position has closed. Position Title: Retail and Administrative Specialist City: Minneapolis, MN Type: 30-40 hours/week, hourly (benefits-eligible) Category: Administration Reports to: Operations Manager Website: www.weaversguildmn.org Posted: September 6, 2023 Deadline: Open until filled ORGANIZATION SUMMARY [...]
Join us at the 2023 Minnesota State Fair Did you know the Weavers Guild has demonstrated at the Minnesota State Fair for more than 70 years! Find us in the Creative Activities Building from 9am-8pm daily, celebrating the magic of [...]
HUMBLE TREASURES Dish towels from the Weavers Guild of Minnesota on view in the Open Book Commons, 2nd floor More than 50 pieces made by members of the Weavers Guild represent the everyday kitchen towel. But they are also reflective [...]
Scandinavian Showcase by Judy Larson The opportunity to have an in-person showing of Scandinavian weavings, along with the American Swedish Institute (ASI)/WGM partnership “Weaving With History- Scandinavian Weaves” class looms still in use presented the perfect opportunity for an open house, [...]
