Handweavers Guild of America - HGA

Handweavers Guild of America - HGA Educating, supporting, and inspiring the fiber arts community.

Convergence®/ Shuttle, Spindle & Dyepot

If you weave, spin, dye, make baskets, or use other fiber techniques, join us! Founded in 1969 to inspire creativity and encourage excellence in the fiber arts, the Handweavers Guild of America, Inc., brings together weavers, spinners, dyers, basketmakers, fiber artists and educators. HGA provides educational programs, conferences, and an award-winning qua

rterly publication, Shuttle Spindle & Dyepot, to its members as it seeks to increase awareness of and appreciation for the fiber arts.

🧵 Ready to take your spinning to the next level? 🧵Whether you're looking to master fiber prep or dive into advanced yarn...
06/07/2026

🧵 Ready to take your spinning to the next level? 🧵

Whether you're looking to master fiber prep or dive into advanced yarn design, Convergence® 2026 has a specialized spinning session for you!

📆August 12 - 16, 2026
📍New Orleans

Sessions are available at multiple price points, and Convergence® Value Package holders save 25% on session registration! 🎟️

Registration requires an active HGA membership, so make sure your membership is up to date, grab your Value Package or Day Pass, and secure your spot before these popular sessions fill up!

Learn more and explore the full lineup: 🔗https://www.weavespindye.org/convergence

If you love fiber, are a beginner weaver, and are within driving distance of New Orleans, join us for the day at Converg...
06/06/2026

If you love fiber, are a beginner weaver, and are within driving distance of New Orleans, join us for the day at Convergence®! Learn new weaving skills—no equipment or experience required!

📆Convergence® runs August 13-16, 2026
📍At the Sheraton New Orleans
🎟 A Day Pass is just $15!

What could your day look like? Here's a sample itinerary for Sunday, 8/16:
✨ Start with a session on warping your loom in the morning
✨ Grab a cash-and-carry lunch and shop the Marketplace
✨ Immerse yourself in Infinite Energy: Designing Stripes and Plaids in the afternoon
✨ End your day with the Convergence® Fiber Art Exhibits

Come spend the day and play! Explore sessions and register at:
🔗 WeaveSpinDye.org/sessions

Brought to you by the Handweavers Guild of America, Inc.

Plan your Fantastic Fiber Getaway at Convergence® today! Choose to immerse yourself in the Ultimate Fiber Experience, en...
06/05/2026

Plan your Fantastic Fiber Getaway at Convergence® today! Choose to immerse yourself in the Ultimate Fiber Experience, enjoy a Weekend Getaway to focus on your practice, or come for the day and play.

📍New Orleans
📆August 12 - 16, 2026

There's so much to see and do! Workshops, the Marketplace, Art Exhibits, a Fashion Show, Thread Talks, Juror Talks, a Keynote, and so much more. Over 100+ Sessions taught by over 70 world-class fiber art instructors! Sessions are available at a variety of price points, and save 25% with a Convergence® Value
Package (CVP).

Learn more and register at:
🔗https://www.weavespindye.org/convergence

Come for the inspiration and community. Leave with unforgettable memories.

06/05/2026

Diedrick Brackens Exhibit at the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts

Join us next week for Textiles & Tea, featuring Thomas Victor (www.thomasvictor.com)! Sponsored by Crosstown Shuttlers ...
06/04/2026

Join us next week for Textiles & Tea, featuring Thomas Victor (www.thomasvictor.com)! Sponsored by Crosstown Shuttlers (www.crosstownshuttlers.com)

📍 Tuesday, June 9
🕓4:00 PM ET
🔗https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_j0MEbkm8TUO9pX_LVyTPyg

Through his pursuits in the arts, Thomas Victor arrived in New York City, where he currently creates his work. His deep admiration for nature continues to inspire his process and focus on natural materials. A self-proclaimed “fiber snob” with endless curiosity, Victor explores all stages of textile production—from the data behind breeding strategies and microbial soil health, to fiber sorting, spinning, and the creation of knitted and woven cloth and garments. When his loom could not accommodate new ideas, he turned to redesigning and remodeling his equipment. He is now entering a new chapter of exploration through the setup and use of a 960-hook Jacquard head, expanding his practice in production and design.

Textiles & Tea is a weekly artist interview series, hosted by the Handweavers Guild of America, Inc., featuring fiber artists from around the globe.
🔗https://www.weavespindye.org/textiles-and-tea

You just saw Becka (Becka Rahn: Fiber Art) on Textiles & Tea—now you can take her professional development seminars at C...
06/03/2026

You just saw Becka (Becka Rahn: Fiber Art) on Textiles & Tea—now you can take her professional development seminars at Convergence® in New Orleans!

Make a day of it. Join us on Sunday, August 16th for two amazing classes:
🌟Connecting Through Craft: Engaging Your Audience Online
🌟From Studio to Screen: Teaching Fiber Arts Virtually

Learn more and register at:
🔗www.WeaveSpinDye.org/Sessions

Just two of over 100+ sessions taught by more than 70+ world-class instructors. Sessions are available at a variety of price points, and you can save 25% on sessions when you purchase a Convergence® Value Package (CVP).

06/02/2026

Textiles & Tea with Becka Rahn
generously sponsored by Dell Christy

Join us TODAY at 4:00 PM ET for Textiles & Tea, featuring Becka Rahn: Fiber Art (www.beckarahn.com)! Sponsored by Del...
06/02/2026

Join us TODAY at 4:00 PM ET for Textiles & Tea, featuring Becka Rahn: Fiber Art (www.beckarahn.com)! Sponsored by Dell Christy

📍 Tuesday, June 2
🕓4:00 PM ET
🔗https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_LcYU_eiFQ4-8QbloA89jVw

Becka Rahn is a full-time teaching artist who works in a micro-studio in Minneapolis, Minnesota. She specializes in fabric design, paper sculpture, and illustration using recycled papers and hand embroidery. Becka is the co-author of 'The Spoonflower Handbook', a guide to designing your own fabrics, and holds a book arts certificate from the Minnesota Center for Book Arts. She is passionate about helping artists conquer technology barriers to make their work more accessible. Her superpowers are breaking complex ideas into simple steps, inspiring creative thinking, and incorporating puns into everything she makes.

Textiles & Tea is a weekly artist interview series, hosted by the Handweavers Guild of America, Inc., featuring fiber artists from around the globe.
🔗https://www.weavespindye.org/textiles-and-tea

✨ Calling fiber artists, makers, teachers, and storytellers worldwide! Last day to apply for Art Sparks Leaders and Thre...
05/31/2026

✨ Calling fiber artists, makers, teachers, and storytellers worldwide! Last day to apply for Art Sparks Leaders and Thread Talk Presenters for Spinning and Weaving Week 2026.

Hosted by Handweavers Guild of America, Inc., this global virtual celebration honors the rich traditions of spinning, weaving, and fiber arts across cultures. Join us in sharing skills, inspiring creativity, and celebrating our common heritage with the worldwide fiber community.

📅 Application Deadline: May 31
🧶 Event Dates: October 5–11, 2026

Ready to lead and inspire? Apply now and be part of this virtual international celebration of weaving, spinning, and dyeing.

Art Sparks Leaders teach virtual sessions.
🔗Visit: https://www.weavespindye.org/employment

Thread Talk Presenters give 15-minute inspiring talks.
🔗https://weavespindye.app.neoncrm.com/eventReg.jsp?event=2112&

Put your wares in front of the fiber world! Deadlines approaching.Since 1972, the Convergence® Marketplace has connected...
05/30/2026

Put your wares in front of the fiber world! Deadlines approaching.
Since 1972, the Convergence® Marketplace has connected vendors with a deeply engaged international fiber arts audience—and in 2026, we’re looking for both beloved brands and emerging businesses ready to grow.

As a Marketplace Vendor, you’ll have the opportunity to:
• Reach 1,500+ fiber enthusiasts
• Demonstrate your products live
• Promote signings and launches
• Connect directly with your audience
• Be part of one of the most respected traditions in fiber arts

Whether you’re an established business or just stepping into the industry, this is your opportunity to be seen.

⏳ Booth deadlines are approaching.
🔗WeaveSpinDye.org/Marketplace

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