QSWFA

QSWFA

Queensland Spinners Weavers & Fibre Artists

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qldspinners

Queensland Spinners Weavers & Fibre Artists
All the bunting is up and we are ready for Open Da All the bunting is up and we are ready for Open Day! Come and visit the alpacas from Corinda SHS, have a hamburger and some cake, visit our lovely traders with so many great Mother's Day gifts.
A good start to our shibori and indigo workshop to A good start to our shibori and indigo workshop today.
#dyeing
#naturaldyeing
#dyeingyarn
#ecodyeing
#yarndyeing
#indigodyeing
#handdyeing
#dyeingwool
#qswfa
Have fun & learn something new @ our workshops htt Have fun & learn something new @ our workshops
https://www.qldspinners.org.au/workshops/
We are all spellbound with Karen's magic. We are We are all spellbound with Karen's magic.  We are up to log cabin and houndstooth weaving.
#weaving
#weavingaustralia
#weavingloom
#weavingworkshop
#weavingloom
#weavingart
#weavings
#loomweaving
#handweaving
#weaversofinstagram
#weavewednesday
#weavers
#qswfa
Our first Rigid Heddle weaving workshop for the ye Our first Rigid Heddle weaving workshop for the year! Everyone is doing a great job, thanks Karen Alpert.
#weaving
#weavingaustralia
#weavingloom
#weavingworkshop
#weavingloom
#weavingart
#weavings
#loomweaving
#handweaving
#weaversofinstagram
#weavewednesday
#weavers
#qswfa
Come say hi. We are at the Paddington Christmas ma Come say hi.
We are at the Paddington Christmas markets.
Christmas Market 2 December Paddington Christmas Market 2 December Paddington
Take advantage of our spring clean and grab a huge Take advantage of our spring clean and grab a huge bargain at QSWFA’s annual Stash Bash marketplace.

Tools and equipment at run-out prices, including spinning wheels and weaving looms. 

Craft supplies are also a bargain, including yarn, wool, fabric, sewing & knitting supplies, magazines, books, beads, scrapbook supplies, stamps, display items etc.
#stashbash
#handmade #handmadecrafts #handmadeart
#fibreart #fibreartist #fibreartsaustralia #fibreartistsofinstagram
#fiberart #fiberartist #fiberartistsofinstagram
#merino #cotton #naturalfibres #upcycling #repurpose
Our Stash Bash marketplace is the place for a barg Our Stash Bash marketplace is the place for a bargain!
Dyed my own self-striping sock yarn, using a skein Dyed my own self-striping sock yarn, using a skein of undyed @bendigowoollenmills yarn, eight different colours of @kraftkolour #landscapesdyes, all purchased from @qldspinners well-stocked Emporium, in Brisbane! #dyeing #knitting #handdyed #handknit #socks
Last day today! Come to Brisbane Botanic Gardens a Last day today! Come to Brisbane Botanic Gardens at Mt Coot-tha. Our fibre arts gallery shop is here until Sunday 11 September. 10 am till 4 pm.
#handmade #handmadecrafts #handmadeart
#fibreart #fibreartist #fibreartsaustralia #fibreartistsofinstagram
#fiberart #fiberartist #fiberartistsofinstagram
#merino #cotton #naturalfibres #upcycling #repurpose #handdyed #australianmade #brisbane #handmade #artisan #community #yarn #fibre #scarves #handknittersofinstagram #handweaversofinstagram #crochet 
#mtcootha #mtcoothabotanicgardens
Come to Brisbane Botanic Gardens at Mt Coot-tha. O Come to Brisbane Botanic Gardens at Mt Coot-tha. Our fibre arts gallery shop is here until Sunday 11 September. 10 am till 4 pm.
#handmade #handmadecrafts #handmadeart
#fibreart #fibreartist #fibreartsaustralia #fibreartistsofinstagram
#fiberart #fiberartist #fiberartistsofinstagram
#merino #cotton #naturalfibres #upcycling #repurpose #handdyed #australianmade #brisbane #handmade #artisan #community #yarn #fibre #scarves #handknittersofinstagram #handweaversofinstagram #crochet 
#mtcootha #mtcoothabotanicgardens
Christmas is coming! Find handmade gnomes, trees a Christmas is coming! Find handmade gnomes, trees and even a goose!
Come to Brisbane Botanic Gardens at Mt Coot-tha. Our fibre arts gallery shop is here until Sunday 11 September. 10 am till 4 pm.
#handmade #handmadecrafts #handmadeart
#fibreart #fibreartist #fibreartsaustralia #fibreartistsofinstagram
#fiberart #fiberartist #fiberartistsofinstagram
#merino #cotton #naturalfibres #upcycling #repurpose #handdyed #australianmade #brisbane #handmade #artisan #community #yarn #fibre #scarves #handknittersofinstagram #handweaversofinstagram #crochet 
#mtcootha #mtcoothabotanicgardens
Christmas gifts galore! Come to Brisbane Botanic G Christmas gifts galore! Come to Brisbane Botanic Gardens at Mt Coot-tha. Our fibre arts gallery shop is here until Sunday 11 September. 10 am till 4 pm each day.
#handmade #handmadecrafts #handmadeart
#fibreart #fibreartist #fibreartsaustralia #fibreartistsofinstagram
#fiberart #fiberartist #fiberartistsofinstagram
#merino #cotton #naturalfibres #upcycling #repurpose #handdyed #australianmade #brisbane #handmade #artisan #community #yarn #fibre #scarves #handknittersofinstagram #handweaversofinstagram #crochet 
#mtcootha #mtcoothabotanicgardens
How is your Christmas shopping going? Handmade gif How is your Christmas shopping going? Handmade gifts are always the best!
Threads in Common, an art show featuring several o Threads in Common, an art show featuring several of our members. At Richard Randall Studio this weekend from 9-4.
#handmade #handmadecrafts #handmadeart
#fibreart #fibreartist #fibreartsaustralia #fibreartistsofinstagram
#fiberart #fiberartist #fiberartistsofinstagram
#merino #cotton #naturalfibres #upcycling #repurpose #handdyed #australianmade #brisbane #handmade #artisan #community #yarn #fibre #scarves
We are ready at the EKKA to share our 60s lounge r We are ready at the EKKA to share our 60s lounge room and raise money for the RFDS Royal Flying Doctor Service Queensland Section.
#RFDS #handmade #handmadecrafts #handmadeart#fibreart #fibreartist #fibreartsaustralia #fibreartistsofinstagram
#fiberart #fiberartist #fiberartistsofinstagram
#merino #cotton #naturalfibres #upcycling #repurpose #handdyed #australianmade #brisbane #handmade #artisan #community #yarn #fibre #scarves #handknittersofinstagram #handweaversofinstagram #crochet
Our last day! Come today for handmade gifts and wi Our last day! Come today for handmade gifts and winter woollies!
Brisbane Botanic Gardens at Mt Coot-tha. Our fibre arts gallery shop is here until 4 pm.
#handmade #handmadecrafts #handmadeart
#fibreart #fibreartist #fibreartsaustralia #fibreartistsofinstagram
#fiberart #fiberartist #fiberartistsofinstagram
#merino #cotton #naturalfibres #upcycling #repurpose #handdyed #australianmade #brisbane #handmade #artisan #community #yarn #fibre #scarves #handknittersofinstagram #handweaversofinstagram #crochet 
#mtcootha #mtcoothabotanicalgardens
Need a boyfriend doll? Our fibre arts gallery shop Need a boyfriend doll?
Our fibre arts gallery shop is at Brisbane Botanic Gardens at Mt Coot-tha until Sunday 24 July. 
10 am till 4 pm.
#handmade #handmadecrafts #handmadeart
#fibreart #fibreartist #fibreartsaustralia #fibreartistsofinstagram
#fiberart #fiberartist #fiberartistsofinstagram
#merino #cotton #naturalfibres #upcycling #repurpose #handdyed #australianmade #brisbane #handmade #artisan #community #yarn #fibre #scarves #handknittersofinstagram #handweaversofinstagram #crochet 
#mtcootha #mtcoothabotanicalgardens
So many lovely handmade things! Our fibre arts gal So many lovely handmade things!
Our fibre arts gallery shop is here until Sunday 24 July. 10 am till 4 pm.
Brisbane Botanic Gardens at Mt Coot-tha. 
#handmade #handmadecrafts #handmadeart
#fibreart #fibreartist #fibreartsaustralia #fibreartistsofinstagram
#fiberart #fiberartist #fiberartistsofinstagram
#merino #cotton #naturalfibres #upcycling #repurpose #handdyed #australianmade #brisbane #handmade #artisan #community #yarn #fibre #scarves #handknittersofinstagram #handweaversofinstagram #crochet 
#mtcootha #mtcoothabotanicalgardens
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  • Basket making with Cane & Natural Fibres with Cindy Wood
    Sunday, May 28
    10:00 am – 4:00 pm

    Event URL: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/basket-making-with-cane-natural-fibres-with-cindy-wood-tickets-511316480357


  • Mid Week Crafters Tuesday, May 30 10:00 am – 1:00 pm


  • Ekka Spinners
    Wednesday, May 31
    3:00 pm – 6:00 pm


  • Night Owls Wednesday, May 31 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm

    Enjoy working on your own project of textile craft be it spinning, weaving, crochet, knitting, sewing. Beginners are welcome.


  • Felters
    Thursday, June 1
    9:30 am – 2:00 pm

    Create Felted art and fashion with wool, silk and other fibres. Beginners welcome.


  • ReMakers Friday, June 2 10:00 am – 2:00 pm


  • General Meeting Saturday, June 3 10:00 am – 3:30 pm

    10 am Morning Tea and Guest Speaker
    11 am Announcements and Showcase
    12pm - 1 pm Shop and Library open
    1 pm - 3.30 pm Craft Time


  • Guest Speaker Saturday, June 3 10:00 am – 10:30 am


  • Mid Week Craft Tuesday, June 6 10:00 am – 1:00 pm


  • Rolling Possums
    Tuesday, June 6
    6:00 pm – 9:30 pm

    work on your own felting project. Beginners welcome.


  • Weavers Group
    Wednesday, June 7
    10:00 am – 1:00 pm


  • Ekka Spinners
    Wednesday, June 7
    3:00 pm – 6:00 pm


  • Night Owls Wednesday, June 7 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm

    Enjoy working on your own project of textile craft be it spinning, weaving, crochet, knitting, sewing. Beginners are welcome.


  • Felters
    Thursday, June 8
    9:30 am – 2:00 pm

    Create Felted art and fashion with wool, silk and other fibres. Beginners welcome.


  • Last of the Mohairkins
    Friday, June 9
    12:00 am – 11:59 pm


  • City Cat ride for World Wide Knit in Public Day Saturday, June 10 12:00 am – 11:59 pm


  • Shibori & Indigo Dyeing with Kym Textor
    Sunday, June 11
    10:00 am – 4:00 pm

    Event URL: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/shibori-indigo-dyeing-with-kym-textor-tickets-447067530017


  • Book & Paper Group
    Monday, June 12
    9:30 am – 2:30 pm


  • The ReMakers Tuesday, June 13 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm


  • Mid Week Crafters Wednesday, June 14 10:00 am – 1:00 pm


  • Ekka Spinners
    Wednesday, June 14
    3:00 pm – 6:00 pm


  • Night Owls Wednesday, June 14 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm

    Enjoy working on your own project of textile craft be it spinning, weaving, crochet, knitting, sewing. Beginners are welcome.


  • Felters
    Thursday, June 15
    9:30 am – 2:00 pm

    Create Felted art and fashion with wool, silk and other fibres. Beginners welcome.


  • Dye Hards Friday, June 16 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

    BC2-Color: -3815995


  • General Meeting Saturday, June 17 10:00 am – 3:30 pm

    10am General Meeting & news
    11am Announcements and Showcase
    12pm - 1pm Shop and Library open
    1pm - 3.30 pm Craft Time


  • Mid Week Crafters Tuesday, June 20 10:00 am – 1:00 pm


  • Table Weavers
    Tuesday, June 20
    6:30 pm – 9:00 pm


  • Knitting & Crochet Wednesday, June 21 10:00 am – 1:00 pm


  • Ekka Spinners
    Wednesday, June 21
    3:00 pm – 6:00 pm


  • Night Owls Wednesday, June 21 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm

    Enjoy working on your own project of textile craft be it spinning, weaving, crochet, knitting, sewing. Beginners are welcome.


  • Felters
    Thursday, June 22
    9:30 am – 2:00 pm

    Create Felted art and fashion with wool, silk and other fibres. Beginners welcome.


  • Basket Cases Friday, June 23 9:30 am – 2:00 pm

    The basketcases love making beautiful baskets out of natural plant parts and recycled materials.
    The basketcases meet on the first Sunday of the month.


  • Beginning 4-Shaft Weaving with Karen Alpert
    Saturday, June 24
    9:30 am – 3:30 pm

    Event URL: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/beginning-4-shaft-weaving-with-karen-alpert-tickets-499971928497


  • Beginning 4-Shaft Weaving with Karen Alpert
    Saturday, June 24
    9:30 am – 3:30 pm

    Event URL: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/beginning-4-shaft-weaving-with-karen-alpert-tickets-499971928497


  • Diverse Arts Monday, June 26 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm



The QSWFA acknowledge the Yuggera and Turrbul peoples, the First Nation traditional owners of the land on which we meet.

We pay respect to the wisdom and skill of makers, creators and storytellers, past and present and honour the sharing of ancient traditional crafts with future generations.


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