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January 2008
Guild Meeting News - Carmel Crafts Guild New Meeting Location
We have a new meeting place for our Guild. January's meeting will be at St. Mary's Episcopal church in Pacific Grove.
It is at the corner of 12th and Central.
Ann will present Tips, Tricks, and Problem Solvers for the Handweaver with Sallie Guy.
Sallie points out many potential problems encountered in the weaving process, then offers a variety of practical, successful
solutions. Beginning with Planning & Preparation, includes tips on yarn and color, as well as planning rectangular shaped
garments, and how to adjust commercial patterns to the width of your handwoven fabric. Tips on dressing the loom, record keeping,
using a raddle, correcting threading errors, treadling, and shuttle tricks. Offering solutions to many common and not so common
problems that weavers will encounter sooner or later.
News from Naeda
Monterey Peninsula College Spring semester begins February 4, 2008. It is not too late to sign up for Weaving. Naeda
requests that you please sign up only if you intend to have regular attendance and complete projects started in class.
phone:6251125
email:naedabr@sbcglobal.net
The Gift of the World
Simone Mortan shared her story, "The World" with members during the December meeting. She is a wonderful story
teller, and the imagery she evoked was beautiful. On behalf of everyone there, thank you, Simone.
2008 Membership Dues
Ann is still accepting your tax deductible membership dues. Please pay (individual-$20, family- $25) in person or mail
to Ann Pettit, c/o Carmel Crafts Guild, P.O. Box 32, Pacific Grove 93950.
Officers Slate for 2008
Laurie Simmons, our Nominating Committee of one, was unable to garner any volunteers for President and Secretary. During
the December meeting, the group agreed to have a revolving president, until such a time that one leader emerges. A sign-up
sheet was passed around, and the positions were mostly filled. You still have an opportunity to offer your services. Call
Laurie at 6253688.
Donation to CNCH
CNCH sent out a request for donations, and Carmel Crafts Guild responded. During the December meeting, we voted to send
$25.00.
Thoughts and Prayers
Just a note to let our members know Lucy Lee has been diagnosed with cancer. We send our thoughts and prayers for a speedy
recovery, Lucy, and know you will come out on top with this.
If you care to send Lucy a note or card, her addresses are:
Lucy Lee
2948 Sloat Rd.
Pebble Beach, CA 93953
or
lucylee39@sbcglobal.net
Classifieds
GIANT FABRIC SALE - One Day Only
Saturday, January 12, 2008
10:00 A.M. - 7:00 P.M.
Location: 2030 N. Fremont St. Monterey, CA in the banquet room of Buzzard's Backyard BBQ (in front of Travelodge).
The items are from the collection of a quilter/wearable artist who collected fabric from the top quilting shops all over
the US and Europe who now has to downsize her collection due to health. The selection is enormous, requiring a truck to move.
Fabric in every color, both prints and solids. Most fabric pieces are under 2 yards, however, there are many longer pieces
(varying lengths up to 20 yards). All fabric has been stored indoors in a smoke free home.
Most fabric will be sold for $1 to $2 per yard. This will be cash only (no checks or credit cards). Other items will
also be available, including a Singer featherweight sewing machine (Model 221-1 built in 1950). Come early for best selection.
For questions call Robin at (831) 274-6434
Retirement Knitting and Weaving Yarn Sale
Saturday, February 16, 2008
2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
655 Redwood, unit #10 Sand City
Anita Naber-Seckel is selling off an entire lifetime of weaving and knitting yarn stash collection. Rain or shine (cash
and check only). Lovingly stored lifetime stash. Everything must go. Low, low prices! High quality yarns, all grists, all
colors.
Driving Directions:
Hwy 1, exit at Canyon Del Rey (Hwy 218)
Go east. At 2nd light turn left onto Del Monte Blvd (north.)
At first light, turn left onto Contra Costa St.
Take second right onto Redwood Ave.
655 Redwood is on the left in the second block.
Continuing Projects
Sally Griffin Loom Project
The project continues. We need volunteers to teach weaving. Call Merrie to arrange a time.
In any case, feel free to stop by the Center to weave an inch or two!
Nanyuki Weavers
Read about these weavers online.
http://www.spinnersandweavers.org/
http://www.joanneisabel.com/spinnersandweavers.html
At-risk Teens
Nancy Trissel shared information about an organization in southern California that teaches knitting to at-risk teenagers.
We are still accepting donations for these kids. Please bring yarn, needles and patterns to the meeting and Merrie will ship
them to the organization. Thanks and see you the 10th.
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