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Fiber Friends Notes from 8/26/2026
Friends,
Here's the August "newsletter" to document resources mentioned during the sharing session or learned during group conversations and the photos for some of the projects. Hopefully, the web-based format remains easy to use. At the moment, it is hosted on the Reed and Flyer website, which Lora and Dave use occasionally. If you operate a website in conjunction with your fiber work, please send us a link; we'd gladly add it to the collection. We will not post a Fiber Friend's website without their permission. Hopefully, this will make it easier to follow up on meeting resources. Apologies if we missed something along the way. Images are also linked when websites are available.
Fiber Friends
2026 Dates
A special THANK YOU to Cynthia Johnston for hosting the June and July events at DaCy Meadow Farm. We are also grateful to everyone who always pitches in to make sure we have refreshments.
Below are the planned meeting times for our gatherings for the rest of 2026. We will not meet in December.
September 16, 2026, 2-5 PM, Camp Dudley Leadership Barn This will be our Annual Stash Swap! Details below.
October 21, 2026, 2-5 PM, Camp Dudley Leadership Barn
November 18, 2026, 2-5 PM, Camp Dudley Leadership Barn
Fiber Friends Annual Stash Swap
September 16, 2026
Our September Fiber Friends meeting (9/16/2026) will be a STASH SWAP! Bring items from your stash that you are willing to swap, trade or give away. Items that aren't swapped or claimed will need to return home with the owner. We are not able to leave items behind at the Hank. This has been a fun tradition!
The Innovation Center at Saratoga:
Provides the equipment inventors and creators need to prototype their projects
Provides business skills and education for everyone
Supports independent work and self-employment
Provides STEAM educational opportunities to schools, community groups, and individuals
The Innovation Center at Saratoga, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.
At Jane Stafford Textiles, we’re here for every step of your weaving journey. With over 40 years of experience, Jane brings together a curated shop of top-quality yarns, looms, kits, and tools, as well as world-class instruction through the School of Weaving.
Enjoy fast shipping, in-depth video lessons, and a welcoming global community ready to support and inspire you - all in one place.
Lots of online videos for a subscription. Also, a free newsletter.
Festival Hours:
Saturday, September 19, 2026, 10 AM to 5 PM
Sunday, September 20, 2026, 10 AM to 4 PM
Washington County Fairgrounds
392 Old Schuylerville Road, Greenwich, NY 12834
38th Annual
Vermont Sheep & Wool Festival
October 3-4, 2026
Tunbridge Fairgrounds
Saturday: 10am to 5pm, Sunday: 10am to 4pm
Admission: $12 a day per person ($10 if purchased online), $5 for children under 12, toddlers are free
TROLLS: Save the Humans, presented from June 1, 2026, to October 31, 2026, features six folklore-inspired Trolls who come to teach humans to rediscover nature and inspire them to be good stewards of the earth. This all-new touring exhibition featuring Thomas Dambo’s signature folklore-inspired troll sculptures are built from reclaimed materials and will delight visitors of all ages. The outdoor exhibition will fuse fairytales, whimsy, and incredible art installations to inspire visitors to explore themes such as recycling and reusing trash, the importance of plants and gardens, art, and more.
Shelburne Craft School
Shelburne Craft School
Shelburne Craft School across the Lake in Shelburne, VT, also offers a good selection of classes. Check out the selection.
The Handweaver's Pattern Directory by Anne Dixon - From Suzy Hokanson
The Handweaver's Pattern Directory by Anne Dixon - From Suzy Hokanson
Suzy Hokanson offered the title of this book as a GREAT resource for weavers, new and experienced. Available at your favorite bookstore.
News from Sue Young
News from Sue Young
Sue Young from Young's Gallery in Jay, has compiled a list of Knitting and Fiber groups that have come to her attention in Essex County. Check out her list here.
Fiber Friends Loaner Tools
Fiber Friends Loaner Tools
Referenced by Dave Langston previously. Fiber tools are expensive. Sometimes it is better to take a tool for a "test drive" to see if you need it or if you really want to make the investment.
To list a tool you would like to make available to share, go here.
To see tools folks have listed and that are available, go here.
Member Websites
Member Websites
Members of the Fiber Friends group who have permitted their fiber-related websites to be included are listed below. If you operate a website and would like to be included, please send an email with the link to the site to dave@campdudley.org.
Sue Young owns and operates Young's Studio and Gallery in Jay. Sue said to mention Fiber Friends when you visit.
Fiber Friends - The Photo Gallery Collection
Click any link below to view the online photo gallery from that meeting.
Just in case you are wondering, we did not create a gallery from every meeting. This happened by accident but it is a fun glimpse at some amazing projects and some great fellowship.
April 2025, Fiber Friends, Basket Weaving Class
Sept 2024 Fiber Friends @ Raven Moon Yaks
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