October’s meeting

~ October  28th 2010 meeting~ SUSTAINABILITY NIGHT ~ 7pm – 9pm Just a reminder about the weave-along  due at the October meeting.  The idea is to weave a lap napkin/placemat/utensil-holder. This will allow us to be able to bring our own utensils &…

Gaby Puma Sallo – APU Textiles

Gaby’s presentation was a gift  not only of textiles and traditions, but also a glimpse into the culture which she so dearly loves.  Many thanks for sharing so much with us.  How apropos  to have this great effort of Andean cultural preservation…

Book: Handmade in India

If you get a chance, check out this amazing book.  (It is available through the MERRIMACK VALLEY LIBRARY CONSORTIUM.)  The authors outline, region by region, what the handmade specialty is and the materials used.    Many of the regions specialize in weaving. This huge coffee…