Who We Are

The Columbia Weavers and Spinners’ Guild is organized to support education in the skills of weaving, spinning and other fiber arts and to promote the appreciation of these arts and crafts in central Missouri.

The guild was founded in 1947 as the Columbia Weavers Guild and specialized in weaving alone. Since our founding we have grown to encompass other fiber arts such as spinning, dyeing, felting, papermaking, knitting, basketweaving, quilting and surface designing, etc. Now called the Columbia Weavers and Spinners’ Guild, we welcome weavers, spinners and fiber enthusiasts of all ages and experience levels. Members include beginners, hobbyists, professionals, and teachers.

The Columbia Weavers and Spinners’ Guild actively promotes fiber arts in Mid Missouri. Each monthly meeting includes an educational program on fiber for Guild members and their guests. The guild hosts at least one nationally known teacher each year for a workshop and lecture. Members have the opportunity to demonstrate their crafts at local festivals and in schools. Guild members may also participate in one or more of several study groups.

Mentors and Masters

Join us for the 24-25 Guild year of exploring Mentors and Masters from our past and present. We ask you to participate in making a project inspired by your mentor. This could be family, friend, teacher or guild member. We will have time set aside each meeting to look into the past of the guild. Our Guild Challenge projects will be shared at an extended Show and Tell at the May Build meeting.

Guild Member Patti Doyle

Membership

The Columbia Weavers and Spinners’ Guild is open to all, no matter your level of skill.

The membership year runs from July 1 through June 30. Dues for new members can be paid to the guild treasurer anytime during the year, turned in at a guild meeting or mailed to CSWG, P.O. Box 124, Columbia, MO 65205. Dues are:

$35 – individual
$50 – patron
$60 – household
$10 – limited income
Membership is free to anyone age 80 and older, but registration is required.

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