Meetings – Weavers of Orlando
Celebrating 75 Years | Est. 1942
Promoting Weaving and Other Fiber Arts in Central Florida

Meetings

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Holiday Luncheon

Members gather annually to enjoy the holiday season with their fiber friends and families. Currently, the guild gathers at the Mount Dora, FL United Methodist Church on N. Fifth Street.

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Captions for the above…. (1) The annual holiday luncheon is a great time for friends to get together. There are always warm greetings and hugs.  (2) Lee T indicates he is having a good time.  (3) Anne M greets long-time friends Ellen and Chuck T.  (4) Mona R sets the table.  (5) Sandy L, right, starts the serving line.  (6)  Cynthia S, right, and Pat I catch up on events.

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Captions for the above … (7 and 8) Lively conversations and dining are the hallmark of a great holiday luncheon.  (9) Pam W officially opens the event with a greeting and thanks for a great 2017.  (10 and 11 ) Nancy R invites Berna L, center, and Pat I to bless the meal.

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Captions for the above photos……(12) The luncheon event was a good opportunity for Marilyn F to give thanks to the members of her 75th Anniversary Celebration Team for their contribution to the success of the event. (13) Marilyn recognizes Cindy L for her strategic plans, (14) Bev T for booking the venue, the Camelia Room of Leu Gardens and her close coordination with their staff, (15) Mary S for her contributions, (16) Nancy R for her support and guidance, (17)  Berna L for her role as key-note speaker and (18) Pam W for booking the catering company and coordinating their services.  It was a wonderful way to celebrate the milestone event, thanks to many volunteers.

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Captions for the above ……(19) Diane C gives a brief report on the recent Holiday Sales event at the Lakeside Inn and shared that sales from the event were very good. Looking forward, Diane reported that the 2018 Holiday Sales event would be moved to the Donnelly Pavilion in downtown Mount Dora, providing more space. The building offers  higher visibility for tourists and shoppers and better access from the street.  The dates of the 2018 sale are Nov 30 and Dec 1 and 2. (20) Sandy L and Cynthia S handle the door prize portion of the luncheon. All gifts were to be made by members. (21) Ann R shows off her beaded bracelet created by Nancy R. (22) Anne M shows off her exchange gift: a jar of blueberry jam, a felted home made lemon drop soap and a quilted place mat for the table from Mona R.

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Captions for the above ….. (22) Ellen T shows her wire, bead and pine bark pendant. (24) Jamie L received two woven jelly fish scarves from Pam W.  (25) Ann C shows her beaded bracelet. (26) Jane G shows her beaded earrings. (27) Jewel B received a felted tree ornament. (28) Judy S received a blue beaded Christmas ornament made by Mimi S.

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Captions for the above ….. (29) Liz H received a woven tartan plaid towel created by Mary S. (30) Marilyn F shows off her glass tree ornament, created by Jamie L. (31) Mary S shows off her exchange gift: a crocheted scarf from Jane G. (32) Mimi S received a scarf and fragrant soap.  (33) Nancy H shows her scented candle. (34) Nancy R scored with her lacy cowl.

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Captions for the above ….. (35) Pam W shows her bracelet from Malaysia, courtesy of Nancy H, who flies the world with Delta.  (36) Peg C admires her door prize tickets, or, as she proudly proclaimed, her: ‘investment in the guild.’ (37 and 38) The grand prize of the luncheon door prize event was a hand-made, 4-shaft, 4-treddle, 24″  floor loom which had been totally reconditioned and given a new life, new shuttles and a starter stash of yarns, which Ann R won. Ann promptly announced that she is gifting the loom to a friend in Tallahassee who expressed an interest in learning to weave. Two members of the guild volunteered to provide the new owner with beginner instructions on how to get started. The spirit of Christmas is alive within the hearts of members of The Weavers of Orlando.

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Workshops 2019/2020

Weavers of Orlando have 3 different 3 day workshops planned for 2019.
We sponsor 3 workshops a year, 2 of the workshops are usually with nationally known instructors, and members get first chance to take these workshops. 
The cost of the workshops are estimated prior to the workshop and a deposit is required when signing up to take a workshop with Weavers of Orlando. 
The exact cost of the workshop is determined by the cost of travel for the instructor, teaching fees along with room rental and any other expenses encountered for the workshop. These costs are then divided among the participants in the workshop.  Some of the instructors also require a materials fee that is separate fee from the cost of the workshop. 
If you are interested in joining us at one of the following workshops or would like more details please contact our workshop chair Nancy R  at workshops@weaversoforlando.org

The well stocked workshop basket This file contains a very good list of things you should bring with you to every workshop Please take the time to click on the link, read & print the list for future reference.

2019 Workshops

If you are interested in joining us at one of the following 2019 workshops or would like more details please contact our workshop chair Nancy R

Workshops will be held at the Fashion Square Mall conference center. 

Directions:
Orlando Fashion Square Mall
3201 E Colonial Dr
Orlando, FL 32803
Once at the mall: Park in the front near Panera Bread, enter through the main mall doors to the left of Panera, walk straight toward Zales. As you approach Zales, bear to the right and walk down the hallway on right, next to Sam’s Watch and Jewelry repair. Follow signs to the bathroom. The Community Room will be on the left of the hallway. 
The Mall opens at 10 a.m., so when you arrive early for our meetings, ask the guard to let you into the Mall.

October 18, 19, 20 Friday, Saturday, and Sunday

The Art of Transparency workshop and program by Laura Viada

Transparencies are fun to weave and present a wealth of opportunities for expression and design.  A close relative of the tapestry, the distinguishing characteristic of the transparency is the contrast between opaque areas of pattern inlay and the sheer background cloth.  Transparency techniques can be used to create expressive art pieces, or for dramatic functional items such as window coverings, table linens, and wearables.
This workshop introduces students to basic transparency weaving techniques, and to all the possibilities transparency offers.
  • On day one, we will explore the basics — yarns, sett, weaving techniques, creating shapes, etc.
  • On day two, we will explore design sources and methods and students will create an original cartoon.
  • On day three students may continue experimenting with yarns and techniques and/or begin weaving from the cartoon designed on day two.
Level:  All levels, must be able to warp your own loom

Bio:

LAURA VIADA is a handweaver and fiber artist who creates works of art in natural fibers – primarily, linen, silk, and wool.   Her guiding philosophy is that humans have an intimate relationship with the objects that surround us – the things we see, wear, use, and share with friends and family — and that the human spirit thrives when these things are beautiful and sensual.   In addition to art pieces, such as wall hangings, window coverings, and room dividers, Laura creates textiles designed to add a touch of luxury and mindfulness to our daily routines.   For Laura, a beautiful, handcrafted kitchen towel turns a daily chore into a ritual, a handwoven bath towel adds a touch of luxury to daily grooming, and a handwoven napkin makes even the simplest meal into a special occasion.
Laura grew up in Houston, Texas.  While taking a pause from demanding career in law, she learned to weave and fell in love with the world of fiber.  For the past 20 years, Laura has been an active member of Houston’s art community.  Her work has been exhibited nationally and has won numerous awards, and she spent 9 months in 2008 as an Artist-in-Residence at the Houston Center for Contemporary Craft.  Laura lives in Houston and maintains a studio at the Art Square Studios complex near Downtown Houston. Her work can also be seen at Archway Gallery in Houston, Texas.

Workshops 2020

February 15, 16, and 17, 2020 Workshop (Saturday, Sunday, and Monday)

Weaving in a Parallel Universe by Linda Hartshorn

Explore a parallel universe of possibilities in weaving! Parallel threadings are incredibly versatile and can be used to weave a variety of structures including echo weave twills, four color doubleweave, and jin (polychrome turned taquete). Create vibrant colorways, echoes and iridescence by using two or more colors in the warp. Weave samples in a round robin, study drafts and learn how to create a parallel threading. Add the power of parallel threadings to your weaving repertoire.

Level: Intermediate—advanced

Loom type: Portable floor or table loom, 8 or more shafts required, in good working order.

Loom will be pre-warped according to instructions. Two boat shuttles with bobbins, scissors, weft yarn, tape measure, Fray Check (a fabric glue for separating samples). Bring any items needed to mend broken warps. For notetaking and drafting bring pen, pencil, and paper.

Bio:
Linda Hartshorn is known for unique dyework and lively use of color in her handwoven textiles. With over fifteen years of teaching experience, Linda enjoys leading workshops all over the country. She recently opened Lost Coast Weaving Studio in the mountains of Northern California, where she holds classes and creates her own work. Linda is a two time winner of the Victor Thomas Jacoby Award.

In weaving Linda has discovered the threads that connect us to other weavers, to other places and other times. For her weaving is an essential part of being human. She tries to express this in her work, which is influenced by many textile traditions but is still very much her own. She uses natural fibers, a diversity of weave structures, and hand dyeing, including the extensive use of plant and mineral dyes, to create artistry in fiber.

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Programs for 2019/2020

Weavers of Orlando (WoO), an active non-profit organization, promotes and encourages interest in the fiber arts such as weaving, spinning, basketry, dyeing, felting, and beading through monthly programs.
When:  The 3rd Saturday of each month (see monthly schedule below)
  • Socializing & Weaving questions answered starting at 9:30 am
  • Business meeting starts at 10 a.m.
  • Show and tell usually starts around 10:30 am
  • Program starts around 11:00 am
Where:   We are in the processes of finding a new regular/permanent meeting place, so please check each month to see where we are meeting. We hope to announce a regular meeting place soon.

2019 Programs

Starting in May, we’ll have our meetings at the Fashion Square Mall conference center.

Directions:
Orlando Fashion Square Mall
3201 E Colonial Dr
Orlando, FL 32803
Once at the mall: Park in the front near Panera Bread, enter through the main mall doors to the left of Panera, walk straight toward Zales. As you approach Zales, bear to the right and walk down the hallway on right, next to Sam’s Watch and Jewelry repair. Follow signs to the bathroom. The Community Room will be on the left of the hallway.
The Mall opens at 10 a.m., so when you arrive early for our meetings, ask the guard to let you into the Mall.

September 21, 2019 

Meeting will be held at Fashion Square Mall Community Room

Tied Unit Weaves Beyond Summer and Winter –Audrey S.

Audrey will explain the “what” of Tied Unit Weaves and the differences between Summer and Winter, Half Satin, Bergman and Quigley weave structures.  Using slides, the audience will see the explanations unfold.  These weaves are very versatile and can be used for all types of projects, from linens to woven cards.

Bio: Audrey learned to weave in 1954 on a big, old barn loom which stood in the middle of her art classroom.  Students were allowed to weave on the loom after their art project was finished. She would quickly finish her project just to have a chance to weave.  In 1989, Audrey started weaving again.  She had the good fortune to study weave structure under our guild’s mentor, Betty TerLouw.  With this knowledge, Audrey discovered the joy of creating her own weaving designs.  Tied Unit Weaves, especially Quigley, rank high as her favorite weave structures.

October 21, 2019 

Transparencies by Laura Viada

Transparencies are fun to weave and present a wealth of opportunities for expression and design.  A close relative of the tapestry, the distinguishing characteristic of the transparency is the contrast between opaque areas of pattern inlay and the sheer background cloth.  Transparency techniques can be used to create expressive art pieces, or for dramatic functional items such as window coverings, table linens, and wearables.
Laura Viada is a handweaver and fiber artist who creates works of art in natural fibers – primarily, linen, silk, and wool.   Her guiding philosophy is that humans have an intimate relationship with the objects that surround us – the things we see, wear, use, and share with friends and family — and that the human spirit thrives when these things are beautiful and sensual.   In addition to art pieces, such as wall hangings, window coverings, and room dividers, Laura creates textiles designed to add a touch of luxury and mindfulness to our daily routines.   For Laura, a beautiful, handcrafted kitchen towel turns a daily chore into a ritual, a handwoven bath towel adds a touch of luxury to daily grooming, and a handwoven napkin makes even the simplest meal into a special occasion.
Laura grew up in Houston, Texas.  While taking a pause from demanding career in law, she learned to weave and fell in love with the world of fiber.  For the past 20 years, Laura has been an active member of Houston’s art community.  Her work has been exhibited nationally and has won numerous awards, and she spent 9 months in 2008 as an Artist-in-Residence at the Houston Center for Contemporary Craft.  Laura lives in Houston and maintains a studio at the Art Square Studios complex near Downtown Houston. Her work can also be seen at Archway Gallery in Houston, Texas.

November 16, 2019 

 Meeting will be held at Fashion Square Mall Community Room

Beautiful Handwoven Hems by Margarete Griffiths

Presentation will cover how to plan and execute beautiful hems primarily for towels and napkins.  Both hand sewn and machine hems will be discussed.  If you don’t look forward to hemming, this program will show you how to take the guesswork and pain out of finishing your handwovens – plus probably eliminate several unnecessary steps suggested by Handwoven.

Note: There is an optional mini workshop for a hands-on experience hemming after the presentation. Margarete will provide the weaving with the hems prepared for hand sewing. The materials fee for this mini workshop is $15 and is payable to Margarete Griffiths at the September meeting. This fee must be paid in September if you are interested.

Bio:  Margarete has been weaving for over 20 years.  She enjoys weaving towels, placemats, napkins, table runners, and, since moving to Florida, the occasional lightweight scarf or shawl.  In her non-weaving life she was a teacher, seminar presenter, and international sales account manager.  She enjoys retirement and the time it gives her to be involved in several weaving guilds and almost unlimited time for weaving.

 December 21, 2019

Annual Holiday Potluck Luncheon –

Methodist Church in Mt Dora.

Weavers of Orlando will have our annual holiday potluck luncheon, with a gift exchange, door prizes, the Betty Terlouw scholarship drawing, and yummy food! Come join us!

Programs 2020

January 18, 2020

Two programs:

Walking your Treadles by Margarete Griffiths

Margarete will explain the mysteries of walking treadling. You will learn how to convert any tieup to a walking treadling tieup.

Maintaining your Loom and Reviving a new-to-you Loom by Mary Schmutte

Mary will discuss maintaining your current loom. She will also discuss cleaning up and preparing that bargain “new-to-you” loom that you bought and are now wondering, “How do I clean and prepare it for its first warp?”

February 15, 2020

Color Fundamentals for Fiber Artists by Linda Hartshorn

Color is enriches our lives and is of primary importance to the fiber art we create. Color is not only fundamental but FUN! A Power Point slideshow will guide us through the basics of color and show inspiring examples in fiber art. Using what we have learned, we will make yarn wraps in a fun, hands-on exercise.

Provided for students: cards for wrapping and some yarns.

Materials for students to bring:  scissors, tape, and a few colorful pictures from a magazine or elsewhere for inspiration. Please also bring bits and balls of yarn leftover from your projects to share with the group.

March 28, 2020 — Annual Picnic