Salem Fiberarts Guild

05/28/2026

The next time you are visiting , stop by The Spinsters Studio and see the rug, made in the 1950’s by Thomas Kay’s widow, from wool fabric made at the Thomas Kay Woolen Mill (later called Mission Mill and now the Willamette Heritage Center).

Beginning spinning lessons (available through ) are held here by President Weisha Mize . The studio is next toTeaselwick Wool in the main building.

05/26/2026

We love all fiber arts! This is a recent Dorset Button Class.

Dorset Buttons are a historic craft that uses traditional needlework, weaving, and embroidery techniques on a rigid frame.

05/03/2026

Once again, Salem Fiberarts Guild enjoyed a day of fiber demonstrations with our friends from the Fiber Community. We were able to showcase many of our favorite fiber arts and interact with fiber enthusiasts of all ages.

04/26/2026

Salem Fiberarts Guild is proud to be a part of the Oregon Fiber Community! Watch this short video for another piece of the history of the community known as Weaving Guilds of Oregon - WEGO!

COSW anniversary and history 2023

04/24/2026

Recognition awards from Weaving Guilds of Oregon - WEGO
We will have these at the Oregon State Fair Fiber Arts Division this summer!

04/16/2026

Come see us in the Dye House! We will be there demonstrating along with other fiber artists.

This is a great opportunity for all ages to be exposed to the wonder of learning a fiber craft

02/19/2026

And in the blink of an eye - it is time to start planning for the 2026 State and local fair season! The Oregon State Fair dates for this year are August 28 - September 7.

There are two opportunities for you to consider to support the State Fair.

1 -Enter your fiber art in addition to your local fairs.
See the handbook: https://oregonexpo.org/competitions/creative-
living/textiles/
or send Pam an email: [email protected]
2. Demonstrate during the fair. Sign up will begin in June. In the meantime - check
one of the testimonials from a 2025 demonstrator!
https://youtube.com/shorts/2si-Fnc-NVE

02/09/2026

Save the Date for our Annual Sale! Accepting Vendors

https://www.salemfiberartsguild.org/events/annual-sale

02/06/2026

Check out the fiber arts classes offered by Vicki Assegued
https://www.artandsoulretreat.com/portland-spring-2026/instructors

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2026 is waiting — and your spot won’t wait forever.

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01/17/2026

Knit and crochet lessons!
Come visit us in the Textile Learning Center when you visit Teaselwick.

01/16/2026

We are reaching out to our spinning friends to see if they have any handspun off-white yarn to donate.

This is primarily for a Salem Fiberarts Guild display project in the Textile Learning Center at Willamette Heritage Center, but it will also be used at the Oregon State Fair demonstration area this summer.

If you can help,
1. Please hit reply and let me (Pam) know
2. Deliver to the Textile Learning Center (or pm here - I'll give you my home address for mail)

Small amounts welcome!

Send a message to learn more