VENUES 2024
Having decided on my festivals for this year, I am excited about meeting up with my friends, fellow artisans, and patrons at these events! I am musing about what to weave. Next, I have to decide what stock to bring to each show. I agonize over what to pack, especially for a one day small show because I am just not a minimalist. But if you are interested in looking at any of the items that are in my virtual shop, www.handweaving.ca/shop please send me a note handweaving@gmail.com and I will be sure to bring that piece along.
First venue of the year is For the Love of Fibre, May 4th, 10 to 4. located in The Drummond Building in Spencerville, ON This is the third year for this festival. This is a curated show, the exhibitors are by invitation and the quality is very high. For more information Google For the Love of Fibre
I am happy to be returning to the Lansdowne Textiles Festival on June 1rst. It is held in the Lansdowne Community Building. #1 Jessie St., Lansdowne, ON, 10-4. A very lovely show, reflecting the lovely people who coordinate it. Beautiful location near Charleston Lake Provincial Park
New this year is Stash-It! A Fibre and Textile Event, Saturday Aug. 24th from 10-4, in the WB George Building, 48 Shearer St., Kemptville, ON, K0G 1J0. More information at info@stash-itfibre.ca Very excited to be in the first year of this well curated show.
Back this year is Fibrefest in Almonte. I will be a vendor in the Almonte Community Centre, 182 Bridge St., Sept. 9th and 10th. Hours Sat 10-5, Sunday 10-4. A large show showcasing a great variety of the textile arts. Google Fibrefest Almonte for more information.
And also, back this year, The Ottawa Valley Weavers’ and Spinners’ Guild Sale and Exhibition at the Glebe Community Centre 175 Third Ave., Ottawa. Hours Sat. 10 to 5 and Sunday 10-4. Dates are Nov. 2nd and 3rd. Weaving, basketry, spinning and felting and also supplies for these crafts are spotlighted More info at www.ovwsg.com/sale/