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Victoria Handweavers & Spinners Guild
Victoria Handweavers & Spinners Guild

Victoria Handweavers & Spinners Guild

Weaving and spinning in Victoria, BC, Canada since 1934.

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Author: Wendy Seward

Christmas Party – 26 Nov, 7 – 9 p.m.

We will have a Christmas celebration at our November Drop-In meeting. Please bring potluck finger food snacks (savoury or sweet). Bring your own placemats, plates, cutlery and mug. We will provide tea and coffee. There will be a few activities

Wendy Seward October 4, 2024January 5, 2025 Meeting Notice Read more

November Guild Meeting – 19 Nov 2024, 7 p.m. (doors open at 6:30)

Carly Stephanowich, of Lorelei Textile Design, will speak about eco-printing on repurposed cotton using locally foraged plants.

Wendy Seward October 4, 2024November 20, 2024 Meeting Notice Read more

2024 October Guild Meeting – 15 Oct, 7 p.m. (doors open at 6:30)

Sarah Thornton will speak about the Vancouver Island Fibreshed.

Wendy Seward September 24, 2024November 6, 2024 General News Read more

Fibrations 2024 – 18 August, 10 am – 4 pm

Fibrations 2024 happens on Sunday, 18 Aug. An annual one-of-a-kind public free event and a community celebration of fibre artists for enthusiasts, makers, crafters, the general public and everyone in between! Please volunteer to help out with the Guild tent

Wendy Seward July 19, 2024August 20, 2024 Activity Read more

Spin-Out 2024 – Sunday, 21 July

Save the date (Sunday, 21 July) for this year’s Spin-Out. It’s planned for Esquimalt-Gorge Park – same location as the past 2 years. For more information, check the Spin-In/Out page under Activities: https://vhwsg.ca/activities/spin-in/

Wendy Seward June 7, 2024July 30, 2024 Activity, calendar Read more

June Guild Meeting and AGM – 18 Jun 2024

After the regular meeting (usually short), we will hold the Guild’s Annual General Meeting for review of the past year and election of officers for the upcoming year. The evening will also have Show and Tell and a stash-busting sale.

Wendy Seward June 7, 2024June 27, 2024 Activity, calendar, Meeting Notice Read more
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Monthly Guild Meeting

Our meeting night is the 3rd TUESDAY of each month except July, August and December. We meet in person at St Luke’s Church Hall, 3821 Cedar Hill Cross Rd and virtually on Zoom. Guests are welcome. Go to Meetings for more information.

Please watch our website and Facebook presence for updates.

Visit the Guild on Facebook and Join our Private Group to ask/answer questions, arrange rides and share information.

Upcoming Events

  • July 29, 2025, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm – In-person Drop-In Evening
  • August 17, 2025, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm – Fibrations 2025
  • August 26, 2025, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm – In-person Drop-In Evening
  • August 30, 2025 – September 1, 2025, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm – Saanich Fair 2025
  • September 16, 2025, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm – Guild Meeting (Sep - Dec 2025)

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Recent Posts

  • Saanich Fair – Aug 30, 31, Sep 1 2025
  • Virtual Drop-in cancelled for July, August, September
  • Texere 2025 – 3 – 9 Oct 2025
  • Fibrations 2025 – 17 August
  • Spin-Out 2025 – Saturday, 12 July 2025
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