How to join the Bishop Hill Fiber Guild by jillsodt

"I've thought of joining since not long after I moved here and heard about the Guild."

How I did it: The Guild meets once a month. I planned to join back in January, but discovered that I'd missed the meeting, having thought they met on the 3rd Saturday. Instead, they meet the 2nd Saturday. Earlier this week, I contacted the vice-president for more information. She was quick to respond and this morning, I gathered my stuff, hopped in the car, and headed to West Jersey. The Guild meets in a church there. It was easy to find since the town only has one church and about as many streets. I've already volunteered to be one of the hostesses for May. All that means is I'll be bringing some snacks to share with the group. I was also glad to be able to provide some information about the college when the discussion turned to the annual Spin-In that is held on our campus.

Every meeting, someone provides a class on something. Today, it was those cute little dumpling cases that can hold coins, stitch markers, or whatever little small items a fiber freak might have. I opted not to do the class since I already have a little case like that (thanks to a friend) and I was rocking along on my scarf. But I did sit and talk and watch. Next time we're making little hanging baskets to put fiber scraps in for birds. I used to do that when I kept finches. Now I'll have something to put outside for the wild birds this spring. Great timing, since I was starting to think about how I could make something like that anyway.

And my scarf. Finished! I'll be washing and blocking it yet this weekend and then I'll share pictures. I really like how the color variations in the green turned out. Next Guild meeting, I'll bring the scarf back for show and tell.

Lessons & tips: Talk to area knitters, crocheters, and other fiber enthusiasts if you are looking for a guild. However, guilds aren't for everyone since there are usually dues and things are more formal. This group seems to be laid-back, but they also do have at least one big event that they host each year. A more informal group, like the Stitch 'n' Bitch that I go to on Wednesday evenings may be more comfortable for some people.


 

Feb 12, 2011, 01:50PM PST | 0 comments


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