Loudounhill SWI

01/09/2026

Now that September has arrived, we look forward to the first meeting of the 2026/27 syllabus which is on Thursday, 10th September in Darvel Church Hall at 2pm when Anne Walker, Minishant SWI, will give a Baking demonstration. The competitions are 1. an article in blue and 2. a jar of jam (any flavour).
Tea, coffee and biscuits after the demonstration. Membership for the year is £20.
Hope to see you there!

28/08/2026

The latest Members News' is now available to read, don't forget to share the print friendly version with members who are not online at your next Institute meeting.

https://mailchi.mp/ef1e155dbd56/swi-members-news-issue49-august2026

27/08/2026

Last but not least, our third and final SWIFTS launch course has arrived, Embroidery for Beginners! Curious about embroidery but not sure where to begin? Now's your chance to find out.

At £95 for SWI members, this 12-week course is fantastic value, including two in-person workshops with personalised tuition, all venue costs covered, regular tutor feedback, and a certificate of completion.

Guided by experienced tutor Susie Finlayson, this is one not to miss. Book your place here: https://www.theswi.org.uk/events/embroidery-for-beginners/

27/08/2026

Continuing our SWIFTS launch, our second brand-new beginner course is here, Knitting for Beginners! Ever thought about learning to knit? There's no better time to start than now.

At £95 for SWI members, this 12-week course is fantastic value, including two in-person workshops with personalised tuition, all venue costs covered, regular tutor feedback, and a certificate of completion.

Led by expert tutor Helen Gibson, this is one not to miss. Book your place here: https://www.theswi.org.uk/events/knitting-for-beginners/

27/08/2026

Please share, ever wanted to learn crochet but didn't know where to start? Now's your chance! Our brand-new Crochet for Beginners course is one of the first three SWIFTS courses launching today.

At £95 for SWI members, this 12-week course is fantastic value, including three in-person workshops with personalised tuition, all venue costs covered, regular tutor feedback, and a certificate of completion.

Expertly led by tutor Fiona Meade, this is one not to miss. Book your place here: https://www.theswi.org.uk/events/crochet-for-beginners/

24/08/2026

24/08/2026

Online Talk: Mary Shelley's Gothic Dundee

Did you know Dundee helped inspire Frankenstein? Join us this Wednesday 26 August, 7–8pm, for a fascinating online talk with Professor Daniel Cook (University of Dundee) exploring Mary Shelley's teenage years in the city and the gothic landscape that sparked her imagination.

Free for SWI members, book your place here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/swi-expert-talk-mary-shelleys-gothic-dundee-tickets-1996447619573