Explore our meetings

Join the Gloucestershire Guild of Weavers, Spinners and Dyers for inspiring workshops and engaging talks. Discover the magic of hand weaving, dyeing, and spinning in a supportive and creative environment, perfect for everyone from beginners to experienced crafters. 

What to expect at our meetings

Social Spinning / Weaving  events

A friendly, collaborative session where members bring along their current projects—or something new they’d like to begin—and work in a relaxed, social setting. It’s a chance to make progress on individual pieces while enjoying company, conversation, and, when needed, guidance or practical help from fellow members.

Guild Day events typically bring together two or three of these elements:

  • A presentation – for example, a talk focusing on a particular aspect of hand weaving, dyeing, spinning, or a related craft.
  • Social spinning / weaving – time for members to work on their projects in a relaxed, communal setting.
  • A practical workshop – introducing a new skill, technique, or process for members to try.

Dyeing workshop events

A focused, hands‑on session exploring a particular area of dyeing, using both commercial and natural dyes. Each workshop is tailored to a specific technique or theme, and because dyeing involves specialist materials, equipment, and careful handling, places are limited to ensure a safe, well‑supervised environment.

Demonstration events

Across the year, the Guild gives demonstrations throughout Gloucestershire to showcase spinning, hand weaving, and dyeing. These events offer a welcoming chance to see the crafts in action, learn more about what we do, and chat with members who are happy to share their knowledge and enthusiasm.


Future meeting & workshop to look forward to 

Sat 19th September - Talk by Riitta Sinkkonen-Davies - Weaving New from Old

Sun 20th September - Full day Workshop with Riitta Sinkkonen-Davies

Riitta Sinkkonen Davies is a textile artist based in Pembrokeshire in south-west Wales. In addition to selling work from her own workshop, Riitta has exhibited in numerous national and international exhibitions. She has also been commissioned to produce work for many private clients, several national museums and institutions.

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