​​About

The goal of the Golden Isles Fiberarts Guild is to promote fiber arts and provide resources and educational opportunities to members and the community. 
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The Guild began in 1989 when a few people interested in weaving came together to share a love of working with fiber. Through the years the Guild has grown and we currently have 88 members. 
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We all love to share our knowledge and we welcome beginners to our group. We currently have nine interest groups which all meet monthly:  Beading, Embroidery, Felting, Garment Construction, Knitting/Crocheting, Quilting, Rug Hooking, Surface Design and Weaving. Members are welcome to join all groups. 
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The Guild meets on the first Monday of the month (October through May) at 3:00 p.m. There is a short business meeting followed by a program presented by one of the interest groups. 
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We hold workshops throughout the year. 
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Members are encouraged to participate in the guild show which is held at a local gallery every other year. 

Weaving​​​​​​​​​​

"Weaving, one of the oldest fiber crafts, is very relevant today. We enjoy sharing special techniques and unique materials to weave both useful and beautiful items."
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-Jean Sucher

Beading​

"I love the creativeness, sharing and knowledge from everyone.  Each meeting is a great learning and relaxing environment in which everyone looks forward to attending."

-Leola Holton

Quilting​

"Quilting together is just like creating story with fabric. It is visually spectacular, creative and a time where we share ideas and learn new techniques." 

-Nancy Harper

2024-2025 OFFICERS

Chair: Kari Morris
Vice-Chair: Marion Kennedy
Programs: Lainie Addessi
Secretary: Sara Rupnik
Treasurer/Membership: Alice Vaughn

GROUP CHAIRS
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Beading: Leola Holton
Embroidery: Jeanine Gehringer
Felting: Marion Kennedy
Garment Girlz: Janie Pritchard
Knit/Crochet: Joyce Poole
​Machine Embroidery: Anne Gasque
​Quilting: Kristy Schueneman
Rug Hooking: Jan Stallworth
Surface Design: Wanda Ruger
Weaving:  Jeanne Cieszeski, Nancy Harper
SUPPORT
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Hospitality: Linda Breaux Mahoney
Photographer: Jeanne Cieszeski
Newsletter: Wanda Ruger
Publicity: Louise Eaton
Christmas Party: Janie Pritchard​
Website: Nancy Harper
Facebook: Julia Cieszeski ​