Woodland Weavers and Spinners Guild

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Woodland Weavers and Spinners Guild Woodland Weavers & Spinners brings individuals together who are interested in the fiber arts. Program year runs September - June.

Meetings are the first Monday of the month at 6:30pm. GRPD Metro Lodge 97
1753 Alpine Ave NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49504 The group meets each month, September through June. We meet the first Monday of the month with the exception of September when we meet on the second Monday. The purpose of each meeting is the education and growth of membership. Programs include local, as well as, known fiber artists from around the country. There are social events throughout the year, for fun and getting acquainted with each other. In addition to monthly meetings, Woodland Weavers & Spinners offers workshops and study groups. The study groups explore specific aspects of weaving, work on a project and share their work at guild meetings. Each member can also participate in the annual Fiber-Arts Showcase and Sale. If you wish to attend a meeting, or talk to someone about Woodland Weavers & Spinners, please contact us! To send an email, just click on a member's name and an email should pop up. If you're having trouble, call Liz Oppewal at 616-443-8379.

Meet Our Members! Introducing Cyndi Len our Guild Secretary. She first joined the guild in 2016 while showcasing her fir...
10/05/2026

Meet Our Members!
Introducing Cyndi Len our Guild Secretary.
She first joined the guild in 2016 while showcasing her first large fiber art work in Art Prize. Cindy retired in 2019 after teaching art for 42 years! At the moment she is working in the medium of wet felt painting with embellishment and 3-D form/vessel felting. You can find her work at the PO(Art)Box Art Prize Instillation, the MLH Show in Ann Harbor or the WWAS stitch group where she loves connecting with and receiving support from other fiber artist.
The images on this post are just a small sample of her stunning work.

To see the full article on Cyndi check out our website! https://wwas.info/our-members/
Check in next month to see who is featured in our member spotlight!

Image Description 1:
Cyndi Len stands in front of three of her felted art pieces.

Image Description 2:
Cyndi Len in a blue patterned shirt standing next to one of her 3D felted vase pieces.

Image Description 3:
A mixed medium 3D art piece of a beach scene. Yarn is woven in with drift wood, sea shells, locks, button, and paper on a wooden rectangular frame.

Image Description 4:
A felted vase with incorporated wood, seashells, and beads.

Image Description 5:
A circular wet felted painting featuring embellishments of sea shells, twigs and buttons, with embroidery stitches creating dynamic shapes.

04/24/2026

We’ll see you tmrw!

2026 Textile Arts Market Spring Sale

Saturday April 25, 2026
St Nicholas Cultural Center
2550 East Paris Ave SE
Grand Rapids, MI

Here's to celebrating the 250th year anniversary of our nation.Celebrate with Red, White and Blue handwoven towels in a ...
04/23/2026

Here's to celebrating the 250th year anniversary of our nation.
Celebrate with Red, White and Blue handwoven towels in a formal kitchen to a sunny picnic table. These textiles bring a touch of classic Americana to any setting.

Handmade by Sharon Elzinga

Saturday, April 25th | 9 AM - 4 PM

2026 Spring Textile Arts Market
The Cultural Center at St. Nicholas
2250 East Paris SE, Grand Rapids, MI

FREE admission and parking!

# pottery

Check out the "Petals and Thread" collection from Julie Westmaas! Each bowl and flower begins with hand-felted wool, whi...
04/22/2026

Check out the "Petals and Thread" collection from Julie Westmaas! Each bowl and flower begins with hand-felted wool, which is then meticulously "drawn" upon with intricate threadwork to bring out the delicate veins and vibrant life of the botanical world.

Handmade by Julie Westmaas Fiber Arts

Saturday, April 25th | 9 AM - 4 PM

2026 Spring Textile Arts Market
The Cultural Center at St. Nicholas
2250 East Paris SE, Grand Rapids, MI

FREE admission and parking!

# pottery

Yesterday's headlines turned into today’s treasures! Artist Ellen DeKoster transforms recycled newspaper into incredible...
04/21/2026

Yesterday's headlines turned into today’s treasures! Artist Ellen DeKoster transforms recycled newspaper into incredible hand-spun fiber, creating one-of-a-kind sculptural pieces that are as sustainable as they are striking.

Handmade by Ellen DeKoster

Saturday, April 25th | 9 AM - 4 PM

2026 Spring Textile Arts Market
The Cultural Center at St. Nicholas
2250 East Paris SE, Grand Rapids, MI

FREE admission and parking!

We spend hours in our kitchens cooking, doing dishes and wiping surfaces clean.  Why not add beautiful, colorful accesso...
04/19/2026

We spend hours in our kitchens cooking, doing dishes and wiping surfaces clean. Why not add beautiful, colorful accessories to your cupboards from dish towels to pot holders and dishcloths.
Member Julie Daniels creates eye catching kitchen goods. Be the envy of your friends when they see these in your kitchen!

Julie Daniels | Textiles for everyday living.

Saturday, April 25th | 9 AM - 4 PM

2026 Spring Textile Arts Market
The Cultural Center at St. Nicholas
2250 East Paris SE, Grand Rapids, MI

FREE admission and parking!

Celebrate the art of the loom with the latest handmade pieces! From vibrant, absorbent kitchen towels to unique sculptur...
04/19/2026

Celebrate the art of the loom with the latest handmade pieces! From vibrant, absorbent kitchen towels to unique sculptural textiles, each piece is a one-of-a-kind blend of utility and hand-woven artistry.

Handmade by Dawn Cheikh

Saturday, April 25th | 9 AM - 4 PM

2026 Spring Textile Arts Market
The Cultural Center at St. Nicholas
2250 East Paris SE, Grand Rapids, MI

FREE admission and parking!

Hello, Spring! 🌼Kitchen towels have arrived in a fresh palette of daffodil yellow and periwinkle blue. Woven with a sign...
04/17/2026

Hello, Spring! 🌼

Kitchen towels have arrived in a fresh palette of daffodil yellow and periwinkle blue. Woven with a signature bamboo and cotton blend, these towels are incredibly soft to the touch and ready to tackle your spring cleaning in style.

Handmade by Sharon Elzinga

Saturday, April 25th | 9 AM - 4 PM

2026 Spring Textile Arts Market
The Cultural Center at St. Nicholas
2250 East Paris SE, Grand Rapids, MI

FREE admission and parking!

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Grand Rapids, MI
49504

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