I've had some inquiries lately about spinning and weaving guilds in the area. Luckily we have several throughout the state and I'm always happy to forward on information about them. Before we moved to the farm, I participated with a couple of the groups and really enjoyed the camaraderie and educational opportunities.
Post farm, I haven't been to a guild meeting in years :-(. Heck, I have a pretty darn complete studio right here on the farm and I still don't show up near as much as I should I'd like. I always have big hopes that various events we've hosted here will allow me to sit down and spin, but I always end up talking and teaching...and watching over my shoulder while everyone else makes and uses yarn.
I've decided to start a small guild here on the farm. It will work like a traditional guild and is open to anyone interested in wool crafts. Any wool crafts and not just from our sheep, although if you show up with some alpaca, mohair, camel, rabbit...we might make you sing a silly sheep song! ;-)
We are going to meet on the second Tuesday of each month, starting at 6:00 p.m. While that sounds like an odd day and time, I don't want to conflict with the Monday, Friday and Saturday meet times of several other local groups. Plus, it's nice to have something mid-week to look forward to :-).
Most folks coming out to the farm enjoy visiting with the sheep. Some even want to learn more about what it takes to have sheep, how to care for them, shearing... If that's you, come a little early and you can help with the evening chores (or just watch if you prefer).
We'll even have food! Don't get too excited. It will most likely just be a loaf of fresh bread and a Trader Joe's soup...or blue box mac and cheese...just kidding...mostly ;-). You are welcome to bring something to share, but absolutely can just show up and relax.
The first meeting will be next Tuesday, January 8th. I sure wish everyone was "local" or they'd get that stupid teleporter working. Please join us in spirit!
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