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SUMMARY:Presentations by Tapestry Study Group  & Spinning Study Group
DESCRIPTION:Monthly meetings on 3rd Wednesday.   There is a business meeting plus educational program each month. \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://zoom.us/j/91266640116?pwd=K2g0b1hhaU5mNTBkVDIwRTQ4ckdldz09 \nMeeting ID: 912 6664 0116\nPasscode: 974225
URL:https://coswg.org/event/guild-meeting-2024-10-16/
LOCATION:HIghland Baptist Church Room 129 / Hybrid\, 3100 SW Highland Ave\, Redmond\, OR\, 97756\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Member
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241012T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241012T160000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040852
CREATED:20241006T161442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241006T161546Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Farm Day
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://coswg.org/event/fall-farm-day/
LOCATION:Frank Family Ranch\, Bend\, 97703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outside Events,Public
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240918T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240918T113000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040852
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SUMMARY:Kiki Dembrow - Presentation:  My Weaving Journey
DESCRIPTION:  \nKiki’s tapestry journey began in 2005 and included the exploration of different weaving traditions: From traditional French practices in Aubusson\, France  to the Navajo use of raised outline.  An eclectic group of tapestry artists has been a source of inspiration and problem solving: From Silvia Heyden to Sarah Swett. This slide presentation of her personal journey is in many ways a broad overview of tapestry past and present.  \nBio \nSince 2005\, Kiki Dembrow’s passion has been tapestry. Weaving has become the means by which she explores how to translate the interplay of ideas\, images\, and colors that resonate for her into the language of tapestry. Kiki’s practice includes an on-going study of different techniques from different weaving traditions. Since 2006 her tapestries have been regularly exhibited in American Tapestry Alliance’s small unjuried format at Convergence. Her tapestry Landscape was awarded Jurors Choice by the American Tapestry Alliance and Second Place by the Rocky Mountain Weavers Guild at the Northern Colorado Weavers Guild Fiber Celebration in 2018. She is a founding member of Willamette Tapestry Artists (WTA) and currently the president of the Damascus Fiber Arts School Board. \n  \n  \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://zoom.us/j/91266640116?pwd=K2g0b1hhaU5mNTBkVDIwRTQ4ckdldz09 \nMeeting ID: 912 6664 0116\nPasscode: 974225
URL:https://coswg.org/event/guild-meeting-2024-09-18/
LOCATION:HIghland Baptist Church Room 129 / Hybrid\, 3100 SW Highland Ave\, Redmond\, OR\, 97756\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Member
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240918
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240921
DTSTAMP:20260520T040852
CREATED:20231127T222644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T142542Z
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SUMMARY:Weaving Tapestry: Beyond Basics - Kiki Dembrow instructor
DESCRIPTION:Registration details:\nWorkshop Dates and Times:\nWednesday\, September 18     1-4 p.m.\nThursday\, September 19         9 a.m. to 12 p.m. & 1-4 p.m.\nFriday\, September 20               9 a.m. to 12 p.m. & 1-4 p.m.\n(Clean-up 4 – 4:30 p.m.)\nOptional lunch available at the Senior Center for $5 cash purchase each day Wednesday\, Thursday\, and Friday.  Registration in advance is required.\n\n\nOn-line registration only\nCOSWG member registration opens on Monday\, July 1 @ noon and closes July 21 @ 11:30 p.m. for $125 (indicate whether you want to purchase lunch) \nLate and non-guild member registration opens on Monday\, July 22 for $155 (indicate whether you want to purchase lunch) \nThere must be at least 12 registered to go forward and space is limited to 12. \nAdditional materials fee:  $5 to be paid directly to the instructor in cash.\n\n\nEquipment & Supplies\nParticipants are expected to bring a loom that is already warped at 8 epi\, 8 inches wide with the possibility of weaving at least 8-10 inches high as well as the weaving tools they usually use including a tapestry needle\, some wool weft\, a pencil\, eraser\, scissors\, and a ruler. The instructor will provide a handout\, different kinds of wool weft to sample\, and materials for creating a cartoon. Two weeks before the workshop begins the instructor will email the participants. \nWorkshop Description\nSuccessful tapestries are well-planned. There is a lot to consider before beginning to weave. In this workshop we will look at how to evaluate a design in terms of its weaveability. What is meant by a weaveable design? Next\, how can this design be interpreted in “weaverly” ways? Which tapestry techniques would best serve this design? Finally\, we’ll look at using a cartoon. Most weavers use some form of cartoon to guide their weaving. \nTo move beyond basics\, participants will focus on adding to their toolbox of weaving techniques by weaving a sampler. We’ll explore different techniques for creating lines – vertical and horizontal\, for weaving smooth curves\, and for achieving gradations. The workshop will include a quick review of basic important practices\, including how to avoid ridges and pulling in\, as well as varied options for securing the weft. Tips for fixing shed problems will be shared. Once their samplers are completed\, participants will apply what they’ve learned to a cartoon they have prepared\, or one provided by the instructor. They should expect to finish their project at home. \nBio\nSince 2005\, Kiki Dembrow’s passion has been tapestry. Weaving has become the means by which she explores how to translate the interplay of ideas\, images\, and colors that resonate for her into the language of tapestry. Kiki’s practice includes an on-going study of different techniques from different weaving traditions. Since 2006 her tapestries have been regularly exhibited in American Tapestry Alliance’s small unjuried format at Convergence. Her tapestry Landscape was awarded Jurors Choice by the American Tapestry Alliance and Second Place by the Rocky Mountain Weavers Guild at the Northern Colorado Weavers Guild Fiber Celebration in 2018. She is a founding member of Willamette Tapestry Artists (WTA) and currently the president of the Damascus Fiber Arts School Board.
URL:https://coswg.org/event/kiki-dembrow-tapestry-workshop/
LOCATION:Redmond Senior Center\, 325 NW Dogwood\, Redmond\, OR\, 97756\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tapestry,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="COSWG":MAILTO:centraloregonspinnersweavers@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240821T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240821T113000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040852
CREATED:20230926T175451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T201649Z
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SUMMARY:Egyptian Textiles Tour by Linda Gettman      
DESCRIPTION:Monthly meetings on 3rd Wednesday.   There is a business meeting plus educational program each month. \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://zoom.us/j/91266640116?pwd=K2g0b1hhaU5mNTBkVDIwRTQ4ckdldz09 \nMeeting ID: 912 6664 0116\nPasscode: 974225
URL:https://coswg.org/event/guild-meeting-2024-08-21/
LOCATION:HIghland Baptist Church Room 129 / Hybrid\, 3100 SW Highland Ave\, Redmond\, OR\, 97756\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Member
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240719T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240719T120000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040852
CREATED:20240522T205102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T205102Z
UID:10001011-1721383200-1721390400@coswg.org
SUMMARY:Study Group: Weave Structures
DESCRIPTION:The group is studying Crackle Weaves.
URL:https://coswg.org/event/study-group-weave-structures/
LOCATION:Deschutes Public Library East Side Conference Room\, 62080 Dean Swift Rd\, Bend\, OR\, 97701
CATEGORIES:Interest Group,Weave Structures
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ORGANIZER;CN="COSWG":MAILTO:centraloregonspinnersweavers@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240717T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240717T113000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040852
CREATED:20230926T175451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T201822Z
UID:10000847-1721208600-1721215800@coswg.org
SUMMARY:Guild Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly meetings on 3rd Wednesday.   There is a business meeting plus educational program each month. \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://zoom.us/j/91266640116?pwd=K2g0b1hhaU5mNTBkVDIwRTQ4ckdldz09 \nMeeting ID: 912 6664 0116\nPasscode: 974225
URL:https://coswg.org/event/guild-meeting-2024-07-17/2024-07-17/
LOCATION:HIghland Baptist Church Room 129 / Hybrid\, 3100 SW Highland Ave\, Redmond\, OR\, 97756\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Member
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240619T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240619T113000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040852
CREATED:20230926T175451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231127T221454Z
UID:10000846-1718789400-1718796600@coswg.org
SUMMARY:Progressive Studio Tour combined with the Annual Picnic and Weft-over Sale
DESCRIPTION:Monthly meetings on 3rd Wednesday.   There is a business meeting plus educational program each month.
URL:https://coswg.org/event/guild-meeting-2024-06-19/
LOCATION:TBA
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Member
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240515T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240515T113000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040852
CREATED:20230926T175451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240229T173102Z
UID:10000845-1715765400-1715772600@coswg.org
SUMMARY:Rigid Heddle Group presentation - Patterns: Possibilities in Weave Structure
DESCRIPTION:Monthly meetings on 3rd Wednesday.   There is a business meeting plus educational program each month. \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://zoom.us/j/91266640116?pwd=K2g0b1hhaU5mNTBkVDIwRTQ4ckdldz09 \nMeeting ID: 912 6664 0116\nPasscode: 974225
URL:https://coswg.org/event/guild-meeting-2024-05-15/
LOCATION:HIghland Baptist Church Room 129 / Hybrid\, 3100 SW Highland Ave\, Redmond\, OR\, 97756\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Member
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240513
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240515
DTSTAMP:20260520T040852
CREATED:20240204T232058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240415T051325Z
UID:10001009-1715558400-1715731199@coswg.org
SUMMARY:John Mullarkey - 2-day Tablet Weaving Workshop / Registration Open Now
DESCRIPTION:When: \nMonday\, May 13    9:30-4:30 (Potluck dinner 4:45 -6:00 – details provided to registrants)\nTuesday\, May 14    9:30-4:30 \nLunch will be from 12:30 to 1:30 on both days.  Bring your own lunch or plan to purchase at a nearby take-out. \nWhere: Wiestoria Depot\, Bend\, OR \nREGISTER\nNote: If the class is sold out\, send an email to registration@coswg.org to be added first come\, first served to the wait list. \nRegistration Details \nLimit: 18 people \nMember Registration: Opens 1 AM March 1\, 2024 – April 14\, 2024 \n\nOnline registration only\nA waiting list will be established on a first-come\, first-served basis when the 18 places are filled.\n\nMember Fee:  $115 \n\nScholarship assistance:  available to guild members. See coswg.org under the Resources/Scholarship tab for application instructions.\n\nLate/Non-member registration: If there are any remaining spaces\, anyone may register online on April 15\, 2024 \nLate/Non-member Fee: $145 \nMaterials Fee: $2 each paid directly to instructor \nDeck of 20 weaving cards available to those who need them: $5 each paid directly to instructor \nAll registration closes April 30\, 2024. \n  \nDescription \nMay 13 – Tablet Weaving: Threaded-in designs \nEver been curious about weaving? Why not start with weaving bands with cards? Using simple tools\, we’ll start weaving a band that can be used as a lanyard\, lace\, or bracelet. We will begin with a discussion on how to read and design tablet weaving drafts. Then we will proceed to setting up the cards\, weaving the band\, and end with a discussion of finishing techniques. Along the way\, we will focus on avoiding common pitfalls and sharing tips and tricks for weaving perfect bands. For those interested in learning how to tablet weave. \nMay 14 – Tablet Weaving: Double-card double-turn diagonals \nAlso called “Egyptian” Diagonals\, this workshop will focus on weaving diagonal patterns with tablets.  We will use the circular warp setup\, and learn how to use two packs to create interesting diagonal designs.  Patterns will be provided\, but individual exploration will be encouraged.  No previous tablet weaving experience required. \nJohn Mullarkey Bio: \nJohn is passionate about teaching tablet weaving and exploring new ways to make the art form more contemporary. Tablet weaving is a primitive technique that creates simple weave structures\, but offers great variation in patterning. John loves to push tablet weaving beyond its customary limits to create original and surprising interpretations of traditional structures and designs. He is a nationally recognized teacher\, valued for the patience\, clarity and organization he brings to his classes. After beginning to teach in 2009\, John left a software development career to focus on weaving and teaching full time. \nJohn has won many awards\, is a frequent contributor to national fiber arts publications\, and has authored books (“A Tablet Weaver’s Pattern Book\,” “Tablet Weaving: Egyptian Diagonals\,” et al.) and videos (“Tablet Weaving Made Easy\,” “Double-Faced Tablet Weaving”) about the craft. His work appears in international shows and has been displayed at museums. The popular Schacht Zoom Loom is based on John’s design. \n 
URL:https://coswg.org/event/john-mullarkey-2-day-tablet-weaving-workshop/
LOCATION:The Depot\, 805 NE Wiest Way\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="COSWG":MAILTO:centraloregonspinnersweavers@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240427T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240427T160000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040852
CREATED:20240301T165048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240301T165048Z
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SUMMARY:26th Annual Fiber Market Day
DESCRIPTION:Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center in the Coastal Pavilion (same building\, formerly High Desert Activity Center)  Redmond\, OR\n(Potential vendors please see under Vendor Info tab)\nhttp:// Highdesertwoolgrowers.com. \nSponsored by the High Desert Wool Growers . Our 26th annual event\, sharing the love of natural fibers and all of their artistic and practical uses! Demonstrations and sales from fiber animal producers\, spinners\, weavers\, felters\, rug makers\, etc. Raffles\, shearing demonstrations\, Jill Pot (a spinner’s choice of best fiber on/with the animal judged contest)\, and more. Family friendly event!
URL:https://coswg.org/event/26th-annual-fiber-market-day/
LOCATION:Deschutes County Fairgrounds – High Desert Activity Center\, 3800 SE Airport Way 97756\, Redmond\, OR\, 97756\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outside Events,Public
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240417T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240417T113000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040852
CREATED:20230926T175451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T202523Z
UID:10000844-1713346200-1713353400@coswg.org
SUMMARY:Mary Anna Swinnerton - Preparing Fair Entries from a Judge’s Perspective  /  Scholarship presenter: Perry Drevo “Crimp Cloth”
DESCRIPTION:Monthly meetings on 3rd Wednesday.   There is a business meeting plus educational program each month. \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://zoom.us/j/91266640116?pwd=K2g0b1hhaU5mNTBkVDIwRTQ4ckdldz09 \nMeeting ID: 912 6664 0116\nPasscode: 974225
URL:https://coswg.org/event/guild-meeting-2024-04-17/
LOCATION:HIghland Baptist Church Room 129 / Hybrid\, 3100 SW Highland Ave\, Redmond\, OR\, 97756\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Member
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240320T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240320T113000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040852
CREATED:20230926T175451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T203304Z
UID:10000965-1710927000-1710934200@coswg.org
SUMMARY:Scholarship Presenters: Donna Wilson & Diana Purkey “Mushroom Dyes”  / Raylene Keating "FEAST Yarns"
DESCRIPTION:Monthly meetings on 3rd Wednesday.   There is a business meeting plus educational program each month. \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://zoom.us/j/91266640116?pwd=K2g0b1hhaU5mNTBkVDIwRTQ4ckdldz09 \nMeeting ID: 912 6664 0116\nPasscode: 974225
URL:https://coswg.org/event/guild-meeting-2024-03-20/
LOCATION:HIghland Baptist Church Room 129 / Hybrid\, 3100 SW Highland Ave\, Redmond\, OR\, 97756\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Member
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240221T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240221T113000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040852
CREATED:20230926T175451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T202701Z
UID:10000964-1708507800-1708515000@coswg.org
SUMMARY:Laverne Waddington - The Backstrap Loom and Weaving in South America        /          Scholarship presenter -  Teresa Shaffer "Dyeing Yarns”
DESCRIPTION:Bio: \nLaverne Waddington has been learning to weave on various kinds of simple looms with indigenous teachers in South America since 1996. In her home in Santa Cruz\, Bolivia\, she combines elements of ethnic design and her own original patterns to create unique pieces on a backstrap loom using the various techniques and structures she has studied in South and Central America as well as with backstrap weavers from Vietnam and Myanmar.\nSince 2010\, she has published eight instructional manuals on the various woven structures and finishing techniques that she has studied and produced a DVD on Operating a Backstrap Loom. \nHer articles on backstrap weaving and indigenous textiles have appeared in Handwoven magazine\, Shuttle\, Spindle & Dyepot\, Piecework\, Tiny Studio Creative Life and Spin Off as well as in the published proceedings of the 2012 and 2016 Braid Society conferences. \nShe has shared her skills and experiences with many visitors to Bolivia over the years and now reaches a global audience with her weaving tutorials and travel tales on her blog. She provides online advice and support to weavers through forums such as Ravelry and Facebook groups and teaches and speaks at guilds and textile conferences around the world. \nPresentation:  The Backstrap Loom and Weaving in South America \nFrom her home in Santa Cruz\, Bolivia\, Australian Laverne Waddington has been traveling since 1996 to meet and study with indigenous weavers from the tropical lowlands of Bolivia to the highlands of Chile\, Peru\, Ecuador and Bolivia\, and from the central valleys of Chile to the coastal regions of Ecuador. \nFascinated by the variety of simple tools and looms that these weavers use to create astonishingly intricately patterned cloth\, she has taken on the humble backstrap loom as her main weaving tool. \nIn this talk Laverne shares her experiences learning to weave in South America\, describes the various kinds of looms she has encountered – especially the backstrap loom – as well as how she has used the acquired skills and know-how in her own work. \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://zoom.us/j/91266640116?pwd=K2g0b1hhaU5mNTBkVDIwRTQ4ckdldz09 \nMeeting ID: 912 6664 0116\nPasscode: 974225
URL:https://coswg.org/event/guild-meeting-2024-02-21/
LOCATION:Zoom only
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Member
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240214T120000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040852
CREATED:20240109T191621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240114T024453Z
UID:10001006-1707904800-1707912000@coswg.org
SUMMARY:Spinning Study Group
DESCRIPTION:Explorations include learning about our heritage breeds\, exotic fibers\,  Bast fibers (cotton\, hemp\, linen\, etc.) dyeing fiber\, processing techniques\, and incorporating spun yarn into knits\, woven fabric and felted creations. \n2024 Spinning study will focus on exotic fibers.   Meetings will be in various locations\, Check your newsletter
URL:https://coswg.org/event/spinning-study-group-2024-02-14/
LOCATION:Deschutes Public Library East Side Conference Room\, 62080 Dean Swift Rd\, Bend\, OR\, 97701
CATEGORIES:Interest Group,Spinning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240117T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240117T113000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040852
CREATED:20230926T175451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T141138Z
UID:10000963-1705483800-1705491000@coswg.org
SUMMARY:Color Horoscope Weaving by Bonnie Tarses
DESCRIPTION:  \nBio: \nBonnie Tarses—a graduate of Rhode Island School of Design in Textile Design and Art Education\, has been weaving since 1960. Inspired by ethnic textiles\, color symbolism\, and the non-verbal language of color woven as joyous prayer\, Bonnie specializes in functional one-of-a-kind art cloth and private commissions. \nShe operated her studio in Seattle from 1980 to 2010 where she perfected her original techniques: Color Horoscope Weaving and Woven Words and developed a new slant to the ancient technique of Ikat which she calls “Turned Weft Ikat”. During her 30 years in Seattle\, she became active in the Seattle Weavers Guild serving as president in 1993. \nIn 2010\, Bonnie moved to Montana to continue her weaving journey. She served as president of the Seattle Weavers Guild in 2013 and was named a Living Treasure by the Montana Association of Weavers and Spinners in 2016. \nIn addition to sharing her love of weaving by presenting innovative workshops and lectures throughout the U.S. and Canada (now mostly through zoom)\, Bonnie’s work appears in homes and on bodies all over the world. Her current passion\, though\, is developing collaborative origami projects for the betterment of the greater community. \nTo find out more and see images of her work\, check out her website bonnietarses.com and Bonnie Tarses on Facebook and Instagram plus an archival blog\, Weaving Spirit on blogspot. \n  \nColor Horoscope Weaving \nThis program is an overview of my journey from color gamps to Color Horoscope Weaving \nA span of 45 years \nAlthough I have been weaving for 63 years\, the first couple decades were all about exploration: of patterns and structures\, of textures and colors. At last I discovered the interplay of color was my true passion. Over decades of teaching color focused workshops\, I have noticed that a vast majority of weavers are challenged by color. My sincerest hope is that through my words and images your relationship to color will be transformed. \nJoin me on an amazing color journey!  With over 100 delicious images\, I will dazzle your senses and open a door to color possibilities beyond the capabilities of the human eye. The arcane language of astrology is translated into the non-verbal language of color that everyone relates to in a completely unique manner. I superimpose a color wheel over a horoscope (which is merely a map of the sky at a selected time and place. It can be a wedding day\, graduation or this very moment.  I use 12 colors which combine to create over 5 billion color possibilities. Most color gamps produce around 144. How I do this is a complicated process which I continue to refine.  When I first began teaching\, I taught students how to convert their horoscope into a winding draft\, but I quickly discovered that students wanted to leave a workshop with a finished piece.  The only way to achieve completion was the have the students receive their winding draft at month prior to the workshop. In that time they gather the yarn of their choice in the basic color code provided\, wind their warp. And dress their loom and arrive at the workshop ready to weave. \nIn lieu of a workshop\, I offer instruction packets that can be purchased for $50. They include: a horoscope\, a winding draft\, 5 pages of instruction\, 5 pages of support materials and email support for a year. \nPerhaps you will be inspired to create your own
URL:https://coswg.org/event/guild-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom only
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Member
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231128T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231128T150000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040852
CREATED:20211101T165454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230926T182632Z
UID:10000892-1701176400-1701183600@coswg.org
SUMMARY:Study Group: Rigid Heddle
DESCRIPTION:Topic: TBD\nFacilitator: TBD\nShow and Share: Remember to send your pictures to Barbara Kracher (b_kracher@hotmail.com) a week before our meeting AND also bring your items if you plan to come in person.\nMeeting place: TBD. \nContact Randee Frommer (randeefrommer@gmail.com) if you would like to be added to the Rigid Heddle Study Group email list.
URL:https://coswg.org/event/study-group-rigid-heddle-2023-11-28/
LOCATION:Mary Anna Swinnerton Home
CATEGORIES:Interest Group,Rigid Heddle
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://coswg.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/banner-study-rigidheddle.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231115T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231115T113000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040852
CREATED:20211220T012049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230107T201359Z
UID:10000931-1700040600-1700047800@coswg.org
SUMMARY:Guild Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Challenge 2023
URL:https://coswg.org/event/guild-meeting-2022-02-16-2022-08-17-2-2023-02-15-2023-11-15/
LOCATION:HIghland Baptist Church Room 129 / Hybrid\, 3100 SW Highland Ave\, Redmond\, OR\, 97756\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Member
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://coswg.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/banner-guildmeeting.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231108T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231108T120000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040852
CREATED:20211220T021947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230926T182307Z
UID:10000951-1699437600-1699444800@coswg.org
SUMMARY:Study Group: Spinning
DESCRIPTION:2nd Wednesday monthly (except December)\n10:00 AM – noon \nStudy group location will be announced in the newsletter in the study group minutes. \nCentral Oregon Spinners study group meets once a month to explore the many facets of spinning wonderful yarn from the many incredible fibers available to spinners. Explorations include learning about our heritage breeds\, dyeing fiber\, processing techniques and incorporating spun yarn into knits\, woven fabric and felted creations. 2022 Spinning Study Focus: Exploring Other Fibers (Bast – hemp\, flax\, cotton; silk)\, in addition to the ongoing exploration of Heritage Fiber Breeds. The Spinning Study group meets the second Wednesday of the month\, 10 am to Noon. Information on the next meeting can be found in the COSW newsletter.
URL:https://coswg.org/event/spinning-study-group-2023-06-14-2023-09-13/2023-11-08/
LOCATION:See Newsletter for Details
CATEGORIES:Spinning
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://coswg.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/spinning-studygroup2-e1644344627591.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231104T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231104T170000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040852
CREATED:20231010T205333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231020T164307Z
UID:10000966-1699084800-1699117200@coswg.org
SUMMARY:Central Oregon Spinners & Weavers Guild: Holiday Show & Sale
DESCRIPTION:Handwoven for the Holidays\nShow & Sale\nHandcrafted work by local artists\nNov 3 – 3 PM to 7 PM\nNov 4 – 9 AM to 5 PM\nAt the Environmental Center\, 16 NW Kansas Ave\, Bend\, OR 97703\n 
URL:https://coswg.org/event/central-oregon-spinners-weavers-guild-show-sale-2/
LOCATION:Environmental Center\, 14 NW Kansas\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outside Events,Public
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ORGANIZER;CN="COSWG":MAILTO:centraloregonspinnersweavers@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231103T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231103T190000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040852
CREATED:20231010T205115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231020T164457Z
UID:10000867-1699023600-1699038000@coswg.org
SUMMARY:Central Oregon Spinners & Weavers Guild Show & Sale
DESCRIPTION:Handwoven for the Holidays\nShow & Sale\nHandcrafted work by local artists\nNov 3 – 3 PM to 7 PM\nNov 4 – 9 AM to 5 PM\nAt the Environmental Center\, 16 NW Kansas Ave\, Bend\, OR 97703
URL:https://coswg.org/event/central-oregon-spinners-weavers-guild-show-sale/
LOCATION:Environmental Center\, 14 NW Kansas\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outside Events,Public
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://coswg.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/show.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="COSWG":MAILTO:centraloregonspinnersweavers@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231024T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231024T150000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040852
CREATED:20211101T165454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230926T182839Z
UID:10000891-1698152400-1698159600@coswg.org
SUMMARY:Study Group: Rigid Heddle
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Doup Leno pgs. 195 – 200\nFacilitator: Marsha Phelps\nShow and Share: Remember to send your pictures to Barbara Kracher (b_kracher@hotmail.com) a week before our meeting AND also bring your items if you plan to come in person.\nWe will meet in person at Mary Anna’s as well as on Zoom (hybrid meeting). \nZoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/97186174519?pwd=MlBxOVpQZlBiaXYvOUtaMTRNMjRxQT09 \nMeeting ID: 971 8617 4519\nPasscode: 452181 \nContact Randee Frommer (randeefrommer@gmail.com) if you would like to be added to the Rigid Heddle Study Group email list.
URL:https://coswg.org/event/study-group-rigid-heddle-2023-10-24/
LOCATION:Mary Anna Swinnerton Home
CATEGORIES:Interest Group,Rigid Heddle
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://coswg.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/banner-study-rigidheddle.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231018T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231018T113000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040852
CREATED:20211220T012049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230107T201111Z
UID:10000929-1697621400-1697628600@coswg.org
SUMMARY:Guild Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Topic: 2023 Study – “Spinners Book of Yarn Design” by Sarah Anderson\nPresenter: Spinning Study Group
URL:https://coswg.org/event/guild-meeting-2022-02-16-2022-08-17-2-2023-02-15-2023-10-18/
LOCATION:HIghland Baptist Church Room 129 / Hybrid\, 3100 SW Highland Ave\, Redmond\, OR\, 97756\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Member
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://coswg.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/banner-guildmeeting.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231011T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231011T120000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040852
CREATED:20211220T021947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230926T182307Z
UID:10000950-1697018400-1697025600@coswg.org
SUMMARY:Study Group: Spinning
DESCRIPTION:2nd Wednesday monthly (except December)\n10:00 AM – noon \nStudy group location will be announced in the newsletter in the study group minutes. \nCentral Oregon Spinners study group meets once a month to explore the many facets of spinning wonderful yarn from the many incredible fibers available to spinners. Explorations include learning about our heritage breeds\, dyeing fiber\, processing techniques and incorporating spun yarn into knits\, woven fabric and felted creations. 2022 Spinning Study Focus: Exploring Other Fibers (Bast – hemp\, flax\, cotton; silk)\, in addition to the ongoing exploration of Heritage Fiber Breeds. The Spinning Study group meets the second Wednesday of the month\, 10 am to Noon. Information on the next meeting can be found in the COSW newsletter.
URL:https://coswg.org/event/spinning-study-group-2023-06-14-2023-09-13/2023-10-11/
LOCATION:See Newsletter for Details
CATEGORIES:Spinning
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://coswg.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/spinning-studygroup2-e1644344627591.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230928
DTSTAMP:20260520T040852
CREATED:20230210T171748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230926T182935Z
UID:10000962-1695686400-1695859199@coswg.org
SUMMARY:Study Group: Rigid Heddle
DESCRIPTION:2- DAY WORKSHOP: Pickup Stick Patterns\nInstructor/Facilitator: Raylene Keating\nIn-house so Cost: $0 – bing your own lunch\, drinks\, and a snack treat to share.\nWe will meet in person at Mary Anna’s starting at 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM on Tuesday and Wednesday\, September 26-27th. Please RSVP (see Randee’s email below) if you plan to attend so we can set up the space. \nWHAT TO BRING: List will be provided here by September 8th. \nContact Randee Frommer (randeefrommer@gmail.com) if you would like to be added to the Rigid Heddle Study Group email list.
URL:https://coswg.org/event/study-group-rigid-heddle-3/
LOCATION:Mary Anna’s Garage\, 1026 NE Revere Ave.\, Bend\, OR\, United States
CATEGORIES:Interest Group,Rigid Heddle
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://coswg.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/banner-study-rigidheddle.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230920T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230920T113000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040852
CREATED:20211220T012049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230920T162926Z
UID:10000927-1695202200-1695209400@coswg.org
SUMMARY:Guild Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Giovanna Imperia\nTopic: Weaving with Unusual Materials\nIn this program\, we’ll find answers to questions we’ve had and didn’t know who to ask.  What is polyurethane?  Why would I want to use thermoplastic?  What is metal\, what is metallic?  Can I weave with either one on my loom?  And much\, much more.  We’ll learn about the idiosyncrasies of a wide variety of funky and futuristic yarns\, including handling\, warping\, weaving\, braiding\, etc.  The talk will cover selecting the right yarns for the look and feel that we may want and using their tricky ways effectively.   \nGiovanna also offers workshops with hands on\, using these unusual materials. \nTopic: Sept COSW Meeting\nTime: Sep 20\, 2023 09:30 AM Pacific Time (US and Canada) \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/89979314926?pwd=RlIyODJ6MG5YY2JyMEdjY2tiOGVyUT09 \nMeeting ID: 899 7931 4926\nPasscode: 088527
URL:https://coswg.org/event/guild-meeting-2022-02-16-2022-08-17-2-2023-02-15-2023-09-20/
LOCATION:HIghland Baptist Church Room 129 / Hybrid\, 3100 SW Highland Ave\, Redmond\, OR\, 97756\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Member
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://coswg.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Giovanna-headshot-min-300x300-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230913T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230913T120000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040852
CREATED:20211220T021947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230926T182307Z
UID:10000949-1694599200-1694606400@coswg.org
SUMMARY:Study Group: Spinning
DESCRIPTION:2nd Wednesday monthly (except December)\n10:00 AM – noon \nStudy group location will be announced in the newsletter in the study group minutes. \nCentral Oregon Spinners study group meets once a month to explore the many facets of spinning wonderful yarn from the many incredible fibers available to spinners. Explorations include learning about our heritage breeds\, dyeing fiber\, processing techniques and incorporating spun yarn into knits\, woven fabric and felted creations. 2022 Spinning Study Focus: Exploring Other Fibers (Bast – hemp\, flax\, cotton; silk)\, in addition to the ongoing exploration of Heritage Fiber Breeds. The Spinning Study group meets the second Wednesday of the month\, 10 am to Noon. Information on the next meeting can be found in the COSW newsletter.
URL:https://coswg.org/event/spinning-study-group-2023-06-14-2023-09-13/2023-09-13/
LOCATION:See Newsletter for Details
CATEGORIES:Spinning
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://coswg.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/spinning-studygroup2-e1644344627591.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230906T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231108T180000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040852
CREATED:20231020T152406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231020T153119Z
UID:10000982-1693987200-1699466400@coswg.org
SUMMARY:Weaving Guilds of Oregon (WeGO) - Filaments (traveling show)
DESCRIPTION:Image: Wild Colors Fabric for Coat by Lucy DeFranco. Photograph by Lucy DeFranco. \nFilaments is a juried traveling show sponsored by the Weaving Guilds of Oregon (WeGO). It includes 47 pieces from 24 different artists and will travel over 1200 miles to 6 locations in Oregon. \n\nExhibit Dates: September 6 – November 8.\nThe Gallery is open during Library hours.\nExhibits and opening receptions are free and open to the public\n\n\n 
URL:https://coswg.org/event/weaving-guilds-of-oregon-wego-filaments-traveling-show/
LOCATION:Central Oregon Community College – Barber Library\, Rotunda\, 2600 NW College Way\, Bend\, OR\, 97703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://coswg.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/coat-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230825
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230905
DTSTAMP:20260520T040852
CREATED:20230205T221037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230415T154851Z
UID:10000960-1692921600-1693871999@coswg.org
SUMMARY:Oregon State Fair
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://coswg.org/event/4399/
CATEGORIES:Outside Events,Public
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://coswg.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/State-Fair-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230822T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230822T150000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040852
CREATED:20230210T170826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230210T170826Z
UID:10000961-1692709200-1692716400@coswg.org
SUMMARY:Study Group: Rigid Heddle
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Supplemental Weft Inlay\, pg. 194\nFacilitator: Barbara Kracher\nShow and Share: Remember to send your pictures to Barbara Kracher (b_kracher@hotmail.com) a week before our meeting AND also bring your items if you plan to come in person.\nWe will meet in person at Mary Anna’s as well as on Zoom (hybrid meeting). \nZoom Meeting Link: https://zoom.us/j/95766257824?pwd=VEd0YS81WWQ3d1dHS0taY1VjTGJNUT09 \nMeeting ID: 957 6625 7824\nPasscode: 793432 \nContact Randee Frommer (randeefrommer@gmail.com) if you would like to be added to the Rigid Heddle Study Group email list.
URL:https://coswg.org/event/study-group-rigid-heddle-2/
LOCATION:Mary Anna Swinnerton Home
CATEGORIES:Interest Group,Rigid Heddle
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://coswg.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/banner-study-rigidheddle.png
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