PHG Study Groups
Small study groups can be formed with focus on a weave structure (Bateman, Plain Weave), a purpose (utilitarian textiles, clothing), a technique (shibori, tapestry, finishing techniques), equipment (rigid huddle, computer-aided dobby), or just a group of folks who like to get together to share their love of textiles without traveling far (e.g., the Hillsboro Weavers & Spinners; Fairview Fiber Folks). All you need is a reason to get together and a plan. Leadership can be one person, or members can take turns leading. Meetings can be in person, via email, or a combination – whatever works for the group. PHG is available as a resource to help you get started. If you are a PHG member interested in getting a study or interest group going, please reach out to us.
Indigo Dye & Fiber Works
This open space studio is an ‘ongoing study group’ where fiber artists can collaborate and learn together. You may work with any fiber or dye that interests you. Fiber artists can teach, learn from and mentor each other in any fiber art, though natural dyeing is a main focus.
Joel Weber is the founder of this great community. email: info@indigodyeandfiberworks.com
Check out their website: www.indigodyeandfiberworks.com
North of the Columbia
Sue Kohut, email sek23402@gmail.com facilitates this study group that is an offshoot of the guild, approved a couple of years ago. They meet the 3rd Saturday of every month at Blizzard Yarn and Fiber, a local yarn and fiber shop in Vancouver, WA. About 9-10 people typically attend. Website: http://blizzardyarnandfiber.com/
ANWG History of Weaving Group
The Association of Northwest Weaving Guilds (of which Portland Handweavers Guild is a member) has kicked of a new study group dedicated to the history of weaving in the Northwest. For their first project, “Wrapped in History,” participants will design and weave a scarf or a shawl inspired by a “historical weaver” with connections to the Pacific Northwest. For more info on the ANWG study group’s project, see their website, https://northwestweavers.org/education/history-study-group/wrapped-in-history/