The Weavers Guild of Minnesota is one of the largest and oldest guilds in the country, providing inspiration, education, and community for more than 80 years. A national resource for weaving, spinning and dyeing, we are known for our fantastic [...]
In Memoriam: Madeline Shinbach Longtime guild member, WGM class assistant, and expert weaver Madeline Shinbach passed away on December 25, 2020. For students, Madeline was a calm and patient voice of help during those tricky beginning steps. Her warmth was [...]
Update from the Development Committee Wow! What a year 2020 was! As the Development Committee, we want to personally thank you. Last year was a tough one and WGM would not have made it without you. Throughout the last year, [...]
WGM 2020 Virtual State Fair Were you sorely disappointed when the State Fair was cancelled because you had just spun your first Blue-Ribbon-worthy skein of “art yarn” from a luscious alpaca/silk/merino fiber you had dyed and blended yourself? [...]
A Note from the New Chair of the Education Committee After serving eight years on the Education Committee, four of which were at the helm as Committee Chair, Roberta Zeug Shell has passed the baton. This month, [...]
The votes are in! Introducing the first Community Read, as nominated and voted on by you. The Golden Thread: How Fabric Changed History by Kassia St. Clair "All textiles begin with a twist. From colourful 30,000-year old threads found on the [...]
Artist Talk & Book Signing with Margaret Stump, Pin Loom Weaver Sunday, January 26: 1-2pm at WGM Meet the expert on Pin Loom Weaving, Margaret Stump! MInnesota's Margaret Stump has been a pin loom weaver ever since her mother brought home [...]
Thank you, Members! It’s our last Draft of 2019. As the year draws to a close, our organization is ever grateful to the community of members who support and sustain us. Weavers Guild of Minnesota members lend their expertise, demonstrate [...]
Join us for our Winter Social and Potluck! The December member meeting offers a chance to gather with fellow members and discuss your creative journey over the last year. The evening will kickoff with a potluck at 6pm, with setup [...]
WGM Exhibition: Looms, Belts and Hair Ribbons, Bags and Utility Cloths: Guatemalan Textiles from the Collection of Karen Searle Please check the calendar to ensure the floor loom classroom is free before visiting.
