Butler Spinners And Weavers Guild

January , 2010

Butler Spinners and Weavers Guild Minutes -Jan 6, 2010

The meeting was called to order by President Karen Bierbauer at 10:15 A.M.

Dues are due. You may mail them to Donna Fike, 136 Allen Drive, Fenelton, PA
16034.
There were 3 guests: Joanne Fejko, Babeth Raible, and Carol McFadden.
A signup sheet was passed and members were ask to include any items they had
for show and tell.
The minutes of the last meeting as entered in the newsletter were approved.

The Treasurer’s report accepted as read.
The donation to the Extension Office for use of the meeting room was  paid.
Reimbursement for Penn’s Colony expenses was made.
23 members have paid for the 2010 year. A request was made for Donna Fike’s address to be included in the newsletter.
A motion to accept the Treasurers report was made by Linda Gross and seconded by Wini Labrecque. Motion was passed.

Remember to check the website for weather report if they are questions about a closing. Do NOT call the Extension Office.

Library Report:

New magazines :Knitter’s and Handwoven. A motion to sell for a donation the old issues of Shuttle, Spindle ,and Dye Pot, and Pieceworks was made by Sandy Smailer and seconded by Wini Labrecque. Motion passed.

Old Business:

A tape recorder was used to assist in accurate minutes and newsletter information. Harrisburg Sheep to Shawl: Sample shawl is finished. It is white on white with diagonal stripes of Huck Lace. The shearer will be the daughter of the man supplying the sheep and he will have a backup sheep, just in case of need. Treasurer was reminded to reimburse him for Vet bills. Maryland Sheep and Wool will be May 1st & 2nd. A sheet for people interested in being on a team will be passed at the Feb. meeting. Pittsburgh Knit and Crochet will be Feb. 13th and 14th. If you pay early there is a $5.oo discount. A signup sheet for demonstrators was passed. Wini will be teaching a class with Nuno Silk.

 Programs:

Jan. -Wool History in Waynesburg

Feb. – Fiber Jewelry and Accessories.

New Business:

Terry Bier passed away. She was a former member of the guild.

There are now 2 Coverlet Museums in Bedford,PA.
A motion was made by Angela Fishman to put together gift packages of mug, mug rug, and tea bags to be distributed to abuse women or women in distress thru the YMCA or other appropriate organizations. Motion was seconded by Blanche Hall. Motion passed.
Workshops: A motion was made by Barb Wingert to inquire of Abby Frankenmuth about her availability and fees for a workshop on Drop Spindle Spinning. Motion seconded by Angela Fishman.
Motion Passed.

At 10:50 A.M. a motion to adjourn was made by Wini Labrecque and seconded by Donna Fike. Motion passed.

Show and Tell:

Karen Bierbauer – A pair of crocheted socks. New Pygora kids.
Angela Fishman – Hand knit Hats made with handspun and hand dyed Merino yarn. Mittens from Sweden.
Sandy Smailer – Pictures from Old Economy of Christmas demonstrations.
Blanche Hall – Braided chair pad from wool scraps for her daughter.
Barb Wingert – A mobius hoodius. - will teach a class at the Sewickley yarn shop Jan 23.
Linda Gross – Handspun, hand knit alpaca shawl in the Faroese style. A hat from the same yarn.
Audrey Moore – Large wool hooked rug.
Joanne Fejko – Hand knit scarf.
Susan Lightner – Vest with needle felting using a machine,woven dish towel and bread cloth.
Babeth Raible – Siberian husky hand spun yarn.
Carol McFadden – Hand knit sweater.
Wini Labrecque – Hand knit Alpaca scarf designed Nancy Griffith in Teal for Ovarian cancer month.
Linda Osborne – Knitting a lace shawl on #35 needles. 5 new Bishon puppies.
Donna Fike – Pictures of daughter’s wedding, family portrait, sample shawl for Harrisburg.
Submitted by Marilyn Merbach, Guild Secretary

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March Program

It seems that ninety-nine per cent of spinners make 2-ply yarn. Probably because it’s quick and it’s balanced. Angela Fishman and Sandy Smailer will explore alternative yarns: singles spinning and plying with more than two yarns. They will discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each as well as applications. Bring your questions, tips, and/or samples.

Library Report

Hello fellow spinners and weavers. Hope you are keeping warm under wool fleece and a hand knitting or weaving project.
For January 6 Guild meeting –
New magazines –
· Handwoven – Jan/Feb 2010 #148 - Features a resources guide for waving unexpected texture and dimension with textured yarns, elastic or energized yarns. There are drafts for double-weave scarves and velvet warp pile fabric. You can read about how to make permanent pleats in fabric using a pressure cooker, and some pricing tips for your handwovens for sale.
· Knitters – Winter 2009 #97 - Patterns feature many cable designs, a knitted dress pattern, several cardigans, men’s and women’s vests, and an afghan of separately knit squares.
Missing magazine – I just realized we never received the Nov/Dec09 Handwoven issue. I have requested it.
Library book inventory - I inventoried the books in the cabinet during the holiday week. It is in good order.
Some books have been out for a long time. Please return soon. Specifically:

- Donna Fike – 2 books: Lace and Lacey Weaves; Woven Lace and Lacy Weaves. (since Feb09)

- Elizabeth Smith – 2 books: Big book of Hand Spinning (Amos); Spinners Companion. (since Aug 09) I also found the two [paper ream] boxes full of very old magazines. I moved them in front of the cabinet so you would find them. The other groups who use the Extension Office have been making an effort to clean up the back room. We should remove these 2 boxes. You may choose to sell them cheap or distribute them to the homes of the magazines removed last month. The issues include: Piecework; Handwoven; Shuttle, Spindle, Dye Pot; Knitters; and Weavers, of the 1970s, 80s, 90s. Finally, in the cabinet, there is also a soft woven scarf, striped in pale beiges, green, gold colors. Is this a lost and found? Christine 724-865-3204 (home) This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

***Follow-up Note: The 2 boxes of old magazines that Christine referred to were taken care of. The Weavers, Handwovens, and Knitters were given to the people who are storing those magazines (Carol- Knitters; Marilyn- Spin Off; Donna-Handwoven and Weavers). The Pieceworks were sold off and the Shuttle Spindles were given away.

Sixth Annual Pittsburgh Knit & Crochet Festival

At the last meeting a sign up sheet was passed around for those interested in demonstrating at the festival. No one can locate this sheet. Christine e-mailed Barb Grossman a list of those whom she knew would be coming. Those names are: Christine Williamson, Carol Buttignol, Sandra Smailer, Marilyn Merbach, and Dawson. If your name is not listed here and you want to demonstrate, you must contact Barb Grossman so she can include you and give you a pass to enter.  Her e-mail and phone number are listed below. This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

6th Annual Pittsburgh Knit & Crochet Festival

Feb 13 & 14, 2010
At the FOUR POINTS Sheraton, North, Mars, PA 16046
Classes, demos, exhibits, charity knitting, Noni trunk show and more.
Admission is 10.00 in advance, 15.00 at the door.

www.pghknitandcrochet.com

412.963.7030

Old Economy Fundraiser

There will be a fundraising dinner to benefit Old Economy Village on Sunday, February 7, 2010, from 1-4 pm at Sewickley China Palace. The cuisine is Pan Asian and American Fare. The cost is $25.00 per person. This event is organized by the Friends of Old Economy Village. For more information and/or tickets, contact Sandy Smailer 412-366-4245.

MEETING INFORMATION

We meet the first Wednesday of every month at the Butler Cooperative Ext. Office from 10AM to 2PM (unless otherwise stated in the calendar). The extension office is located at 101 Motor Pool Way in Butler PA.

EQUIPMENT RENTAL

The Guild owns a variety of spinning and weaving equipment available to members to rent for $5.00 per week. The sheep to shawl teams have first priority on the equipment for an upcoming event. If interested in renting anything please contact Wini Labrecque at 724-272-4285.

NEWSLETTER INFORMATION

Please send information for newsletter to Sandy Smailer, 1562 Village Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15237 or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

OFFICERS

President – Karen Bierbauer – 724-924-2383

Vice President – Sandy Smailer w/Angela Fishman - 412-366-4245

Secretary – Marilyn Merbach – 724-352-4832

Treasurer - Donna Fike- 724-284-1212