Reed & Weave April 2017 Edition
Inland Empire Handweavers
Guild
Meeting the second Monday of the month
September through June
(summer programs vary in time & location)
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
San Bernardino county museum
2024 orange tree lane, Redlands, ca
Please come to a meeting as our guest...
we welcome you!
Annual membership dues $30
FOR MORE INFO:
Contact IEHG President Kathleen Waln
626-963-7192 / [email protected]
or visit us at www.iehg.org
President’s Message….
April 10, 2017 Meeting
& Hands-on Workshop
“Sun Painting”
Bring and apron or an old shirt
to protect your clothing, some
cutouts and your
imagination and Janet, Sallie &
Camille will provide the rest
(See Page 3 for details)
Prepare to have fun!
Hello to you all.
As many of you know, I’ve been engaged with caregiving for my parents. Although my folks have moved much
closer to me, I still drive about 30 minutes to their new home. I mention this fact because the drive past the Inland
Empire mountain views in Spring can be some of the most spectacular scenery you’d ever hope to see! This year
with the large amount of precipitation, the green grasses and orange, yellow and purple wildflowers carpeting our
hills are truly a sight to be seen. I know you all focused on red cochineal last month, (and it is a great color,) but
don’t forget the Spring hues on our color wheel which are literally springing up all over our mountains, hills and val-
leys! Any inspiration for your weaving or spinning? I am attempting to put those colorful sights I see on my drive
into my design mind for future color projects.
Due to my family commitments, I again cannot be with you in April. However, join Janet Castro, Sallie Scanzoni
and the rest of the gang at the meeting. Janet and Sallie have an exciting program planned that I am sorry to
miss.
See you all in May.
Keep weaving, spinning, dyeing and creating!
Kathleen Waln
IEHG President
Weaving & Spinning
Groups
IEHG-WEST
Meets on the first Saturday
of the month.
Contact Gail Marlow-Dickey for more info on location and time.
909-985-8916
Riverside Spinners
Meeting location:
La Sierra Senior Center 5215 La Sierra Avenue
Riverside, 92505
For Information call Lynda Yoho @ 951-351-4542
Desert weavers
& spinners
Palm springs /desert area
Meets the Fourth Monday of the month In Rancho Mirage @ 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Contact: [email protected]
...Things to remember...
April Refreshment Volunteers
Carol Acton
Karen Willman
Linda Ward
Suzanne Chappell
Calling All Weavers, &
Spinners… Sunday, May 21, 2017
11 am - 3 pm.
San Bernardino County Museum
Volunteers are needed to demonstrate weaving and spin-
ning, and to help with demonstrations for children. Chil-
dren's activities will include Kumihimo cords, weaving pot
holders and hopefully one other activity.
Please contact Suzanne Chappell, IEHG Education Chair
and Guild Liaison at: [email protected] if you
have any suggestions for children’s activities and if you
plan on attending this annual guild activity. There will be
a sign-up sheet at the April 10th meeting.
Think of all your experiences as a
huge tapestry that can be laid out in
whatever pattern you wish. Each
day you add a new thread to the
weaving. Do you craft a curtain to
hide behind, or do you fashion a
magic carpet that will carry you to
unequaled heights? Tony Robbins
IEHG Membership News
The new 2017 IEHG Membership Directory was
emailed to members by Pat Eickman. If you
haven’t received it, or if you have any changes in
your contact information (phone number, mailing
address or email address), please contact Pat at:
It’s important to keep Pat updated so we are able
to send you information on upcoming events as
well as the monthly newsletter.
Thank you.
March dyeing demonstration with Antonio mendoza
←Adding Cream of Tarter
↗ Adding lime for third
skein
Adding wet, pre-
mordanted wool→
Last Color →
Results of different additives and pre-dyed skeins
April 10 , 2017
2017 Guild Challenge
2017 IEHG Challenge!!
• Find a favorite piece of artwork. It can be a painting, sculpture, tapestry, mural, architecture, music, and so on...
• What is it about this piece of art that moves or inspires you? Is it the colors, textures, design elements, use of
positive and negative space and so on... maybe even the subject matter.
• Pick your colors and weave structure to reflect your response to the art piece.
• We will do this as another towel exchange in June. This was such a fun event last June. Towels are not such a
personal item that we can't all love each and everyone of them to use in our kitchen or other chosen location!
In June you will have your picture and share your inspiration with the other luncheonettes
as your towel is won!
Last chance to submit your hints
and tricks
CLASSES & WORKSHOPS
OFFERED BY GAIL
Weaving on a Triangular Loom
A hands-on Studio class with individual instruction. Learn how to Weave on a Triangular Loom, the loom
that warps its self as you weave. Learn three weaving techniques, Plan Projects, Select Yarns, and Finishing
Techniques.
For more information call Gail Marlow-Dickey (909) 985 – 8916, (909) 239 – 7908
Email - [email protected] or go to www.weaverscupboard.com
TRI-COMMUNITY WEAVING & SPINNING CLASSES
New semester began the week of March 6, 7, & 8
Classes: Monday's & Tuesday's 9:00am -12:00pm, 12:30pm-3:30pm Wednesday nights 7:00pm-10:00pm. Register on first day of class Cost $110 for a 12 week trimester 20350 Cienega, Covina, CA Contact Instructor: Gail Marlow-Dickey at: [email protected]
RIGID HEDDLE CLASSES IN
THE DESERT
Beginners to Double Heddle warping/weaving Krokbragd too!
Ongoing to one-day specialty classes Contact Mariellen Boss – [email protected]
WEAVING/SPINNING
CLASSES
IN THE HIGH DESERT
Floor loom - Rigid Heddle - Inkle Loom - Triangle Loom
Spinning (drop spindle or wheel)
Private or group classes
Contact Kathy Riggs @ [email protected]
760-221-4843
For detailed information
on all classes
please visit:
http://www.iehg.org/classes
IEHG Weaving for Beginners & Beyond
Suzanne Chappell, Instructor NEW Spring 2017 Weaving Schedule
Learn to weave (or refresh your skills) on a 4-shaft or a rigid heddle loom in a small class setting. This is a pro-ject based class that covers weave structure, yarn and project selection, measuring yarn, warping the loom,
weaving and finishing a project. Classes have 3-5 stu-dents. Loom rentals are available.
PROPOSED Spring 2017 Schedule*
Day/Dates & Times Tue. morning or afternoon: Apr 11, 18, 25, May 2, 9, 23,
30th - 9:00am -Noon or 1 pm – 4 pm Wed evenings: Apr 12, 19, 26, May 3, 10, 17, 31st
6:30-9:30 p.m. Thur. morning or afternoon: Apr 13, 20, 27, May 4, 11,
18, 25th - 9:00am -Noon or 1 pm – 4 pm
*At most, there will be 2 classes, but I am available in these time slots and like to be flexible.
*Note: An enrollment of three students is necessary for
a class to be offered
More information is available on the IEHG website, www.iehg.org. You may contact Suzanne directly [email protected], or call 909-794-3470.
Weaving and spinning classes / workshops
Museum and Exhibit Calendar
FIDM (Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising) - Sun-Drenched Style: California Mid-Century Women Designers. Through June 10, 2017. http://www.fidmmuseum.org//exhibitions/current La Quinta Museum “Tell Me a Story - Women in the Arts” - January 19 - April 30, 2017 - 10 a.m. - 4 pm Free - la-quinta.org
San Diego Botanical Gardens - On May 6th and 7th, 2017, 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., the Misti Washington Gourd and Basket Guild presents its thirteenth Gourd and Basket Weekend at San Diego Botanic Garden. Throughout the weekend, 30 classes will offer students of all abilities the opportunity to show off and devel-op their basket weaving and decorative gourd skills. There will be artisans and vendors with their creations and materials available for purchase, as well as displays. Sixteen instructors from around the country will offer classes ranging from A willow Back Pack to Beading on a Gourd as well as Broom Making. Classes are designed for both beginners and the more advanced, so there should be something for everyone. http://sdbgarden.org/misti.htm
For your reading enjoyment: news.nationalgeographic.com/2016/02/160218-oldest-dress-egypt-tarkhan-archaeology/#close
Workshops & events Calendar
Griffin Dyeworks 13th Annual Retreat—June 23-25, 2017 What’s included? All fees include six meals and two nights lodging in a shared cabin with real beds and bathrooms, air conditioners, WiFi, access to the pool/jacuzzi and other Arrowhead Ranch ameni-ties. Retreat Guests can also sign up for classes. Early Bird Prices – Pay Deposit or in Full before May 1, 2017 for this lower rate. Prices increase by $75 EACH after May 1. Early arrival (add-on) – Come up Thursday afternoon for +$40 per person (Thursday night lodging + Friday breakfast included) $375 – Retreat Guest (ages 11+) $200 – Ages 11+ Family (no retreat classes) $170 – Ages 3-10 Family (no retreat classes) Daytripper Fees (no lodging) $160 – Friday only: 2 meals, Classes 10am-6pm $185 – Saturday only: 3 meals, Classes 9am-9pm
So. CA. Festivals, Events & Museum Exhibit Calendar