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| woollythinker |
Calling fibrefolk in Swansea Neath Port Talbot VallleysThe Tawe Guildof Weavers, Spinners and Dyers. Would you like to learn to spin, weave or work in felt or fibre then do come and join us. Find out all about us at our NEW Taster Sessions- Drop in for a chat and find out how to join!! On the 11th and 25th September between noon and 8pm, at The Cross Commuity Centre, Pontedawe, where members of the Tawe Guild will welcome you to our home in basement studio. Spinning need not be expensive! A simple spindle can be for had for little money and you can try different types when you visit. Come and talk to us if you are thinking of buying a wheel or a loom or want to learn to spin or weave with your own equipment. Our Guild members have between them many years of experience to draw on, in fact, the Tawe Guild has been running for more than 25 years and would love to share their knowledge. The Guild offers well attended day-time and evening classes, monthly specialist courses, we even ‘spin in public’ to spread the word. We have lots of opportunities to exhibit or to sell our work, to meet new and interesting people and to enjoy these traditional crafts, keeping them alive for future generations. Come and see what it’s all about. Call Eirian 01685 814217 or debb.sillymoo@googlemail.com ps I'm new and its GREAT especially cos its uk local! |
| Cabbagepatch |
Oh I say, I've just joined a local group here, just need to pluck up the courage to go along with my wheel and make a complete twit of myself! |