http://almontefibrefest.ca/
As we enter the summer and the restrictions on the day we do hope the fall will allow us more opportunity.
Almonte's Fibre festival held in September has not been postponed to date.
Please stay tuned and update your calendar for any changes. The website link above will give you any news on the Festival festivities or cancelations.
Stay safe!
During this time of Pandemic the West Carleton guild is keeping to the guidelines of the Ministry of Health. All guild physical meetings are cancelled until further notice. However guild members and interested parties can still continue to share information through the powers of the internet.
Would you like to participate in a Net- work of Fibre Artists ? April 30th deadline!
http://www.adrianbakerart.com/net-work/
I have enclosed the above like for you to look at the project in greater detail, as well as the background information .
I have enclosed the above like for you to look at the project in greater detail, as well as the background information .
Hi everyone.
The
fibre
‘strands’ have started to arrive, and it’s very exciting to see what
people are making! I’m grateful that so many creative people have become
involved in this project – we are over 90 participants now (!) from
several different countries. There’s still lots
of time, you have till April 30 to create a strand for this
installation.
As
mentioned,
your piece can be knitted, crocheted, woven or otherwise created with
fibre, anywhere between 1” to 6” wide, and up to 10 or 15 feet long!!
(shorter strands will be attached to create long ones). You can use any
material (yarn, string, jute, natural or synthetic)
in any colour or colour combination.
Remember,
the piece you create is your interpretation
of the theme: the underground ‘network’ of mycorrhizal fungi which
allows trees to communicate through their roots. It also represents our
connection to each other through other types of networks such as the
internet. All the strands will be suspended/interwoven
to create one large installation which in turn symbolizes our
connection to the natural world.
Several
people have asked me what will happen to the installation after the exhibit. I’ve
been asked to submit a proposal to exhibit the installation Mississippi Mills Textile Museum in Ontario. (TBA) After that, I
haven’t yet formulated a plan for the yarn, but it will definitely not
be ‘tossed’. I have a few ideas and am open to suggestions!
Please contact
me if you have any questions.
Thanks again
for your interest!
Adrian Baker
280 Wilson
Street, Appleton
RR.3, Almonte,
Ontario
Canada K0A
1A0
Check out the new kid on the block!
This comes from:
The Mint and Honey
Tea and Gift Emporium
Located at 150 Katimavik Rd, Unit 120, Kanata On
Hello lovely knitters,
Sorry I don’t have everybody’s emails
but I thought to reach out to you and let you know that I am dedicating a
knitting spot at the shop for drop-ins. It was so nice hanging out
around you when you came to the store a few
months ago. I created a Facebook event for a self-guided knitting drop
in time on Wednesdays between 3 and 5pm. The slot can also be booked for
a group of people, in which case I will have to close the store
depending on the number. Of course you are welcome
to book any other times. I hope you can share this information with
your knitting friends so they know there is a space available if they
feel like a change of scenery.
Fibre and Textile Award Announcement
Mississippi Mills Textile Museum announces new fibre and textile art award
MVTM announces a new fibre and textile art award – apply now!
The Mississippi Valley Textile Museum (MVTM) is proud to launch the first KDS Fibre and Textile Art Award,
to recognize excellence in fibre and textile art. It’s been created as a
showcase of the most current and versatile approaches to fibre as a
medium. In order to profile the breadth of the craft, not one, but three
award categories are in place to celebrate the work of emerging and
established women artists aged 50 and over.
The
contest is open to all Canadian female artists over 50 who have
produced artwork in the last two years with fibre or textile as the
principal element. Each entry should include up to three images along
with a brief description of each artwork along with a one-page CV.
All
submissions will be juried by a committee. Selected artists will be
awarded in one of three categories: established artist, $3000;
mid-career artists, $1500; emerging artist, $500. Winners will be
notified by the summer of 2020. An awards gala will be held later in the
year along with an opportunity to have their work on display at the
museum in the near future.
MVTM curator Michael Rikley-Lancaster says, “What an honour to launch this award as both part of the 35th anniversary of the museum and the 25th year
of Fibrefest. And what a double honour to do so because a private donor
wanted to establish, and fund, an award to empower female artists. It’s
a great way to give back to the textile arts community and to show the
support for the type of art and craft that is so fundamental to all that
has made the museum the dynamic place it is today. All of us – staff,
volunteers, artists – are grateful for this gift and challenge.”
Are
you ready to take the plunge? Entry fee is $40 and you have until
Friday, March 20, 2020 to send in an application – just get onto the MVTM website for more details and make the magic happen!
The
Mississippi Valley Textile Museum is in the annex of the former
Rosamond Woolen Company in Almonte, Ontario. Constructed in 1867 this
National Historic Site of Canada features a blend of the old and new,
all related to the history of the Mississippi Valley and the textile
industry. Visit, become a donor, become a volunteer – our history is
your history!
For more information contact the curator, Michael Rikley-Lancaster, curator@
Heading west of Ottawa this spring?
Kitchener Waterloo Weavers and Spinners Guild
Exhibit at the Button Factory, 25 Regina St S, Waterloo
Fibre Paths, February 7-29 2020
Opening February 7, 5-7pm
Exhibit at the Button Factory, 25 Regina St S, Waterloo
Fibre Paths, February 7-29 2020
Opening February 7, 5-7pm
Fibre Paths - Every life path is unique and intertwined. Each Journey is personal and layered. In Fibre Paths,
memories, traditions and person narratives are brought to life through
fibre art. The threads of our stories lead us through colour, shape and
texture to arrive at a finished work that is woven and spun into
meaning and form. We invite you to witness our journeys.
******FIBRE ARTS FESTIVAL AND SALE
Saturday, March 14 th 10 – 4
Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre
775 Brealey Drive, Peterborough
Come and celebrate everything fibre with the Peterborough Weavers & Spinners Guild!
Sheep to Shawl Demonstration
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Make and Take Area *
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Stock up on fibre, yarn and related fibre supplies
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Treat yourself to a unique, handmade gift item
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Explore and Register for Future Fibre Courses *
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Admission $5 cash Lots of Door Prizes Kids 12 and under free
For more information see Facebook: Peterborough Fibre Arts Festival
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