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About the Guild<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

At Niagara Handweavers and Spinners, people from all around the Niagara region come together to share a genuine love of fibre arts. Whether weaving, spinning, dyeing, or simply learning from one another, members find our studio a friendly, encouraging place to connect and create.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There\u2019s always something happening \u2014 a hands-on workshop, a lively spinning session, or our annual dye day, where ideas flow as freely as colour. Throughout the year, members can be found sharing their craft at local festivals, museums, and community events, inspiring others with the beauty of handmade textiles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The highlight of our year is The Art of Fibre Show and Sale,<\/em> held every November, when everyone gathers to celebrate creativity and community. No matter your experience \u2014 whether you\u2019re just starting out or have been at it for years \u2014 you\u2019ll discover lasting friendships, encouragement, and plenty of inspiration in our group.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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OUR HISTORY<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Niagara Handweavers and Spinners traces its roots back to September 9, 1948, when eighteen weaving enthusiasts formed the Guild after taking part in an Ontario Government Community Program<\/em> weaving course in Niagara Falls. Inspired by their shared passion, those founders created a tradition of learning and artistic collaboration that continues today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As one of Ontario\u2019s oldest fibre arts guilds, our membership has grown beyond Niagara Falls to include people from communities across the region. Over the decades, members have participated in workshops, exhibits, craft festivals, heritage events, and competitions like the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair\u2019s Sheep to Shawl<\/em>. Our commitment to community, creativity, and skill-sharing has remained at the heart of everything we do.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Member Resources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Monthly Gatherings<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Find information, presentations, tips and pictures from monthly gatherings.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Guild Documentation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Bylaws, policies, membership booklet, and much much more.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n