Irish Guild of Weavers, Spinners, and Dyers
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| Formation | 1975 |
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Region | Ireland |
Membership | hand weavers, spinners and dyers |
Official language | English |
| Website | www |
The Irish Guild of Weavers, Spinners, and Dyers (IGWSD) is an organisation for the promotion and preservation of hand weaving, spinning and dyeing in Ireland.[1][2]
Foundation[]
The Guild was founded in 1975 by Lillias Mitchell.[3][4] The Guild has three aims: "To promote and encourage the crafts of Weaving, Spinning & Dyeing. To educate through workshops, lectures and demonstrations. To compile a library and information on materials and equipment." The members include artists, amateurs, and beginners.[5]
Activities[]
The Guild holds meetings, workshops, exhibitions, and demonstrations nationwide. They also participate in the annual Knitting and Stitching Show in the Royal Dublin Society.[1] The Guild hold events for all levels, including introductory classes.[6]
See also[]
References[]
- ^ a b "Irish Guild of Weavers, Spinners and Dyers". Design & Crafts Council of Ireland. Retrieved 16 May 2017.
- ^ "Wool Spinning". Ask About Ireland. Retrieved 16 May 2017.
- ^ "Lillias Mitchell collection (1923-1987)". National Gallery of Ireland. Retrieved 16 May 2017.
- ^ "History". Irish Guild of Weavers, Spinners, and Dyers. 30 May 2013. Retrieved 16 May 2017.
- ^ "About". Irish Guild of Weavers, Spinners, and Dyers. Retrieved 16 May 2017.
- ^ Thompson, Sylvia (2 April 2011). "Hands on Traditional skills and where to learn them". The Irish Times. Retrieved 16 May 2017.
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