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Demonstrations done by Telaraña members serve several functions.  We are doing Public Outreach, educating others about the time honored crafts of the fiber arts.  We also spread the word about our organization – and the fact that we are a Fiber Arts Guild, not limited to Spinners and Weavers.  We have made a special effort to be working at more than just spinning and weaving, and thereby encouraging fiber people to join us even if they may not be spinners or weavers. Our demonstrators have brought examples of knitting, crochet, felting, and whatever else they have ready for show and to Demonstrate.  We always have a good time, and we think that shows – people are always attracted to our space!  When we set up, we are basically creating the atmosphere of an Old Fashioned ‘Spinning Bee’.  We spend the day gabbing with each other and with the public, all the while working on a favorite project.  It just doesn’t get any better than that!!!

If you have never participated in a Demo Event, please consider coming to one.  It’s a great way to get to know your fellow guild members. The guild has a 4-harness table loom available for demonstration events. If you would like to demonstrate spinning, weaving or other fiber craft – or if you have any questions about demonstrating, please contact : Ruth Teller   demonstrations@telarana.org

2010 Demonstration Events: (see pictures)

Saturday, January 16, 2010 – Demonstration event: Chandler Multicultural Festival. 11am – 5pm. Chandler Library grounds.

Saturday, January 23, 2010.   Set up by 9:45, closing at 4:00.  The event is the Historic Home Tour, sponsored by the Mesa Historical museum.  We will set up and demonstrate at the Sirrine House, on the corner of 2^nd St. and Center in downtown Mesa.  They would like it if we were in 1895 Costume, but that is not mandatory.  We welcome you to come for part of the day, as your schedule permits.

March 13, 2010  Ancient Technology Day, Pueblo Grande Museum, 4619 E. Washington Street, Phoenix AZ 85034

The Museum is located on the southeast corner of 44th Street and Washington.

This is a fun, interactive demonstration. Sharie Monsam has developed an easy way for us to teach others how to weave using cardboard box looms.  Lots of kids & adults participate.