ABOUT US The Devon guild of Weavers Spinners and Dyers was established in 1951, our aims have not changed since then; The aims of our Guild are the preservation and improvement of the craftsmanship in hand weaving, spinning and dyeing for the benefit of the public and the promotion of public education in such craftsmanship. In addition; to foster a sense of beauty of material, texture, colour and design. There are currently over 100 Guild members with levels of craft expertise range from beginner to expert. |
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WHEN AND WHERE DO WE MEET?
Meetings are usually held on the second Saturday of every month except August 10.00am - 3.30pm America Hall De La Rue Way Pinhoe Exeter EX4 8PX |
Weaving by a Guild member
WHAT DO WE DO?
At most meetings the morning is predominantly a social gathering where members can sit and spin, weave, knit, crochet etc .... and chat! This is an ideal opportunity for learning from others and sharing ideas and expertise.
The Sales Table is available for members to buy or sell items (usually, but not always, crafts-related).
The Library is available for browsing and members can borrow from our large collection of books (click for inventory) and equipment.
We have a refreshments bar serving (on a sign-up rota basis) tea, coffee and donated cakes. Members usually bring a packed lunch.
We generally have a speaker each afternoon – always an expert in their subject area. Some speakers also run Sunday workshops on their craft. See our Programme for further information about the variety of crafts-related talks planned for the current year.
We frequently demonstrate our traditional crafts and exhibit our work at various shows and fairs in the county - see the Events page.
At most meetings the morning is predominantly a social gathering where members can sit and spin, weave, knit, crochet etc .... and chat! This is an ideal opportunity for learning from others and sharing ideas and expertise.
The Sales Table is available for members to buy or sell items (usually, but not always, crafts-related).
The Library is available for browsing and members can borrow from our large collection of books (click for inventory) and equipment.
We have a refreshments bar serving (on a sign-up rota basis) tea, coffee and donated cakes. Members usually bring a packed lunch.
We generally have a speaker each afternoon – always an expert in their subject area. Some speakers also run Sunday workshops on their craft. See our Programme for further information about the variety of crafts-related talks planned for the current year.
We frequently demonstrate our traditional crafts and exhibit our work at various shows and fairs in the county - see the Events page.
Handspun alpaca in natural colours
WHO CAN JOIN?
Membership of the Guild is open to anyone, from beginners to experts, who has an interest in textiles and fibre crafts and who enjoys finding out more about them. And it's not just for women - our membership includes an increasing number of men.
For further information about membership and its benefits, see our Membership page.
Membership of the Guild is open to anyone, from beginners to experts, who has an interest in textiles and fibre crafts and who enjoys finding out more about them. And it's not just for women - our membership includes an increasing number of men.
For further information about membership and its benefits, see our Membership page.