
May Tapestry Study Group
CHH Guild House, May 19, 2013
By Gerry Woodhouse
Blaine is planning a workshop to double the number of cat toys offered at the CHH Fall Sale in October. He is working on the tapestry on the large upright loom at Guild House which is about ¾ complete.
Sharon completed a small tapestry rug in wool from Peter Collingwood’s book. She’s working on a way to finish or mount it. She has done nice twisted or braided fringe so far.
Therese also reminded us about some videos that would be useful in our library, which we will investigate. One is “A Weaverly Path” featuring tapestry weaver Sylvia Heyden, and the others are 8 tapestry technique videos by Archie Brennan and Susan Martin Muffei. These are pricey, so we will start a “wish box” and put cash in from time to time till we have enough!
Terry Z joined us for the first time since we formed in December. She has wanted to study tapestry weaving for many years and now has enough looms to dedicate one to that endeavor.
Work Loom
D’Anne reported on the great success of the Gathering of the Guilds, where lots of adults got involved with weaving this year, as well as children. D’Anne also brought her frame loom with a work in progress of a colorful leaf worked in fine yarns.
Barbara B. A long hand twisted cord is attached for wearing around the neck, and tiny star-shaped glass beads are attached to the tassels at the bottom of the piece.
Gerry Woodhouse
We hope to meet again June 30, 2:00pm at Guild House. gw