May 20, 2026 | Intro to Sashiko: A Japanese Hand-Stitching Technique with Edith Lord and Susan Aiello
Evening Meeting
6:30pm, Weaving and Fiber Arts Center, East Rochester
Sashiko is a traditional Japanese hand-stitching technique that began as a practical method for repairing and reinforcing clothing. The word Sashiko means “little stabs,” referring to the small running stitches that form its distinctive patterns. Over time, Sashiko has evolved from necessity into a beautiful decorative art form known for its geometric designs, meditative rhythm, and celebration of visible handwork.
Learn more about the origins of Sashiko and give it a try at our May 20th Evening Meeting. Participants will have an opportunity to use the essential Sashiko running stitch to make a small fabric patch in the style of ‘Boro’ where fabric scraps (or rags) are layered and stitched creating a strong and warm patch. No sewing experience is required, and all materials will be provided.
June 10, 2026 | Annual Meeting, Picnic Potluck, and Member's Sale
Guild Monthly Meeting
10:00am, First Baptist Church Zoomed to home members
The meeting begins at 10am (set up at 8:30am), followed by a catered lunch.
The Members Sale
This is the only opportunity for all of us to sell at a Guild meeting. If a member wishes to bring some items to the picnic to sell or give to other members, you may set up inside on our tables or open your trunk in the parking lot. No commission or fees to the Guild for this opportunity.
Please bring:
• Your table setting (plate, silverware, cup, handwoven placemat, napkin)
• A Show-N-Tell item
Committee chairs: Bring 1 copy of your committee reports or email copies to the Recording Secretary and President
June 17, 2026 | Summer Warp Exchange Challenge
Evening Meeting
6:30pm, Weaving and Fiber Arts Center, East Rochester
A Summer Challenge for our June 17th meeting. Bring 3 small warps to share. All warps should be 3 yards long. Be sure to have your cross intact and maybe use a few choke ties to keep the warp secure. Have each warp contain enough threads for about 1" of width for your yarn based on a sett for a balanced weave. It would be useful to label your warp with fiber content and number of warp ends. At the exchange you will take home 3 other warps and see how you can put them together with what you might find in your own stash for a fun, quick summer project. If you need help making your warps you can give Sharon or Miranda a call/email. We will bring our finished projects to the September evening meeting for show and tell and discussion.
