Event Calendar

Upcoming Fall 2022 Federation Meeting

The 2022 Fall Federation Meeting features an artist and weaver with an international following, Martina Celerin. Martina incorporates weaving, felting, found objects, and sculptural aspects into what she describes as dimensional weaving. Originally from the Czech Republic and trained as a molecular geneticist, she returned to art via painting and now 3 dimensional pieces that reflect settings and objects acquired throughout her life. Her works are shown at festivals and exhibits throughout the United States.

The Northeast Iowa Weavers and Spinners Guild will host the event at the Waterloo Center for the Arts on October 8, 2022, from 9:00 to 4:00. There will be vendors and shopping during the lunch break and after the program.

The Popular Choice Awards will be:

item handwoven from handspun yarn
item handwoven from commercial yarn
item handwoven using a “little loom” or without a loom
item handwoven from recycled materials
felted item
item handknit or crocheted from handspun
handspun skein, 2 oz, bulky weight

These awards are always fun and challenging, and all members are encouraged to submit to the competition. Additionally, there will be a fashion show for members to show off their wearable fiber art, which is another opportunity for creativity.

Martina Celerin will be presenting in the morning and afternoon. Stay tuned for updates, but for more information about her work please visit her website, http://www.MartinaCelerin.com.

Following the meeting there will be two workshops with Martina Celerin. On October 9: Weaving Using Reclaimed and Recycled Materials and on October 10: Embellishing a Weaving.