Qualicum Weavers and Spinners Guild: QWSG Library Book List

The list of books is current as of November 2019. Books are listed by category then alphabetically by author. The guild also has magazine publications including almost complete collections of Spin-Off , Handwoven and Weavers.
Members may borrow up to 5 publications at a time for a period of one month.

About Us

The Qualicum Weavers and Spinners Guild has been part of the Oceanside artisan community since 1991. The guild evolved from a small group of students of noted local weaver Elaine Duncan to over 70 members. The group promotes the fibre arts through information sharing, demonstrations and workshops. The group meets the fourth Monday of the month at Qualicum Commons in Qualicum Beach to exchange ideas and learn. Much of the learning occurs in the form of show and tell with individual artisans sharing their experiences. Study groups, workshops and mentoring all support the guild's goal of fostering personal growth in the fibre arts. The guild is a member of the Oceanside Arts Council, The Association of North West Weaving Guilds and the Guild of Canadian Weavers.

Guests are welcome to attend our monthly meetings. For the schedule see Guild Events.

If you are interested in joining the guild please contact us by email .

CONTACT us at

qualicumweaversspinnersguild@gmail.com

ELEGANT THREADS

Elegant Threads is the annual show and sale of the Qualicum Weavers and Spinners. It features wearable art, unique accessories, heirloom linens, and one of a kind items. Everything is hand crafted by members of the guild.

Thank you so much for making our show and sale a great success. We enjoyed sharing our craft with you and hope you enjoyed your visit with us. If you took home a treasure we hope it brings you as much pleasure as we had in making it.

Look for us at the same location next November 15th & 16th

group effort tapestry

Some of our members sell directly to the public so if you are looking for unique knitting yarns, fashions or accessories check out our Market Place Page (see above under Pages for link)

QWSG Workshops

intro to using natural dyes

Details about our upcoming workshops are now listed on our web site.

https://qwsg.ca/workshops/

On the web site, you will be able to see the workshop schedule and if you find something you would like to attend you can register and pay for the class on-line to secure your place.

The schedule for April includes

Pine Needle Baskets

Reed Baskets

Felted Garden Picture

Introduction to Using Natural Dyes (we have a couple of spots left in this workshop on April 27th)

Coming in May: Beginner Weaving, 3 days of basic weaving instruction (note the space in this workshop is limited and fills up quickly)

Unless stated otherwise, all in-person workshops take place in the guild studio at 744 Primrose Street in Qualicum Beach

QWSG REFUND POLICY

If a participant withdraws from the workshop more than 10 days before the date of the workshop they are granted a refund, less a $10 administration fee and their materials fee if applicable. If a participant withdraws from the workshop less than 10 days before the start of the workshop, there is no refund.

If the QWSG cancels a workshop, all particpants get a full refund. If QWSG reschedules a workshop, each registered participant is offered a spot in the rescheduled workshop. If they choose not to attend on the new date they get a full refund.

Guild Events

General Meetings

We meet on the last Monday of the month from January to June and from September to December. Business meetings alternate with a themed meet up.

The next general business meeting will be on Monday March 25 starting at 10:00 am. Bring a mug for coffee and something for show and tell. Guests are always welcome at our general meetings.

The following are some of our regular group events

2nd Wednesday of the month 10 am to 1 pm, Fun with Four Weavers. Contact J. Worboys

4th Thursday of the month 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm, Exploring More Study Group. The group currently meets via Zoom. Contact P Collins

1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm, Knitting Group. Contact Jane Maduke

Spinning Group, contact L. Raven for more information

Other events

Check the calendar on our web site for more events. https://qwsg.ca/

Current Covid safety procedures apply to any activities within the studio. Information will be circulated to members by the secretary. If you are a non-member and are interested in attending a meeting contact us via our email

QWSG Library Book List

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