| Billings Weavers Guild |
Several Billings weavers held a workshop in the spring of 1945.
A group of weavers held an interest meeting January 7th, 1949, at the home of Mrs. Stroup.
On February 5, 1949, the group met with Mrs. Elwood Kusche. They named the guild, elected officers, and limited the
membership to 12 people. Each member donated $1.00 and they did not meet in July or August. They exhibited at the Billings
Fair and joined the Shuttle Craft Guild started by Mary Atwater.
Six of the charter members were in the photo taken by Lynn McComas in March 1959 at Mrs. Stroup’s house. Em Kolstad (1950)
and Laverne McComas (1958) are the only two still living of the 15 members pictured.
Amy Dehnert prepared a list of the members’ joining years in May 1966. Some joined to attend a workshop. Checking the minutes
gave some dates.
Interest in weaving has changed through the years as has the membership list. The guild has met in weavers’ homes, at the library,
and in several public places.
The weavers have held workshops, study groups, round robin exchanges with other guilds, exhibits, show and tell and fair exhibits.
Some members are spinners, dyers, and weavers. Some make yardage, sew and wear handwoven garments. Some weave items for
home, gifts, or to sell.
Em Kolstad, Joyce Fletcher and JoAnne Setzer have given lessons. Many demonstrations and exhibits have happened.
The use of computers, e-mail, and complex looms have changed weaving, as have better printed materials and pictures. Weaving is
a creative experience and sharing of ideas.
Laverne McComas
March 2006
| Billings Weavers Guild is still going stronger than ever. This year (2007-08) we have added Study groups. So now, along with our monthly meetings, you can join in with a Study group of your choice. Don't forget to check the "Events" page to find out about upcoming workshops and events. Click on the picture below for a calendar of Study Groups and BWG meetings We would love for you to come and visit whether you are new to weaving or have been at it for years. For more information, please contact: Billings Weavers Guild |
| Our Favorite Links: Montana Association of Weavers and Spinners Handweavers Guild of America Handweaving.net Interweave Press Unicorn Books and Craft, Inc. |
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| History of the Billings Weavers Guild |
| 2007-2008 President: Nancy Kapalka Vice-President: Linda Shelhamer Secretary: Joyce Fletcher Treasurer: Sandy Gillitzer |