One of the oddest appearing artifacts at The Shaker Historical Society sits in the middle of the Collections Room. Multiple visitors inquire about the object, however, the only information I had known, or rather inferred, was that it was somehow used by the Shaker women for spinning. I was determined to find Read more »
Sunday, October 9 & 30, November 6 & 20, December 4 & 18, 2011 from 2:00 – 5:00 pm
Come watch gifted spinners and weavers from Northeast Ohio as they demonstrate their talents during our Sunday Spinners series on an assortment of Sundays throughout the duration of the exhibit.
After just two Sundays filled with talented spinners from the Sunday Spinners Series, here are some highlights of our amazing demonstrations! Want to see the real thing? Visit the SHS from 2-5 pm on the following Sundays to experience the Sunday Spinners in person: November 6, November 20, December 4, Read more »
…a fabulous gathering of textile artists and art enthusiasts over wine and cheese to celebrate the opening of Dream Weavers: The Art of the Loom!
Sunday, November 13, 2011 from 2:00 – 5:00 pm
Make a whimsical felted wool flower that leaps from your creative mind or is natural enough to be found in your garden! Use the “wet felting” technique of combining wool fiber, moisture, and agitation, and learn to make a piece of felted fabric.
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Friday, October 14, 2011 from 5:30 – 7:30 pm
Meet the Dream Weavers artists and celebrate their wares over wine and cheese.
Cost: TBA
Call 216.921.1201 to reserve your spot!
Sunday, October 9, 2011 from 2:00 – 5:00 pm
Come meet the delightful alpacas that serve as the inspiration for Little Farm in the Woods, an alpaca and fiber arts company, founded by Bill and Carol Thombs! The whole family will love running their fingers through the exceptionally soft, downy fleece of these great Read more »
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