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IN PERSON! SHIBORI – COMBO WORKSHOP announced by Kathleen Goddu, In this workshop you will learn several different traditional shibori techniques and delve into combining some of these techniques. Some of the techniques we will cover may be: stitched shibori, fold and clamp, pole wrapping, sekka shibori, te-kumo….etc. This offers a wide range of techniques for people who are beginners and those experienced with shibori. Limit 4 people so register early.
When: 3 days: Friday and Saturday, March 24 & 25 and Friday, March 31, 2023
Time: 9am-4pm
Where: 9 Main St., Bowdoinham, Maine
How much: $375
Pre-register: Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. FMI: www.kathleengoddu.com
FIBER ART NOW magazine has several calls for entry coming up in 2023. The current call is for “Paper Made.” and it runs through March 31. Selected artworks will appear in Fiber Art Now and are eligible for onsite exhibits at Fiber Art Now partner exhibits. All exhibitions include cash awards. Calls for Entry are discounted for Fiber Art Now magazine subscribers. Links to the actual Calls for Entry will open on the first day of the call. Visit this link to learn more: https://www.fiberartnow.net/calls/
MAINE ARTS COMMISSION has video recordings of a webinar and resources on funding for arts organizations and for practicing artists.
https://ushr.zoomgov.com/rec/play/jnviYIyE97lVpkxqTfzzAkoip1xyA_XbhkWmFpdIheNSllED0J9Vn36IKuYMBxUIGZ5nCYxwWyHYfrfw.SvtJUD0KVWtJDjuw?continueMode=true and https://mainearts.maine.gov/Postings/Blogs/Detail/NEA-Distributes-Relief-Funds-to-Help-Arts-and-Culture-Sector-Recover-from-Pandemic
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FIBER MAGAZINES. Free to a good home. A complete collection of "Handwoven" since at least 1981 and most of "Spindle, Shuttle and Dyepot" over the same time period. Some in Handwoven binders, the others in magazine cases. All in good shape. Available for pickup on Swan's Island. Call or email your interest: Maureen Giuffre, 526-4724 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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