Spinning and Weaving Week
Panel Discussions
We're thrilled to offer activities and events for seven days devoted to celebrating spinning and weaving. Our programming will educate, inspire, and support the fiber art community.
October 7-13, 2024
$ 0 - HGA Student Members
$25 - HGA Members
$50 - Non-Members
Panel Discussions
We're thrilled to offer activities and events for seven days devoted to celebrating spinning and weaving. Our programming will educate, inspire, and support the fiber art community. The registration fee includes access to all 7-days of programming including Marketplace LIVE, Thread Talks, Studio Tours, Panel Discussions, Fashion Show, Virtual Exhibit Hall, and Networking Opportunities.
All sessions will be recorded and available on-demand to registered attendees for 90 days. Not a member? Join Today
Panels Schedule
All panels take place at 6 p.m. (ET)
Monday, October 2, 2023 at 6 p.m. (ET)
Panel: Weaving for Teaching
Panelists: Fran Curran, Natalie Boyett, and Marcia Weiss
Whether you're an experienced teacher or just beginning to share your skills, there is always more to learn! Our three panelists will discuss their experience developing teaching techniques to cater to diverse student needs and learning styles. Discover effective teaching strategies, learn from these experts about their successful tips and tricks, and actively participate by asking questions to gain insights into conveying weaving techniques to students with varying levels of experience and ability levels. Don't miss this opportunity to become a more adept and versatile weaving teacher.
Tuesday, October 3, 2023 at 6 p.m. (ET)
Panel: Busting the Weaving Myths
sponsored by Treenway Silks
Panelists: Patsy Zawistoski, Tegan Frisino, and Molly Elkind
Break free from the "rules" of weaving (and spinning). Join our panel of weaving enthusiasts, experts, and innovators as we unravel the myths that have shaped the fiber community. Who says you can't use handspun singles as warp? And what is the maximum number of floats a pattern can contain? Have you been limiting yourself to a method that may not be right for your weaving practice? Come prepared to engage, question, and broaden your perspective on why we do things the way we do.
Wednesday, October 4, 2023 at 6 p.m. (ET)
Panel: Appropriation vs Appreciation
sponsored by MidAtlantic Fiber Association
Panelists: Venancio Aragon, John Marshall, and Maren Beck
Join us as we discuss the complex interplay between appropriation and appreciation in the world of spinning and weaving. Our panel of experts will navigate the fine line between embracing diverse influences and respecting cultural traditions. Bring your questions about responsible and respectful use of cultural motifs, techniques, and materials. Discover how we can celebrate the beauty of global textiles while fostering an ethical and inclusive community of craftspeople.
Thursday, October 5, 2023 at 6 p.m. (ET)
Panel: Preservation of Weaving History
Panelists: Florence Feldman-Wood, Marina Loew, Marjie Thompson
Though weaving is an ancient art, it's not a dying one. Our panelists explore how we can maintain past knowledge and carry it into the future. Join us as we discuss what is at risk of being lost and the ways in which we can ensure the survival of this knowledge.
Friday, October 6, 2023 at 6 p.m. (ET)
Panel: Selecting Sessions for Convergence - Insights from the Selection Committee
Panelists: Marilyn Weyman Kegg, Nancy Crowley, Dawn Ahlert, Paula McFarling, Jessica McDonald
Join us as we pull back the curtain on the selection process for Convergence Sessions. Members of our Selection Committee will discuss the steps behind choosing sessions and what makes a great proposal, from clear descriptions to an understanding of current trends. Find out how you can make your future session proposals shine.
Please continue to check back as we update the schedule. Spinning & Weaving Week is supported by generous contributions to HGA's Fiber Trust and the donation of our presenters' time, energy and expertise. HGA is an exempt organization as described in Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code; EIN #06-08661organization. In honor of this event, please consider a donation.
Sponsorship Opportunities
The Handweavers Guild of America, Inc.’s (HGA) Spinning & Weaving Week celebration is a 7-day digital extravaganza showcasing the fiber arts with vendor demonstrations and product talks, virtual studio tours, speakers, panels, and a fun fashion show. Each year HGA’s Spinning & Weaving Week Celebration includes more than 40 hours of virtual programming over 7 days with more than 650 fiber enthusiasts participating either in real-time or by viewing recordings. The event will be presented virtually through Cvent with the ability to host an unlimited number of attendees. All sessions are recorded and available to be viewed at the convenience of registered attendees for up to 90 days. This event brings together fiber enthusiasts from across the world and provides opportunities to connect online and in the days following.
We understand that the dollars you spend need to bring the maximum benefit to your company. Sponsors are offered exclusive benefits and services based on their level of contribution. These packages are carefully structured at each level to provide the maximum visibility and the greatest mutual benefit but can be tailored to meet your organization’s philanthropic or marketing objectives. For more information, please call (470) 893-0556 or email Advertising@WeaveSpinDye.org.
All Spinning & Weaving Week Sponsors will receive the following recognition in addition to the items listed in the packages:
- Name recognition on HGA’s webpage as Sponsor and logo and link to your website
- Logo and name recognition in approximately *8,000 copies of Shuttle Spindle & Dyepot magazine
- E-Blast sent to HGA’s mailing list of more than 10,500 promoting your sponsorship
- Post recognizing your sponsorship on HGA’s Facebook page (10,600+ followers)
- Post recognizing your sponsorship on HGA’s Instagram account (4,700 followers)
- Tax-deductible receipt letter for your donation less goods & services received
- Continued publicity for 90 days after the week is over through recorded viewing of each event
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- Sponsorship Opportunities
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- Sample Press Releases
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