Preserving Artistry and Craft
The work of our hands is a link to our foremothers. We aim to build basic skills and raise the standard of our crafts while opening fibre work to the whole community.
Discover our workshops, skills sharing sessions, events and drop-ins.
Discover our irregular workshops & events
Sheep to Shawl
Every year Guilds around the region compete to create a garment from raw fleece in one day.
Skill Exchange
Every meeting our members share their work and learn from each other. Meetings are held on the first Monday of the month, 7pm downstairs at SASCU Rec Centre in Salmon Arm. Contact us for details. 2026: Feb 2, March 2, April 6, May 4, June 1
Spin-ins
Annual spinning gatherings are a chance to learn together, share skills and find new fibre sources with spinners from all over the province. Local fibre and equipment vendors on hand to top up your supplies.
2026 date TBA
Tuesday Free Spin
weekly year-round
1:00 -3:45, Salmon Arm Library (Picadilly Mall)
Every week our members gather at the library to spin together. We share tips and techniques, stories and skills. Bring your spindle, wheel or any other hand work (needle felting? knitting? we do it all!) and dedicate some time to your craft in good company.
Free Drop-in
Holiday Market
2026 date TBA
All our members get together every year to show and sell their work. You’ll find the perfect gift for just about anyone – including yourself. From socks to tree decorations, rugs to table runners, yarn to sweaters, toques and mitts and anything else made from fibre. There’s a huge range of prices and goods, all handmade by local artisans. Shop local and handmade!
2025 past events
3 workshops were held, including diameter control, wheel setup, consistent singles and twist for perfect plying.
Introduction to weaving
The basics of weaving in a one-day workshop
Introduction to spinning
Learn to spin on a wheel – drafting, treadling and fibre supply
Inspiring Fibre Art Traditions in BC
Join our community and discover the joy of weaving and spinning today!
Teaching and learning together to make the art and craft of fibre strong in the Shuswap
All photos are of members’ work, taken by members. Please do not reproduce in any way without express permission.
