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September 20, 2007
Annual Fall Preview of the Latest Yarns and Fashions: Westminster Fibers presents fibers and fashions by Rowan, RYC, Jaeger, Nashua Handknits, Regia, Gedifra and Schachenmayr.
September 30, 2007
Boston Knit-Out & Crochet Too 2007
12pm - 4pm, Boston Common, rain or shine.
October 18, 2007
Designs for the Home: a workshop with Kristin Nicolas.
Kristin is the author of Colorful Stitchery a book that encourages and inspires stitchers and knitters alike with dozens of projects to brighten and warm any home. Pillow covers, napkins, tablecloths, blankets and throws all become decorative focal points when enhanced with stitched floral motifs or color-saturated polka dots. She will introduce her latest book Kristin Knits, a book that encourages readers to conquer their color inhibitions, learn basic color theory and create personally satisfying fiber palettes. Her distinctive palette, influenced by Indian and French provincial textiles is recognizable in each of her designs.
November 15, 2007
A slide presentation by Fronia Wissman, Art Historian
Not Ready to Wear: Contemporary Knitting.
An increasing number of contemporary artists have turned to knitting as an art form rather than as a means to make something to wear. These people, excitingly both men and women, use knitting to raise questions about craft, activism, and gender, while making objects that range in size from sweaters 2 1/2 inches high made with silk thread to pieces the size of small houses. As with all contemporary art, the meaning of these knitted pieces is sometimes obscure, but they are all fascinating.
Knit Along The Sweater Workshop way.
Knit along with other guild members over the next few months and you will make a sweater for yourself that fits! We will use The Sweater Workshop by Jackie Fee. Jackie’s book is a user friendly guide that is a miracle of clarity, thoroughness and reassuring advice. At this meeting you will learn the key number method, get advice on your specific project and be ready to go home and start construction.
December 20, 2007
Annual Holiday Party
Gift exchange, Cookie Swap, Holiday Decoration Competition
January 17, 2008
In-house Color workshop: learn Intarsia and stranding.
February 21, 2008
Bring & Brag: Is knitting your only craft? If not, this is the meeting to bring in samples of your other pursuits for a special show and tell called Bring and Brag. Bring your needlepoint, painting, counted cross stitch, dolls, sewing, quilting, etc. to show us.
March 20, 2008
Annual Yarn Auction
Silent and bidding. Add to your yarn closet at bargain prices.
Yarns, books, tools, etc. change ownership.
April 17, 2008
House Warming Party: home goods competition judged by ASID Interior Designers Janet Gaffey and Kay McKallagat.
Knit Along wrap up with finishing techniques.
May 15, 2008
Annual Meeting and Luncheon: Lily Chin guest speaker.
Lily Chin has designed knitwear for magazines and yarn companies for nearly 25 years, and she has worked with designers Ralph Lauren, Vera Wang, Diane von Furstenberg, and Isaac Mizrahi. Her work has been on the backs of celebrities and super models, from Racquel Welch and Vanna White to Cindy Crawford and Naomi Campbell. She is the author of Knit and Crochet with Beads, The Urban Knitter, and Mosaic Magic, and she has written the “On Designing” column for Knitter’s Magazine and the annual “Focus on Fibers” report for Knit ‘n Style.
Lily says, "Have you ever wondered where ideas come from? Where do designers draw their inspiration from? How do they interpret their ideas into reality? What problems arise? What challenges are posed? What details do they specifically look for? What special tools are involved? See the many examples of source and result in this show-and-tell lecture." |
