The Weave Structure Study Group (WSSG) is a learning community devoted to broadening the understanding of weave structures through education, practice, and group sharing. The structures to be studied and the length of time for study are determined by group consensus.

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2024 - 2025 Update

We will be sharing choices of weave structures for painted warp projects and preparing the February 2025 guild program about turned drafts.

 

Led by Cathy B.

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In this group guild members will explore transforming rectangular textiles that come off their looms into clothing, tote bags, and home accessories. All levels of sewing expertise are welcome. We will share ideas and patterns and offer encouragement for individual projects.

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This group is looking for a new leader.

The Weaving Basics Study Group is aimed at beginning to intermediate weavers who  would like a place to discuss the ins and outs of project planning and practicing their weaving skills.  Our primary focus is on structures/projects on 4 shafts or less.  We've done two group projects on the guild baby wolf, and plan more group projects in the future.  Our meetings are fairly informal, and always include time to discuss any issues that have cropped up in your weaving practice, and always inspirational Show & Share.  We currently meet on the second Saturday of the mo

 

Led by Diane P.

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• Resource List

• Project Planning

• Winding a Warp and Warping

• Beaming a Warp

• Threading

• Gamp Resources

• Project Records

The Natural Dye & Ethnic Textile Study Group is dedicated to the use of natural dyes on natural fibers suitable for weaving, with an emphasis on locally available, organic, and sustainable dyestuffs. The exploration includes dyeing on cloth, and practices such as traditional ethnic dye techniques of shibori, ikat, and katazome.
 

Led by Marilyn R.

The Scandinavian Weaves Study Group studies the weave structures of the Scandinavian countries Denmark, Iceland, Norway, Sweden, Finland, and the Sami, the indigenous peoples of northern Scandinavia and Russia.  Members of this group choose their own focus for study and weaving

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Led by Kathie L.

The mission of this Study Group is to explore and share information relevant to weaving on looms with more than 8 shafts. The group is currently planning different interpretations of a simple block design. The interpretations will encompass structures with many shafts and complexities as well as simpler designs that can be woven on 8 or less shafts.

 

Led by Emily G-L.

The Rigid Heddle Study Group emphasizes members using their rigid heddle looms for projects related to their personal interests.  Members support and encourage each other by helping to solve problems and by sharing project ideas and resources.  The group strives to educate others on how the loom allows weaving to be affordable and easy, yet as complex and demanding as the weaver chooses.

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The group meets quarterly on Zoom and through monthly email check-ins.

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Led by Debbie M.

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The goal of this group is multipurpose: to reduce the waste of fiber materials, to value and reuse existing textiles, to share and repair cloth with the multitude of textile ephemera in our stashes. We hope to make a dent in fabric waste in the world, and to adopt behaviors that show that intention.

 

Led by Marilyn R.