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Join us at Guild House on Thursday 20 March (10am) to hear Stephen Scourfield - Travel Editor of The West Australian, Sunday Times, Seven West Media's travel digital publishing, and the author of more than 10 books, talk about his interest in textiles and his Jackets of the World project.
See the event listing (link below) to read more about Stephen and his talk, and to book tickets. Seats are limited and expected to sell quickly! A talk by Stephen Scourfield - textiles, travel and his Jackets of the World project - 11th January 2025
Join us at Guild House on Thursday 20 March (10am) to hear Stephen Scourfield - Travel Editor of The West Australian, Sunday Times, Seven West Media's travel digital publishing, and the author of more than 10 books, talk about his interest in textiles and his Jackets of the World project. See the event listing (link below) to read more about Stephen and his talk, and to book tickets. Seats are limited and expected to sell quickly!
Website: Event details - Stephen Scourfield talks Textiles
Fibres West 2025 - enrolments open Monday 2 December 6pm - and expected to book out quickly! - 30th November 2024
Bookings for Fibres West 2025 open this Monday 2 December at 6pm. Details of the program and how to book are available from the Fibres West website. EGWA is offering one scholarship of $1,000 for a member attending a workshop. Scholarship application details and the application form are attached. See the full news item for further important information regarding the scholarship.
Website: Fibres West 2025 program and booking details
For more information Fibres West 2025 EGWA scholarship details and application form
The Collection Group has prepared a gorgeous on-line book full of photographs and information about a selection of items from the Guild's Historic and Contemporary Textile Collection, as inspiration for entries into next year's bag-themed Founder's Challenge. The techniques, materials and styles are a great source of ideas. To view the flip-book select the link below. Founder's Challenge inspiration - The Bag Reimagined - 10th November 2024
The Collection Group has prepared a gorgeous on-line book full of photographs and information about a selection of items from the Guild's Historic and Contemporary Textile Collection, as inspiration for entries into next year's bag-themed Founder's Challenge. The techniques, materials and styles are a great source of ideas. To view the flip-book select the link below.
Website: Founders Challenge 2025 - Heyzine Flipbook
Our next Market Day is on Sunday 1 December - just in time for some Christmas shopping! Market Day - Sunday 1 December - 2nd November 2024
Our next Market Day is on Sunday 1 December - just in time for some Christmas shopping!
For more information Market Day 1 December Flyer
JETS (Junior Embroidery and Textile Students) is being held again during the coming school holidays - Tuesday 1st and Wednesday 2nd October. Cost is $15 for both mornings. Contact Margaret Lofthouse on 0417 501 332 for further details.
Come and see how much fun stitching can be! JETS school holiday stitching fun this October - 31st August 2024
JETS (Junior Embroidery and Textile Students) is being held again during the coming school holidays - Tuesday 1st and Wednesday 2nd October. Cost is $15 for both mornings. Contact Margaret Lofthouse on 0417 501 332 for further details. Come and see how much fun stitching can be!